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Han Y, Ling S, Hu S, Shen G, Zhang H, Zhang W. Combined exposure to decabromodiphenyl ether and nano zero-valent iron aggravated oxidative stress and interfered with metabolism in earthworms. Sci Total Environ 2024; 926:172033. [PMID: 38547968 DOI: 10.1016/j.scitotenv.2024.172033] [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] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/04/2023] [Revised: 03/23/2024] [Accepted: 03/25/2024] [Indexed: 04/02/2024]
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Decabromodiphenyl ether (BDE-209) is a common brominated flame retardant in electronic waste, and nano zero-valent iron (nZVI) is a new material in the field of environmental remediation. Little is known about how BDE-209 and nZVI combined exposure influences soil organisms. During the 28 days study, we determined the effects of single and combined exposures to BDE-209 and nZVI on the oxidative stress and metabolic response of earthworms (Eisenia fetida). On day 7, compared to CK, malondialdehyde (MDA) content increased in most combined exposure groups. To remove MDA and reactive oxygen species (ROS), superoxide dismutase (SOD), catalase (CAT), and peroxidase (POD) activities were induced in most combined exposure groups. On day 28, compared to CK, the activities of SOD and CAT were inhibited, while POD activity was significantly induced, indicating that POD plays an important role in scavenging ROS. Combined exposure to BDE-209 and nZVI significantly affected amino acid biosynthesis and metabolism, purine metabolism, and aminoacyl-tRNA biosynthesis pathways, interfered with energy metabolism, and aggravated oxidative stress in earthworms. These findings provide a basis for assessing the ecological impacts of using nZVI to remediate soils contaminated with BDE-209 from electronic waste.
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- Ying Han
- State Environmental Protection Key Laboratory of Environmental Risk Assessment and Control on Chemical Process, School of Resource and Environmental Engineering, East China University of Science and Technology, Shanghai 200237, China; State Environmental Protection Key Laboratory of Environmental Health Impact Assessment of Emerging Contaminants, Shanghai Academy of Environmental Sciences, Shanghai 200233, China
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- State Environmental Protection Key Laboratory of Environmental Health Impact Assessment of Emerging Contaminants, Shanghai Academy of Environmental Sciences, Shanghai 200233, China
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- State Environmental Protection Key Laboratory of Environmental Health Impact Assessment of Emerging Contaminants, Shanghai Academy of Environmental Sciences, Shanghai 200233, China.
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- State Environmental Protection Key Laboratory of Environmental Health Impact Assessment of Emerging Contaminants, Shanghai Academy of Environmental Sciences, Shanghai 200233, China
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- State Environmental Protection Key Laboratory of Environmental Health Impact Assessment of Emerging Contaminants, Shanghai Academy of Environmental Sciences, Shanghai 200233, China
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- State Environmental Protection Key Laboratory of Environmental Risk Assessment and Control on Chemical Process, School of Resource and Environmental Engineering, East China University of Science and Technology, Shanghai 200237, China.
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Fang D, Zhang C, Mei J, Qiu W, Xie J. Effects of vitamin C combined with sodium alginate on serum biochemistry, oxidative stress, gill tissue morphology, and muscle quality of pearl gentian grouper during waterless transport. Fish Physiol Biochem 2024; 50:495-512. [PMID: 38051410 DOI: 10.1007/s10695-023-01280-8] [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] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/06/2023] [Accepted: 11/24/2023] [Indexed: 12/07/2023]
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This research examined the effects of sodium alginate (SA) and vitamin C (Vc) soaking of pearl gentian grouper before waterless transportation from the perspectives of serum parameters, oxidative stress, muscle quality, and gill tissue morphology. After the fish reached semi-dormancy with a cooling rate of 3 °C/h, fish (420 ± 25 g) were distributed to 4 treatments as follows: S1 group (50 mg/L Vc and 0.1% SA were added), S2 group (50 mg/L Vc and 0.3% SA were added), S3 group (50 mg/L Vc and 0.5% SA were added), and control group (without soaking in protective fluid). After oxygenated packaging, samples were taken at 0, 8, and 16 h of waterless transportation and 12 h after rehydration, respectively. It was found that after 16 h of waterless transport, compared with the control group, cortisol, glucose, blood urea nitrogen (BUN), uric acid (UA), creatinine (CREA), superoxide dismutase (SOD), catalase (CAT), glutathione peroxidase (GPx), and malondialdehyde (MDA) levels were significantly decreased (p < 0.05), while albumin, lysozyme (LZM), muscle pH, and total free amino acid (TFAA) contents were significantly elevated (p < 0.05) in the S3 group. Moreover, by gill tissue microscopy, it was found that the protective solution of group S3 did not cause serious deleterious morphological changes to the gill epithelium. The results showed that the grouper was soaked by protective fluid before waterless could maintain surface moisture, reduce gill and kidney function and oxidative stress damage, and maintain the stability of muscle quality. This study provides a novel transportation method for waterless preservation, which helps to reduce transportation costs and improve transportation efficiency.
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- Dan Fang
- College of Food Science and Technology, Shanghai Ocean University, Shanghai, 201306, China
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- College of Food Science and Technology, Shanghai Ocean University, Shanghai, 201306, China
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- College of Food Science and Technology, Shanghai Ocean University, Shanghai, 201306, China
- National Experimental Teaching Demonstration Center for Food Science and Engineering, Shanghai Ocean University, Shanghai, 201306, China
- Shanghai Engineering Research Center of Aquatic Product Processing and Preservation, Shanghai, 201306, China
- Shanghai Professional Technology Service Platform On Cold Chain Equipment Performance and Energy Saving Evaluation, Shanghai, 201306, China
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- College of Food Science and Technology, Shanghai Ocean University, Shanghai, 201306, China.
- National Experimental Teaching Demonstration Center for Food Science and Engineering, Shanghai Ocean University, Shanghai, 201306, China.
- Shanghai Engineering Research Center of Aquatic Product Processing and Preservation, Shanghai, 201306, China.
- Shanghai Professional Technology Service Platform On Cold Chain Equipment Performance and Energy Saving Evaluation, Shanghai, 201306, China.
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- College of Food Science and Technology, Shanghai Ocean University, Shanghai, 201306, China.
- National Experimental Teaching Demonstration Center for Food Science and Engineering, Shanghai Ocean University, Shanghai, 201306, China.
- Shanghai Engineering Research Center of Aquatic Product Processing and Preservation, Shanghai, 201306, China.
- Shanghai Professional Technology Service Platform On Cold Chain Equipment Performance and Energy Saving Evaluation, Shanghai, 201306, China.
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Erdemli Z, Gul M, Gokturk N, Kayhan E, Demircigil N, Ozsoy EN, Gozukara Bag H, Erdemli ME. Ameliorative effects of thymoquinone on the caspase 3, kidney function and oxidative stress tartrazine-induced nephrotoxicity. Toxicon 2024; 241:107660. [PMID: 38408527 DOI: 10.1016/j.toxicon.2024.107660] [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: 01/19/2024] [Revised: 02/08/2024] [Accepted: 02/23/2024] [Indexed: 02/28/2024]
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First in the literature this study aimed to investigate the effects of Tartrazine, a common industrial food dye, on kidney and whether Thymoquinone has a protective effect in tartrazine-induced nephrotoxicity. The study conducted on the rats bred at İnönü University Experimental Animals Production and Research Center. Wistar albino rats were randomly divided into 4 groups, where each group included 8 rats: control, Tartrazine, Thymoquinone, and Tartrazine + Thymoquinone groups. The experiments continued for 3 weeks and then, kidney tissues and blood samples were collected from the rats under anesthesia. Malondialdehyde (MDA), super oxidized dismutase (SOD), total oxidant status (TOS), increase in Oxidative stress index (OSI), glutathione (GSH), Glutathione peroxidase (GSH-Px), catalase (CAT), Total antioxidant status (TAS) levels decreased in the kidney tissues collected from the tartrazine group. Serum Bun and Creatinine levels increased in the tartrazine group. Tartrazine administration damaged and degenerated the glomeruli and cortical distal tubes in the histopathology of kidney tissues, also different degrees of inflammatory cell infiltration were observed in the renal cortex and medulla. Thymoquinone and tartrazine administration improved both biochemical and histopathological parameters. Tartrazine administration induced nephrotoxicity. This could be observed with the increase in oxidant capacity and the deterioration of kidney functions. Thymoquinone was observed to demonstrate strong antioxidant properties. Thymoquinone could be used primarily as a protective agent against Tartrazine-induced toxicity.
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- Zeynep Erdemli
- Department of Medical Biochemistry, Medical Faculty, Inonu University, Malatya, Turkey
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- Department of Histology and Embryology, Medical Faculty, Inonu University, Malatya, Turkey
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- Department of Medical Biochemistry, Medical Faculty, Inonu University, Malatya, Turkey
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- Department of Histology and Embryology, Medical Faculty, Turgut Ozal University, Malatya, Turkey
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- Department of Medical Biochemistry, Medical Faculty, Inonu University, Malatya, Turkey
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- Department of Histology and Embryology, Medical Faculty, Inonu University, Malatya, Turkey
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- Department of Biostatistics, Medical Faculty, Inonu University, Malatya, Turkey
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- Department of Medical Biochemistry, Medical Faculty, Inonu University, Malatya, Turkey.
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İrak K, Çelik ÖY, Bolacalı M, Tufan T, Özcan S, Yıldırım S, Bolat I. Investigation of the protective effect of chitosan against arsenic-induced nephrotoxicity and oxidative damage in rat kidney tissue. Pol J Vet Sci 2024; 27:95-105. [PMID: 38511628 DOI: 10.24425/pjvs.2024.149339] [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] [Indexed: 03/22/2024]
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Arsenic is an important metalloid that can cause poisoning in humans and domestic animals. Exposure to arsenic causes cell damage, increasing the production of reactive oxygen species. Chitosan is a biopolymer obtained by deacetylation of chitin with antioxidant and metal ion chelating properties. In this study, the protective effect of chitosan on arsenic-induced nephrotoxicity and oxidative damage was investigated. 32 male Wistar-albino rats were divided into 4 groups of 8 rats each as control group (C), chitosan group (CS group), arsenic group (AS group), and arsenic+chitosan group (AS+CS group). The C group was given distilled water by oral gavage, the AS group was given 100 ppm/day Na-arsenite ad libitum with drinking water, the CS group was given 200 mg/kg/day chitosan dissolved in saline by oral gavage, the AS+CS group was given 100 ppm/day Na-arsenite ad libitum with drinking water and 200 mg/kg/day chitosan dissolved in saline by oral gavage for 30 days. At the end of the 30-day experimental period, 90 mg/kg ketamine was administered intraperitoneally to all rats, and blood samples and kidney tissues were collected. Urea, uric acid, creatinine, P, Mg, K, Ca, Na, Cystatin C (CYS-C), Neutrophil Gelatinase Associated Lipocalin (NGAL) and Kidney Injury Molecule 1 (KIM-1) levels were measured in serum samples. Malondialdehyde (MDA), Glutathione (GSH), Catalase (CAT) and Superoxide dismutase (SOD) levels in the supernatant obtained from kidney tissue were analyzed by ELISA method. Compared with AS group, uric acid and creatinine levels of the AS+CS group were significantly decreased (p<0.001), urea, KIM-1, CYS-C, NGAL, and MDA levels were numerically decreased and CAT, GSH, and SOD levels were numerically increased (p>0.05). In conclusion, based on both biochemical and histopathological-immunohistochemical- immunofluorescence findings, it can be concluded that chitosan attenuates kidney injury and protects the kidney.
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- K İrak
- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Siirt University, Siirt, Turkey
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Siirt University, Siirt, Turkey
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- Kırsehir Ahi Evran University, Faculty of Medicine, Department of Biostatistics and Medical Informatics, Kirsehir, Turkey
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- Department of Animal Nutrition and Nutritional Disease, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Siirt University, Siirt, Turkey
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- Department of Animal Nutrition and Nutritional Disease, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Siirt University, Siirt, Turkey
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- Department of Pathology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Ataturk University, Erzurum, Turkey
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- Department of Pathology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Ataturk University, Erzurum, Turkey
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Anwar T, Qureshi H, Jabeen M, Zaman W, Ali HM. Mitigation of cadmium-induced stress in maize via synergistic application of biochar and gibberellic acid to enhance morpho-physiological and biochemical traits. BMC Plant Biol 2024; 24:192. [PMID: 38491471 PMCID: PMC10941574 DOI: 10.1186/s12870-024-04805-2] [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] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/14/2023] [Accepted: 02/08/2024] [Indexed: 03/18/2024]
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Cadmium (Cd), being a heavy metal, tends to accumulate in soils primarily through industrial activities, agricultural practices, and atmospheric deposition. Maize, being a staple crop for many regions, is particularly vulnerable to Cd contamination, leading to compromised growth, reduced yields, and potential health risks for consumers. Biochar (BC), a carbon-rich material derived from the pyrolysis of organic matter has been shown to improve soil structure, nutrient retention and microbial activity. The choice of biochar as an ameliorative agent stems from its well-documented capacity to enhance soil quality and mitigate heavy metal stress. The study aims to contribute to the understanding of the efficacy of biochar in combination with GA3, a plant growth regulator known for its role in promoting various physiological processes, in mitigating the adverse effects of Cd stress. The detailed investigation into morpho-physiological attributes and biochemical responses under controlled laboratory conditions provides valuable insights into the potential benefits of these interventions. The experimental design consisted of three replicates in a complete randomized design (CRD), wherein soil, each containing 10 kg was subjected to varying concentrations of cadmium (0, 8 and 16 mg/kg) and biochar (0.75% w/w base). Twelve different treatment combinations were applied, involving the cultivation of 36 maize plants in soil contaminated with Cd (T1: Control (No Cd stress; T2: Mild Cd stress (8 mg Cd/kg soil); T3: Severe Cd stress (16 mg Cd/kg soil); T4: 10 ppm GA3 (No Cd stress); T5: 10 ppm GA3 + Mild Cd stress; T6: 10 ppm GA3 + Severe Cd stress; T7: 0.75% Biochar (No Cd stress); T8: 0.75% Biochar + Mild Cd stress; T9: 0.75% Biochar + Severe Cd stress; T10: 10 ppm GA3 + 0.75% Biochar (No Cd stress); T11: 10 ppm GA3 + 0.75% Biochar + Mild Cd stress; T12: 10 ppm GA3 + 0.75% Biochar + Severe Cd stress). The combined application of GA3 and BC significantly enhanced multiple parameters including germination (27.83%), root length (59.53%), shoot length (20.49%), leaf protein (121.53%), root protein (99.93%), shoot protein (33.65%), leaf phenolics (47.90%), root phenolics (25.82%), shoot phenolics (25.85%), leaf chlorophyll a (57.03%), leaf chlorophyll b (23.19%), total chlorophyll (43.77%), leaf malondialdehyde (125.07%), root malondialdehyde (78.03%) and shoot malondialdehyde (131.16%) across various Cd levels compared to the control group. The synergistic effect of GA3 and BC manifested in optimal leaf protein and malondialdehyde levels indicating induced tolerance and mitigation of Cd detrimental impact on plant growth. The enriched soils showed resistance to heavy metal toxicity emphasizing the potential of BC and GA3 as viable strategy for enhancing maize growth. The application of biochar and gibberellic acid emerges as an effective means to mitigate cadmium-induced stress in maize, presenting a promising avenue for sustainable agricultural practices.
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- Tauseef Anwar
- Department of Botany, The Islamia University of Bahawalpur (Baghdad ul Jadeed Campus), Bahawalpur, 63100, Pakistan.
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- Department of Botany, University of Chakwal, Chakwal, 48800, Pakistan
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- Department of Botany, The Islamia University of Bahawalpur (Baghdad ul Jadeed Campus), Bahawalpur, 63100, Pakistan
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- Department of Life Sciences, Yeungnam University, Gyeongsan, 38541, Republic of Korea.
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- Department of Botany and Microbiology, College of Science, King Saud University, Riyadh, 11451, Saudi Arabia
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Muhammad I, Khan A, Mustafa AEZMA, Elshikh MS, Shen W. Elucidating the modulatory effect of melatonin on enzyme activity and oxidative stress in wheat: a global meta-analysis. Physiol Plant 2024; 176:e14294. [PMID: 38634335 DOI: 10.1111/ppl.14294] [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] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/13/2024] [Revised: 03/15/2024] [Accepted: 03/18/2024] [Indexed: 04/19/2024]
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In our comprehensive meta-analysis, we initially collected 177 publications focusing on the impact of melatonin on wheat. After meticulous screening, 40 published studies were selected, encompassing 558 observations for antioxidant enzymes, 312 for reactive oxygen species (ROS), and 92 for soluble biomolecules (soluble sugar and protein). This analysis revealed significant heterogeneity across studies (I2 > 99% for enzymes, ROS, and soluble biomolecules) and notable publication bias, indicating the complexity and variability in the research field. Melatonin application generally increased antioxidant enzyme activities [superoxide dismutase (SOD), peroxidase (POD), catalase (CAT), and ascorbate peroxidase (APX)] in wheat, particularly under stress conditions, such as high temperature and heavy-metal exposure. Compared to control, melatonin application increased SOD, POD, CAT, and APX activities by 29.5, 16.96, 35.98, and 171.64%, respectively. Moreover, oxidative stress markers like hydrogen peroxide (H2O2), superoxide anion (O2), and malondialdehyde (MDA) decreased with melatonin by 23.73, 13.64, and 21.91%, respectively, suggesting a reduction in oxidative stress. The analysis also highlighted melatonin's role in improving carbohydrate metabolism and antioxidant defenses. Melatonin showed an overall increase of 12.77% in soluble sugar content, and 22.76% in glutathione peroxidase (GPX) activity compared to the control. However, the effects varied across different wheat varieties, environmental conditions, and application methods. Our study also uncovered complex relationships between antioxidant enzyme activities and H2O2 levels, indicating a nuanced regulatory role of melatonin in oxidative stress responses. Our meta-analysis demonstrates the significant role of melatonin in increasing wheat resilience to abiotic stressors, potentially through its regulatory impact on antioxidant defense systems and stress response.
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- Ihsan Muhammad
- Guangxi Key Laboratory of Forest Ecology and Conservation, State Key Laboratory for Conservation and Utilization of Agro-bioresources, College of Forestry, Guangxi University, Nanning, Guangxi, China
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- Department of Agronomy, The University of Agriculture, Peshawar, Pakistan
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- Department of Botany and Microbiology, College of Science, King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Botany and Microbiology, College of Science, King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Guangxi Key Laboratory of Forest Ecology and Conservation, State Key Laboratory for Conservation and Utilization of Agro-bioresources, College of Forestry, Guangxi University, Nanning, Guangxi, China
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Beltrame FL, Moysés THP, Coelho MP, Steinvascher MCR, de Oliveira SA, da Silva AAS, Cerri PS, Sasso-Cerri E. Role of serotonin, estrogen, and TNF-α in the paroxetine-impaired steroidogenesis and testicular macrophages polarization. Andrology 2024; 12:655-673. [PMID: 37675929 DOI: 10.1111/andr.13513] [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] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/26/2023] [Revised: 07/19/2023] [Accepted: 08/08/2023] [Indexed: 09/08/2023]
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BACKGROUND Paroxetine, a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) antidepressant, has caused male sexual dysfunction; however, the paroxetine mechanisms of action in testes are still unclear. OBJECTIVES Paroxetine serotonergic effects in testes were evaluated, focusing on steroidogenesis and the correlation between macrophages population and possible TNF-α-derived oxidative stress. We also verified whether the changes are reversible following treatment interruption. MATERIALS AND METHODS Adult rats received paroxetine (PG35 and PG65) or tap water (CG) for 35 days. PG65 was maintained without treatment for 30 more days. Intratesticular testosterone (IT), nitrite, and malondialdehyde concentrations were measured. To confirm serotonergic and estrogenic effects, Htr1b and Esr1 expressions were analyzed. The daily sperm production (DSP), frequency of abnormal seminiferous tubules (ST), SC number, ST area, and Leydig cells nuclear area (LCnu) were evaluated. TUNEL+ germ cells, M1 (CD68+ ), and M2 (Perls+ ) macrophages were quantified. 17β-HSD7, CYP19A1, NDRG2, oxytocin, TNF-α, and iNOS were evaluated by immunoreactions. Oxytocin and NDRG2 protein levels as well as Tnfa mRNA expression were also analyzed. RESULTS The Htr1b downregulation in testes confirmed the paroxetine serotonergic effect. The testicular sections showed abnormal ST frequency, ST atrophy and reduction of DSP, LCnu, SC number and Perls+ macrophages. TUNEL+ germ cells and LC were associated with strong NDRG2 immunoexpression. Paroxetine reduced IT levels and 17β-HSD7 immunoexpression in parallel to increased CYP19A1, oxytocin, TNF-α and iNOS. Esr1 and Tnfa overexpression and increased number of CD68+ macrophages were also observed together with high nitrite and malondialdehyde levels. Most parameters were not recovered in PG65. CONCLUSIONS Paroxetine serotonergic effect impairs LC steroidogenesis, via aromatization, increasing estrogen/testosterone ratio, which in turn upregulate NDRG2, promoting apoptosis, and impairing sperm production. Serotonin-estrogen pathways may be responsible for M2/M1 polarization, Tnfa upregulation, and induction of oxidative stress. The unrecovered testicular changes after treatment discontinuation are due to persistent paroxetine serotonin/estrogen effects.
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- Flávia Luciana Beltrame
- Department of Morphology and Genetics, Federal University of São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil
- Institute of Health Sciences, Paulista University (UNIP), São Paulo, Brazil
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- School of Dentistry, Department of Morphology, Genetics, Orthodontics and Pediatric Dentistry, São Paulo State University (Unesp), Araraquara, Brazil
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- School of Dentistry, Department of Morphology, Genetics, Orthodontics and Pediatric Dentistry, São Paulo State University (Unesp), Araraquara, Brazil
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- School of Dentistry, Department of Morphology, Genetics, Orthodontics and Pediatric Dentistry, São Paulo State University (Unesp), Araraquara, Brazil
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Demir M, Altinoz E, Cetinavci D, Elbe H, Bicer Y. The effects of pinealectomy and melatonin treatment in acrylamide-induced nephrotoxicity in rats: Antioxidant and anti-inflammatory mechanisms. Physiol Behav 2024; 275:114450. [PMID: 38145817 DOI: 10.1016/j.physbeh.2023.114450] [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: 11/29/2023] [Revised: 12/21/2023] [Accepted: 12/22/2023] [Indexed: 12/27/2023]
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OBJECTIVE Acrylamide (AA) is toxic and forms in food that undergoes high-temperature processing. This study aimed to investigate the effects of AA-induced toxicity on renal tissue in pinealectomized rats and the possible protective effect of exogenous Melatonin (ML) administration. MATERIALS AND METHODS Sixty rats were randomized into 6 groups (n = 10): Sham, Sham+AA, Sham+AA+ML, PX, PX+AA, and PX+AA+ML. Sham and pinealectomized rats received AA (25 mg/kg/day orally) and ML (0.5 ml volume at 10 mg/kg/day, intraperitoneal) for 21 days. RESULTS The results showed that malondialdehyde (MDA), total oxidant status (TOS), oxidative stress index (OSI), tumor necrosis factor-α (TNF-α), and interleukin 1β (IL-1β) levels of the kidney and urea and creatinine levels of serum in the PX (pinealectomy)+AA group were more increased than in the Sham+AA group. In addition, glutathione (GSH), superoxide dismutase (SOD), catalase (CAT), and total antioxidant status (TAS) levels decreased more in the PX+AA group than in the Sham+AA group. Also, we observed more histopathologic damage in the PX+AA group. On the other hand, up-regulation of kidney tissue antioxidants, down-regulation of tissue oxidants, and improvement in kidney function were achieved with ML treatment. Also, histopathological findings such as inflammatory cell infiltration, shrinkage of glomeruli, and dilatation of tubules caused by AA toxicity improved with ML treatment. CONCLUSION ML supplementation exhibited adequate nephroprotective effects against the nephrotoxicity of AA on pinealectomized rat kidney tissue function by balancing the oxidant/antioxidant status and suppressing the release of proinflammatory cytokines.
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- Mehmet Demir
- Department of Physiology, Faculty of Medicine, Karabuk University, Karabuk, Turkey.
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- Department of Medical Biochemistry, Faculty of Medicine, Histology Embryology, Karabuk University, Karabuk, Turkey
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- Department of Histology and Embryology, Faculty of Medicine, Mugla Sıtkı Kocman University, Mugla, Turkey
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- Department of Medical Biochemistry, Faculty of Medicine, Histology Embryology, Karabuk University, Karabuk, Turkey
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Gęgotek A, Skrzydlewska E. Lipid peroxidation products' role in autophagy regulation. Free Radic Biol Med 2024; 212:375-383. [PMID: 38182071 DOI: 10.1016/j.freeradbiomed.2024.01.001] [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: 11/21/2023] [Revised: 12/20/2023] [Accepted: 01/03/2024] [Indexed: 01/07/2024]
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Autophagy, which is responsible for removing damaged molecules, prevents their accumulation in cells, thus maintaining intracellular homeostasis. It is also responsible for removing the effects of oxidative stress, so its activation takes place during increased reactive oxygen species (ROS) generation and lipid peroxidation. Therefore, the aim of this review was to summarize all the available knowledge about the effect of protein modifications by lipid peroxidation products on autophagy activation and the impact of this interaction on the functioning of cells. This review shows that reactive aldehydes (including 4-hydroxynonenal and malondialdehyde), either directly or by the formation of adducts with autophagic proteins, can activate or prevent autophagy, depending on their concentration. This effect relates not only to the initial stages of autophagy, when 4-hydroxynonenal and malondialdehyde affect the levels of proteins involved in autophagy initiation and phagophore formation, but also to the final stage, degradation, when reactive aldehydes, by binding to the active center of cathepsins, inactivate their proteolytic functions. Moreover, this review also shows how little research exists on analyzing the impact of lipid peroxidation products and their protein adducts on autophagy. Such knowledge could be used in the therapy of diseases related to autophagy disorders.
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- Agnieszka Gęgotek
- Department of Analytical Chemistry, Medical University of Bialystok, Kilinskiego 1, 15-069, Bialystok, Poland.
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- Department of Analytical Chemistry, Medical University of Bialystok, Kilinskiego 1, 15-069, Bialystok, Poland
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Liao L, Tao P, Xu Q, Chen W, Chen J, Liu W, Liu W, Hu J, Lu J. TRIM6 Promotes ROS-Mediated Inflammasome Activation and Pyroptosis in Renal Tubular Epithelial Cells via Ubiquitination and Degradation of GPX3 Protein. FRONT BIOSCI-LANDMRK 2024; 29:58. [PMID: 38420829 DOI: 10.31083/j.fbl2902058] [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] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/17/2023] [Revised: 09/08/2023] [Accepted: 01/09/2024] [Indexed: 03/02/2024]
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BACKGROUND Pyroptosis is a critical form of cell death during the development of chronic kidney disease (CKD). Tripartite motif 6 (TRIM6) is an E3-ubiquitin ligase that participates in the progression renal fibrosis (RF). The aim of this study was to investigate the roles of TRIM6 and Glutathione peroxidase 3 (GPX3) in oxidative stress-induced inflammasome activation and pyroptosis in Ang-II treated renal tubular epithelial cells. METHODS To study its role in RF, TRIM6 expression was either reduced or increased in human kidney-2 (HK2) cells using lentivirus, and Ang-II, NAC and BMS-986299 were served as reactive oxygen species (ROS) inducer, ROS scavenger and NLRP3 agonist respectively. Pyroptosis and mitochondrial ROS were measured by flow cytometry. The levels of malondialdehyde (MDA), glutathione (GSH), and superoxide dismutase (SOD) were determined using commercial kits, while the levels of IL-1β, IL-18, IL-6, and tumor necrosis factor-α (TNF-α) were determined by Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA). Co-immunoprecipitation (Co-IP) assay was used to evaluate the interaction between TRIM6 and GPX3. Reverse transcription-polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR) and western blot were used to measure mRNA and protein expression, respectively. RESULTS Treatment with Angiotensin II (Ang II) increased the protein and mRNA levels of TRIM6 in HK2 cells. Ang II also increased mitochondrial ROS production and the malondialdehyde (MDA) level, but decreased the levels of GSH and SOD. In addition, Ang II enhanced HK2 cell pyroptosis, increased the levels of IL-1β, IL-18, IL-6, and TNF-α, and promoted the expression of active IL-1β, NLRP3, caspase-1, and GSDMD-N proteins. These effects were reversed by knockdown of TRIM6 and by treatment with N-acetyl-L-cysteine (NAC), a ROS scavenger. BMS-986299, an NLRP3 agonist treatment, did not affect ROS production in HK2 cells exposed to Ang II combined with NAC, but cell pyroptosis and inflammation were aggravated. Moreover, the overexpression of TRIM6 in HK2 cells resulted in similar effects to Ang II. NAC and GPX3 overexpression in HK2 cells could reverse ROS production, inflammation, and pyroptosis induced by TRIM6 overexpression. TRIM6 overexpression decreased the GPX3 protein level by promoting its ubiquitination, without affecting the GPX3 mRNA level. Thus, TRIM6 facilitates GPX3 ubiquitination, contributing to increased ROS levels and pyroptosis in HK2 cells. CONCLUSIONS TRIM6 increases oxidative stress and promotes the pyroptosis of HK2 cells by regulating GPX3 ubiquitination. These findings could contribute to the development of novel drugs for the treatment of RF.
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- Lin Liao
- Department of Nephrology, Seventh People's Hospital Affiliated to Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, 200137 Shanghai, China
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- Department of Nephrology, Seventh People's Hospital Affiliated to Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, 200137 Shanghai, China
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- Department of Nephrology, Seventh People's Hospital Affiliated to Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, 200137 Shanghai, China
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- Department of Nephrology, Seventh People's Hospital Affiliated to Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, 200137 Shanghai, China
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- Department of Nephrology, Seventh People's Hospital Affiliated to Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, 200137 Shanghai, China
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- Department of Nephrology, Seventh People's Hospital Affiliated to Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, 200137 Shanghai, China
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- Department of Nephrology, Seventh People's Hospital Affiliated to Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, 200137 Shanghai, China
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- Department of Nephrology, Seventh People's Hospital Affiliated to Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, 200137 Shanghai, China
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- Department of Nephrology, Seventh People's Hospital Affiliated to Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, 200137 Shanghai, China
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Zaki NF, Orabi SH, Abdel-Bar HM, Elbaz HT, Korany RMS, Ismail AK, Daoush WM, Abduljabbar MH, Alosaimi ME, Alnemari RM, Mahboub HH, Ahmed MM. Zinc oxide resveratrol nanoparticles ameliorate testicular dysfunction due to levofloxacin-induced oxidative stress in rats. Sci Rep 2024; 14:2752. [PMID: 38307943 PMCID: PMC10837121 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-024-52830-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] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/06/2023] [Accepted: 01/24/2024] [Indexed: 02/04/2024] Open
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The present work is aimed to assess the protective influence of zinc oxide resveratrol nanoparticles against oxidative stress-associated testicular dysfunction. The number of 50 male albino rats were randomly separated into five groups (n = 10): Group I, control: rats gavage distilled water orally; Group II, Levofloxacin: rats that administered Levofloxacin (LFX) softened in distilled water at a dosage of 40 mg/kg-1 BW orally every other day; Group III, Zn-RSV: rats administered with Zn-RSV (zinc oxide resveratrol in distilled water at a dose 20 mg/kg-1 BW orally every other day; Group IV, (LFX + Zn-RSV): rats that were administered with Levofloxacin along with Zn-RSV nPs; Group V, Levofloxacin + Zn: rats were administered with Levofloxacin and Zno at a dose of 20 mg/kg-1 BW orally every other day as mentioned before. This study lasted for 2 months. Sera were collected to assess luteinizing hormone (LH), follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH), and testosterone values. Testicular tissues were utilized to evaluate levels of superoxide dismutase (SOD), nitric oxide (NO), malondialdehyde (MDA), and catalase (CAT). Semen samples were utilized to measure their quality (motility, concentration, and vitality). Histopathological and immune histochemical techniques investigated the morphological changes in the testis. Rats treated with Levofloxacin showed significantly lower levels of serum LH, testosterone, FSH, testicular enzymatic NO, catalase, SOD, BAX, and BCL-2 immune reactivity and sperm quality but significantly greater testicular malondialdehyde and caspase-3 immuno-reactivity Compared to both control and zinc oxide resveratrol treatment. Zinc oxide resveratrol nanoparticles ameliorated the harmful side effects of Levofloxacin. Improvements were more pronounced in the co-treatment (LFX + Zn-RSV) Zinc oxide resveratrol group than in the co-treatment (LFX + Zno) Zinc oxide group. Zinc oxide resveratrol nanoparticles could be a possible solution for levofloxacin oxidative stress-induced fertility problems.
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- Naglaa F Zaki
- Department of Biochemistry and Chemistry of Nutrition, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Sadat City, Sadat City, Egypt
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- Department of Biochemistry and Chemistry of Nutrition, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Sadat City, Sadat City, Egypt
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Sadat City, Sadat City, Egypt
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- Department of Theriogenology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Sadat City, Sadat City, Egypt
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- Department of Pathology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Cairo University, Giza, Egypt
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- Department of Forensic Medicine and Toxicology, College of Veterinary Medicine, Suez Canal University, PO Box 41522, Ismailia, Egypt
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- Department of Chemistry, College of Science, Imam Mohammad Ibn Saud Islamic University (IMSIU), P.O. Box 90950, 11623, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
- Department of Production Technology, Faculty of Technology and Education, Helwan University, Saray-El Qoupa, El Sawah Street, Cairo, 11281, Egypt
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- Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology, College of Pharmacy, Taif University, 21944, Taif, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Basic Sciences, College of Medicine, Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University, P.O. Box 84428, 11671, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
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- Department of Pharmaceutics and Pharmaceutical Technology, College of Pharmacy, Taif University, 21944, Taif, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Aquatic Animal Medicine, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Zagazig University, PO Box 44511, Zagazig, Sharkia, Egypt
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- Department of Biochemistry and Chemistry of Nutrition, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Sadat City, Sadat City, Egypt
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Ibrahim DS. Effect of vinpocetine against acrylamide-induced nephrotoxicity in rats. J Biochem Mol Toxicol 2024; 38:e23658. [PMID: 38348719 DOI: 10.1002/jbt.23658] [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: 10/11/2023] [Revised: 11/28/2023] [Accepted: 01/18/2024] [Indexed: 02/15/2024]
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Vinpocetine (VIN) is a synthetic drug derived from the natural alkaloid vincamine. The antioxidation and anti-inflammation effects of VIN allow it to be used for multiple therapeutic purposes. So, the research aims to discover the possibility of using VIN to improve the nephrotoxicity of acrylamide (ACR). Twenty-four male albino rats were used in the trial: rats in the control group received 0.5 mL of oral saline, rats in the VIN group received an oral dose of VIN (5 mg/kg), rats in the ACR group received an oral dose of ACR (38.27 mg/kg), and rats in the VIN + ACR group received VIN and then ACR 1 h later. Rat blood and kidneys were collected 10 days after the experiment began to assess biochemical parameters and to examine both renal histopathological and immunohistochemistry. The ACR-treated rats showed high levels of serum kidney function biomarkers (creatinine, urea, and uric acid), serum protein biomarkers (total protein, albumin, and globulin), renal kidney injury molecule (KIM)-1, renal malondialdehyde (MDA), and renal caspase-3 immunoexpression. Moreover, ACR lowed both renal superoxide dismutase (SOD) activity and renal glutathione (GSH) level and caused renal histological alterations. While administration of VIN improved serum kidney function biomarkers, serum protein biomarkers, renal KIM-1, renal oxidative stress biomarkers (MDA, SOD, and GSH), renal caspase-3 immunoexpression, and renal histological alterations induced by ACR. The study confirmed the ability of VIN to reduce the nephrotoxic effects of ACR, which was evident through the results of biochemical parameters and histological and immunohistochemical examinations of the kidney tissues.
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- Doaa S Ibrahim
- Department of Zoology, Faculty of Science, Benha University, Benha, Egypt
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Gholami M, Nemati A, Zarasvand AA, Zendehdel A, Jalili C, Rashidi I, Mansouri K, Taheri F, Assadollahi V, Gholami E. Selenium mitigates methotrexate-induced testicular injury: Insights from male NMRI mice model. Birth Defects Res 2024; 116:e2315. [PMID: 38348645 DOI: 10.1002/bdr2.2315] [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] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/06/2023] [Revised: 01/18/2024] [Accepted: 01/28/2024] [Indexed: 02/15/2024]
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BACKGROUND AND AIM Chemotherapy, particularly with methotrexate (MTX), often elicits testicular toxicity, leading to impaired spermatogenesis and hormone imbalances. This study aimed to investigate the potential protective effects of selenium (Se) against MTX-induced testicular injury. MATERIALS AND METHODS Male mice were divided into control, MTX, Se, and MTX + Se groups. Histopathological examination involved the preparation of testicular tissue sections using the Johnsen's tubular biopsy score (JTBS) for spermatogenesis evaluation. Biochemical tests included the assessment of testosterone, malondialdehyde (MDA), luteinizing hormone (LH), and follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) levels. Real-time quantitative polymerase chain reaction (RT-qPCR) was employed to analyze the expression of caspase 3 (casp3), tumor protein 53 (p53), B-cell lymphoma 2 (Bcl2), and Bcl2-associated X protein (Bax) genes. Statistical analysis was performed using ANOVA and Tukey's tests (p < .05). RESULTS Histopathological analysis revealed significant testicular damage in the MTX group, with decreased spermatogenesis and Leydig cell count, while Se administration mitigated these effects, preserving the structural integrity of the reproductive epithelium. Biochemical analysis demonstrated that MTX led to elevated malondialdehyde (MDA) levels and reduced testosterone, LH, and FSH levels, suggesting oxidative stress and Leydig cell dysfunction. Gene expression analysis indicated that MTX upregulated proapoptotic genes (casp3, p53, and bax) while downregulating the antiapoptotic Bcl2 gene. In contrast, Se treatment reversed these trends, highlighting its potential antiapoptotic properties. CONCLUSION Our findings underscore the potential of Se as a therapeutic agent to mitigate the reproductive toxicity associated with MTX-induced testicular injury. Se exerts protective effects by regulating oxidative stress, preserving hormone balance, and modulating apoptotic pathways. These results suggest that Se supplementation could be a promising strategy to alleviate chemotherapy-induced testicular damage and preserve male fertility.
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- Mohammadreza Gholami
- Fertility and Infertility Research Center, Health Technology Institute, Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences, Kermanshah, Iran
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- Student Research Committee, Department of Tissue Engineering and Applied Cell Sciences, School of Advanced Technologies, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Bioinformatics and Genomics, University of North Carolina at Charlotte, Charlotte, North Carolina, USA
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Ziaeian Hospital, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Medical Technology Research Center, Institute of Health Technology, Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences, Kermanshah, Iran
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- Department of Anatomical Sciences, School of Medicine, Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences, Kermanshah, Iran
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- Medical Technology Research Center, Institute of Health Technology, Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences, Kermanshah, Iran
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- Department of Physiology, School of medicine, Lorestan University of Medical Sciences, Khorramabad, Iran
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- Department of Tissue Engineering & Applied Cell Sciences, School of Advanced Technologies, Shahrekord University of Medical Sciences, Shahrekord, Iran
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- Fertility and Infertility Research Center, Health Technology Institute, Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences, Kermanshah, Iran
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Paculová V, Prasad A, Sedlářová M, Pospíšil P. Oxidative modification of collagen by malondialdehyde in porcine skin. Arch Biochem Biophys 2024; 752:109850. [PMID: 38065250 DOI: 10.1016/j.abb.2023.109850] [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: 08/21/2023] [Revised: 11/07/2023] [Accepted: 12/03/2023] [Indexed: 12/22/2023]
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Human skin is exposed to various physical and chemical stress factors, which commonly cause the oxidation of lipids and proteins. In this study, azo initiator AAPH [2,2' -azobis(2-methylpropionamidine) dihydrochloride] was employed to initiate lipid peroxidation in porcine skin as an ex vivo model for human skin. We demonstrate that malondialdehyde (MDA), a secondary product of lipid peroxidation, is covalently bound to collagen in the dermis, forming MDA-collagen adducts. The binding of MDA to collagen results in an unfolding of the collagen triple helix, formation of the dimer of α-chains of collagen, and fragmentation of the collagen α-chain. It is proposed here that the MDA is bound to the lysine residues of α-chain collagen, which are involved in electrostatic interaction and hydrogen bonding with the glutamate and aspartate of other α-chains of the triple helix. Our data provide crucial information about the MDA binding topology in the skin, which is necessary to understand better the various types of skin-related diseases and the aging process in the skin under stress.
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- Vendula Paculová
- Department of Biophysics, Faculty of Science, Palacký University, Šlechtitelů 27, 783 71, Olomouc, Czech Republic
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- Department of Biophysics, Faculty of Science, Palacký University, Šlechtitelů 27, 783 71, Olomouc, Czech Republic
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- Department of Botany, Faculty of Science, Palacký University, Šlechtitelů 27, 783 71, Olomouc, Czech Republic
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- Department of Biophysics, Faculty of Science, Palacký University, Šlechtitelů 27, 783 71, Olomouc, Czech Republic.
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Tavakoli Pirzaman A, Mansoori R, Hosseini SM, Abolhosseini A, Khosravi S, Moghadamnia AA, Kazemi S. The effect of melatonin on capecitabine-induced hepatic and renal toxicity in rats. Hum Exp Toxicol 2024; 43:9603271231223506. [PMID: 38179616 DOI: 10.1177/09603271231223506] [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] [Indexed: 01/06/2024]
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BACKGROUND Capecitabine (CAPE), an antimetabolite chemotherapy, can induce hepatic and renal toxicity. Melatonin (MEL), a neurohormone, possesses antioxidant, anti-apoptotic and anti-inflammatory effects. This study investigated the impact of MEL on capecitabine-induced hepatic and renal toxicity. METHODS AND MATERIALS Twenty-five male Wistar rats were categorized into five groups for the study. The groups included a control group, MEL10 group (rats receiving daily intraperitoneal injections of 5 mg/kg MEL), CAPE 500 group (rats receiving weekly intraperitoneal injections of 500 mg/kg CAPE), CAPE + MEL five group, and CAPE + MEL 10 group. All groups were treated for a duration of 6 weeks. Various hematological, serological, biochemical, and histopathological assessments were conducted to evaluate the objective of the study. RESULTS The administration of CAPE led to significant liver and kidney toxicity, as evidenced by elevated levels of malondialdehyde (MDA), myeloperoxidase (MPO), nitric oxide (NO), as well as serological markers including AST, ALT, ALP, BUN, and creatinine. CAPE exposure also resulted in a reduction in total antioxidant capacity (TAC) and glutathione peroxidase (GPx) levels. Histological examination revealed hyperemia in both liver and kidney tissues exposed to CAPE. However, treatment with MEL demonstrated positive effects. MEL administration alleviated oxidative stress, reduced levels of liver enzymes, BUN, and creatinine, and ameliorated histopathological degenerations. MEL also increased GPx and TAC levels. Moreover, MEL treatment aided in restoring the body weight that was lost due to CAPE exposure. CONCLUSION Our findings indicated that the administration of MEL in rats significantly enhanced the hepatic and renal toxicity induced by CAPE.
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- Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology, School of Medicine, Babol University of Medical Science, Babol, Iran
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- Student Research Committee, Babol University of Medical Science, Babol, Iran
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- Cancer Research Center, Health Research Institute, Babol University of Medical Science, Babol, Iran
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- Pharmaceutical Sciences Research Center, Health Research Institute, Babol University of Medical Science, Babol, Iran
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- Cellular and Molecular Biology Research Center, Health Research Institute, Babol University of Medical Science, Babol, Iran
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Cao Y, Yao W, Lu R, Zhao H, Wei W, Lei X, Zhang Z, Liu B. Reveal the correlation between hub hypoxia/immune-related genes and immunity and diagnosis, and the effect of SAP30 on cell apoptosis, ROS and MDA production in cerebral ischemic stroke. Aging (Albany NY) 2023; 15:15161-15182. [PMID: 38154101 PMCID: PMC10781503 DOI: 10.18632/aging.205339] [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: 08/22/2023] [Accepted: 11/08/2023] [Indexed: 12/30/2023]
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BACKGROUND Cerebral ischemic stroke (CIS) is a common cerebrovascular disease. The purpose of this study was to investigate the potential mechanism of hypoxia and immune-related genes in CIS. METHODS All data were downloaded from public databases. Hub mRNAs was identified by differential expression analysis, WGCNA analysis and machine learning. Hub mRNAs were used to construct the classification models. Pearson correlation analysis was used to analyze the correlation between hub mRNAs and immune cell infiltration. Finally, the SAP30 was selected for verification in HMC3 cells. RESULTS The SVM, RF and DT classification models constructed based on 6 hub mRNAs had higher area under the curve values, which implied that these classification models had high diagnostic accuracy. Pearson correlation analysis found that Macrophage has the highest negative correlation with CCR7, while Neutrophil has the highest positive correlation with SLC2A3. Drug prediction found that ruxolitinib, methotrexate, resveratrol and resatorvid may play a role in disease treatment by targeting different hub mRNAs. Notably, inhibition of SAP30 expression can reduce the apoptosis of HMC3 cells and inhibit the production of ROS and MDA. CONCLUSION The identification of hub miRNAs and the construction of classification diagnosis models provide a theoretical basis for the diagnosis and management of CIS.
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- Yue Cao
- College of Basic Medical Sciences, Shanxi University of Chinese Medicine, Jinzhong, Shanxi 030619, China
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- College of Basic Medical Sciences, Shanxi University of Chinese Medicine, Jinzhong, Shanxi 030619, China
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- College of Basic Medical Sciences, Shanxi University of Chinese Medicine, Jinzhong, Shanxi 030619, China
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- Department of Pharmacy, The Hospital of Shanxi University of Chinese Medicine, Taiyuan, Shanxi 140100, China
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- College of Basic Medical Sciences, Shanxi University of Chinese Medicine, Jinzhong, Shanxi 030619, China
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- College of Basic Medical Sciences, Shanxi University of Chinese Medicine, Jinzhong, Shanxi 030619, China
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- College of Basic Medical Sciences, Shanxi University of Chinese Medicine, Jinzhong, Shanxi 030619, China
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- School of Fushan, Shanxi University of Chinese Medicine, Jinzhong, Shanxi 030619, China
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He F, Hu S, Liu R, Li X, Guo S, Wang H, Tian G, Qi Y, Wang T. Decoding the biological toxicity of phenanthrene on intestinal cells of Eisenia fetida: Effects, toxicity pathways and corresponding mechanisms. Sci Total Environ 2023; 904:166903. [PMID: 37683861 DOI: 10.1016/j.scitotenv.2023.166903] [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] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/24/2023] [Revised: 08/13/2023] [Accepted: 09/05/2023] [Indexed: 09/10/2023]
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Phenanthrene is frequently detected and exists extensively in the soil environment, and its residues inevitably impose a significant threat to soil organisms. Exposure to and toxicity of phenanthrene on earthworms has been extensively studied before, however, the possible mechanisms and related pathways associated with phenanthrene-triggered toxicity at the intestinal cell level remain unclear. Herein, primary intestinal cells isolated from Eisenia fetida (Annelida, Oligochaeta) intestine were used as targeted receptors to probe the molecular mechanisms involved in ROS-mediated damaging effects and the potential pathways of phenanthrene-induced toxicity at cellular and sub-cellular levels. Results indicated that phenanthrene exposure induced oxidative stress by activating intracellular ROS (elevated O2-, H2O2, and OH- content) bursts in E. fetida intestinal cells, causing various oxidative damage effects, including lipid peroxidation (increased MDA content), protein oxidation (enhanced PCO levels), and DNA damage (enhanced 8-OHdG levels). The enzymatic and non-enzymatic strategies in earthworm cells were activated to mitigate these detrimental effects by regulating ROS-mediated pathways involving defense regulation. Also, phenanthrene stress destroyed the cell membrane of E. fetida intestinal cells, resulting in cellular calcium homeostasis disruption and cellular energetic alteration, ultimately causing cytotoxicity and cell apoptosis/death. More importantly, the mitochondrial dysfunction in E. fetida cells was induced by phenanthrene-caused mitochondrial membrane depolarization, which in turn caused un-controlled ROS burst and induced apoptosis through mitochondria-mediated caspase-3 activation and ROS-mediated mitochondrial-dependent pathway. Furthermore, exposure to phenanthrene activated an abnormal mRNA expression profile associated with defense regulation (e.g., Hsp70, MT, CRT, SOD, CAT, and GST genes) in E. fetida intestinal cells, resulting in various cellular dysfunctions and pathological conditions, eventually, apoptotic cell death. Taken together, this study offers valuable insights for probing the toxic effects and underlying mechanisms posed by phenanthrene at the intestinal cell level, and is of great significance to estimate the detrimental side effects of phenanthrene on soil ecological health.
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- Falin He
- School of Environmental Science and Engineering, Shandong University, China-America CRC for Environment & Health, 72# Jimo Binhai Road, Qingdao, Shandong 266237, PR China
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- School of Environmental Science and Engineering, Shandong University, China-America CRC for Environment & Health, 72# Jimo Binhai Road, Qingdao, Shandong 266237, PR China
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- School of Environmental Science and Engineering, Shandong University, China-America CRC for Environment & Health, 72# Jimo Binhai Road, Qingdao, Shandong 266237, PR China.
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- School of Environmental Science and Engineering, Shandong University, China-America CRC for Environment & Health, 72# Jimo Binhai Road, Qingdao, Shandong 266237, PR China
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- School of Environmental Science and Engineering, Shandong University, China-America CRC for Environment & Health, 72# Jimo Binhai Road, Qingdao, Shandong 266237, PR China
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- School of Environmental Science and Engineering, Shandong University, China-America CRC for Environment & Health, 72# Jimo Binhai Road, Qingdao, Shandong 266237, PR China
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- School of Environmental Science and Engineering, Shandong University, China-America CRC for Environment & Health, 72# Jimo Binhai Road, Qingdao, Shandong 266237, PR China
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- School of Environmental Science and Engineering, Shandong University, China-America CRC for Environment & Health, 72# Jimo Binhai Road, Qingdao, Shandong 266237, PR China
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- School of Environmental Science and Engineering, Shandong University, China-America CRC for Environment & Health, 72# Jimo Binhai Road, Qingdao, Shandong 266237, PR China
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Wang S, Ren GF, Guo K, Lin J, Zhao W, Qin YX. Butyl benzyl phthalate induced reproductive toxicity in the endoplasmic reticulum and oxidative stress in Brachionus plicatilis Müller, 1786. Ecotoxicol Environ Saf 2023; 268:115680. [PMID: 37984290 DOI: 10.1016/j.ecoenv.2023.115680] [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] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/09/2023] [Revised: 10/27/2023] [Accepted: 11/10/2023] [Indexed: 11/22/2023]
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To study the adverse effects of butyl benzyl phthalate (BBP) on Brachionus plicatilis, rotifers were exposed to different BBP concentrations (0 [control], 0.001, 0.01, 0.1, and 1 mg/L). We measured the activities of the antioxidant enzymes superoxide dismutase, catalase, and reduced glutathione, which play a key role in detoxification, and the malondialdehyde content, which represents the level of lipid peroxidation. In addition, we investigated the effect of BBP on the submicroscopic structure and transcriptome of rotifer ovary cells. Our results showed that B. plicatilis exhibited a rapid oxidative stress response accompanied by a significant increase in superoxide dismutase enzyme activity. High BBP concentrations resulted in a significant decrease in malondialdehyde content, which indicated that BBP interferes with the lipid metabolism of rotifer cells. Our observations showed that the endoplasmic reticulum structure of rotifer ovary cells was severely damaged by BBP exposure. Transcriptomic data further demonstrated that oxidative stress and cellular sub-microstructural damage were associated with altered expression of functional genes related to rotifer redox regulation, biosynthetic processes, and cellular damage components. In conclusion, our study demonstrates that BBP triggers changes in antioxidant-related indicators in rotifers; this leads to activation of related genes and subsequent changes in intracellular signaling, which in turn triggers endoplasmic reticulum stress and ultimately leads to disruption of cell function and structure. These findings highlight the potential risks associated with BBP exposure and provide fundamental insights into its toxicological effects on marine invertebrates.
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- Shan Wang
- School of Marine Science and Environment, Dalian Ocean University, Dalian 116023, PR China.
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- School of Marine Science and Environment, Dalian Ocean University, Dalian 116023, PR China
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- Animal Nutrition and Health Department, DSM, Shanghai 201203, PR China
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- School of Marine Science and Environment, Dalian Ocean University, Dalian 116023, PR China
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- School of Marine Science and Environment, Dalian Ocean University, Dalian 116023, PR China
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- School of Marine Science and Environment, Dalian Ocean University, Dalian 116023, PR China.
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Asl AJ, Sharifi M, Dashti A, Dashti GR. Relationship between long non-coding RNA MALAT1 and HOTAIR expression with sperm parameters, DNA and malondialdehyde levels in male infertility. Tissue Cell 2023; 85:102248. [PMID: 37879289 DOI: 10.1016/j.tice.2023.102248] [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: 12/24/2021] [Revised: 10/11/2023] [Accepted: 10/13/2023] [Indexed: 10/27/2023]
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BACKGROUND Sperm quality is a complex index used to evaluate the fertility potential of men. The long non-coding RNA (lncRNA) MALAT1 participate in sperm development and HOTAIR have critical roles in the regulation of oxidative stress responses. This study aimed to evaluate the relationship of lncRNA MALAT1 and HOTAIR expression with sperm parameters, DNA fragmentation and malondialdehyde (MDA)levels in sperm fertility. METHODS In this experimental study, semen samples (n = 30 fertile, n = 30 infertile) men were collected and evaluated for sperm parameters by computer-aided sperm analysis(CASA). Sperm DNA integrity quality was assessed by the Acridine orange(AO) test. MDA levels were determined by the Thiobarbituric acid reaction method. The expression of MALAT1 and HOTAIR was detected by RT-PCR. RESULTS We observed a decreased level of MALAT1and HOTAIR expression in the infertile men (p < 0.001). The relative expression level of MALAT1and HOTAIR showed a positive correlation with motility and morphology (p < 0.001). Subsequently, we found the DNA damage and MDA levels was negatively correlated with expression level of genes of sperm (p < 0.001). CONCLUSION In this study the low expression of MALATI and HOTAIR resulted in the high level of MDA, DNA damage, and reduced motility of sperm. This study suggests the therapeutic opportunities in respect to MALATI and HOTAIR expression in the sperm function.
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- Afsaneh-Jaberi Asl
- Department of Anatomical Sciences, School of Medicine, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran.
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- Department of Genetics and Molecular Biology, School of Medicine, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran.
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- School of Veterinary Medicine, Islamic Azad University, Shahrekord, Charhar Mahal Bakhtiyari, Iran.
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- Department of Anatomical Sciences, School of Medicine, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran; Saint Maryam Fertility and Infertility center, Shahid Beheshti hospital, Isfahan, Iran.
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Chen S, Liao Z, Zheng T, Zhu Y, Ye L. Protective effect of ligustrazine on oxidative stress and apoptosis following testicular torsion in rats. Sci Rep 2023; 13:20395. [PMID: 37990048 PMCID: PMC10663624 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-023-47210-9] [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] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/29/2023] [Accepted: 11/10/2023] [Indexed: 11/23/2023] Open
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Testicular torsion is a common urologic emergency and one of the causes of infertility in males. It has been reported that ligustrazine may decrease oxidative stress and reduce ischemia-reperfusion injury. This study aims to investigate the protective effect of ligustrazine in ischemia-reperfusion injury after testicular torsion-detorsion. First, 40 rats were randomly and equally divided into TMP (Ligustrazine) group, the Testicular torsion (T/D) group, the Sham (Sham operation) group, and Control group. The left testis of rats in the TMP and T/D group was rotated for 2 h. The TMP group was intraperitoneally injected with ligustrazine solution and the T/D and the Sham groups were injected with normal saline. The left testes of four groups were obtained for assay on the 4th day after the operation. Average level of superoxide dismutase (SOD), glutathione peroxidase (GPX), and catalase (CAT) were higher in Sham and Control groups than T/D group and TMP group. Conversely, average level of malondialdehyde (MDA) and reactive oxygen species (ROS) was lower in Sham and Control groups than T/D group and TMP group. In contrast with the T/D group, SOD, GPX, and CAT enzymatic activities increased, whereas MDA and ROS content decreased in the TMP group (P < 0.05). Microscopic observation showed that the testicular tissue of the Sham and Control groups were basically normal. The TMP and T/D groups had significant testicular tissue damage, whereas the TMP group had less damage and apoptosis than the T/D group. The apoptotic index of germ cells in the TMP group (13.05 ± 4.41) was lower than the T/D group (30.23 ± 11.31) (P < 0.05) and higher (P < 0.05) than the Sham group (0.56 ± 0.29). So we found that Ligustrazine lowered ischemia-reperfusion injury after testicular torsion-detorsion by decreasing the reactive oxygen species and suppressing apoptosis.
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- Songmao Chen
- Provincial Clinical Medical College of Fujian Medical University, Fuzhou, 350001, Fujian, China
- Department of Urology, Fujian Provincial Hospital, Fuzhou, 350001, Fujian, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Fujian Provincial Hospital, Fuzhou, 350001, Fujian, China
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- Fujian Medical University, Fuzhou, 350122, Fujian, China
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- Fujian Medical University, Fuzhou, 350122, Fujian, China
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- Department of Urology, Fujian Provincial Hospital, Fuzhou, 350001, Fujian, China.
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Fatima S, Afzal A, Rashid H, Iqbal S, Zafar R, Khalid K, Rauf A, Majeed M, Malik A, Carter CG. Dietary replacement of soybean meal with black soldier fly larvae meal in juvenile Labeo rohita and Catla catla: Effects on growth, nutritional quality, oxidative stress biomarkers and disease resistance. PLoS One 2023; 18:e0294452. [PMID: 37983252 PMCID: PMC10659173 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0294452] [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] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/30/2023] [Accepted: 11/01/2023] [Indexed: 11/22/2023] Open
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This experiment aimed to investigate the effects of partial substitution of crude protein from soybean meal (SBM) with black soldier fly (Hermetia illucens) larvae meal (BSFLM) in juvenile rohu (Labeo rohita) and catla (Catla catla). Four isonitrogenous diets (23% crude protein) were formulated to replace 0% (T0), 40% (T40), 80% (T80) and 100% (T100) crude protein from SBM with BSFLM. Triplicate groups of each species (10 fish per replicate) were fed in an eight week growth experiment. After final sampling (n = 20 fish per dietary group), the remaining fish were exposed to bacterial (Staphylococcus aureus) challenge (0.80 CFU/ml) for 15 days. Rohu fed with BSFLM substituted diets showed significantly higher growth and feed conversion ratio as compared to those in T0. Catla fed with BSFLM substituted diets showed slightly higher growth indices. The growth response of rohu to BSFLM substitution was better than that noted in catla in all groups. The chemical composition, amino acids and fatty acids profile, haematological and biochemical parameters, levels of liver function enzymes measured in T0, T40, T80 and T100 were similar between four dietary groups in both species. However, the maximum value of cholesterol and triglycerides were noted in T100 both in catla and rohu. The values of lauric acid, α-linolenic acid, decosahexanoic acid, n3:n6 fatty acids ratio progressively increased with dietary increase of BSFLM in both species. At end of the growth experiment, the levels of catalase, superoxide dismutase and lysozyme increased linearly with the inclusion of BSFLM in both species while malondialdehyde showed similar values between different groups. However, catalase, and superoxide dismutase increased (T0
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- Shafaq Fatima
- Department of Biological Sciences, Purdue University Fort Wayne, IN, United States of America
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- Department of Zoology, Lahore College for Women University, Jail Road, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan
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- Department of Zoology, Lahore College for Women University, Jail Road, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan
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- Department of Zoology, Lahore College for Women University, Jail Road, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan
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- Department of Zoology, Lahore College for Women University, Jail Road, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan
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- Department of Zoology, Lahore College for Women University, Jail Road, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan
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- Department of Zoology, Lahore College for Women University, Jail Road, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan
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- Department of Zoology, Lahore College for Women University, Jail Road, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan
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- Department of Zoology, Lahore College for Women University, Jail Road, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan
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- Institute for Marine and Antarctic Studies (IMAS), University of Tasmania, Hobart, TAS, Australia
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Ma X, Ren X, Zhang X, Griffin N, Liu H, Wang L. Rutin ameliorates perfluorooctanoic acid-induced testicular injury in mice by reducing oxidative stress and improving lipid metabolism. Drug Chem Toxicol 2023; 46:1223-1234. [PMID: 36373176 DOI: 10.1080/01480545.2022.2145483] [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: 07/12/2022] [Revised: 10/27/2022] [Accepted: 11/01/2022] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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This study investigated the protective effect of rutin on reproductive and blood-testis barrier (BTB) damage induced by perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) exposure. In this study, male ICR mice were randomly divided into three groups, Ctrl group (ddH2O, 5 mL/kg), PFOA group (PFOA, 20 mg/kg/d, 5 mL/kg), PFOA + rutin group (PFOA, 20 mg/kg/d, 5 mL/kg; rutin, 20 mg/kg/d, 5 mL/kg). Mice were exposed to PFOA for 28 days by gavage once daily in the presence or absence of rutin. Histopathological observations demonstrated that rutin treatment during PFOA exposure can reduce structural damage to testis and epididymis such as atrophy of spermatogenic epithelium and stenosis of epididymal lumen, while increase in the number and layers of spermatogenic cells. Biochemical detection demonstrated that rutin can reduce 8-hydroxy-2'-desoxyguanosine (8-OHdG) concentration in the serum and testis tissues. Rutin can also ameliorate glutathione peroxidase (GSH-Px) and superoxide dismutase (SOD) content, and reduce malondialdehyde (MDA) and total cholesterol (TC) content in testis tissues. Biotin tracking immunofluorescence and transmission electron microscopy demonstrated that rutin can ameliorate BTB structural damage during PFOA exposure. Rutin ameliorated the stress expression of tight junction proteins occludin and claudin-11. In conclusion, our findings suggested that rutin has a degree of protection in reproductive and BTB damage, which could put forward a new perspective on the application of rutin to prevent reproductive damage.
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- Xinzhuang Ma
- School of Public Health, Bengbu Medical College, Bengbu, PR China
- Anhui Province Key Laboratory of Immunology in Chronic Diseases, Bengbu Medical College, Bengbu, PR China
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- School of Public Health, Bengbu Medical College, Bengbu, PR China
- Anhui Province Key Laboratory of Immunology in Chronic Diseases, Bengbu Medical College, Bengbu, PR China
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- Anhui Province Key Laboratory of Immunology in Chronic Diseases, Bengbu Medical College, Bengbu, PR China
- Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, School of Laboratory Medicine, Bengbu Medical College, Bengbu, PR China
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- Department of Cell and Tissue Biology, University of California, San Francisco, CA, USA
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- Anhui Province Key Laboratory of Immunology in Chronic Diseases, Bengbu Medical College, Bengbu, PR China
- Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, School of Laboratory Medicine, Bengbu Medical College, Bengbu, PR China
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- School of Public Health, Bengbu Medical College, Bengbu, PR China
- Anhui Province Key Laboratory of Immunology in Chronic Diseases, Bengbu Medical College, Bengbu, PR China
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Sahlström P, Joshua V, Valkovskaia V, Biese C, Stålesen R, Israelsson L, Végvári Á, Scheel-Toellner D, Klareskog L, Hansson M, Hensvold A, Malmström V, Grönwall C. Autoreactive B cells against malondialdehyde-induced protein cross-links are present in the joint, lung, and bone marrow of rheumatoid arthritis patients. J Biol Chem 2023; 299:105320. [PMID: 37802315 PMCID: PMC10641667 DOI: 10.1016/j.jbc.2023.105320] [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] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/24/2023] [Accepted: 09/28/2023] [Indexed: 10/08/2023] Open
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Autoantibodies to malondialdehyde (MDA) proteins constitute a subset of anti-modified protein autoantibodies in rheumatoid arthritis (RA), which is distinct from citrulline reactivity. Serum anti-MDA IgG levels are commonly elevated in RA and correlate with disease activity, CRP, IL6, and TNF-α. MDA is an oxidation-associated reactive aldehyde that together with acetaldehyde mediates formation of various immunogenic amino acid adducts including linear MDA-lysine, fluorescent malondialdehyde acetaldehyde (MAA)-lysine, and intramolecular cross-linking. We used single-cell cloning, generation of recombinant antibodies (n = 356 from 25 donors), and antigen-screening to investigate the presence of class-switched MDA/MAA+ B cells in RA synovium, bone marrow, and bronchoalveolar lavage. Anti-MDA/MAA+ B cells were found in bone marrow plasma cells of late disease and in the lung of both early disease and risk-individuals and in different B cell subsets (memory, double negative B cells). These were compared with previously identified anti-MDA/MAA from synovial memory and plasma cells. Seven out of eight clones carried somatic hypermutations and all bound MDA/MAA-lysine independently of protein backbone. However, clones with somatic hypermutations targeted MAA cross-linked structures rather than MDA- or MAA-hapten, while the germline-encoded synovial clone instead bound linear MDA-lysine in proteins and peptides. Binding patterns were maintained in germline converted clones. Affinity purification of polyclonal anti-MDA/MAA from patient serum revealed higher proportion of anti-MAA versus anti-MDA compared to healthy controls. In conclusion, IgG anti-MDA/MAA show distinct targeting of different molecular structures. Anti-MAA IgG has been shown to promote bone loss and osteoclastogenesis in vivo and may contribute to RA pathogenesis.
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- Peter Sahlström
- Division of Rheumatology, Department of Medicine, Center for Molecular Medicine, Karolinska Institutet, Karolinska University Hospital, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Division of Rheumatology, Department of Medicine, Center for Molecular Medicine, Karolinska Institutet, Karolinska University Hospital, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Division of Rheumatology, Department of Medicine, Center for Molecular Medicine, Karolinska Institutet, Karolinska University Hospital, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Division of Rheumatology, Department of Medicine, Center for Molecular Medicine, Karolinska Institutet, Karolinska University Hospital, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Division of Rheumatology, Department of Medicine, Center for Molecular Medicine, Karolinska Institutet, Karolinska University Hospital, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Division of Rheumatology, Department of Medicine, Center for Molecular Medicine, Karolinska Institutet, Karolinska University Hospital, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Division of Chemistry I, Department of Medical Biochemistry and Biophysics, Karolinska Institutet, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Rheumatology Research Group, Institute of Inflammation and Ageing, College of Medical and Dental Sciences, University of Birmingham, Birmingham, UK
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- Division of Rheumatology, Department of Medicine, Center for Molecular Medicine, Karolinska Institutet, Karolinska University Hospital, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Division of Rheumatology, Department of Medicine, Center for Molecular Medicine, Karolinska Institutet, Karolinska University Hospital, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Division of Rheumatology, Department of Medicine, Center for Molecular Medicine, Karolinska Institutet, Karolinska University Hospital, Stockholm, Sweden; Center for Rheumatology, Academic Specialist Center, Stockholm Health Region, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Division of Rheumatology, Department of Medicine, Center for Molecular Medicine, Karolinska Institutet, Karolinska University Hospital, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Division of Rheumatology, Department of Medicine, Center for Molecular Medicine, Karolinska Institutet, Karolinska University Hospital, Stockholm, Sweden.
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Du Y, Shang G, Zhai J, Wang X. Effects of soybean oil exposure on the survival, reproduction, biochemical responses, and gut microbiome of the earthworm Eisenia fetida. J Environ Sci (China) 2023; 133:23-36. [PMID: 37451786 DOI: 10.1016/j.jes.2022.07.022] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [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: 04/11/2022] [Revised: 07/12/2022] [Accepted: 07/12/2022] [Indexed: 07/18/2023]
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With increasing production of kitchen waste, cooking oil gradually enters the soil, where it can negatively affect soil fauna. In this study, we explored the effects of soybean oil on the survival, growth, reproduction, tissue structure, biochemical responses, mRNA expression, and gut microbiome of earthworms (Eisenia fetida). The median lethal concentration of soybean oil was found to be 15.59%. Earthworm growth and reproduction were significantly inhibited following exposure to a sublethal concentration of soybean oil (1/3 LC50, 5.2%). The activity of the antioxidant enzymes total superoxide dismutase (T-SOD), peroxidase (POD), and catalase (CAT) were affected under soybean oil exposure. The glutathione (GSH) content decreased significantly, whereas that of the lipid peroxide malondialdehyde (MDA) increased significantly after soybean oil exposure. mRNA expression levels of the SOD, metallothionein (MT), lysenin and lysozyme were significantly upregulated. The abundance of Bacteroides species, which are related to mineral oil repair, and Muribaculaceae species, which are related to immune regulation, increased within the earthworm intestine. These results indicate that soybean oil waste is toxic to earthworms. Thus, earthworms deployed defense mechanisms involving antioxidant system and gut microbiota for protection against soybean oil exposure-induced stress.
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- Yating Du
- College of Resources and Environmental Sciences, China Agricultural University, Beijing 100193, China; Beijing Key Laboratory of Biodiversity and Organic Farming, Beijing 100193, China; Organic Recycling Research Institute (Suzhou), China Agricultural University, Suzhou 215100, China
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- College of Resources and Environmental Sciences, China Agricultural University, Beijing 100193, China; Beijing Key Laboratory of Biodiversity and Organic Farming, Beijing 100193, China
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- College of Resources and Environmental Sciences, China Agricultural University, Beijing 100193, China; Beijing Key Laboratory of Biodiversity and Organic Farming, Beijing 100193, China
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- College of Resources and Environmental Sciences, China Agricultural University, Beijing 100193, China; Beijing Key Laboratory of Biodiversity and Organic Farming, Beijing 100193, China.
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Azizoğlu M, Arslan S, Gökalp Özkorkmaz E, Aşır F, Basuguy E, Okur MH, Aydoğdu B, Alagöz Karabel M, Kaplan I. Protective effects of Silymarin on testicular torsion/detorsion in rats. Eur Rev Med Pharmacol Sci 2023; 27:10446-10453. [PMID: 37975368 DOI: 10.26355/eurrev_202311_34319] [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] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/19/2023]
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OBJECTIVE The present research aimed to study the possible protective effects of Silymarin on testicular I/R injury in a rat model evaluated through histopathology and biochemical parameters. MATERIALS AND METHODS This research investigated the impact of Silymarin on IR damage in male Wistar albino rats. Animals were divided into three groups: group 1 (sham), group 2 (IR), and group 3 (IR+Silymarin). RESULTS There were no notable differences in the levels of malondialdehyde (MDA), myeloperoxidase (MPO), and glutathione (GSH) across the three groups (p=0.260, p=0.486 and p=0.803, respectively). Contrarily, the total antioxidant status (TAS) levels exhibited significant variations between groups (p=0.001). The total oxidant status (TOS) levels also differed significantly between groups (p=0.004). The tissue evaluations uncovered substantial differences in the Johnson score, which is used to gauge testicular damage. A distinct contrast was seen between Group 1 and Group 2, and also between Group 2 and Group 3, with an all-encompassing p-value lower than 0.01. The same significant disparities were found for the percentages of Bax and Annexin V immunostaining (p<0.01 for each), reflecting the inflammation and apoptosis brought about by ischemia-reperfusion and the protective effects of the treatment. CONCLUSIONS The outcomes of the current investigation showed that Silymarin could be a valuable agent for reducing testicular tissue damage following I/R injury.
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- M Azizoğlu
- Department of Pediatric Surgery, Dicle University Medical School, Diyarbakır, Turkey.
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Mostafa RE, Shaffie NM, Allam RM. Protective effects of royal jelly and Echinacea against moxifloxacin-induced renal and hepatic injury in rats. Drug Chem Toxicol 2023; 46:1193-1202. [PMID: 36322409 DOI: 10.1080/01480545.2022.2141773] [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: 09/02/2021] [Revised: 05/07/2022] [Accepted: 05/09/2022] [Indexed: 06/16/2023]
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Antibiotic use, especially fluoroquinolones, has been linked to extensive renal and hepatic injury thus inflicts a considerable health problem. Fifty rats were allocated into five groups (n = 10). Group 1 represented the normal-control group. Group 2 received moxifloxacin only (MOX; 8 mg/kg/day, i.p.) for seven days and represented the MOX-control group. Groups 3, 4, and 5 received MOX for seven days accompanied by royal jelly (RJ; 100 mg/kg/day, p.o.), Echinacea (ECH; 40 mg/kg/day, p.o.), and a combination of both at the aforementioned doses respectively for 30 days. All groups were investigated for renal and hepatic function tests. Renal tissue content of kidney injury molecule-1 (KIM-1) along with renal and hepatic tissue contents of reduced glutathione (GSH) and malondialdehyde (MDA) were assessed for all groups. Histopathological examination was performed followed by immunohistochemical staining for caspase-3 in renal and hepatic tissues. MOX administration resulted in significant renal and hepatic damage. RJ and ECH significantly improved the serum parameters of renal and hepatic functions along with increasing GSH and decreasing MDA in renal and hepatic tissues. Renal contents of KIM-1 were also reduced. Moreover, RJ, ECH, and their combination amended MOX-induced histopathological changes and significantly reduced caspase-3 immunohistochemical staining in both renal and hepatic tissues. The current study is the first to elucidate the effect of RJ, ECH, and their combination against MOX-induced renal and hepatic injury in rats. The study suggests that these protective effects are mainly via the reduction of oxidative stress induced by MOX administration.
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- Rasha E Mostafa
- Department of Pharmacology, Medical Research and Clinical Studies Institute, National Research Centre (ID: 60014618), Cairo, Egypt
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- Department of Pathology, Medical Research and Clinical Studies Institute, National Research Centre (ID: 60014618), Cairo, Egypt
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- Department of Pharmacology, Medical Research and Clinical Studies Institute, National Research Centre (ID: 60014618), Cairo, Egypt
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Al-Amer HA, Al-Sowayan NS, Alfheeaid HA, Althwab SA, Alrobaish SA, Hamad EM, Musa KH, Mousa HM. Oral administration of naringenin and a mixture of coconut water and Arabic gum attenuate oxidative stress and lipid peroxidation in gentamicin-induced nephrotoxicity in rats. Eur Rev Med Pharmacol Sci 2023; 27:10427-10437. [PMID: 37975366 DOI: 10.26355/eurrev_202311_34317] [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] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/19/2023]
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OBJECTIVE This study aimed to investigate the effect of oral administration of naringenin in combination with an aqueous mixture of coconut water (CW) and Arabic gum (AG) on renal function, lipid profile, antioxidant activity, and morphology in gentamicin-induced kidney injury in rats. MATERIALS AND METHODS Forty adult male Wistar rats were equally divided into four groups. 1-Negative control group, 2-positive control group (Gentamicin), 3-Naringenin+AG+CW, 4-Gentamicin+Naringenin+AG+CW: groups 2 and 4 were treated with gentamicin. After six weeks, the rats were anesthetized with diethyl ether, and blood was collected by cardiac puncture and dissected to collect the kidneys. Biochemical studies were performed to determine the levels of urea, creatinine, lipids, total antioxidant capacity, and lipid peroxide, antioxidant enzyme activity in the kidney, total phenolic content (TPC), radical-scavenging activity, calcium, magnesium, and potassium in AG, CW, and their mixture. Also, kidney histopathology was performed. RESULTS Renal injury manifests as elevated serum urea and creatinine levels. A significant increase in total cholesterol, triglycerides (TG), low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C), and malondialdehyde (MDA) was also noted. The activities of antioxidant capacity (TAC) and reduced glutathione (GSH) significantly decreased in the serum. There was a reduction in the activities of superoxide dismutase (SOD), glutathione peroxidase (GSH-Px), and catalase (CAT) activities in kidney homogenates. Gentamicin administration induces morphological changes in the kidneys. Oral administration of naringenin+AG+CW significantly overturned all of the above-mentioned abnormalities. CONCLUSIONS These results show that the naringenin+AG+CW combination exhibited an additive effect against renal dysfunction and structural damage through antioxidant and anti-inflammatory mechanisms, as well as replenishing and balancing intracellular and extracellular electrolytes. Therefore, oral administration of these three ingredients could potentially provide better protection and serve as a unique therapeutic tool against nephrotoxicity caused by gentamicin.
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- H A Al-Amer
- Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition, College of Agriculture and Veterinary Medicine, Qassim University, Buraidah, Saudi Arabia.
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Toprak V, Akalın SA, Öcal E, Çavuş Y, Deveci E. Effects of daidzein on rat ovary against ischemia-reperfusion. Acta Cir Bras 2023; 38:e384423. [PMID: 37909594 PMCID: PMC10617754 DOI: 10.1590/acb384423] [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: 04/13/2023] [Accepted: 05/16/2023] [Indexed: 11/03/2023] Open
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PURPOSE Our aim was to investigate protective effects of daidzein treatment on ischemia-reperfusion (I/R) injury-induced ovarian tissue by immunohistochemical techniques. METHODS Thirty Sprague Dawley female rats were categorized into three groups as sham, I/R group, and I/R+daidzein groups. Bloods were analyzed for malondialdehyde (MDA), glutathione peroxidase (GSH), and myeloperoxidase (MPO), and ovaries were processed for histological tissue protocol. RESULTS Both MDA and MPO values were increased in I/R group compared to sham and I/R+daidzein groups. GSH content was increased in I/R+daidzein group compared to I/R groups. In I/R group, theca and follicular cells were degenerated with apoptosis and dilatation and congestion, edema. In I/R+daidzein group, daidzein improved pathologies. In the I/R group, Bax expression was positive with follicular cells, granulosa cells and inflammatory cells. In the I/R+daidzein group, positive Bax reaction was observed in the epithelial, antral, and inflammatory cells. In I/R group, Bcl-2 reaction was in germinative epithelial cells, cells of antral follicle. In the I/R+daidzein group, Bcl-2 expression level was reduced after daidzein treatment. CONCLUSIONS After the I/R procedure, ovarian cells and follicles were degenerated with apoptosis and inflammation. After daidzein treatment, Bax and Bcl-2 signal were decreased. It was observed that daidzein stopped the apoptotic process.
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- Veysel Toprak
- Eyyübiye Education and Research Hospital – Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics – Şanlıurfa – Turkey
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- Division of Gynecology and Obstetrics – Private Medical Practice – Bursa – Turkey
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- Division of Perinatology – Private Medical Practice – Diyarbakir – Turkey
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- Diyarbakır Bower Hospital – Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics – Diyarbakır – Turkey
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- Dicle University – Faculty of Medicine – Department of Histology and Embryology – Diyarbakır – Turkey
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Su D, Zhang R, Wang X, Ding Q, Che F, Liu Z, Xu J, Zhao Y, Ji K, Wu W, Yan C, Li P, Tang B. Shedding Light on Lysosomal Malondialdehyde Affecting Vitamin B 12 Transport during Cerebral Ischemia/Reperfusion Injury. J Am Chem Soc 2023; 145:22609-22619. [PMID: 37803879 DOI: 10.1021/jacs.3c07809] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/08/2023]
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Cerebral ischemia-reperfusion injury (CIRI) is often accompanied by upregulation of homocysteine (Hcy). Excessive Hcy damages cerebral vascular endothelial cells and neurons, inducing neurotoxicity and even neurodegeneration. Normally, supplementation of vitamin B12 is an ideal intervention to reduce Hcy. However, vitamin B12 therapy is clinically inefficacious for CIRI. Considering oxidative stress is closely related to CIRI, the lysosome is the pivotal site for vitamin B12 transport. Lysosomal oxidative stress might hinder the transport of vitamin B12. Whether lysosomal malondialdehyde (lysosomal MDA), as the authoritative biomarker of lysosomal oxidative stress, interferes with the transport of vitamin B12 has not been elucidated. This is ascribed to the absence of effective methods for real-time and in situ measurement of lysosomal MDA within living brains. Herein, a fluorescence imaging agent, Lyso-MCBH, was constructed to specifically monitor lysosomal MDA by entering the brain and targeting the lysosome. Erupting the lysosomal MDA level in living brains of mice under CIRI was first observed using Lyso-MCBH. Excessive lysosomal MDA was found to affect the efficacy of vitamin B12 by blocking the transport of vitamin B12 from the lysosome to the cytoplasm. More importantly, the expression and function of the vitamin B12 transporter LMBD1 were proved to be associated with excessive lysosomal MDA. Altogether, the revealing of the lysosomal MDA-LMBD1 axis provides a cogent interpretation of the inefficacy of vitamin B12 in CIRI, which could be a prospective therapeutic target.
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- Di Su
- College of Chemistry, Chemical Engineering and Materials Science, Collaborative Innovation Center of Functionalized Probes for Chemical Imaging in Universities of Shandong, Key Laboratory of Molecular and Nano Probes, Ministry of Education, Institutes of Biomedical Sciences, Shandong Normal University, Jinan 250014, Shandong, People's Republic of China
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- College of Chemistry, Chemical Engineering and Materials Science, Collaborative Innovation Center of Functionalized Probes for Chemical Imaging in Universities of Shandong, Key Laboratory of Molecular and Nano Probes, Ministry of Education, Institutes of Biomedical Sciences, Shandong Normal University, Jinan 250014, Shandong, People's Republic of China
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- College of Chemistry, Chemical Engineering and Materials Science, Collaborative Innovation Center of Functionalized Probes for Chemical Imaging in Universities of Shandong, Key Laboratory of Molecular and Nano Probes, Ministry of Education, Institutes of Biomedical Sciences, Shandong Normal University, Jinan 250014, Shandong, People's Republic of China
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- College of Chemistry, Chemical Engineering and Materials Science, Collaborative Innovation Center of Functionalized Probes for Chemical Imaging in Universities of Shandong, Key Laboratory of Molecular and Nano Probes, Ministry of Education, Institutes of Biomedical Sciences, Shandong Normal University, Jinan 250014, Shandong, People's Republic of China
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- College of Chemistry, Chemical Engineering and Materials Science, Collaborative Innovation Center of Functionalized Probes for Chemical Imaging in Universities of Shandong, Key Laboratory of Molecular and Nano Probes, Ministry of Education, Institutes of Biomedical Sciences, Shandong Normal University, Jinan 250014, Shandong, People's Republic of China
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- College of Chemistry, Chemical Engineering and Materials Science, Collaborative Innovation Center of Functionalized Probes for Chemical Imaging in Universities of Shandong, Key Laboratory of Molecular and Nano Probes, Ministry of Education, Institutes of Biomedical Sciences, Shandong Normal University, Jinan 250014, Shandong, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Neurology, Qi-Lu Hospital of Shandong University, Jinan 250012, Shandong, People's Republic of China
- Research Institute of Neuromuscular and Neurodegenerative Diseases and Department of Neurology, Qi-Lu Hospital of Shandong University, Jinan 250012, Shandong, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Neurology, Qi-Lu Hospital of Shandong University, Jinan 250012, Shandong, People's Republic of China
- Research Institute of Neuromuscular and Neurodegenerative Diseases and Department of Neurology, Qi-Lu Hospital of Shandong University, Jinan 250012, Shandong, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Neurology, Qi-Lu Hospital of Shandong University, Jinan 250012, Shandong, People's Republic of China
- Research Institute of Neuromuscular and Neurodegenerative Diseases and Department of Neurology, Qi-Lu Hospital of Shandong University, Jinan 250012, Shandong, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Neurology, Qi-Lu Hospital of Shandong University, Jinan 250012, Shandong, People's Republic of China
- Brain Science Research Institute, Shandong University, Jinan 250012, Shandong, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Neurology, Qi-Lu Hospital of Shandong University, Jinan 250012, Shandong, People's Republic of China
- Research Institute of Neuromuscular and Neurodegenerative Diseases and Department of Neurology, Qi-Lu Hospital of Shandong University, Jinan 250012, Shandong, People's Republic of China
- Brain Science Research Institute, Shandong University, Jinan 250012, Shandong, People's Republic of China
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- College of Chemistry, Chemical Engineering and Materials Science, Collaborative Innovation Center of Functionalized Probes for Chemical Imaging in Universities of Shandong, Key Laboratory of Molecular and Nano Probes, Ministry of Education, Institutes of Biomedical Sciences, Shandong Normal University, Jinan 250014, Shandong, People's Republic of China
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- College of Chemistry, Chemical Engineering and Materials Science, Collaborative Innovation Center of Functionalized Probes for Chemical Imaging in Universities of Shandong, Key Laboratory of Molecular and Nano Probes, Ministry of Education, Institutes of Biomedical Sciences, Shandong Normal University, Jinan 250014, Shandong, People's Republic of China
- Laoshan Laboratory, Qingdao 266237, Shandong, People's Republic of China
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Kim ST, Sang MK. Enhancement of osmotic stress tolerance in soybean seed germination by bacterial bioactive extracts. PLoS One 2023; 18:e0292855. [PMID: 37824539 PMCID: PMC10569584 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0292855] [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] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/10/2023] [Accepted: 10/01/2023] [Indexed: 10/14/2023] Open
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Soybean (Glycine max (L.) Merr.) is important to the global food industry; however, its productivity is affected by abiotic stresses such as osmosis, flooding, heat, and cold. Here, we evaluated the bioactive extracts of two biostimulant bacterial strains, Bacillus butanolivorans KJ40 and B. siamensis H30-3, for their ability to convey tolerance to osmotic stress in soybean seeds during germination. Soybean seeds were dip-treated in extracts of KJ40 (KJ40E) or H30-3 (H30-3E) and incubated with either 0% or 20% polyethylene glycol 6000 (PEG), simulating drought-induced osmotic stress. We measured malondialdehyde content as a marker for lipid peroxidation, as well as the activity of antioxidant enzymes, including catalase, glutathione peroxidase, and glutathione reductase, together with changes in sugars content. We also monitored the expression of genes involved in the gibberellic acid (GA)-biosynthesis pathway, and abscisic acid (ABA) signaling. Following osmotic stress in the extract-treated seeds, malondialdehyde content decreased, while antioxidant enzyme activity increased. Similarly, the expression of GA-synthesis genes, including GmGA2ox1 and GmGA3 were upregulated in KJ40E-dipped seeds at 12 or 6 h after treatment, respectively. The ABA signaling genes GmABI4 and GmDREB1 were upregulated in H30-3E- and KJ40E-treated seeds at 0 and 12 h after treatment under osmotic stress; however, GmABI5, GmABI4, and GmDREB1 levels were also elevated in the dip-treated seeds in baseline conditions. The GA/ABA ratio increased only in KJ40E-treated seeds undergoing osmotic stress, while glucose content significantly decreased in H30-3E-treated seeds at 24 h after treatment. Collectively, our findings indicated that dip-treatment of soybean seeds in KJ40E and H30-3E can enhance the seeds' resistance to osmotic stress during germination, and ameliorate cellular damage caused by secondary oxidative stress. This seed treatment can be used agriculturally to promote germination under drought stress and lead to increase crop yield and quality.
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- Sang Tae Kim
- Division of Agricultural Microbiology, National Institute of Agricultural Sciences, Rural Development Administration, Wanju, Republic of Korea
- Department of Applied Bioscience, Dong-A University, Busan, Republic of Korea
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- Division of Agricultural Microbiology, National Institute of Agricultural Sciences, Rural Development Administration, Wanju, Republic of Korea
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Song Y, Sun K, Zhao Q, Li Y, Liu G, Liu R. Molecular interaction mechanisms and cellular response of superoxide dismutase and catalase to fluoranthene. Environ Sci Pollut Res Int 2023; 30:104233-104245. [PMID: 37698795 DOI: 10.1007/s11356-023-29703-2] [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] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/14/2022] [Accepted: 08/31/2023] [Indexed: 09/13/2023]
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As an important raw material and intermediate product of the petrochemical industry, fluoranthene (Fla) can be emitted with industrial activities and has become a typical polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon enriched in the Chinese topsoil layer, posing a significant threat to sensitive soil biota. Here, multispectral tools and molecular simulation techniques were integrated to elucidate the molecular mechanism of Fla interaction with key antioxidant enzymes superoxide dismutase (SOD) and catalase (CAT) at the molecular level. Meanwhile, we further revealed the cellular responses of SOD and CAT and the associated redox states in earthworm (Eisenia fetida) coelomocytes based on the molecular-level results. Our results showed that the exposure to Fla affected the backbone structure of SOD and CAT molecules and resulted in the formation of Fla-SOD polymers as well as an overall reduction in the size of the Fla-CAT binding system. Fla altered the microenvironment around Tyr residues in the SOD molecule and quenched the endogenous fluorescence of Tyr within the CAT molecule. In earthworm coelomocytes, Fla at 60 and 80 μM resulted in a significant elevation of CAT and SOD activities by 114% (p = 0.032) and 6.09% (p = 0.013), respectively. Molecular simulation results suggested that Fla-induced changes in the structure and conformation of SOD and CAT may be the key reason for their altered activities. The related redox homeostasis detection in earthworm coelomocytes indicated that high concentrations (80 μM) of Fla led to a significant accumulation of intracellular ROS (p = 0.018) and resulted in the development of lipid peroxidation. Our work contributes to an in-depth understanding of the biological effect of Fla to sensitive soil fauna, thus providing new ideas for Fla ecological risk prevention and control.
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- Yan Song
- State Key Laboratory of Estuarine and Coastal Research, East China Normal University, 500# Dongchuan Road, Shanghai, 200241, China
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- School of Environmental Science and Engineering, Shandong University, China-America CRC for Environment & Health, 72# Jimo Binhai Road, Qingdao, 266237, Shandong, China
- School of Environmental Science and Engineering, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, 800# Dongchuan Road, Shanghai, 200240, China
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- Shandong Provincial Eco-environment Monitoring Center, 3377 Jingshi Dong Road, Jinan, 250100, Shandong, China
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- School of Environmental Science and Engineering, Shandong University, China-America CRC for Environment & Health, 72# Jimo Binhai Road, Qingdao, 266237, Shandong, China
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- Semiconductor Components Laboratory, 51# Heping Road, Jinan, 250014, Shandong, China
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- School of Environmental Science and Engineering, Shandong University, China-America CRC for Environment & Health, 72# Jimo Binhai Road, Qingdao, 266237, Shandong, China.
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Foutsop AF, Ateufack G, Adassi BM, Yassi FB, Kom TD, Noungoua CM, Petsou A, Ngoupaye GT. The Aqueous Lyophilisate of Alchemilla Kiwuensis Engl. (Rosaceae) Displays Antiepileptogenic and Antiepileptic Effects on PTZ-induced Kindling in rats: Evidence of Modulation of Glutamatergic and GABAergic Pathways Coupled to Antioxidant Properties. Neurochem Res 2023; 48:3228-3248. [PMID: 37436614 DOI: 10.1007/s11064-023-03982-0] [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] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/30/2023] [Revised: 06/26/2023] [Accepted: 07/01/2023] [Indexed: 07/13/2023]
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Alchemilla kiwuensis Engl. (Rosaceae) (A. kiwuensis) is an herbaceous plant traditionally used by Cameroonians to treat epilepsy and other central nervous system disorders. The present study evaluated the antiepileptogenic and antiepileptic effects of A. kiwuensis (40 mg/kg, 80 mg/kg) following Pentylenetetrazole (PTZ)-induced kindling as well as its sub-chronic toxicity. Following an initial i.p administration of a challenge dose (70 mg/kg), Wistar rats of both sexes received sub convulsive doses (35 mg/kg) of PTZ every other day, one hour after the oral gavage of animals with treatments, until two consecutive stage 4, in all animals of negative control. Seizure progression, latency, duration, and repetition were noted. Twenty-four hours later, animals were dissected to extract their hippocampi. The resulting homogenates were used to evaluate Malondialdehyde, reduced glutathione, catalase activity, GABA, GABA-Transaminase, glutamate, glutamate transporter 2, IL-1β and TGF-1 β. Sub-chronic toxicity was conducted according to OECD 407 guidelines. The lyophilisate of A. kiwuensis significantly increased the latency of seizure appearance, delayed seizure progression and decreased seizure repetition and duration. Biochemical analysis revealed that the lyophilisate significantly increased the catalase activity, reduced glutathione, GABA, glutamate transporter 2 and TGF-1B levels. The lyophilisate equally caused a significant decreased in the GABA-Transaminase activity, malondialdehyde, and IL-1 β levels. There was no noticeable sign of toxicity. A. kiwuensis possesses antiepileptic and antiepiletogenic effects by enhancing GABAergic neurotransmission and antioxidant properties, coupled to modulation of glutamatergic and neuroinflammatory pathways and is innocuous in a sub-chronic model. These justifies its local use for the treatment of epilepsy.
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- Aurelien Fossueh Foutsop
- Animal Physiology and Phytopharmacology Research Unit, Department of Animal Biology, Faculty of Sciences, University of Dschang, P.O BOX: 67, Dschang, Cameroon
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- Animal Physiology and Phytopharmacology Research Unit, Department of Animal Biology, Faculty of Sciences, University of Dschang, P.O BOX: 67, Dschang, Cameroon
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- Department of Biological Sciences, Faculty of Sciences, University of Maroua, P.O BOX: 814, Maroua, Cameroon
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- Department of Biological Sciences, Faculty of Sciences, University of Ngaoundéré, P.O BOX: 454, Ngaoundéré, Cameroon
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- Department of Biological Sciences, Faculty of Sciences, University of Maroua, P.O BOX: 814, Maroua, Cameroon
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- Animal Physiology and Phytopharmacology Research Unit, Department of Animal Biology, Faculty of Sciences, University of Dschang, P.O BOX: 67, Dschang, Cameroon
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- Department of Biological Sciences, Faculty of Sciences, University of Maroua, P.O BOX: 814, Maroua, Cameroon
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- Animal Physiology and Phytopharmacology Research Unit, Department of Animal Biology, Faculty of Sciences, University of Dschang, P.O BOX: 67, Dschang, Cameroon.
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Nithiyanandam S, Prince SE. Caesalpinia bonducella Counteracts Paracetamol-Instigated Hepatic Toxicity via Modulating TNF-α and IL-6/10 Expression and Bcl-2 and Caspase-8/3 Signalling. Appl Biochem Biotechnol 2023; 195:6256-6275. [PMID: 36853441 DOI: 10.1007/s12010-023-04392-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [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] [Accepted: 02/17/2023] [Indexed: 03/01/2023]
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Paracetamol is the most predominantly used antipyretic and analgesic drug. As paracetamol is metabolised mostly in the liver, both deliberate and unintentional overdoses of paracetamol are reported to provoke severe hepatotoxicity, including liver failure. Caesalpinia bonducella seed is well known for its medicinal and therapeutic properties. However, there is no report on its potential protective effects against paracetamol-instigated hepatotoxicity. Therefore, we studied the protective effects of aqueous seed extract of Caesalpinia bonducella (ASECB) on paracetamol-instigated hepatotoxicity in rats. Thirty female albino rats were divided into five groups: control, paracetamol-intoxicated, ASECB + paracetamol, silymarin + paracetamol, and ASECB alone. The rats were assessed for liver enzyme markers (alkaline phosphatase, alanine aminotransferase, aspartate aminotransferase, gamma-glutamyl transpeptidase), antioxidant activity (superoxide dismutase, catalase, reduced glutathione, glutathione peroxidase), lipid peroxidation (malondialdehyde), histopathological, cytokine levels (pro-inflammatory cytokines TNF-α and IL-6, and anti-inflammatory cytokine IL-10), and protein expression (pro-apoptotic markers caspase 3 and caspase 8 and anti-apoptotic marker Bcl-2) after the 8-day study period. Repercussions of paracetamol intoxication induced upregulation of liver enzyme markers, antioxidant depletion, malondialdehyde production, decreased expression of Bcl-2 and IL-10, and overexpression of apoptotic and pro-inflammatory mediators, which were attenuated by pre-treatment with ASECB. ASECB markedly mitigated paracetamol-instigated liver injury by suppressing caspase-8/3 signalling and inflammatory infiltration in liver tissue by significantly reducing TNF-α and IL-6. In conclusion, ASECB pre-treatment exerts potent liver protection against paracetamol-instigated hepatotoxicity evidenced by mitigation of oxidative stress, lipid peroxidation, inflammation, and apoptosis.
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- Sangeetha Nithiyanandam
- School of Biosciences and Technology, Vellore Institute of Technology, Tamil Nadu, Vellore, 632014, India
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- School of Biosciences and Technology, Vellore Institute of Technology, Tamil Nadu, Vellore, 632014, India.
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Al-Amir H, Janabi A, Hadi NR. Ameliorative effect of nebivolol in doxorubicin-induced cardiotoxicity. J Med Life 2023; 16:1357-1363. [PMID: 38107721 PMCID: PMC10719778 DOI: 10.25122/jml-2023-0090] [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] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/25/2023] [Accepted: 05/27/2023] [Indexed: 12/19/2023] Open
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This study aimed to investigate the potential of nebivolol in preventing doxorubicin-induced cardiotoxicity by targeting the inflammatory, oxidative, and apoptotic pathways. Twenty-eight male rats were randomly divided into four groups, each consisting of seven rats. The control group received standard diets and unrestricted access to water. The rats in the normal saline (N/S) group were administered a 0.9% normal saline solution for two weeks. The doxorubicin group (the "induced group") received doxorubicin at a dosage of 2.5 mg/kg three times per week for two weeks. The nebivolol group received an oral dose of 4 mg/kg of nebivolol for the same duration. The cardiac tissues of rats treated with doxorubicin exhibited increased levels of tumor necrosis factor, interleukin-1, malondialdehyde, and caspase-3 compared to the normal saline control group (p<0.05), along with decreased levels of total antioxidant capacity and Bcl-2. These results show that doxorubicin is harmful to the heart. The administration of nebivolol significantly reduced the cardiotoxic effects induced by doxorubicin, as indicated by a statistically significant decrease in the levels of inflammatory markers, specifically tumor necrosis factor-alpha (TNF-α) and interleukin-1 beta (IL-1β) (p<0.05). The nebivolol group exhibited a significant decrease in malondialdehyde levels, which serves as a signal of oxidation, in cardiac tissue compared to the doxorubicin-only group (p<0.05). Additionally, the nebivolol group showed a significant increase in overall antioxidant capacity. Nebivolol dramatically attenuated doxorubicin-induced cardiotoxicity in rats, likely by interfering with oxidative stress, the inflammatory response, and the apoptotic pathway.
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- Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Kufa, Najaf, Iraq
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- Department of Pharmacology and Therapeutics, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Kufa, Najaf, Iraq
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Li Y, Yang M, Xie L, Zhang G, Xu J, Xu S. SULFORAPHANE ALLEVIATES POSTRESUSCITATION LUNG PYROPTOSIS POSSIBLY VIA ACTIVATING THE NRF2/HO-1 PATHWAY. Shock 2023; 60:427-433. [PMID: 37548635 DOI: 10.1097/shk.0000000000002180] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 08/08/2023]
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ABSTRACT Introduction: Sulforaphane (SFN), known as the activator of the nuclear factor E2-related factor 2 (Nrf2)/heme oxygenase 1 (HO-1) pathway, has been proven to protect the lung against various pathological stimuli. The present study aimed to investigate the effect of SFN on lung injury induced by systemic ischemia reperfusion after cardiac arrest and resuscitation. Methods: After animal preparation, 24 pigs were randomly divided into sham group (n = 6), cardiopulmonary resuscitation group (CPR, n = 9), or CPR + SFN group (n = 9). The experimental model was then established by 10 min of cardiac arrest followed by 6 min of CPR. Once spontaneous circulation was achieved, a dose of 2 mg/kg of SFN diluted in 20 mL of saline was intravenously infused with a duration of 5 min. During 4 h of observation after resuscitation, extravascular lung water index (ELWI), pulmonary vascular permeability index (PVPI), and oxygenation index were regularly evaluated. At 24 h after resuscitation, lung tissues were harvested to evaluate the score of lung histopathological injury, the activity of superoxide dismutase, the contents of malondialdehyde, IL-1β, and IL-18, and the expression levels of NOD-like receptor pyrin domain 3, cleaved caspase 1, gasdermin D (GSDMD), GSDMD N-terminal, Nrf2, and HO-1. Results: During CPR, spontaneous circulation was achieved in six and seven pigs in the CPR and CPR + SFN groups, respectively. After resuscitation, the indicators of lung injury (ELWI, PVPI, and oxygenation index) were all better in the CPR + SFN group than in the CPR group, in which the differences in ELWI and PVPI at 2, and 4 h after resuscitation were significant between the two groups. In addition, SFN significantly reduced lung injury score, improved oxidative imbalance (superoxide dismutase, malondialdehyde), decreased pyroptosis-related proinflammatory cytokines (IL-1β, IL-18), downregulated pyroptosis-related proteins (NOD-like receptor pyrin domain 3, cleaved caspase 1, GSDMD, GSDMD N-terminal), and activated the Nrf2/HO-1 pathway when compared with the CPR group. Conclusion: SFN produced effective postresuscitation lung protection through alleviating lung pyroptosis possibly via activating the Nrf2/HO-1 pathway in pigs.
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Yang X, Jin Z, Wang X, Wu J, Yu W, Yao S, Zhang L, Gan C. Nesfatin-1 alleviates hyperoxia-induced lung injury in newborn mice by inhibiting oxidative stress through regulating SIRT1/PGC-1α pathway. Cytokine 2023; 169:156239. [PMID: 37301191 DOI: 10.1016/j.cyto.2023.156239] [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: 04/22/2023] [Revised: 05/17/2023] [Accepted: 05/18/2023] [Indexed: 06/12/2023]
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Bronchopulmonary dysplasia (BPD) is a pulmonary disease commonly observed in premature infants and it is reported that oxidative stress is a critical induction factor in BPD and is considered as a promising target for treating BPD. Nesfatin-1 is a brain-gut peptide with inhibitory effects on food intake, which is recently evidenced to show suppressive effect on oxidative stress. The present study aims to explore the therapeutic effect and mechanism of Nesfatin-1 in BPD mice. AECIIs were extracted from newborn rats and exposed to hyperoxia for 24 h, followed by treatment with 5 and 10 nM Nesfatin-1. Declined cell viability, increased apoptotic rate, upregulated Bax, downregulated Bcl-2, increased release of ROS and MDA, and suppressed SOD activity were observed in hyperoxia-treated AECIIs, which were extremely reversed by Nesfatin-1. Newborn rats were exposed to hyperoxia, followed by treated with 10 μg/kg Nesfatin-1 and 20 μg/kg Nesfatin-1. Severe pathological changes, elevated MDA level, and declined SOD activity were observed in lung tissues of BPD mice, which were rescued by Nesfatin-1. Furthermore, the protective effect of Nesfatin-1 on hyperoxia-challenged AECIIs was abolished by silencing SIRT1. Collectively, Nesfatin-1 alleviated hyperoxia-induced lung injury in newborn mice by inhibiting oxidative stress through regulating SIRT1/PGC-1α pathway.
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- Xiaoting Yang
- School of Medicine, Quzhou College of Technology, Jiang Yuan Road, Ke Chen District, Quzhou, Zhejiang 324000, China
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- School of Medicine, Quzhou College of Technology, Jiang Yuan Road, Ke Chen District, Quzhou, Zhejiang 324000, China
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- Department of Urology, Quzhou People's Hospital, Min Jiang Road, Ke Chen District, Quzhou, Zhejiang 324000, China
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- Department of Burns Surgery, Quzhou Hospital of Zhejiang Medical Health Group, Wen Chang Road, Ke Chen District, Quzhou, Zhejiang 324000, China
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- School of Medicine, Quzhou College of Technology, Jiang Yuan Road, Ke Chen District, Quzhou, Zhejiang 324000, China
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- School of Medicine, Quzhou College of Technology, Jiang Yuan Road, Ke Chen District, Quzhou, Zhejiang 324000, China
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- School of Medicine, Quzhou College of Technology, Jiang Yuan Road, Ke Chen District, Quzhou, Zhejiang 324000, China
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- School of Medicine, Quzhou College of Technology, Jiang Yuan Road, Ke Chen District, Quzhou, Zhejiang 324000, China.
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Goshadezehn P, Babaei-Balderlou F, Razi M, Najafi GR, Abtahi-Foroushani M. A caffeine pre-treatment and sole effect of bone-marrow mesenchymal stem cells-derived conditioned media on hyperglycemia-suppressed fertilization. Biomed Pharmacother 2023; 165:115130. [PMID: 37413898 DOI: 10.1016/j.biopha.2023.115130] [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: 03/31/2023] [Revised: 06/26/2023] [Accepted: 07/02/2023] [Indexed: 07/08/2023] Open
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As a common metabolic disorder, hyperglycemia (HG) affects and disrupts the physiology of various systems in the body. Transplantation of mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) has been used to control the complications of disease. Most of the therapeutic properties of MSCs are attributed to their secretome. This study aimed to investigate the effects of conditioned media extracted from sole or caffeine pre-treated bone-marrow-derived MSCs on hyperglycemia-induced detrimental impact on some aspects of reproduction. The HG was induced by intraperitoneally injection of streptozotocin (65 mg/kg) and nicotinamide (110 mg/kg). Twenty-four male Wistar rats (190 ± 20 g) were divided into control, HG, and the hyperglycemic groups receiving conditioned media of proliferated MSCs solely (CM) or MSCs pre-treated with caffeine (CCM). During the 49-day treatment, body weight and blood glucose were measured weekly. Finally, HbA1c, spermatogenesis development, sperm count, morphology, viability, motility, chromatin condensation, and DNA integrity were examined. Also, testicular total antioxidant capacity (TAC), malondialdehyde, sperm fertilization potential, and pre-implantation embryo development were evaluated. A one-way ANOVA and Tukey's post-hoc tests were used to analyze the quantitative data. The p < 0.05 was considered statistically significant. The CM and with a higher efficiency, the CCM remarkably (p < 0.05) improved body weight and HG-suppressed spermatogenesis, enhanced sperm parameters, chromatin condensation, DNA integrity, and TAC, reduced HbA1c, sperm abnormalities, and malondialdehyde, and significantly improved pre-implantation embryo development versus HG group. The conditioned media of MSCs solely (CM) and more effectively after pre-treatment of MSCs with caffeine (CCM) could improve spermatogenesis development, sperm quality, pre-implantation embryo development, and testicular global antioxidant potential during hyperglycemia.
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- Division of Histology & Embryology, Department of Basic Sciences, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Urmia University, Urmia, Iran
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- Division of Anatomy, Department of Basic Sciences, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Urmia University, Urmia, Iran
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刘 志, 刘 鹏, 孟 凡, 李 天, 王 颖, 高 嘉, 周 佐, 王 聪, 赵 斌. [Regulative effects of endogenous sulfur dioxide on oxidant stress in myocardium of rat with sepsis]. Beijing Da Xue Xue Bao Yi Xue Ban 2023; 55:582-586. [PMID: 37534635 PMCID: PMC10398758] [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] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/18/2020] [Indexed: 08/04/2023]
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OBJECTIVE To explore the modulating effect of endogenous sulfur dioxide (SO2) on the ba-lance of oxidation/reduction in the cecal-ligation-and-puncture-induced septic rat myocardium. METHODS Forty male Sprague Dawley rats were randomized into control group, SO2group, sepsis group and sepsis + SO2group. The levels of procalcitonin (PCT), creatine kinase isoenzyme (CK-MB), cardiac troponin Ⅰ (cTn Ⅰ) and fatty acid binding protein (FABP) in plasma in each group of the rats were measured; The level of hydrogen peroxide (H2O2), level of nitric oxide (NO), activity of myeloperoxidase (MPO), activity of hydroxyl free radical (·OH) and level of malondialdehyde (MDA) in myocardial tissue were measured; Total antioxidant capacity (T-AOC), activity of catalase (CAT), level of cytochrome oxidase (CO), level of glutathione (GSH), level of glutathione oxidase (GSH-px) and activity of superoxide dismutase (SOD) in myocardial tissue were measured. RESULTS The level of PCT in plasma in the rats with sepsis increased from (0.93±0.26) μg/L to (2.45±0.52) μg/L (P < 0.01), and decreased to (1.58±0.36) μg/L after the intervention of sulfur dioxide donor (P < 0.01). In sepsis, the plasma CK-MB, cTn Ⅰ and FABP levels in the rats increased respectively from (14.46±6.48) μg/L, (151.25±30.14) ng/L and (2.72±0.65) μg/L to (23.72±7.72) μg/L, (272.78±52.70) ng/L and (5.22±1.01) μg/L (P all < 0.01), and decreased to (16.74±3.63) μg/L, (184.86±37.72) μg/L and (3.31±0.84) μg/L (all P < 0.05) after the intervention of sulfur dioxide donor. The level of H2O2, level of NO, activity of MPO, activity of ·OH and level of MDA in myocardial tissue in the rats with sepsis increased respectively from (67.26±8.77) mmol/g, (38.39±6.93) μmol/g, (358.25±68.12) U/g, (648.42±93.69) U/ mg and (4.55±0.96) μmol/g to (111.45±17.35) mmol/g, (51.04±5.91) μmol/g, (465.88±76.76) U/g, (873.75±123.47) U/mg and (7.25±0.86) μmol/g (all P < 0.01), and decreased respectively to (75.99±10.52) mmol/g, (39.39±7.80) μmol/g, (393.17±51.5) U/g, (710.54±106.33) U/mg and (5.16±0.65) μmol/g after the intervention of the sulfur dioxide donor (all P < 0.05). The activity of T-AOC, activity of CAT, level of CO, level of GSH, level of GSH-px and activity of SOD in myocardial tissue in the rats with sepsis increased respectively from (2.07±0.37) U/mg, (169.25±36.86) U/g, (1.35±0.32) μmol/g, (103.51±16.62) μmol/g, (38.40±7.97) μmol/g and (38.50±8.30) U/mg to (1.42±0.39) U/mg, (98.44±26.56) U/g, (0.96±0.21) μmol/g, (68.05±7.35) μmol/ g, (23.83±5.04) μmol/g and (23.11±4.63) U/mg (P all < 0.01), and increased respectively to (1.83±0.37) U/mg, (146.14±31.63) U/g, (1.28±0.20) μmol/g, (92.10±11.84) μmol/g, (37.16±3.01) μmol/g and (37.29±2.62) U/mg (P all < 0.05) after the intervention of the sulfur dioxide donor. CONCLUSION Endogenous SO2 can protect rat myocardium in sepsis by modulating the ba-lance of oxidation and reduction.
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- 志伟 刘
- 北京积水潭医院急诊科,北京 100035Department of Emergency, Beijing Jishuitan Hospital, Beijing 100035, China
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- 北京清华长庚医院心脏内科,北京 102218Department of Cardiology, Beijing Tsinghua Changgung Hospital, Beijing 102218, China
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- 北京中医医院平谷医院急诊科,北京 101200Department of Emergency, Beijing Chinese Medicine Hospital Pinggu Hospital, Beijing 101200, China
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- 北京积水潭医院呼吸内科,北京 100035Department of Respiratory Medicine, Beijing Jishuitan Hospital, Beijing 100035, China
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- 北京积水潭医院急诊科,北京 100035Department of Emergency, Beijing Jishuitan Hospital, Beijing 100035, China
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- 北京积水潭医院急诊科,北京 100035Department of Emergency, Beijing Jishuitan Hospital, Beijing 100035, China
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- 北京积水潭医院急诊科,北京 100035Department of Emergency, Beijing Jishuitan Hospital, Beijing 100035, China
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- 北京积水潭医院急诊科,北京 100035Department of Emergency, Beijing Jishuitan Hospital, Beijing 100035, China
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- 北京积水潭医院急诊科,北京 100035Department of Emergency, Beijing Jishuitan Hospital, Beijing 100035, China
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Kuzikova IL, Medvedeva NG. Long-Chain Alkylphenol Biodegradation Potential of Soil Ascomycota. Dokl Biol Sci 2023; 511:228-234. [PMID: 37833577 DOI: 10.1134/s0012496623700515] [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] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/10/2023] [Revised: 04/20/2023] [Accepted: 04/23/2023] [Indexed: 10/15/2023]
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A total of 11 ascomycete strains destructing technical nonylphenol (NP) and 4-tert-octylphenol (4-t-OP) were isolated from NP-contaminated soddy-podzolic loamy soil (Leningrad Region, Russia). The isolates proved capable of degrading NP and 4-t-OP at a high load (300 mg/L). The most efficient Fusarium solani strain 8F degraded alkylphenols (APs) both in cometabolic conditions and in the absence of additional carbon and energy sources. A decrease in APs was due to biodegradation or biotransformation by the strain and, to a minor extent, absorption by fungal cells. NP and 4-t-OP half-lives were, respectively, 3.5 and 6.4 h in cometabolic conditions and 9 and 19.7 h in the absence of additional carbon and energy sources. Amounts of the lipid peroxidation product malondialdehyde (MDA) and reduced glutathione (GSH) increased during NP and 4-t-OP biodegradation in cometabolic conditions by 1.7 and 2 times, respectively, as compared with a control. A high GSH level in F. solani 8F cells potentially implicated the metabolite in both AP biodegradation and strain resistance to oxidative stress. The study is the first to report on the NP and 4-t-OP degradation by the ascomycete F. solani in cometabolic conditions and in the absence of additional carbon and energy sources. The high AP degradation potential of soil ascomycetes was assumed to provide a basis for new environmentally safe bioremediation technologies for purification of soils and natural and waste waters contaminated with endocrine disruptors.
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- I L Kuzikova
- St. Petersburg Federal Research Center of the Russian Academy of Sciences (SPC RAS), 199178, St. Petersburg, Russia.
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- St. Petersburg Federal Research Center of the Russian Academy of Sciences (SPC RAS), 199178, St. Petersburg, Russia.
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Yadawa AK, Srivastava P, Singh A, Kesherwani R, Bhoumik S, Kumar R, Arya JK, Rizvi SI. Berberine may provide redox homeostasis during aging in rats. Z NATURFORSCH C 2023; 78:307-315. [PMID: 37053568 DOI: 10.1515/znc-2022-0213] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [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: 10/29/2022] [Accepted: 03/21/2023] [Indexed: 04/15/2023]
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Aging is a natural phenomenon, which is characterised by progressive physiological changes at cellular and organ level. During aging, the defence mechanism of an organism declines over the period of time. The aim of this study was to investigate the biological efficacy of berberine in D-galactose induced aging rat models. For the study, rats were divided into four groups: Control received only vehicle, BBR received berberine orally, D-Gal received D-galactose subcutaneously and BBR + D-Gal received D-galactose and berberine simultaneously. D-galactose treatment increased the pro-oxidants such as malondialdehyde (MDA) level, protein carbonyl, plasma membrane redox system (PMRS) and advanced oxidation protein products (AOPP) in the erythrocytes or plasma. It reduced the anti-oxidant level such as reduced glutathione (GSH), ferric reducing ability of plasma (FRAP), plasma thiols, sialic acid and membrane transporters like Na+/K+ ATPase and Ca2+ ATPase activity in the erythrocyte membrane. Co-treatment of berberine in D-galactose induced aging rat models restored pro-oxidants and anti-oxidants in erythrocytes. Berberine also restored the activity of Na+/K+ ATPase and Ca2+ ATPase in the erythrocyte membrane. On the basis of these findings, we suggest that berberine treatment could attenuate erythrocyte aging in rats through stabilisation of the redox equilibrium.
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- Arun Kumar Yadawa
- Department of Biochemistry, University of Allahabad, Allahabad, India
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- Department of Biochemistry, University of Allahabad, Allahabad, India
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- Department of Biochemistry, University of Allahabad, Allahabad, India
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- Department of Biochemistry, University of Allahabad, Allahabad, India
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- Department of Biochemistry, University of Allahabad, Allahabad, India
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Chen J, Li T, Zhou N, He Y, Zhong J, Ma C, Zeng M, Ji J, Huang JD, Ke Y, Sun H. Engineered Salmonella inhibits GPX4 expression and induces ferroptosis to suppress glioma growth in vitro and in vivo. J Neurooncol 2023; 163:607-622. [PMID: 37351767 DOI: 10.1007/s11060-023-04369-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/20/2023] [Accepted: 06/08/2023] [Indexed: 06/24/2023]
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PURPOSE Glioma is a life-threatening malignancy where conventional therapies are ineffective. Bacterial cancer therapy has shown potential for glioma treatment, in particular, the facultative anaerobe Salmonella has been extensively studied. Meanwhile, ferroptosis is a newly characterized form of cell death. Nevertheless, the role of ferroptosis in Salmonella-induced tumour cell death remains unclear. Therefore, we aim to elucidate whether Salmonella YB1 exerts therapeutic effects via inducing ferroptosis in glioma. METHODS Following Salmonella YB1 infection, mRNA sequencing was applied to detect ferroptosis-related gene expression and the levels of reactive oxygen species, malondialdehyde, and glutathione were quantified. Transmission electron microscopy (TEM) was then used to observe the changes in the mitochondrial morphology of glioma cells. The role of ferroptosis in the anti-tumor effect of YB1 was assessed in vivo in mouse tumor xenograft models. RESULTS Whole-transcriptome analysis revealed that Salmonella YB1 infection alters ferroptosis-related gene expression in the U87 glioma cell line. Moreover, we found that Salmonella-induced ferroptosis is correlated with reduced levels of glutathione and glutathione peroxidase-4 (GPX4) and increased levels of reactive oxygen species and malondialdehyde in vitro. Meanwhile, TEM revealed that mitochondria are shrunken and mitochondrial membrane density increases in infected glioma cells. Experiments in vivo further showed that tumor growth in the Salmonella-treated group was significantly slower compared to the control and Fer-1 groups. However, Salmonella-induced tumor suppression can be reversed in vivo by Fer-1 treatment. CONCLUSION Salmonella YB1 inhibits GPX4 expression and induces ferroptosis to suppress glioma growth. Hence, ferroptosis regulation might represent a promising strategy to improve the efficacy of bacterial cancer therapy.
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- Jiawen Chen
- Neurosurgery Center, The National Key Clinical Specialty, The Engineering Technology Research Center of Education Ministry of China on Diagnosis and Treatment of Cerebrovascular Disease, Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory on Brain Function Repair and Regeneration, The Neurosurgery Institute of Guangdong Province, Zhujiang Hospital, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, 510280, China
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- Neurosurgery Center, The National Key Clinical Specialty, The Engineering Technology Research Center of Education Ministry of China on Diagnosis and Treatment of Cerebrovascular Disease, Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory on Brain Function Repair and Regeneration, The Neurosurgery Institute of Guangdong Province, Zhujiang Hospital, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, 510280, China
- Department of Laboratory Medicine, Clinical Biobank Center, Microbiome Medicine Center, Zhujiang Hospital, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, 510280, China
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- ZJU-Hangzhou Global Scientific and Technological Innovation Center, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, 311215, China
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- School of Biomedical Sciences, Li Ka Shing Faculty of Medicine, University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, 999077, China
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- Neurosurgery Center, The National Key Clinical Specialty, The Engineering Technology Research Center of Education Ministry of China on Diagnosis and Treatment of Cerebrovascular Disease, Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory on Brain Function Repair and Regeneration, The Neurosurgery Institute of Guangdong Province, Zhujiang Hospital, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, 510280, China
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- Neurosurgery Center, The National Key Clinical Specialty, The Engineering Technology Research Center of Education Ministry of China on Diagnosis and Treatment of Cerebrovascular Disease, Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory on Brain Function Repair and Regeneration, The Neurosurgery Institute of Guangdong Province, Zhujiang Hospital, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, 510280, China
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- Neurosurgery Center, The National Key Clinical Specialty, The Engineering Technology Research Center of Education Ministry of China on Diagnosis and Treatment of Cerebrovascular Disease, Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory on Brain Function Repair and Regeneration, The Neurosurgery Institute of Guangdong Province, Zhujiang Hospital, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, 510280, China
- Department of Laboratory Medicine, Clinical Biobank Center, Microbiome Medicine Center, Zhujiang Hospital, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, 510280, China
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- Neurosurgery Center, The National Key Clinical Specialty, The Engineering Technology Research Center of Education Ministry of China on Diagnosis and Treatment of Cerebrovascular Disease, Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory on Brain Function Repair and Regeneration, The Neurosurgery Institute of Guangdong Province, Zhujiang Hospital, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, 510280, China
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- School of Biomedical Sciences, Li Ka Shing Faculty of Medicine, University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, 999077, China
- Key Laboratory of Quantitative Engineering Biology, Shenzhen Institute of Synthetic Biology, Shenzhen Institutes of Advanced Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS), Chinese Academy of Sciences, Shenzhen, 518055, China
- Clinical Oncology Center, Shenzhen Key Laboratory for Cancer Metastasis and Personalized Therapy, The University of Hong Kong-Shenzhen Hospital, Shenzhen, 518055, China
- Guangdong-Hong Kong Joint Laboratory for RNA Medicine, Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, 510120, China
- Department of Laboratory Medicine, Clinical Biobank Center, Microbiome Medicine Center, Zhujiang Hospital, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, 510280, China
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- Neurosurgery Center, The National Key Clinical Specialty, The Engineering Technology Research Center of Education Ministry of China on Diagnosis and Treatment of Cerebrovascular Disease, Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory on Brain Function Repair and Regeneration, The Neurosurgery Institute of Guangdong Province, Zhujiang Hospital, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, 510280, China.
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- Neurosurgery Center, The National Key Clinical Specialty, The Engineering Technology Research Center of Education Ministry of China on Diagnosis and Treatment of Cerebrovascular Disease, Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory on Brain Function Repair and Regeneration, The Neurosurgery Institute of Guangdong Province, Zhujiang Hospital, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, 510280, China.
- Department of Laboratory Medicine, Clinical Biobank Center, Microbiome Medicine Center, Zhujiang Hospital, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, 510280, China.
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Wu S, Chen Q, Wang Y, Yin H, Wei Y. Lipid nanoparticle delivery of siRNA targeting Cyp2e1 gene attenuates subacute alcoholic liver injury in mice. Zhejiang Da Xue Xue Bao Yi Xue Ban 2023; 52:306-317. [PMID: 37476942 PMCID: PMC10409911 DOI: 10.3724/zdxbyxb-2022-0729] [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: 12/31/2022] [Accepted: 05/09/2023] [Indexed: 07/22/2023]
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OBJECTIVES To investigate the effect and mechanism of lipid nanoparticle (LNP) delivery of small interfering RNA (siRNA) targeting Cyp2e1 gene on subacute alcoholic liver injury in mice. METHODS siRNA targeting Cyp2e1 gene was encapsulated in LNP (si-Cyp2e1 LNP) by microfluidic technique and the resulting LNPs were characterized. The optimal dose of si-Cyp2e1 LNP administration was screened. Forty female C57BL/6N mice were randomly divided into blank control group, model control group, si-Cyp2e1 LNP group, LNP control group and metadoxine group. The subacute alcoholic liver injury mouse model was induced by ethanol feeding for 10 d plus ethanol gavage for the last 3 d. Serum alanine aminotransferase (ALT) and aspartate aminotransferase (AST) activities, and the superoxide dismutase (SOD) activity as well as malondialdehyde, reactive oxygen species, glutathione, triacylglycerol, total cholesterol contents in liver tissue were measured in each group, and liver index was calculated. The expression of genes related to oxidative stress, lipid synthesis and inflammation in each group of mice were measured by realtime RT-PCR. RESULTS Compared with the model control group, the levels of liver index, serum ALT, AST activities, malondialdehyde, reactive oxygen species, triacylglycerol, total cholesterol contents in liver tissue decreased, but the SOD activity as well as glutathione increased in the si-Cyp2e1 LNP group (all P<0.01). Hematoxylin-eosin staining result showed disorganized hepatocytes with sparse cytoplasm and a large number of fat vacuoles and necrosis in the model control group, while the si-Cyp2e1 LNP group had uniformly sized and arranged hepatocytes with normal liver tissue morphology and structure. Oil red O staining result showed si-Cyp2e1 LNP group had lower fat content of the liver compared to the model control group (P<0.01), and no fat droplets accumulated. Anti-F4/80 monoclonal antibody fluorescence immunohistochemistry showed that the si-Cyp2e1 LNP group had lower cumulative optical density values compared to the model control group (P<0.01) and no significant inflammatory reaction. Compared with the model control group, the expression of catalytic genes P47phox, P67phox and Gp91phox were reduced (all P<0.01), while the expression of the antioxidant enzyme genes Sod1, Gsh-rd and Gsh-px were increased (all P<0.01). The mRNA expression of the lipid metabolism genes Pgc-1α and Cpt1 were increased (all P<0.01) and the lipid synthesis-related genes Srebp1c, Acc and Fasn were decreased (all P<0.01); the expression of liver inflammation-related genes Tgf-β, Tnf-α and Il-6 were decreased (all P<0.01). CONCLUSIONS The si-Cyp2e1 LNP may attenuate subacute alcoholic liver injury in mice mainly by reducing reactive oxygen levels, increasing antioxidant activity, blocking oxidative stress pathways and reducing ethanol-induced steatosis and inflammation.
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- Shuang Wu
- School of Pharmacy, Jiangsu University, Zhenjiang 212013, Jiangsu Province, China.
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- Department of Urology, Frontier Science Centre for Immunology and Metabolism, Medical Research Institute, Zhongnan Hospital of Wuhan University, Wuhan 430071, China
- Department of Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine, Zhongnan Hospital of Wuhan University, Wuhan 430071, China
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- School of Pharmacy, Jiangsu University, Zhenjiang 212013, Jiangsu Province, China
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- Department of Urology, Frontier Science Centre for Immunology and Metabolism, Medical Research Institute, Zhongnan Hospital of Wuhan University, Wuhan 430071, China
- Department of Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine, Zhongnan Hospital of Wuhan University, Wuhan 430071, China
- Department of Pathology, Zhongnan Hospital of Wuhan University, Wuhan 430071, China
- RNA Institute, Wuhan University, Wuhan 430072, China
- Wuhan Research Centre for Infectious Diseases and Cancer, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Wuhan 430010, China
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- School of Pharmacy, Jiangsu University, Zhenjiang 212013, Jiangsu Province, China.
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Shi L, Zhang P, Xu J, Wu X, Pan X, He L, Dong F, Zheng Y. Systematic assessment of cyflumetofen toxicity in soil-earthworm (Eisenia fetida) microcosms. J Hazard Mater 2023; 452:131300. [PMID: 37002996 DOI: 10.1016/j.jhazmat.2023.131300] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/19/2023] [Revised: 03/04/2023] [Accepted: 03/24/2023] [Indexed: 05/03/2023]
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Cyflumetofen was widely applied in agriculture with its excellent acaricidal effect. However, the impact of cyflumetofen on the soil non-target organism earthworm (Eisenia fetida) is unclear. This study aimed to elucidate the bioaccumulation of cyflumetofen in soil-earthworm systems and the ecotoxicity of earthworms. The highest concentration of cyflumetofen enriched by earthworms was found on the 7th day. Long-term exposure of earthworms to the cyflumetofen (10 mg/kg) could suppress protein content and increases Malondialdehyde content leading to severe peroxidation. Transcriptome sequencing analysis demonstrated that catalase and superoxide-dismutase activities were significantly activated while genes involved in related signaling pathways were significantly upregulated. In terms of detoxification metabolic pathways, high concentrations of cyflumetofen stimulated the number of Differentially-Expressed-Genes involved in the detoxification pathway of the metabolism of glutathione. Identification of three detoxification genes (LOC100376457, LOC114329378, and JGIBGZA-33J12) had synergistic detoxification. Additionally, cyflumetofen promoted disease-related signaling pathways leading to higher disease risk, affecting the transmembrane capacity and cell membrane composition, ultimately causing cytotoxicity. Superoxide-Dismutase in oxidative stress enzyme activity contributed more to detoxification. Carboxylesterase and glutathione-S-transferase activation play a major detoxification role in high-concentration treatment. Altogether, these results contribute to a better understanding of toxicity and defense mechanisms involved in long-term cyflumetofen exposure in earthworms.
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- Linlin Shi
- State Key Laboratory for Biology of Plant Diseases and Insect Pests, Institute of Plant Protection, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Beijing 100193, PR China
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- Key Laboratory of Entomology and Pest Control Engineering, College of Plant Protection, Southwest University, Chongqing, China
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- State Key Laboratory for Biology of Plant Diseases and Insect Pests, Institute of Plant Protection, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Beijing 100193, PR China
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- State Key Laboratory for Biology of Plant Diseases and Insect Pests, Institute of Plant Protection, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Beijing 100193, PR China
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- State Key Laboratory for Biology of Plant Diseases and Insect Pests, Institute of Plant Protection, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Beijing 100193, PR China
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- Key Laboratory of Entomology and Pest Control Engineering, College of Plant Protection, Southwest University, Chongqing, China.
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- State Key Laboratory for Biology of Plant Diseases and Insect Pests, Institute of Plant Protection, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Beijing 100193, PR China
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- College of Plant Health and Medicine of Qingdao Agricultural University, Qingdao 266109, PR China.
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Cao J, Ding C, Huang J, Chen Y, Chen Y. PULMONARY VASCULAR ENDOTHELIAL GLYCOCALYX DEGRADATION CONTRIBUTES TO ACUTE LUNG INJURY IN EXPERIENCING HEATSTROKE. Shock 2023; 59:966-972. [PMID: 37040184 DOI: 10.1097/shk.0000000000002130] [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] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 04/12/2023]
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ABSTRACT Objectives: This study investigated the role and potential involvement of pulmonary vascular glycocalyx degradation in acute lung injury in rats with severe heatstroke (HS). Methods: Rats in an established HS model were exposed to a heated environment for 60 min in an incubator (temperature, 40°C ± 2°C; humidity, 65% ± 5%). Following pretreatment with heparanase III (HPSE III) or heparin, pathological lung injury, arterial blood gas, alveolar barrier disruption, and hemodynamic changes were evaluated. The vascular endothelial structures of the lungs were examined using electron microscopy. The concentration of Evans blue dye in the lungs and arterial blood gas were assessed. An enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay was used to quantify the plasma concentration of heparan sulfate proteoglycan. The expression of glypican-1 and syndecan-1 in pulmonary vessels was measured using immunofluorescence. Western blots were used to detect the expression of TNF-α, IL-6, and vascular endothelial biomarkers in the rat lungs. Pulmonary apoptosis was assessed using a TUNEL (terminal dUTP nick end labeling) assay, and the concentrations of malondialdehyde were measured. Results: Glycocalyx shedding aggravated lung injuries. Severe histopathological damage was observed, and indexes of lung function deviated from abnormal ranges. In addition, pulmonary vascular endothelial cells were disrupted. Compared with the HS group, the plasma concentration of heparan sulfate proteoglycan significantly increased in the HPSE group ( P < 0.05). The expression of glypican-1 and syndecan-1 decreased, and the extravasation of Evans blue dye increased ( P < 0.01). Endothelial biomarker expression increased in the lung tissue, whereas occludin expression decreased. Moreover, TNF-α and IL-6 were overexpressed following heat stress. Furthermore, apoptosis of pulmonary tissues and the concentration of malondialdehyde in rat lungs increased in the HS and HPSE groups. Conclusions : Heatstroke induced pulmonary glycocalyx degradation, which increased vascular permeability and aggravated vascular endothelial dysfunction, contributing to apoptosis, inflammation, and oxidation in the pulmonary tissues.
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- Jingjing Cao
- Department of Intensive Care Medicine, Dongguan Affiliated Hospital of Jinan University, Dongguan City, Guangdong Province, China
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- Department of Intensive Care Medicine, Binhaiwan Central Hospital of Dongguan, Dongguan City, Guangdong Province, China
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- Department of Intensive Care Medicine, Dongguan Affiliated Hospital of Jinan University, Dongguan City, Guangdong Province, China
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- Department of Intensive Care Medicine, Binhaiwan Central Hospital of Dongguan, Dongguan City, Guangdong Province, China
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- Department of Intensive Care Medicine, Binhaiwan Central Hospital of Dongguan, Dongguan City, Guangdong Province, China
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Wu R, Liu H, Lu C, Hou K, Wang X, Wang J, Du Z, Li B, Zhu L, Wang J. The effect of TiO 2NPs on cloransulam-methyl toxicity to earthworm (Eisenia fetida). Chemosphere 2023; 322:138242. [PMID: 36841449 DOI: 10.1016/j.chemosphere.2023.138242] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/12/2022] [Revised: 02/14/2023] [Accepted: 02/22/2023] [Indexed: 06/18/2023]
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Cloransulam-methyl is a new herbicide and has broad application prospect. However, the effect of cloransulam-methyl on earthworm have yet to be clarified. As more and more titanium dioxide nanoparticles (TiO2NPs) enter the soil, cloransulam-methyl and TiO2NPs have a risk of co-exposure, but the effect of TiO2NPs on cloransulam-methyl toxicity is unknown. In the study, the ecotoxicity of cloransulam-methyl (0.1, 1 mg kg-1) on earthworm and the effect of TiO2NPs (10 mg kg-1) on cloransulam-methyl toxicity was investigated after exposure for 28 and 56 d. Exposure tests showed cloransulam-methyl and cloransulam-methyl + TiO2NPs promoted the accumulation of reactive oxygen species, malondialdehyde and 8-hydroxydeoxyguanosine, increased the activities of superoxide dismutase and catalase, resulted in lipid peroxidation and DNA damage. Besides, the results at the genetic level showed cloransulam-methyl and cloransulam-methyl + TiO2NPs altered the expression of physiologically-related genes, which demonstrated that cloransulam-methyl and cloransulam-methyl + TiO2NPs induced oxidative stress and cell apoptosis, and disturbed the normal reproduction in earthworm. The results of comprehensive toxicity comparison indicated cloransulam-methyl and TiO2NPs co-exposure has higher toxicity compared to cloransulam single exposure. Our results suggest that TiO2NPs can enhance the toxicity of cloransulam-methyl on Eisenia fetida in terms of oxidative stress, cell apoptosis and reproduction aspects. Based on above studies, it is of great importance for evaluating the risk of cloransulam-methyl co-exposure with TiO2NPs in soil.
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- Ruolin Wu
- College of Resources and Environment, Shandong Agricultural University, Key Laboratory of Agricultural Environment in Universities of Shandong, 61 Daizong Road, Taian, 271018, China.
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- College of Resources and Environment, Shandong Agricultural University, Key Laboratory of Agricultural Environment in Universities of Shandong, 61 Daizong Road, Taian, 271018, China.
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- College of Resources and Environment, Shandong Agricultural University, Key Laboratory of Agricultural Environment in Universities of Shandong, 61 Daizong Road, Taian, 271018, China.
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- College of Resources and Environment, Shandong Agricultural University, Key Laboratory of Agricultural Environment in Universities of Shandong, 61 Daizong Road, Taian, 271018, China.
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- College of Resources and Environment, Shandong Agricultural University, Key Laboratory of Agricultural Environment in Universities of Shandong, 61 Daizong Road, Taian, 271018, China.
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- College of Resources and Environment, Shandong Agricultural University, Key Laboratory of Agricultural Environment in Universities of Shandong, 61 Daizong Road, Taian, 271018, China.
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- College of Resources and Environment, Shandong Agricultural University, Key Laboratory of Agricultural Environment in Universities of Shandong, 61 Daizong Road, Taian, 271018, China.
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- College of Resources and Environment, Shandong Agricultural University, Key Laboratory of Agricultural Environment in Universities of Shandong, 61 Daizong Road, Taian, 271018, China.
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- College of Resources and Environment, Shandong Agricultural University, Key Laboratory of Agricultural Environment in Universities of Shandong, 61 Daizong Road, Taian, 271018, China.
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- College of Resources and Environment, Shandong Agricultural University, Key Laboratory of Agricultural Environment in Universities of Shandong, 61 Daizong Road, Taian, 271018, China.
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Imarah AA, Jabir MS, Abood AH, Sulaiman GM, Albukhaty S, Mohammed HA, Khan RA, Al-Kuraishy HM, Al-Gareeb AI, Al-Azzawi WK, A Najm MA, Jawad SF. Graphene oxide-induced, reactive oxygen species-mediated mitochondrial dysfunctions and apoptosis: high-dose toxicity in normal cells. Nanomedicine (Lond) 2023; 18:875-887. [PMID: 37470184 DOI: 10.2217/nnm-2023-0129] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [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] [Indexed: 07/21/2023] Open
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Aim: The cytotoxic effects of graphene oxide nanoparticles (GONPs) using MTT assays, observance of apoptotic markers, and oxidative stress were outlined. Materials & methods: Rat embryonic fibroblasts (REFs) and human epithelial breast cells (HBLs) were used at 250, 500 and 750 μg/ml concentrations. Results: Significant cytotoxic and apoptotic effects were observed. Analyses of CYP2E1 and malondialdehyde concentrations in REF and HBL-100 cell lines after exposing to GONPs confirmed the nanomaterials toxicity. However, the glutathione levels in REF and HBL-100 cell lines showed a substantial reduction compared with the control. The cytochrome CYP2E1, glutathione, malondialdehyde and caspase-3 alterations provided a plausible interlinked relationship. Conclusion: The study confirmed the GONPs cytotoxic effects on REF and HBL-100 cell lines. The outcome suggested caution in wide-spread applications of GONPs, which could have implications for occupational health also.
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- Ameer A Imarah
- Department of Biology, Faculty of Science, University of Kufa, Kufa 540011, Iraq
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- Division of Biotechnology, Department of Applied Sciences, University of Technology, Baghdad, 10066, Iraq
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- Department of Biology, Faculty of Science, University of Kufa, Kufa 540011, Iraq
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- Division of Biotechnology, Department of Applied Sciences, University of Technology, Baghdad, 10066, Iraq
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- Department of Chemistry, College of Science, University of Misan, Maysan 62001, Iraq
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- Department of Medicinal Chemistry and Pharmacognosy, College of Pharmacy, Qassim University, Qassim, 51452, Saudi Arabia
- Department of Pharmacognosy and Medicinal Plants, Faculty of Pharmacy, Al-Azhar University, Cairo 11371, Egypt
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- Department of Medicinal Chemistry and Pharmacognosy, College of Pharmacy, Qassim University, Qassim, 51452, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Clinical Pharmacology, Medicine and Therapeutics, College of Medicine, Mustansiriyah University, PO Box 14132, Baghdad, Iraq
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- Department of Clinical Pharmacology, Medicine and Therapeutics, College of Medicine, Mustansiriyah University, PO Box 14132, Baghdad, Iraq
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, College of Pharmacy, Al-Ayen University, Thi-Qar 64001, Iraq
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- Department of Pharmacy, Al-Mustaqbal University College, 51001, Hillah, Babylon, Iraq
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Sumaiya Binte Hamid , Humaira Sharif , Faiza Sajid , Samina Bano . Differential effects of chronic nicotine administration on markers of oxidative stress and cellular damage in male and female rats. Pak J Pharm Sci 2023; 36:811-818. [PMID: 37580930] [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] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 08/16/2023]
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Most studies are gender blind regarding the effects of chronic nicotine administration on oxidative stress in brain and liver. So we designed this study to determine the differential effects of chronic nicotine administration on parameters of oxidative stress and antioxidant status in brain and liver of male and female rats as well as on liver function tests (LFTs) and lipid profile parameters. Catalase (CAT), superoxide dismutase (SOD), reduced glutathione (GSH) and malondialdehyde (MDA) in brain and liver were assessed in controls and nicotine treated male and female rats. Two-way analysis of variance and Pearson's correlation coefficient was applied. Raised GSH, CAT and SOD and less MDA levels in the brain, lowered liver GSH and lipid profile but raised LFTs in females as compared to male rats were found. Significant inverse correlations were found between serum triglycerides versus both liver and brain GSH and between serum HDL versus brain MDA in nicotine treated male rats. In conclusion, oxidative stress was found to be decreased in the brain but increased in the liver in females compared to males. So the females suffered more from oxidative stress related damage to the liver cells.
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- - Sumaiya Binte Hamid
- Clinical Biochemistry and Psychopharmacology Research Unit, Department of Biochemistry, University of Karachi, Pakistan
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- Clinical Biochemistry and Psychopharmacology Research Unit, Department of Biochemistry, University of Karachi, Pakistan
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- Clinical Biochemistry and Psychopharmacology Research Unit, Department of Biochemistry, University of Karachi, Pakistan
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- Clinical Biochemistry and Psychopharmacology Research Unit, Department of Biochemistry, University of Karachi, Pakistan
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Liu Xianchu , Peng Huan , Liu Ming . Asiatic acid ameliorates life and health span in fruit fly. Pak J Pharm Sci 2023; 36:741-748. [PMID: 37580921] [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] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 08/16/2023]
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Aging is becoming a prominent health problem in present world. Asiatic acid has multiple health-protecting effects because of its variety biological function. However, relation between asiatic acid and aging is still unknown. In this study, fruit fly was used as model animal to illuminate anti-aging effect of asiatic acid. Our results advised asiatic acid possessed efficacy of promoting health span, as represented by extending lifetime and enhancing locomotor activity both in intrinsic and pathologically aging. In external environment, asiatic acid elevated survival rate against oxidative response and starvation resistance. In aspect of anti-aging mechanism, asiatic acid possessed antioxidant capacity by improvement of super oxide dismutase (SOD), catalase (CAT) and glutathione peroxidase (GSH-px) activities and suppression of malondialdehyde (MDA) level to promote health span. In addition, asiatic acid amended energy material storage to meet needs of life process. Moreover, asiatic acid inhibited acetylcholine (AChE) activity to alter cholinergic system in aging process. Lastly, asiatic acid upregulated peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor gamma coactivator 1 (PGC1) and silence information regulator 2 (Sir2) expression in intrinsic aging. In conclusion, asiatic acid exerted health-protecting potential via modulating directly or indirectly antioxidant activity, cholinergic system and longevity genes and could be developed into anti-aging agent.
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- - Liu Xianchu
- Institute of Physical Culture, Hunan University of Arts and Science, Changde, Hunan, China
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- Xiangya Changde Hospital, Changde, Hunan, China
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- Faculty of Science, College of Furong, Hunan University of Arts and Science, Changde, Hunan, China
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Baihetiyaer B, Jiang N, Li X, He B, Wang J, Fan X, Sun H, Yin X. Oxidative stress and gene expression induced by biodegradable microplastics and imidacloprid in earthworms (Eisenia fetida) at environmentally relevant concentrations. Environ Pollut 2023; 323:121285. [PMID: 36796666 DOI: 10.1016/j.envpol.2023.121285] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/17/2022] [Revised: 02/09/2023] [Accepted: 02/12/2023] [Indexed: 06/18/2023]
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The environmental issues caused by biodegradable microplastics (BMPs) from polylactic acid (PLA) as well as pesticides are of increasing concern nowadays. In this study, the toxicological effects of the single and combined exposure of PLA BMPs and imidacloprid (IMI), a neonicotinoid insecticide, on earthworms (Eisenia fetida) were investigated in terms of oxidative stress, DNA damage, and gene expression, respectively. The results showed that compared with the control, SOD, CAT and AChE activities in the single and combined treatments decreased significantly, and POD activity showed an "inhibition-activation" trend. SOD and CAT activities of combined treatments on day 28 and AChE activity of combined treatment on day 21 were significantly higher than those of the single treatments. For the rest of the exposure period, SOD, CAT and AChE activities in the combined treatments were lower than those in the single treatments. POD activity in the combined treatment was significantly lower than those of single treatments at day 7 and higher than that of single treatments at day 28. MDA content showed an "inhibition-activation-inhibition" trend, and the ROS level and 8-OHdG content increased significantly in both the single and combined treatments. This shows that both single and combined treatments led to oxidative stress and DNA damage. ANN and HSP70 were expressed abnormally, while the SOD and CAT mRNA expression changes were generally consistent with the corresponding enzyme activities. The integrated biomarker response (IBR) values were higher under combined exposures than single exposures at both biochemical and molecular levels, indicating that combined treatment exacerbated the toxicity. However, the IBR value of the combined treatment decreased consistently at the time axis. Overall, our results suggest that PLA BMPs and IMI induce oxidative stress and gene expression in earthworms at environmentally relevant concentrations, thereby increasing the risk of earthworms.
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- Baikerouzi Baihetiyaer
- College of Natural Resources and Environment, Northwest A&F University, Yangling, 712000, PR China
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- College of Natural Resources and Environment, Northwest A&F University, Yangling, 712000, PR China
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- College of Resources and Environment, Key Laboratory of Agricultural Environment, Shandong Agricultural University, Tai'an, 271000, PR China
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- College of Natural Resources and Environment, Northwest A&F University, Yangling, 712000, PR China
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- College of Resources and Environment, Key Laboratory of Agricultural Environment, Shandong Agricultural University, Tai'an, 271000, PR China
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- College of Animal Science and Technology, Northwest A&F University, Yangling, 712000, PR China
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- College of Natural Resources and Environment, Northwest A&F University, Yangling, 712000, PR China; Key Laboratory of Plant Nutrition and the Agri-environment in Northwest China, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Yangling, 712000, PR China
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- College of Natural Resources and Environment, Northwest A&F University, Yangling, 712000, PR China; Key Laboratory of Plant Nutrition and the Agri-environment in Northwest China, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Yangling, 712000, PR China.
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Abbas EY, Ezzat MI, Ramadan NM, Eladl A, Hamed WHE, Abdel-Aziz MM, Teaima M, El Hefnawy HM, Abdel-Sattar E. Characterization and anti-aging effects of Opuntia ficus-indica (L.) Miller extracts in a D-galactose-induced skin aging model. Food Funct 2023; 14:3107-3125. [PMID: 36942614 DOI: 10.1039/d2fo03834j] [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] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/23/2023]
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Opuntia ficus-indica (L.) Miller (OFI), belonging to the family Cactaceae, is widely cultivated not only for its delicious fruits but also for its health-promoting effects, which enhance the role of OFI as a potential functional food. In this study, the in vitro collagenase and elastase enzyme inhibitory effects of extracts from different parts of OFI were evaluated. The most promising extracts were formulated as creams at two concentrations (3 and 5%) to investigate their effects on a D-galactose (D-gal)-induced skin-aging mouse model. The ethanolic extracts of the peel and cladodes exhibited the highest enzyme inhibitory effects. Cream made from the extract of OFI peel (OP) (5%) and cream from OFI cladodes extract (OC) (5%) significantly decreased the macroscopic aging of skin scores. Only a higher concentration (5%) of OC showed the normalization of superoxide dismutase (SOD) and malondialdehyde (MDA) skin levels and achieved significant improvements as compared to the vitamin E group. Both OC and OP (5%) showed complete restoration of the normal skin structure and nearly normal collagen fibres upon histopathological examination. The Ultra-Performance Liquid Chromatography High Resolution Mass Spectrometry (UHPLC-ESI-TOF-MS) metabolite profiles revealed the presence of organic acids, phenolic acids, flavonoids, betalains, and fatty acids. Flavonoids were the predominant phytochemical class (23 and 22 compounds), followed by phenolic acids (14 and 17 compounds) in the ethanolic extracts from the peel and cladodes, respectively. The anti-skin-aging effects could be attributed to the synergism of different phytochemicals in both extracts. From these findings, the OFI peel and cladodes as agro-waste products are good candidates for anti-skin-aging phytocosmetics.
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- Eman Yasser Abbas
- Department of Pharmacognosy, Faculty of Pharmacy, Cairo University, Kasr El-Aini Street, Cairo 11562, Egypt.
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- Department of Pharmacognosy, Faculty of Pharmacy, Cairo University, Kasr El-Aini Street, Cairo 11562, Egypt.
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- Clinical Pharmacology Department, Faculty of Medicine, Mansoura University, Mansoura 35516, Egypt
- Department of Pharmacology, Faculty of Medicine, Horus University, New Damietta 34517, Egypt
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- Clinical Pharmacology Department, Faculty of Medicine, Mansoura University, Mansoura 35516, Egypt
- Department of Pharmacology, Faculty of Medicine, Horus University, New Damietta 34517, Egypt
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- Medical Histology & Cell Biology Department, Faculty of Medicine, Mansoura University, 35516, Egypt
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- Regional Center for Mycology and Biotechnology (RCMB), Al-Azhar University, Cairo, 11651, Egypt
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- Department of Pharmaceutics and Industrial Pharmacy, Faculty of Pharmacy, Cairo University, Kasr El-Aini Street, Cairo 11562, Egypt
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- Department of Pharmacognosy, Faculty of Pharmacy, Cairo University, Kasr El-Aini Street, Cairo 11562, Egypt.
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- Department of Pharmacognosy, Faculty of Pharmacy, Cairo University, Kasr El-Aini Street, Cairo 11562, Egypt.
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