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Uprety LP, Lee CG, Oh KI, Jeong H, Yeo S, Yong Y, Seong JK, Kim IY, Go H, Park E, Jeong SY. Anti-obesity effects of Celosia cristata flower extract in vitro and in vivo. Biomed Pharmacother 2024; 176:116799. [PMID: 38805969 DOI: 10.1016/j.biopha.2024.116799] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/26/2024] [Revised: 05/13/2024] [Accepted: 05/20/2024] [Indexed: 05/30/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND The overstoring of surplus calories in mature adipocytes causes obesity and abnormal metabolic activity. The anti-obesity effect of a Celosia cristata (CC) total flower extract was assessed in vitro, using 3T3-L1 pre-adipocytes and mouse adipose-derived stem cells (ADSCs), and in vivo, using high-fat diet (HFD)-treated C57BL/6 male mice. METHODS CC extract was co-incubated during adipogenesis in both 3T3-L1 cells and ADSCs. After differentiation, lipid droplets were assessed by oil red O staining, adipogenesis and lipolytic factors were evaluated, and intracellular triglyceride and glycerol concentrations were analyzed. For in vivo experiments, histomorphological analysis, mRNA expression levels of adipogenic and lipolytic factors in adipose tissue, blood plasma analysis, metabolic profiles were investigated. RESULTS CC treatment significantly prevented adipocyte differentiation and lipid droplet accumulation, reducing adipogenesis-related factors and increasing lipolysis-related factors. Consequently, the intracellular triacylglycerol content was diminished, whereas the glycerol concentration in the cell supernatant increased. Mice fed an HFD supplemented with the CC extract exhibited decreased HFD-induced weight gain with metabolic abnormalities such as intrahepatic lipid accumulation and adipocyte hypertrophy. Improved glucose utilization and insulin sensitivity were observed, accompanied by the amelioration of metabolic disturbances, including alterations in liver enzymes and lipid profiles, in CC-treated mice. Moreover, the CC extract helped restore the disrupted energy metabolism induced by the HFD, based on a metabolic animal monitoring system. CONCLUSION This study suggests that CC total flower extract is a potential natural herbal supplement for the prevention and management of obesity.
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- Laxmi Prasad Uprety
- Department of Medical Genetics, Ajou University School of Medicine, Suwon 16499, South Korea; Department of Biomedical Sciences, Ajou University School of Medicine, Suwon 16499, South Korea
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- Department of Biomedical Laboratory Science, College of Software and Digital Healthcare Convergence, Yonsei University MIRAE Campus, Wonju 26493, South Korea
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- Department of Medical Genetics, Ajou University School of Medicine, Suwon 16499, South Korea; Department of Biomedical Sciences, Ajou University School of Medicine, Suwon 16499, South Korea
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- Nine B Co., Ltd., Daejeon 34121, South Korea
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- College of Veterinary Medicine, Seoul National University, Seoul 08826, South Korea; Korea Mouse Phenotyping Center (KMPC), Seoul National University, Seoul 08826, South Korea
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- College of Veterinary Medicine, Seoul National University, Seoul 08826, South Korea; Korea Mouse Phenotyping Center (KMPC), Seoul National University, Seoul 08826, South Korea
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- College of Veterinary Medicine, Seoul National University, Seoul 08826, South Korea; Korea Mouse Phenotyping Center (KMPC), Seoul National University, Seoul 08826, South Korea
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- Department of Medical Genetics, Ajou University School of Medicine, Suwon 16499, South Korea; Department of Biomedical Sciences, Ajou University School of Medicine, Suwon 16499, South Korea.
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- Department of Medical Genetics, Ajou University School of Medicine, Suwon 16499, South Korea; Department of Biomedical Sciences, Ajou University School of Medicine, Suwon 16499, South Korea.
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Yang YJ, Kim MJ, Yang JH, Heo JW, Kim HH, Kim WH, Kim GS, Lee HJ, Kim YW, Kim KY, Park KI. Liquid Chromatography/Tandem Mass Spectrometry Analysis of Sophora flavescens Aiton and Protective Effects against Alcohol-Induced Liver Injury and Oxidative Stress in Mice. Antioxidants (Basel) 2024; 13:541. [PMID: 38790646 PMCID: PMC11117756 DOI: 10.3390/antiox13050541] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/13/2024] [Revised: 04/26/2024] [Accepted: 04/26/2024] [Indexed: 05/26/2024] Open
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In this study, we investigated the hepatoprotective effects of an ethanol extract of Sophora flavescens Aiton (ESF) on an alcohol-induced liver disease mouse model. Alcoholic liver disease (ALD) was caused by the administration of ethanol to male C57/BL6 mice who were given a Lieber-DeCarli liquid diet, including ethanol. The alcoholic fatty liver disease mice were orally administered ESF (100 and 200 mg/kg bw/day) or silymarin (50 mg/kg bw/day), which served as a positive control every day for 16 days. The findings suggest that ESF enhances hepatoprotective benefits by significantly decreasing serum levels of aspartate transaminase (AST) and alanine transaminase (ALT), markers for liver injury. Furthermore, ESF alleviated the accumulation of triglyceride (TG) and total cholesterol (TC), increased serum levels of superoxide dismutase (SOD) and glutathione (GSH), and improved serum alcohol dehydrogenase (ADH) activity in the alcoholic fatty liver disease mice model. Cells and organisms rely on the Kelch-like ECH-associated protein 1- Nuclear factor erythroid 2-related factor 2 (Keap1-Nrf2) system as a critical defensive mechanism in response to oxidative stress. Therefore, Nrf2 plays an important role in ALD antioxidant responses, and its level is decreased by increased reactive oxidation stress (ROS) in the liver. ESF increased Nrf2, which was decreased in ethanol-damaged livers. Additionally, four polyphenol compounds were identified through a qualitative analysis of the ESF using LC-MS/MS. This study confirmed ESF's antioxidative and hangover-elimination effects and suggested the possibility of using Sophora flavescens Aiton (SF) to treat ALD.
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- Ye Jin Yang
- Departments of Veterinary Medicine, Gyeongsang National University, Jinju 52828, Republic of Korea; (Y.J.Y.); (M.J.K.); (J.W.H.); (H.H.K.); (W.H.K.); (G.S.K.); (H.-J.L.)
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- Departments of Veterinary Medicine, Gyeongsang National University, Jinju 52828, Republic of Korea; (Y.J.Y.); (M.J.K.); (J.W.H.); (H.H.K.); (W.H.K.); (G.S.K.); (H.-J.L.)
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- Korean Medicine (KM) Application Center, Korea Institute of Oriental Medicine, Daegu 41062, Republic of Korea;
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- Departments of Veterinary Medicine, Gyeongsang National University, Jinju 52828, Republic of Korea; (Y.J.Y.); (M.J.K.); (J.W.H.); (H.H.K.); (W.H.K.); (G.S.K.); (H.-J.L.)
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- Departments of Veterinary Medicine, Gyeongsang National University, Jinju 52828, Republic of Korea; (Y.J.Y.); (M.J.K.); (J.W.H.); (H.H.K.); (W.H.K.); (G.S.K.); (H.-J.L.)
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- Departments of Veterinary Medicine, Gyeongsang National University, Jinju 52828, Republic of Korea; (Y.J.Y.); (M.J.K.); (J.W.H.); (H.H.K.); (W.H.K.); (G.S.K.); (H.-J.L.)
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- Departments of Veterinary Medicine, Gyeongsang National University, Jinju 52828, Republic of Korea; (Y.J.Y.); (M.J.K.); (J.W.H.); (H.H.K.); (W.H.K.); (G.S.K.); (H.-J.L.)
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- Departments of Veterinary Medicine, Gyeongsang National University, Jinju 52828, Republic of Korea; (Y.J.Y.); (M.J.K.); (J.W.H.); (H.H.K.); (W.H.K.); (G.S.K.); (H.-J.L.)
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- School of Korean Medicine, Dongguk University, Gyeongju 38066, Republic of Korea;
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- Korean Medicine (KM) Application Center, Korea Institute of Oriental Medicine, Daegu 41062, Republic of Korea;
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- Departments of Veterinary Medicine, Gyeongsang National University, Jinju 52828, Republic of Korea; (Y.J.Y.); (M.J.K.); (J.W.H.); (H.H.K.); (W.H.K.); (G.S.K.); (H.-J.L.)
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Altaf F, Bhatt V, Venkatram S, Diaz-Fuentes G. Crushing Muscles: A Case Study on Rhabdomyolysis, Renal Failure, and Compartment Syndrome Triggered by Pre-Workout Supplement Abuse. Cureus 2024; 16:e58775. [PMID: 38784349 PMCID: PMC11111323 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.58775] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 04/21/2024] [Indexed: 05/25/2024] Open
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The use of steroids and protein-based dietary supplements for muscle enhancement is prevalent in contemporary society. While these products promise increased muscle mass and strength, they carry significant risks, including severe medical complications. The consumption of these supplements has been linked to adverse symptoms, including dehydration, gastrointestinal distress, dizziness, and alterations in heart rate and blood pressure, primarily due to ingredients like creatine, arginine, and caffeine. Following the proper dosage, ensuring adequate hydration, and consulting a healthcare provider to verify if the supplement's components could affect any pre-existing conditions is recommended. Indiscriminate use of these products, including taurine, can lead to serious side effects. We present a 36-year-old patient with severe rhabdomyolysis, life-threatening acid-base imbalance, renal and liver injury, and peripheral neuropathy associated with the use of performance-enhanced unregulated supplements and exercise. This case highlights the importance of recognizing and managing complications related to exercise-aid supplements, emphasizing early identification and management. Increasing social awareness and research on those products is highly needed to avoid supplement-associated complications and potential long-term disabilities.
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- Faryal Altaf
- Internal Medicine, BronxCare Health System, Bronx, USA
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- Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine, BronxCare Health System, Bronx, USA
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Jiang D, Zhao M, Li X, Hu Q, Zhang Q. Case report and literature review: Acute rhabdomyolysis caused by overheating of electric blanket complicated with Guillain-Barré syndrome. Front Neurol 2024; 15:1362648. [PMID: 38450069 PMCID: PMC10915280 DOI: 10.3389/fneur.2024.1362648] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/28/2023] [Accepted: 02/09/2024] [Indexed: 03/08/2024] Open
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Rhabdomyolysis (RM) induced by electric blankets is exceedingly rare, with only three cases identified in our literature review. Both RM and Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS) present with similar clinical manifestations of myalgia and muscle weakness, posing a potential challenge for accurate diagnosis in clinical settings. This report presents the case of a 22-year-old man who developed RM subsequent to the use of an electric blanket. Despite undergoing plasma exchange and renal replacement therapy, the patient continued to exhibit poor muscle strength in both lower limbs. Subsequent comprehensive evaluation revealed the presence of concurrent GBS. Following a 5-day course of intravenous gamma globulin treatment, the patient experienced rapid recovery of muscle strength and was discharged. Additionally, we reviewed seven cases from the literature of coexistent RM and GBS. This indicated that investigation of the timing of onset of muscle strength decline in RM patients could help to identify potential concurrent neurological or muscular disorders. In cases in which concurrent GBS and RM cannot be definitively ascertained during early hospitalization, prioritizing plasma exchange treatment may lead to improved patient outcomes.
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- Dongyang Jiang
- Department of Nephrology, The Affiliated Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital, Southwest Medical University, Luzhou, China
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- Department of Nephrology, The Affiliated Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital, Southwest Medical University, Luzhou, China
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- Department of Nephrology, The Affiliated Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital, Southwest Medical University, Luzhou, China
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- Department of Nephrology, The Affiliated Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital, Southwest Medical University, Luzhou, China
- Institute of Integrated Chinese and Western Medicine, Southwest Medical University, Luzhou, Sichuan, China
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- Department of Nephrology, The Affiliated Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital, Southwest Medical University, Luzhou, China
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Kim HY, Kang HG, Kim HM, Jeong HJ. Anti-tumor activity of trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole against melanoma skin cancer through triggering allergic reaction and promoting immunity. Int Immunopharmacol 2023; 123:110742. [PMID: 37536185 DOI: 10.1016/j.intimp.2023.110742] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/13/2023] [Revised: 07/20/2023] [Accepted: 07/28/2023] [Indexed: 08/05/2023]
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The anti-cancer impact of an allergic reaction is strongly linked to immunity enhancement. Trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole (TMP-SMX), an antibiotic, has potential immunomodulatory effects, but has side effects such as allergies. Thus far, the effects and underlying mechanisms of TMP-SMX in melanoma have not been clarified. This study examined the potential roles of TMP-SMX in melanoma skin cancer using an immunodeficient mouse model. TMP-SMX significantly improved the survival rate and reduced the tumor weight and growth and vascular endothelial growth factor levels in melanoma skin cancer of immunodeficient mice. In the forced swimming test, TMP-SMX significantly reduced immobility time compared to the melanoma skin cancer of immunodeficient mice, indicating improved immunity. TMP-SMX significantly increased infiltration of mast cells and release of allergy-related mediators (IgE, histamine, interleukin (IL)-4, IL-5, IL-13, and IL-33) and immune-enhancing mediators (tumor necrosis factor-α, IL-2, IL-6, and IL-12). In addition, the administration of TMP-SMX significantly increased the caspase-3, 8, and 9 activities. Furthermore, mice given TMP-SMX showed no adverse reactions according to the blood biochemical parameters. TMP-SMX significantly inhibits the growth of melanoma skin cancer by triggering an allergic reaction and promotingimmunity. Hence, we propose that TMP-SMX may be used as an immune booster in cancer chemotherapy.
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- Hee-Yun Kim
- Biochip Research Center, Hoseo University, Asan, Chungnam 31499, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Bio-Convergence System, Graduate School, Hoseo University, Asan 31499, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Pharmacology, College of Korean Medicine, Kyung Hee University, Seoul 130-701, Republic of Korea
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- Biochip Research Center, Hoseo University, Asan, Chungnam 31499, Republic of Korea; Department of Bio-Convergence System, Graduate School, Hoseo University, Asan 31499, Republic of Korea; Department of Food Science & Technology, Hoseo University, 20, Hoseo-ro 79beon-gil, Baebang-eup, Asan, Chungnam 31499, Republic of Korea.
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Martinez T, Liaud-Laval G, Laitselart P, Pissot M, Chrisment A, Ponsin P, Duranteau O, De Rudnicki S, Boutonnet M, Libert N. Study of the Relationship Between Liver Function Markers and Traumatic Rhabdomyolysis: A Retrospective Study of Hemorrhagic Patients Admitted to Intensive Care Unit in a Level I Trauma Center. Anesth Analg 2023; 136:842-851. [PMID: 37058720 DOI: 10.1213/ane.0000000000006406] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 04/16/2023]
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BACKGROUND Traumatic rhabdomyolysis (RM) is common and contributes to the development of medical complications, of which acute renal failure is the best described. Some authors have described an association between elevated aminotransferases and RM, suggesting the possibility of associated liver damage. Our study aims to evaluate the relationship between liver function and RM in hemorrhagic trauma patients. METHODS This is a retrospective observational study conducted in a level 1 trauma center analyzing 272 severely injured patients transfused within 24 hours and admitted to intensive care unit (ICU) from January 2015 to June 2021. Patients with significant direct liver injury (abdominal Abbreviated Injury Score [AIS] >3) were excluded. Clinical and laboratory data were reviewed, and groups were stratified according to the presence of intense RM (creatine kinase [CK] >5000 U/L). Liver failure was defined by a prothrombin time (PT)-ratio <50% and an alanine transferase (ALT) >500 U/L simultaneously. Correlation analysis was performed using Pearson's or Spearman's coefficient depending on the distribution after log transformation to evaluate the association between serum CK and biological markers of hepatic function. Risk factors for the development of liver failure were defined with a stepwise logistic regression analysis of all relevant explanatory factors significantly associated with the bivariate analysis. RESULTS RM (CK >1000 U/L) was highly prevalent in the global cohort (58.1%), and 55 (23.2%) patients presented with intense RM. We found a significant positive correlation between RM biomarkers (CK and myoglobin) and liver biomarkers (aspartate transferase [AST], ALT, and bilirubin). Log-CK was positively correlated with log-AST (r = 0.625, P < .001) and log-ALT (r = 0.507, P < .001) and minimally with log-bilirubin (r = 0.262, P < .001). Intensive care unit stays were longer for intense RM patients (7 [4-18] days vs 4 [2-11] days, P < .001). These patients required increased renal replacement therapy use (4.1% vs 20.0%, P < .001) and transfusion requirements. Liver failure was more common (4.6% vs 18.2%, P < .001) for intense RM patients. It was associated with bivariate and multivariable analysis with intense RM (odds ratio [OR], 4.51 [1.11-19.2]; P = .034), need for renal replacement therapy, and Sepsis-Related Organ Failure Assessment Score (SOFA) score on day 1. CONCLUSIONS Our study established the presence of an association between trauma-related RM and classical hepatic biomarkers. Liver failure was associated with the presence of intense RM in bivariate and multivariable analysis. Traumatic RM could have a role in the development of other system failures, specifically at the hepatic level, in addition to the already known and well-described renal failure.
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- Thibault Martinez
- From the Federation of Anesthesiology, Intensive Care Unit, Burns and Operating Theater, Percy Military Training Hospital, Clamart, France
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- From the Federation of Anesthesiology, Intensive Care Unit, Burns and Operating Theater, Percy Military Training Hospital, Clamart, France
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- From the Federation of Anesthesiology, Intensive Care Unit, Burns and Operating Theater, Percy Military Training Hospital, Clamart, France
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- From the Federation of Anesthesiology, Intensive Care Unit, Burns and Operating Theater, Percy Military Training Hospital, Clamart, France
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- From the Federation of Anesthesiology, Intensive Care Unit, Burns and Operating Theater, Percy Military Training Hospital, Clamart, France
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- From the Federation of Anesthesiology, Intensive Care Unit, Burns and Operating Theater, Percy Military Training Hospital, Clamart, France
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- From the Federation of Anesthesiology, Intensive Care Unit, Burns and Operating Theater, Percy Military Training Hospital, Clamart, France
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- From the Federation of Anesthesiology, Intensive Care Unit, Burns and Operating Theater, Percy Military Training Hospital, Clamart, France
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- From the Federation of Anesthesiology, Intensive Care Unit, Burns and Operating Theater, Percy Military Training Hospital, Clamart, France
- École du Val-de-Grâce, French Military Medical Service Academy, Paris, France
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- From the Federation of Anesthesiology, Intensive Care Unit, Burns and Operating Theater, Percy Military Training Hospital, Clamart, France
- École du Val-de-Grâce, French Military Medical Service Academy, Paris, France
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Gungor H, Ekici M, Ates MB. Lipid-lowering, anti-inflammatory, and hepatoprotective effects of isorhamnetin on acetaminophen-induced hepatotoxicity in mice. Drug Chem Toxicol 2023; 46:566-574. [PMID: 35502492 DOI: 10.1080/01480545.2022.2069256] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/23/2022]
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Isorhamnetin is a hepatoprotective flavonoid molecule derived from the leaves and fruits of Hippophae rhamnoides L. However, the protective effect of isorhamnetin on acetaminophen (APAP) induced hepatotoxicity is still unknown. Thus, we aimed to investigate the lipid-lowering, anti-inflammatory, and hepatoprotective effects of isorhamnetin on APAP-induced hepatotoxicity in mice. Hepatotoxicity was induced by a single injection of APAP (300 mg/kg, intraperitoneally). Isorhamnetin (50 or 100 mg/kg, orally) and N-acetylcysteine (NAC) (200 mg/kg, orally), or vehicle control, were administered 1 h before the administration of APAP. Total antioxidant status (TAS) and total oxidative status (TOS) of liver tissue and levels of inflammatory factors (TNF-α, IL-1β, and IL-6) were analyzed by ELISA. Lipid profiles and liver function parameters were measured using an autoanalyzer. In addition, liver tissue was examined histopathologically. Isorhamnetin treatment significantly reduced the APAP-induced increase in the liver weight and liver index; it also reduced the APAP-induced increase in serum liver parameters (ALT, AST, ALP, and LDH) (p < 0.05). Isorhamnetin significantly reduced APAP-induced oxidative stress and inflammation by increasing TAS levels and decreasing TOS, TNF-α, IL-1β, and IL-6 levels (p < 0.05). Moreover, isorhamnetin treatment significantly regulated lipid profiles (TG, T-C, LDL-C, and HDL-C levels) that changed in response to APAP administration (p < 0.05). In histopathological examination, liver degeneration observed in the APAP group was significantly reduced in the NAC and isorhamnetin-treated groups (p < 0.05). This study suggests that isorhamnetin has a significant protective effect on APAP-induced hepatotoxicity in mice through its lipid-lowering, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory effects.
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- Huseyin Gungor
- Department of Veterinary Pharmacology and Toxicology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Sivas Cumhuriyet University, Sivas, Turkey
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- Department of Veterinary Physiology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Sivas Cumhuriyet University, Sivas, Turkey
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- Department of Veterinary Pathology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Selcuk University, Konya, Turkey
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Kwon JI, Heo H, Chae YJ, Min J, Lee DW, Kim ST, Choi MY, Sung YS, Kim KW, Choi Y, Woo DC, Woo CW. Is aryl hydrocarbon receptor antagonism after ischemia effective in alleviating acute hepatic ischemia-reperfusion injury in rats? Heliyon 2023; 9:e15596. [PMID: 37206053 PMCID: PMC10189182 DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2023.e15596] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/20/2022] [Revised: 04/11/2023] [Accepted: 04/14/2023] [Indexed: 05/21/2023] Open
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Aryl hydrocarbon receptors (AhRs) have been reported to be important mediators of ischemic injury in the brain. Furthermore, the pharmacological inhibition of AhR activation after ischemia has been shown to attenuate cerebral ischemia-reperfusion (IR) injury. Here, we investigated whether AhR antagonist administration after ischemia was also effective in ameliorating hepatic IR injury. A 70% partial hepatic IR (45-min ischemia and 24-h reperfusion) injury was induced in rats. We administered 6,2',4'-trimethoxyflavone (TMF, 5 mg/kg) intraperitoneally 10 min after ischemia. Hepatic IR injury was observed using serum, magnetic resonance imaging-based liver function indices, and liver samples. TMF-treated rats showed significantly lower relative enhancement (RE) values and serum alanine aminotransferase (ALT) and aspartate aminotransferase levels than did untreated rats at 3 h after reperfusion. After 24 h of reperfusion, TMF-treated rats had significantly lower RE values, ΔT1 values, serum ALT levels, and necrotic area percentage than did untreated rats. The expression of the apoptosis-related proteins, Bax and cleaved caspase-3, was significantly lower in TMF-treated rats than in untreated rats. This study demonstrated that inhibition of AhR activation after ischemia was effective in ameliorating IR-induced liver injury in rats.
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- Jae-Im Kwon
- Department of Medical Science, AMIST, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Asan Institute for Life Sciences, Asan Medical Center, 88, Olympic-ro 43-gil, Songpa-gu, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Asan Institute for Life Sciences, Asan Medical Center, 88, Olympic-ro 43-gil, Songpa-gu, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Asan Institute for Life Sciences, Asan Medical Center, 88, Olympic-ro 43-gil, Songpa-gu, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Asan Institute for Life Sciences, Asan Medical Center, 88, Olympic-ro 43-gil, Songpa-gu, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Convergence Medicine Research Center, Asan Medical Center, 88, Olympic-ro 43-gil, Songpa-gu, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Asan Institute for Life Sciences, Asan Medical Center, 88, Olympic-ro 43-gil, Songpa-gu, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Clinical Research Center, Asan Medical Center, 88, Olympic-ro 43-gil, Songpa-gu, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Radiology, Asan Medical Center, 88, Olympic-ro 43-gil, Songpa-gu, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Medical Research Institute, Gangneung Asan Hospital, 38, Bangdong-gil, Sacheon-myeon, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Medical Science, AMIST, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Seoul, Republic of Korea
- Convergence Medicine Research Center, Asan Medical Center, 88, Olympic-ro 43-gil, Songpa-gu, Seoul, Republic of Korea
- Corresponding author
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- Convergence Medicine Research Center, Asan Medical Center, 88, Olympic-ro 43-gil, Songpa-gu, Seoul, Republic of Korea
- Corresponding author
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Abdel-Rahman RF, Fayed HM, Ogaly HA, Hussein RA, Raslan MA. Phytoconstituents of Sansevieria suffruticosa N.E.Br. Leaves and Its Hepatoprotective Effect via Activation of the NRF2/ARE Signaling Pathway in an Experimentally Induced Liver Fibrosis Rat Model. Chem Biodivers 2022; 19:e202100960. [PMID: 35266608 DOI: 10.1002/cbdv.202100960] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/30/2021] [Accepted: 03/09/2022] [Indexed: 12/16/2022]
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Sansevieria species possess antioxidant and hepatoprotective activities. However, the therapeutic potential of Sansevieria suffruticosa N.E.Br. in liver fibrosis was not evaluated yet. Twenty-seven phytoconstituents were tentatively identified in the phytoconstituents profile of Sansevieria suffruticosa N.E.Br. leaves extract (SSLE) using high-performance liquid chromatography coupled with mass spectrometry (HPLC-ESI/MS-MS). Using column chromatography, hesperetin, 4-hydroxybenzoic acid, ginsenoside Rg2, and quinic acid were isolated from SSLE. The hepatoprotective effect of SSLE via the activation of the NRF2 signaling pathway was evaluated using a rat model of thioacetamide-induced liver fibrosis. Five groups of 6 male adult Wistar rats were used. All animals except the normal control were injected with 200 mg/kg of TAA intraperitoneally twice weekly for 6 weeks. SSLE-treated groups were orally administered 200 and 100 mg/kg/day of the extract, two weeks before the liver fibrosis induction and were continued concomitantly with TAA injection. A reference group received 100 mg/kg b.wt of silymarin orally. SSLE treated groups exhibited a marked reduction in serum alanine transaminase (ALT), aspartate transaminase (AST) and malondialdehyde (MDA) levels compared with the TAA group. The levels of reduced glutathione (GSH) content and hepatic mRNA levels of Nrf2 and HO-1 were significantly increased. Histological findings further confirmed the protective role of SSLE against TAA. In conclusion, the aforementioned results indicated that the hepatoprotective mechanism of SSLE was exerted via activating the Nrf2 pathway to counteract oxidative stress.
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- Rehab F Abdel-Rahman
- Pharmacology Department, Medicine and Clinical Studies Research Institute, National Research Center, Giza, 12622, Egypt
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- Pharmacology Department, Medicine and Clinical Studies Research Institute, National Research Center, Giza, 12622, Egypt
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- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Cairo University, Giza, 12211, Egypt.,Department of Chemistry, College of Science, King Khalid University, Abha, 61421, Saudi Arabia
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- Pharmacognosy Department, Pharmaceutical and Drug Industries Research Institute, National Research Center, Dokki, 12622 Giza, Egypt
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- Pharmacognosy Department, Pharmaceutical and Drug Industries Research Institute, National Research Center, Dokki, 12622 Giza, Egypt
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Erdem KTO, Bedir Z, Ates I, Kuyrukluyildiz U, Coban TA, Yazici GN, Arslan YK, Suleyman Z, Suleyman H. The effect of adenosine triphosphate on propofol-induced myopathy in rats: a biochemical and histopathological evaluation. THE KOREAN JOURNAL OF PHYSIOLOGY & PHARMACOLOGY : OFFICIAL JOURNAL OF THE KOREAN PHYSIOLOGICAL SOCIETY AND THE KOREAN SOCIETY OF PHARMACOLOGY 2021; 25:69-77. [PMID: 33361539 PMCID: PMC7756530 DOI: 10.4196/kjpp.2021.25.1.69] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/29/2020] [Revised: 10/11/2020] [Accepted: 10/12/2020] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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Propofol infusion syndrome characterized by rhabdomyolysis, metabolic acidosis, kidney, and heart failure has been reported in long-term propofol use for sedation. It has been reported that intracellular adenosine triphosphate (ATP) is reduced in rhabdomyolysis. The study aims to investigate the protective effect of ATP against possible skeletal muscle damage of propofol in albino Wistar male rats biochemically and histopathologically. PA-50 (n = 6) and PA-100 (n = 6) groups of animals was injected intraperitoneally to 4 mg/kg ATP. An equal volume (0.5 ml) of distilled water was administered intraperitoneally to the P-50, P-100, and HG groups. One hour after the administration of ATP and distilled water, 50 mg/kg propofol was injected intraperitoneally to the P-50 and PA-50 groups. This procedure was repeated once a day for 30 days. The dose of 100 mg/kg propofol was injected intraperitoneally to the P-100 and PA-100 groups. This procedure was performed three times with an interval of 1 days. Our experimental results showed that propofol increased serum CK, CK-MB, creatinine, BUN, TP I, ALT, AST levels, and muscle tissue MDA levels at 100 mg/kg compared to 50 mg/kg and decreased tGSH levels. At a dose of 100 mg/kg, propofol caused more severe histopathological damage compared to 50 mg/kg. It was found that ATP prevented propofol-induced muscle damage and organ dysfunction at a dose of 50 mg/kg at a higher level compared to 100 mg/kg. ATP may be useful in the treatment of propofol-induced rhabdomyolysis and multiple organ damage.
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Reanimation, Erzurum Nenehatun Maternity Hospital, Erzurum 25000, Turkey
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Reanimation, Faculty of Medicine, Ataturk University, Erzurum 25000, Turkey
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Reanimation, Erzincan Binali Yildirim University, Erzincan 24100, Turkey
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- Department of Medical Biochemistry, Erzincan Binali Yildirim University, Erzincan 24100, Turkey
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- Department of Histology and Embryology, Erzincan Binali Yildirim University, Erzincan 24100, Turkey
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- Biostatistics, Faculty of Medicine, Erzincan Binali Yildirim University, Erzincan 24100, Turkey
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- Department of Nursing, Faculty of Health Sciences, Erzincan Binali Yildirim University, Erzincan 24100, Turkey
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- Department of Pharmacology, Faculty of Medicine, Erzincan Binali Yildirim University, Erzincan 24100, Turkey
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De Luca M, Iacono O, Lucci R, Guardasole V, Bosso G, Cittadini A, Oliviero U. Atorvastatin-linked rhabdomyolysis caused by the simultaneous intake of amoxicillin clavulanic acid. J Basic Clin Physiol Pharmacol 2020; 32:/j/jbcpp.ahead-of-print/jbcpp-2020-0108/jbcpp-2020-0108.xml. [PMID: 32903207 DOI: 10.1515/jbcpp-2020-0108] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/21/2020] [Accepted: 06/12/2020] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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Objectives Rhabdomyolysis is a rare syndrome in which a serious muscle damage suddenly appears, with the possible occurrence of severe complications such as kidney failure, electrolyte imbalances and death, and represents the most severe form of statin-induced muscle injury. Case presentation Here we present the case of a 55-year-old woman who started therapy with amoxicillin clavulanic acid on a background of atorvastatin therapy, resulting in rhabdomyolysis. Conclusions This case highlights the importance of evaluating potential drug interactions in patients taking statin and the need of monitoring clinical and laboratory findings suggestive of rhabdomyolysis.
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- Mariarosaria De Luca
- Department of Translational Medical Sciences, University Federico II, Via Sergio Pansini 5, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Translational Medical Sciences, University Federico II, Via Sergio Pansini 5, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Translational Medical Sciences, University Federico II, Via Sergio Pansini 5, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Translational Medical Sciences, University Federico II, Via Sergio Pansini 5, Naples, Italy
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- Santa Maria delle Grazie Hospital, Via Domitiana, Pozzuoli, Italy
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- Department of Translational Medical Sciences, University Federico II, Via Sergio Pansini 5, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Translational Medical Sciences, University Federico II, Via Sergio Pansini 5, Naples, Italy
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Hu S, Hou X, Liu S, Fei C, Zhou L, Xing A, Zhang J, Yong C, Wang X. Thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura with reversible splenial lesion syndrome: a case report. BMC Neurol 2020; 20:122. [PMID: 32252673 PMCID: PMC7133000 DOI: 10.1186/s12883-020-01696-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/13/2019] [Accepted: 03/24/2020] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Reversible splenial lesion syndrome (RESLES) is known to cause severe psychiatric symptoms but is also a very rare clinical disease in which the specific aetiology is unknown. According to current reports, there are major causes of the disease, including viral or bacterial infection, epilepsy, anti-epileptic drug withdrawal, high-altitude cerebral oedema, and metabolic disorders such as hypoglycaemia and hypernatraemia. In this article, we report a patient with thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura (TTP) who presented with RESLES. CASE PRESENTATION A 34-year-old female patient who presented with fever and progression of disorder of consciousness was eventually diagnosed with RESLES based on brain imaging. Moreover, clinical features and peripheral smears demonstrating schistocytes and thrombocytopenia confirmed a diagnosis of TTP. RESLES can be improved by plasma exchange therapy. CONCLUSION This rare case highlights the occurrence of RESLES as a presenting feature of the expanding list of unusual neurological manifestations of TTP.
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- Song Hu
- The Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao University, Qingdao, Shandong, China
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- The Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao University, Qingdao, Shandong, China
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- The Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao University, Qingdao, Shandong, China
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- The Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao University, Qingdao, Shandong, China
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- The Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao University, Qingdao, Shandong, China
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- The Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao University, Qingdao, Shandong, China.
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- The Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao University, Qingdao, Shandong, China
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- The Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao University, Qingdao, Shandong, China
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- The Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao University, Qingdao, Shandong, China
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Lim AKH, Arumugananthan C, Lau Hing Yim C, Jellie LJ, Wong EWW, Junckerstorff RK. A Cross-Sectional Study of the Relationship between Serum Creatine Kinase and Liver Biochemistry in Patients with Rhabdomyolysis. J Clin Med 2019; 9:jcm9010081. [PMID: 31905634 PMCID: PMC7019809 DOI: 10.3390/jcm9010081] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/04/2019] [Revised: 12/20/2019] [Accepted: 12/22/2019] [Indexed: 12/20/2022] Open
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Abnormal liver function tests are commonly observed with rhabdomyolysis, but the nature of this association is not fully defined. This study aims to determine the functional relationship between serum creatine kinase, as a marker of rhabdomyolysis severity, and liver biochemistry. We used linear regression to model the relationship between liver biochemistry and peak serum creatine kinase. A total of 528 patients with a median age of 74 years were included. The distribution of creatine kinase, bilirubin, alkaline phosphatase, alanine aminotransferase, and γ-glutamyl transferase were significantly skewed, and these variables were log-transformed prior to regression. There was a positive linear correlation between log-alanine aminotransferase and log-creatine kinase. In the multiple regression analysis, log-creatine kinase, age, acute kidney injury stage, and chronic liver disease were independently associated with log-alanine aminotransferase. This model explained 46% of the variance of log-alanine aminotransferase. We found no correlation between the log-creatine kinase and the log-bilirubin, log-alkaline phosphatase, or log-γ-glutamyl transferase. Serum alanine aminotransferase was not associated with inpatient mortality but a higher creatine kinase-alanine aminotransferase ratio was associated with lower odds of mortality. In conclusion, an isolated elevation in alanine aminotransferase can occur in rhabdomyolysis, and it may be possible to anticipate the level of increase based on the peak creatine kinase.
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- Andy K. H. Lim
- General Medicine, Monash Health, Clayton, Victoria 3168, Australia; (C.A.); (C.L.H.Y.); (L.J.J.); (E.W.W.W.); (R.K.J.)
- Department of Medicine, Monash University, Clayton, Victoria 3168, Australia
- Correspondence:
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- General Medicine, Monash Health, Clayton, Victoria 3168, Australia; (C.A.); (C.L.H.Y.); (L.J.J.); (E.W.W.W.); (R.K.J.)
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- General Medicine, Monash Health, Clayton, Victoria 3168, Australia; (C.A.); (C.L.H.Y.); (L.J.J.); (E.W.W.W.); (R.K.J.)
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- General Medicine, Monash Health, Clayton, Victoria 3168, Australia; (C.A.); (C.L.H.Y.); (L.J.J.); (E.W.W.W.); (R.K.J.)
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- General Medicine, Monash Health, Clayton, Victoria 3168, Australia; (C.A.); (C.L.H.Y.); (L.J.J.); (E.W.W.W.); (R.K.J.)
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- General Medicine, Monash Health, Clayton, Victoria 3168, Australia; (C.A.); (C.L.H.Y.); (L.J.J.); (E.W.W.W.); (R.K.J.)
- Department of Medicine, Monash University, Clayton, Victoria 3168, Australia
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