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Safhi FA, Al-Hazani TMI, Jalal AS, Alduwish MA, Alshaya DS, Almufareh NA, Domiaty DM, Alshehri E, Al-Shamrani SM, Abboosh TS, Alotaibi MA, Alwaili MA, Al-Qahtani WS. FGFR3 and FGFR4 overexpression in juvenile nasopharyngeal angiofibroma: impact of smoking history and implications for personalized management. J Appl Genet 2023; 64:749-758. [PMID: 37656292 DOI: 10.1007/s13353-023-00780-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/06/2023] [Revised: 08/11/2023] [Accepted: 08/15/2023] [Indexed: 09/02/2023]
Abstract
Lifestyle factors, including smoking, have been linked to neoplastic diseases, and reports suggest an association between smoking and overexpression of FGFR (fibroblast growth factor receptor) in certain neoplasms. This study aims to assess the expression of FGFR3 and FGFR4 genes in patients with and without a history of smoking.A total of 118 participants were recruited, including 83 Juvenile Nasopharyngeal Angiofibroma (JNA) patients and 35 healthy participants, the JNA patients were further stratified as smokers and nonsmokers. Total RNA was extracted from the blood & saliva sample by using TRIzol reagent, and quantified using a Nanodrop, and then subjected to gene expression analysis of FGFR3/4 using RT-PCR. Immunohistochemistry analysis was employed using fresh biopsies of JNA to validate the findings. All experiments were performed in triplicates and analysed using the Chi-Square test (P < 0.05). Smokers exhibited significantly lower total RNA concentrations across all sample types (P < 0.001). The study revealed significant upregulation of both FGFR3/4 genes in JNA patients (P < 0.05). Moreover, FGFR3 expression was significantly higher among smokers 66% (95% CI: 53-79%) compared to non-smokers 22% (95% CI: 18-26%). Immunohistochemistry analysis demonstrated moderate to strong staining intensity for FGFR3 among smokers. The study highlights the overexpression of FGFR3/4 genes in JNA patients, with a stronger association observed among smokers. Furthermore, medical reports indicated higher rates of recurrence and bleeding intensity among smokers. These findings emphasize the potential role of FGFR3 as a key molecular factor in JNA, particularly in the context of smoking.
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Affiliation(s)
- Fatmah Ahmed Safhi
- Department of Biology, College of Science, Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University, P.O. Box 84428, 11671, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Biology, College of Sciences and Humanities, Prince Sattam Bin Abdulaziz University, P.O. Box 83, 11940, Al-Kharj, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Biology, College of Science, Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University, P.O. Box 84428, 11671, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Biology, College of Sciences and Humanities, Prince Sattam Bin Abdulaziz University, P.O. Box 83, 11940, Al-Kharj, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Biology, College of Science, Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University, P.O. Box 84428, 11671, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Pediatric Dentistry and Preventive Dental Sciences, Riyadh Elm University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- College of Science, Department of Biology, University of Jeddah, P.O. Box 13151, 21493, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Zoology, College of Science, King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- College of Science, Department of Biology, University of Jeddah, P.O. Box 13151, 21493, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Zoology, College of Science, King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
- Public Security, Forensic Evidence Laboratories, Criminal Examinations, Ministry of Interior, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Biology, College of Science, Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University, P.O. Box 84428, 11671, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Forensic Sciences, College of Criminal Justice, Naif Arab University for Security Sciences, P.O. Box 6830, 11452, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
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Al-Hazani TMI, Al-Qahtani WS, Alwaili MA, Domiaty DM, Alshehri E, Al-Shamrani SM, Alotaibi AM, Alghamdi HS, Alahmari A, Mohammedsaleh ZM, Jalal MM, Alafari HA, Safhi FA, Abboosh TS. The function of long non-coding RNA SNHG11 and its working mechanism in triple-negative breast cancer. Pathol Res Pract 2023; 248:154578. [PMID: 37320865 DOI: 10.1016/j.prp.2023.154578] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/10/2023] [Revised: 05/23/2023] [Accepted: 05/27/2023] [Indexed: 06/17/2023]
Abstract
Triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC) seriously affects woman's health. The present work is to study the working mechanism of lncRNA SNHG11 in TNBC. The expressions of SNHG11, microRNA (miR)- 7-5p, specificity protein 2 (SP2) and mucin 1 (MUC-1) in TNBC tissues and cells were detected. SNHG11, miR-7-5p and SP2 expressions were then evaluated for TNBC cell malignant behaviors. The relationships among SNHG11, miR-7-5p and SP2 were predicted and verified. Finally, the binding of the transcription factor SP2 to MUC-1 promoter was detected. Abnormally elevated SNHG11, SP2 and MUC-1 expressions were observed in cultured TNBC cells and tumor tissues. SNHG11 knockdown in TNBC cells. Silencing SP2 weakened the promoting effect of SNHG11 on TNBC progression. SNHG11 negatively regulated miR-7-5p expression and positively regulated SP2 expression. SP2 bound to the P2 site of MUC-1 promoter, and SP2 knockdown suppressed MUC-1 expression. It was demonstrated that lncRNA SNHG11 promoted TNBC cell malignant behaviors to facilitate TNBC progression. The study is first of its kinds to unravel the potential of lncRNA SNHG11 in relation to TNBC.
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- Tahani Mohamed Ibrahim Al-Hazani
- Department of Biology, College of Sciences and Humanities, Prince Sattam Bin Abdulaziz University, PO Box 83, Al-Kharj 11940, Saudi Arabia.
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- Department of Forensic Sciences, College of Criminal Justice, Naif Arab University for Security Sciences, PO Box 6830 Riyadh 11452, Saudi Arabia.
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- Department of Biology, College of Science, Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University, P.O. Box 84428, Riyadh 11671, Saudi Arabia
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- University of Jeddah, College of Science, Department of Biology, PO Box 13151, Jeddah 21493, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Zoology, College of Science, King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- University of Jeddah, College of Science, Department of Biology, PO Box 13151, Jeddah 21493, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Clinical Laboratory Sciences, College of Applied Medical Sciences, King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Biology, Science College, King Khalid University, Abha, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Medical Laboratory Technology, Faculty of Applied Medical Sciences, University of Tabuk, Tabuk 71491, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Medical Laboratory Technology, Faculty of Applied Medical Sciences, University of Tabuk, Tabuk 71491, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Biology, College of Science, Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University, P.O. Box 84428, Riyadh 11671, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Biology, College of Science, Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University, P.O. Box 84428, Riyadh 11671, Saudi Arabia
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- Ministry of Interior, Public Security, Forensic Evidence Laboratories, Criminal Examinations, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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Al-Hazani TMI, Al-Qahtani WS, Abboosh TS, Safhi FA, Alshaya DS, Jalal AS, Al-Shamrani SM, Al-Ghamdi NA, Alotaibi AM, Alotaibi MA, Alghamdi HS, Alafari HA, ALMatrafi TA, Alshehri E. Detecting STR profiles from degrading menstrual blood samples and their use as possible evidence in forensic investigations. Forensic Sci Int 2023; 343:111562. [PMID: 36657183 DOI: 10.1016/j.forsciint.2023.111562] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/08/2022] [Revised: 12/29/2022] [Accepted: 01/05/2023] [Indexed: 01/08/2023]
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This research explores DNA consistency and attempts to detect STR profiles from the degrading menstrual blood samples (MBS) as reliable forensic evidence. Peripheral (PBS) and MBS of 30 healthy fertile females were taken on the menstrual cycle's second day. They were obtained at different time periods (0, 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, 14, 16, 18, 20, 24, and 48 h) at 25 °C. DNA evaluation was fulfilled to analyze DNA profiles. A considerable elevation in the median concentrations of DNA between 0 and 14-h intervals were documented, whereas decreased extents were registered between 16 and 48 h. Moreover, complete STR profiles (24/24) for DNA were discovered in all the intervals (0, 2, and 48 h). Periods of 0-8 h demonstrated the maximum extents of DNA materials. Full STR were discovered in all the intervals (0, 2, and 48 h). Eventually, MBS can be utilized as forensic evidence.
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- Tahani Mohamed Ibrahim Al-Hazani
- Department of Biology, College of Sciences and Humanities, Prince Sattam Bin Abdulaziz University, P.O. Box: 83, Al-Kharj 11940, Saudi Arabia.
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- Department of Forensic Sciences, College of Criminal Justice, Naif Arab University for Security Sciences, P.O. Box 6830, Riyadh 11452, Saudi Arabia.
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- Ministry of Interior, Public Security, Forensic Evidence Laboratories, Criminal Examinations, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
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- Department of Biology, College of Science, Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University, P.O. Box 84428, Riyadh 11671, Saudi Arabia.
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- Department of Biology, College of Science, Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University, P.O. Box 84428, Riyadh 11671, Saudi Arabia.
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- Department of Biology, College of Science, Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University, P.O. Box 84428, Riyadh 11671, Saudi Arabia.
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- University of Jeddah, College of Science, Department of Biology, P.O. Box 13151, Jeddah 21493, Saudi Arabia.
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- Department of Clinical Laboratory Sciences, College of Applied Medical Sciences, King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
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- Department of Biology, College of Science, Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University, P.O. Box 84428, Riyadh 11671, Saudi Arabia.
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- Department of Zoology, College of Science, King Saud University, Saudi Arabia.
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Al-Mobeeriek AF, Al-Shamrani SM, Al-Hussyeen AJ, Bushnaq HZ, Al-Waheib RA. Knowledge and attitude of dental health workers towards fluoride in Riyadh area. Saudi Med J 2001; 22:1004-7. [PMID: 11744975] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/22/2023] Open
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OBJECTIVE To assess the knowledge, attitudes, and beliefs of the dentists and hygienists in the Riyadh area of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia towards fluoride. METHODS One hundred and thirty dentists and hygienist working in dental clinics in Riyadh were randomly selected. Self-administered questionnaires covered the following areas: general information, the use and application of fluoride, pharmacodymanics and pharmacokinetics of fluoride. The subjects responded to each of the statements by ticking one of the 3-scaled options from "agree" to "disagree". RESULTS The majority of the respondents (65%) supported an assessment of the pattern of dental caries before fluoridating the water, 23% disagreed and 5% did not know. Also one hundred and three (79%) of the sample supported fluoridation of water, 16 (12%) disagreed, and 4 (3%) did not know. Fifty-five (42%) agreed that dental caries are expected to increase if fluoridating water is discontinued for one year, while 52 (40%) disagreed and 16 (12%) did not know. In addition, there was a low score concerning knowledge of side effects and toxicity of fluoride among health care workers. Overall, there was no statistical significance between academics and non-academics. CONCLUSION There was a good attitude and knowledge of fluoride as a preventive measure among dentists. This study also demonstrated that the majority of the health care professionals in Riyadh area were in favor of water and milk fluoridation, however; there was a lack of knowledge regarding side effects and toxicity.
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- A F Al-Mobeeriek
- Department of Maxillofacial Surgery and Diagnostic Sciences, College of Dentistry, King Saud University, Riyadh 11352, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
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