Cureus,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Nov. 11, 2024
Oxidative
stress
represents
an
imbalance
between
oxidants
and
antioxidants,
with
a
predominance
of
leading
to
cellular
tissue
damage.
Given
the
limited
number
studies
showing
predictive
value
oxidative
factors
regarding
sepsis
type,
objectives
this
study
emerged
as
follows:
determine
whether
pro-oxidant
antioxidant
values
could
predictively
differentiate
Gram-positive
(GP)
Gram-negative
(GN)
sepsis.
Additionally,
sought
assess
bacterial
type
impacts
treatment
outcomes
in
patients.
This
prospective,
observational
cohort
longitudinal
included
87
patients
diagnosed
according
Third
International
Consensus
on
Sepsis
Septic
Shock
(Sepsis-3)
criteria.
Following
diagnosis,
blood,
urine,
bronchoalveolar
lavage
(BAL),
swabs/punctures
were
sampled
microbiologically
analyzed.
Sampling
was
repeated
24
hours
after
first
collection.
Based
microbiological
results,
four
groups
subjects
formed:
GP
group
septic
whom
one
or
more
bacteria
isolated
by
analysis;
GN
isolated;
GP/GN
both
negative
culture
(NC)
no
pathogenic
microorganisms
detected
analysis.
markers,
i.e.,
thiobarbituric
acid
reactive
substances
(TBARS),
nitrite
ion
radical
(NO₂⁻),
hydrogen
peroxide
(H₂O₂),
superoxide
(O₂⁻),
antioxidants:
dismutase
(SOD),
catalase
(CAT),
reduced
glutathione
(GSH)
determined
from
blood
samples.
Blood
sampling
On
comparing
relative
infection
patients,
measured
second
days,
statistically
significant
differences
observed
for
analyzed
parameters,
except
delta
(Δ)
O₂⁻.
A
increase
noted
(p
=
0.02).
found
parameters.
pro-oxidants
antioxidants
study,
it
is
evident
that
they
do
not
have
significance
final
outcome
sepsis-causing
pathogen.
These
results
underscore
need
further
research
role
Frontiers in Endocrinology,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
15
Published: July 15, 2024
Inflammatory
bowel
disease
(IBD)
is
a
chronic
immune-mediated
condition
that
affects
the
digestive
system
and
includes
Crohn’s
(CD)
ulcerative
colitis
(UC).
Although
exact
etiology
of
IBD
remains
uncertain,
dysfunctional
immunoregulation
gut
believed
to
be
main
culprit.
Amongst
immunoregulatory
factors,
reactive
oxygen
species
(ROS)
nitrogen
(RNS),
components
oxidative
stress
event,
are
produced
at
abnormally
high
levels
in
IBD.
Their
destructive
effects
may
contribute
disease’s
initiation
propagation,
as
they
damage
lining
activate
inflammatory
signaling
pathways,
further
exacerbating
inflammation.
Oxidative
markers,
such
malondialdehyde
(MDA),
8-hydroxy-2’-deoxyguanosine
(8-OHdG),
serum-free
thiols
(R-SH),
can
measured
blood
stool
patients
with
These
markers
elevated
IBD,
their
correlate
severity
disease.
Thus,
used
not
only
diagnosis
but
also
monitoring
response
treatment.
It
targeted
treatment
through
use
antioxidants,
including
vitamin
C,
E,
glutathione,
N-acetylcysteine.
In
this
review,
we
summarize
role
pathophysiology
its
diagnostic
targets,
potential
application
antioxidant
therapies
manage
treat
Journal of Veterinary Internal Medicine,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
39(1)
Published: Jan. 1, 2025
Abstract
Background
Oxidative
injury
occurs
in
septic
people,
but
the
role
of
oxidative
stress
and
antioxidants
has
rarely
been
evaluated
foals.
Objectives/Hypothesis
To
measure
reactive
oxygen
species
(ROS),
biomarkers
injury,
neonatal
We
hypothesized
that
ill
foals
would
have
higher
blood
concentrations
ROS
lower
compared
to
healthy
Animals
Seventy‐two
hospitalized
21
Methods
Prospective
cohort
study.
Reactive
(hydrogen
peroxide
[H
2
O
]),
(malondialdehyde
[MDA],
protein
carbonyl),
(superoxide
dismutase
[SOD],
catalase
[CAT],
glutathione,
glutathione
reductase
[GR]
peroxidase
[GPx])
were
measured
from
at
admission.
Measured
variables
between
using
a
1‐way
ANOVA
by
Tukey's
multiple
comparisons
test.
Results
Ill
(n
=
51)
had
significantly
mean
H
(healthy
2.6
±
1.4
nmol/mL,
6.8
4.6
L
nmol/mL;
95%
CI),
MDA
31.2
14.4
114.3
94.0
carbonyl
0.07
0.01
nmol/mg
protein,
0.12
0.02
CI).
Significant
CAT
0.4
0.3
mU/mg
238.5
101.9
μg/mL,
110.7
37.8
CI;
P
<
.0001),
GR
1.6
1.8
0.5
GPx
0.003
0.007
0.002
CI)
also
noted.
Conclusions
Clinical
Importance
antioxidant
occur
bacteremic
These
should
be
considered
during
treatment
BMC Anesthesiology,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
25(1)
Published: Jan. 8, 2025
Abstract
Purpose
Septic
shock
is
a
common
threat,
and
the
primary
cause
of
death
in
almost
all
critical
care
units.
Mortality
septic
remains
exceedingly
high.
The
early
use
methylene
blue
(MB)
different
doses
as
adjunctive
to
vasopressors
has
promising
results.
Methods
This
double-blind,
randomized,
controlled
trial
comprised
90
patients
divided
into
3
groups:
Group
A
received
100
ml
0.9%
NaCl
placebo
over
20
min;
B
an
MB
bolus
1
mg/kg
NaCl,
C
4
during
same
period.
Groups
were
given
0.25
mg/kg/hour
infusion
for
72
h
after
dose.
All
started
on
noradrenaline
at
rate
0.1–0.2
µ/kg/min
adjusted
accordingly
maintain
MAP
≥
65
mmHg.
Time
vasopressor
discontinuation
was
outcome
while
total
vasopressors,
ventilation
days,
free
ICU
stay,
hospital
mortality
secondary
outcomes.
Results
exhibited
significantly
decreased
time
termination,
vasopressor-free
days
28
comparison
A.
However,
there
no
significant
difference
between
C.
had
lower
dosages
compared
A,
however,
found.
three
groups
near
statistical
significance
(
p
=
0.083).
Using
logistic
regression
model,
group
protective
against
with
hazard
ratio
0.29
(95%CI:
0.09–0.90).
Conclusion
In
cancer
shock,
delivery
reduces
stoppage
increases
days.
No
high
low
doses,
adverse
effects
noted.
Compared
placebo,
dose
shows
survival
advantage.
Trial
registration
Prospectively
registered
clinicaltrials.gov
[NCT
06005558].
(Date
15/08/2023).
Chronic
inflammation
is
mainly
characterized
by
the
release
of
proinflammatory
cytokines
(cytokine
storm)
and
reactive
oxygen/nitrogen
species.
Sepsis
a
life-threatening
condition
resulting
from
successive
chronic
inflammatory
responses
toward
infection,
leading
to
multiple
organ
failure
and,
ultimately,
death.
As
oxidative
stress
are
known
nourish
each
other
initiate
an
uncontrolled
immune
response,
inhibiting
cross-talk
between
response
using
anti-inflammatory
drugs
antioxidants
can
be
promising
strategy
target
sepsis.
Here,
we
present
engineering
chimeric
nanomicelles
(NMs)
ester-linked
polyethylene
glycol-derived
lithocholic
acid–drug
conjugate
dexamethasone
(DEX),
potent
glucocorticoid
possessing
properties,
vitamin
E
(VITE),
antioxidant
stress.
Interestingly,
these
DEX-VITE
NMs
show
enhanced
accumulation
at
inflamed
sites
driven
permeation
retention
effect
mitigate
localized
acute
in
paw,
lung,
liver
models.
We
further
demonstrated
efficacy
mitigating
LPS-induced
endotoxemia
CLP-induced
microbial
sepsis,
conferring
survival
advantages.
also
modulate
homeostasis
decreasing
infiltration
total
cells,
neutrophils,
overall
macrophages.
Finally,
administration
reduces
prevents
vascular
damage,
two
critical
factors
sepsis
pathogenesis.
Therefore,
this
therapeutic
approach
effectively
deliver
steroids
systemic
inflammation.
Cell Biochemistry and Function,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
42(3)
Published: April 1, 2024
Over
the
years,
administration
of
antibiotics
for
purpose
addressing
bacterial
infections
has
become
increasingly
challenging
due
to
increased
prevalence
antimicrobial
resistance
exhibited
by
various
strains
bacteria.
Multidrug-resistant
(MDR)
species
are
rising
unavailability
novel
antibiotics,
leading
higher
mortality
rates.
With
these
conditions,
there
is
a
need
alternatives
in
which
phage
therapy
made
promising
results.
Phage-derived
endolysins,
cocktails,
and
bioengineered
phages
effective
have
properties
against
MDR
extensively
drug-resistant
strains.
Despite
these,
it
been
observed
that
can
give
activity
more
than
one
species.
Thus,
cocktail
resistant
provides
broad
spectrum
treatment
magnitude
effectivity,
many
folds
antibiotics.
Many
commercially
available
endolysins
such
as
Staphefekt
SA.100,
Exebacase
(CF-301),
N-Rephasin®SAL200
used
biofilm
penetration
treating
plant
diseases.
The
role
CMP1
endolysin
transgenic
tomato
plants
preventing
Clavibacter
michiganensis
infection
effectiveness
protecting
Atlantic
salmon
from
vibriosis
reported.
Furthermore,
phage-derived
therapy,
TSPphg
exogenous
treatment,
aid
disrupting
cell
walls,
lysis.
As
animals
aquaculture
slaughterhouses
highly
susceptible
infections,
instead
help
treat
poultry
animals,
preserve
them,
facilitate
disease-free
trade.
Using
cocktails
enhances
providing
target
specificity.
Research
currently
being
conducted
on
clinical
trials
confirm
efficacy
engineered
humans.
Although
obtaining
commercial
approval
may
be
time-consuming,
will
beneficial
postantibiotic
era.
This
review
an
overview
significance
potential
alternative
combating
its
application
fields
emphasizes
importance
safeguarding
ensuring
efficacy.
Cell Biochemistry and Function,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
42(4)
Published: June 1, 2024
Abstract
In
this
study,
we
report
the
cardioprotective
effect
of
glycerol
monooleate
(GMO)
based
nanocurcumin
in
both
vitro
and
vivo
conditions
under
a
hyperthyroid
state.
The
heart
is
one
primary
target
organs
sensitive
to
action
thyroid
hormone,
slight
variations
hormone
serum
concentrations
result
measurable
changes
cardiac
performance.
Hyperthyroidism‐induced
hypermetabolism
associated
with
oxidative
stress
an
important
mechanism
responsible
for
progression
failure.
Curcumin
has
been
known
play
protective
role
against
stress‐related
diseases
like
Alzheimer's,
asthma,
aging
due
its
antioxidant
properties.
Nevertheless,
potent
biological
activity
hindered
poor
bioavailability.
To
overcome
drawback,
GMO‐based
biodegradable
nanoparticle
(NP)
formulation
loaded
curcumin
developed,
curcumin‐loaded
NPs
was
compared
native
drug.
Oxidative
parameters
reactive
oxygen
species
(ROS)
release,
change
mitochondrial
membrane
permeability,
lipid
peroxidation
(LPx),
lactate
dehydrogenase
(LDH)
protein
expression
endogenous
enzymes
superoxide
dismutase,
catalase
(CAT)
glutathione
peroxidase
were
evaluated.
results
from
showed
that
better
DPPH
NO
radical
scavenging
than
range
2.5–20
µM.
It
also
observed
nanoparticulate
comparatively
more
effective
protecting
ROS‐induced
damage
by
reducing
LPx
LDH
leakage
at
low
5–10
Further,
performed
facilitating
activities
respect
time
concentrations,
resulting
reduced
cellular
ROS
levels.
scenario,
anticipate
can
serve
as
counterpart
diseases.