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The Multifaceted Nature of GLP-1: Molecular Mechanisms and Signaling Pathways in Metabolic and Neurodegenerative Diseases.

The aim of this article is to present the current state of knowledge regarding the use of GLP-1 agonists in the treatment of type 2 diabetes, obesity, and other potential clinical indications, including neurodegenerative conditions. The article describes the characteristics of the diseases discussed, with particular emphasis on the pathophysiological mechanisms and the impact of metabolic disorders on the course of the diseases. In addition, the specific role of GLP-1 receptor agonists and their mechanisms of action leading to improved clinical outcomes were discussed, including their impact o

Unravelling T cell exhaustion through co-inhibitory receptors and its transformative role in cancer immunotherapy.

Persistent stimulation from cancer antigens leads to T lymphocytes (T cells) exhaustion, with up-regulated expression of co-inhibitory receptors, including programmed death-1 (PD-1), cytotoxic T lymphocyte-associated antigen-4 (CTLA-4), lymphocyte-activation gene 3 (LAG-3), T cell immunoglobulin and mucin domain 3 (TIM-3) and T cell immunoreceptor with Ig and ITIM domains (TIGIT). These receptors collectively impair T cell function via distinct molecular pathways, contributing to immune evasion and cancer progression. This review highlights the therapeutic promise of immune checkpoint inhibito

Clinical efficacy of Teriparatide combining Zhuanggu Zhitong capsules in the treatment of osteoporosis.

OBJECTIVE: To investigate the clinical efficacy of Teriparatide(TPTD) combining Zhuanggu Zhitong Capsules(ZZC) in the treatment of primary osteoporosis. METHODOLOGY: This single-center, retrospective cohort study consecutively enrolled eighty patients with primary osteoporosis who received treatment from August 2020 to August 2022. Patients were divided into two groups based on the treatment they received: the control group (n=40) and the treatment group (n=40). Both therapies continued for six months. Bone density, bone metabolism indicators, Visual Analogue Scale (VAS) score, Oswestry Disab

Different origin-derived exosomes and their clinical advantages in cancer therapy.

Exosomes, as a class of small extracellular vesicles closely related to the biological behavior of various types of tumors, are currently attracting research attention in cancer diagnosis and treatment. Regarding cancer diagnosis, the stability of their membrane structure and their wide distribution in body fluids render exosomes promising biomarkers. It is expected that exosome-based liquid biopsy will become an important tool for tumor diagnosis in the future. For cancer treatment, exosomes, as the "golden communicators" between cells, can be designed to deliver different drugs, aiming to ac

Dawn of CAR-T cell therapy in autoimmune diseases.

AbstractChimeric antigen receptor (CAR)-T cell therapy has achieved remarkable success in the treatment of hematological malignancies. Based on the immunomodulatory capability of CAR-T cells, efforts have turned toward exploring their potential in treating autoimmune diseases. Bibliometric analysis of 210 records from 128 academic journals published by 372 institutions in 40 countries/regions indicates a growing number of publications on CAR-T therapy for autoimmune diseases, covering a range of subtypes such as systemic lupus erythematosus, multiple sclerosis, among others. CAR-T therapy hold

Metastatic Breast Cancer: Review of Emerging Nanotherapeutics.

Metastases of breast cancer (BC) are often referred to as stage IV breast cancer due to their severity and high rate of mortality. The median survival time of patients with metastatic BC is reduced to 3 years. Currently, the treatment regimens for metastatic BC are similar to the primary cancer therapeutics and are limited to conventional chemotherapy, immunotherapy, radiotherapy, and surgery. However, metastatic BC shows organ-specific complex tumor cell heterogeneity, plasticity, and a distinct tumor microenvironment, leading to therapeutic failure. This issue can be successfully addressed b

A comprehensive review on pain: Model, target, therapy, and prospect (Review).

Pain serves as both a protective physiological response essential for species survival and a global health issue affecting human well‑being and societal development. The present review systematically summarized and analyzed the research progresses on pain through a multidimensional analytical framework encompassing animal models, molecular targets, therapeutic approaches and future prospects. In animal modeling, neuropathic pain paradigms have evolved from traditional mechanical compression to composite models that combine dynamic displacement and chemical stimulation. Cancer‑induced pain mode

Chimeric Antigen Receptor T Cells as Living Therapeutics Targeting Senescence and Age-Related Diseases.

The aging of the global population exacerbates the burden of age-related diseases; however, therapies that can intervene in fundamental aging processes are lacking. Senescent cells drive chronic inflammation and multitissue dysfunction through the secretion of proinflammatory and profibrotic senescence-associated secretory phenotype cells, making them emerging therapeutic targets. Although first-generation senolytic drugs have entered clinical trials, they face limitations such as insufficient targeting specificity and transient efficacy. The success of chimeric antigen receptor T cell (CAR T

Интегрин α4β7:: патогенные роли в заболеваниях метаболики и воспаления и в терапии перевода.

Интегрин α4β7 является ключевым рецептором сцепления, который является посредником лимфоцита, движущегося к кишечной слизи через взаимодействие с MAdCAM-1, VCAM-1, и фибронектин, тем самым играя центральную роль в иммунной слежке и мукозаловом иммунитете. Появляющиеся данные расширили его функциональный охват за пределы кишечного гомеостаза, с тем чтобы охватить различные подстрекательские и метаболические заболевания. В настоящем обзоре систематически резюмируются структурные характеристики, взаимодействия лигандов и положения о соответствии α.4β7, с акцентом на патогенную роль в провокационн

The role of hypoxic microenvironment in autoimmune diseases.

The hypoxic microenvironment, characterized by significantly reduced oxygen levels within tissues, has emerged as a critical factor in the pathogenesis and progression of various autoimmune diseases (AIDs). Central to this process is the hypoxia-inducible factor-1 (HIF-1), which orchestrates a wide array of cellular responses under low oxygen conditions. This review delves into the multifaceted roles of the hypoxic microenvironment in modulating immune cell function, particularly highlighting its impact on immune activation, metabolic reprogramming, and angiogenesis. Specific focus is given to

Liposomal Nanoparticle Delivery of Ginkgo Flavone Glycosides Enhances SIRT1 Activation and Improves Diabetic Cardiomyopathy.

PurposeThis study aims to explore the therapeutic mechanisms of Ginkgo Flavone Glycosides (GFGs) delivered via liposomal nanoparticles in treating Diabetic Cardiomyopathy (DCM) by upregulating Sirtuin 1 (SIRT1) to restore energy metabolism and autophagy homeostasis.MethodsA DCM mouse model was employed, with groups treated with different doses of GFGs. Various evaluations, including body weight, blood glucose levels, and cardiac function, were performed. Network pharmacology, transcriptomic analysis, and molecular docking studies were conducted to elucidate the key role of SIRT1 in inhibiting

Myeloma Bone Disease: Update on Pathogenesis and Novel Treatment Strategies.

Bone disease, including osteolytic lesions and/or osteoporosis, is a common feature of multiple myeloma (MM). The consequences of skeletal involvement are severe pain, spinal cord compressions, and bone fractures, which have a dramatic impact on patients' quality of life and, ultimately, survival. During the past few years, several landmark studies significantly enhanced our insight into MM bone disease (MBD) by identifying molecular mechanisms leading to increased bone resorption due to osteoclast activation, and decreased bone formation by osteoblast inhibition. Bisphosphonates were the main

Primary tumours of the calcaneus.

The calcaneus is a rare location for the occurrence and development of primary tumour types. Clinicians are unfamiliar with calcaneal tumour types, which may result in a delay in diagnosis or a missed diagnosis, resulting in unnecessary morbidity and amputation. Heel pain and localized swelling of the ankle are the most common symptoms. X-ray is the first choice for a tentative diagnosis of a calcaneal tumour. The final diagnosis depends on a histological examination. The treatment of calcaneal tumour types varies depending on the Enneking system. The majority of patients with benign tumours h

Glucocorticoids-based prodrug design: Current strategies and research progress.

Attributing to their broad pharmacological effects encompassing anti-inflammation, antitoxin, and immunosuppression, glucocorticoids (GCs) are extensively utilized in the clinic for the treatment of diverse diseases such as lupus erythematosus, nephritis, arthritis, ulcerative colitis, asthma, keratitis, macular edema, and leukemia. However, long-term use often causes undesirable side effects, including metabolic disorders-induced Cushing's syndrome (buffalo back, full moon face, hyperglycemia, etc.), osteoporosis, aggravated infection, psychosis, glaucoma, and cataract. These notorious side e

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… (F) Synthesis of WYRGLRGE-Dex and the interaction between collagen type II. Reprinted with permission [124] , copyright 2019, Elsevier. (G) Diagram of the preparation and targeted treatment for inflammatory vascular diseases of BUD- l -Arg@PSA. … The findings demonstrated that the conjugate exhibited a remarkable ability to transport Dex into the deep regions of cartilage by selectively interacting with cartilage-specific collagen type II, thereby augmenting its therapeutic efficacy. …

Engineered mesenchymal stem cell-derived exosomes: A revolutionary approach to unlocking liver disease treatment.

Exosomes, a specific type of extracellular vesicle with diameters ranging from 30 to 150 nm, play a vital role in coordinating various physiological and pathological processes through direct cell-to-cell communication. These vesicles transport a diverse range of molecules, including proteins, mRNAs, miRNAs, and lipids, that originate from parent cells. Exosomes are released by nearly all cell types, including mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs), and possess significant potential due to their regenerative and immunomodulatory properties. In the context of liver disease treatment, these capabilities o

Protein breakdown in muscle wasting: role of autophagy-lysosome and ubiquitin-proteasome.

Skeletal muscle adapts its mass as consequence of physical activity, metabolism and hormones. Catabolic conditions or inactivity induce signaling pathways that regulate the process of muscle loss. Muscle atrophy in adult tissue occurs when protein degradation rates exceed protein synthesis. Two major protein degradation pathways, the ubiquitin-proteasome and the autophagy-lysosome systems, are activated during muscle atrophy and variably contribute to the loss of muscle mass. These degradation systems are controlled by a transcription dependent program that modulates the expression of rate-lim

The chemokines CXCL8 and CXCL12: molecular and functional properties, role in disease and efforts towards pharmacological intervention.

Chemokines are an indispensable component of our immune system through the regulation of directional migration and activation of leukocytes. CXCL8 is the most potent human neutrophil-attracting chemokine and plays crucial roles in the response to infection and tissue injury. CXCL8 activity inherently depends on interaction with the human CXC chemokine receptors CXCR1 and CXCR2, the atypical chemokine receptor ACKR1, and glycosaminoglycans. Furthermore, (hetero)dimerization and tight regulation of transcription and translation, as well as post-translational modifications further fine-tune the s

Glucocorticoid-induced osteonecrosis in systemic lupus erythematosus patients.

Osteonecrosis (ON) is a complex and multifactorial complication of systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). ON is a devastating condition that causes severe pain and compromises the quality of life. The prevalence of ON in SLE patients is variable, ranging from 1.7% to 52%. However, the pathophysiology and risk factors for ON in patients with SLE have not yet been fully determined. Several mechanisms for SLE patients' propensity to develop ON have been proposed. Glucocorticoid is a widely used therapeutic option for SLE patients and high-dose glucocorticoid therapy in SLE patients is strongly assoc

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… Type II Alpha 1 Chain (COL2A1, c.3508G > A, rs41263847: exon 29: c.1913C > T: p.T638I, exon 28: c.1706C > T: p.T569I, and rs371445823: exon 8: c.580G > A: p.A194T, exon 7: c.373G > A: p.A125T), 125 and CR2 (rs45573035: exon 2: c.200C > G: p.T67S). 125 Most of the association studies were conducted in … TABLE 3 Single nucleotide variant in NOS3, COL2A1, and CR2 Gene name | Genotype, rs# | Location | References NOS3 (nitric oxide synthase 3) | rs1549758 | exon 6 | 123 | G895T: rs1799983 | exon 7 | 123 | c.814G > A: p.E272K, | exon6 | 125 COL2A1 (Collagen type II alpha‐1 gene) | c.1913C > T: rs41263847 …

The Role of Extracellular Vesicles in Bone Regeneration and Associated Bone Diseases.

Extracellular vesicles (EVs) are nanoscale particles with a lipid bilayer membrane structure secreted by various cell types. Nearly all human cells secrete EVs, primarily mediating intercellular communication. In recent years, scientists have discovered that EVs can carry multiple biological cargos, such as DNA, non-coding RNAs (ncRNAs), proteins, cytokines, and lipids, and mediate intercellular signal transduction. Bone is a connective tissue with a nerve supply and high vascularization. The repair process after injury is highly complex, involving interactions among multiple cell types and bi

Update on current pancreatic treatments: from molecular pathways to treatment.

Pancreatic cancer is still diagnosed at a late stage although we have novel diagnostic tools. Pancreatic cancer chemotherapy treatment resistance is observed and therefore novel treatments are in need. Anti-cancer stem cell therapy, combination of chemotherapy and/or radiotherapy with immunotherapy, proteins/enzymes and gene therapy are currently under evaluation. Targeted treatment with tyrosine kinase inhibitors is also administered and novel inhibitors are also under evaluation. In the current review we present recent data from our search within the year 2018.