Protective role of triiodothyronine in sepsis‑induced cardiomyopathy through phospholamban downregulation DOI Creative Commons

Qiumin Xie,

Qin Yi, Jing Zhu

et al.

International Journal of Molecular Medicine, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 55(3)

Published: Jan. 16, 2025

Sepsis is often a cause of mortality in patients admitted to the intensive care unit. Notably, heart organ most susceptible impact sepsis and this condition referred as sepsis‑induced cardiomyopathy (SIC). Low triiodothyronine (T3) syndrome frequently occurs with sepsis, one important target organs for action T3. Phospholamban (PLN) key protein associated Ca2+‑pump‑mediated cardiac diastolic function myocardium mice SIC, PLN negatively regulated by The present study aimed explore whether T3 can protect during investigate specific molecular mechanism underlying regulation C57BL/6J H9C2 cells were used establish vivo vitro models, respectively. Myocardial damage was detected via pathological tissue sections, Cell Counting Kit-8 assay, an apoptosis assay crystal violet staining. Intracellular calcium levels reactive oxygen species Fluo‑4AM DHE fluorescence. mRNA expression JNK c‑Jun measured western blotting reverse transcription‑quantitative PCR mechanisms involved. Subsequently, 100 clinical recruited verify application value SIC. results revealed significant negative correlation between animal disease model. Furthermore, genes proteins JNK/c‑Jun signaling pathway decreased, whereas sarcoplasmic reticulum ATPase increased after treatment. These indicated that alleviated myocardial injury SIC inhibiting its phosphorylation, which may be related pathway. Accordingly, have diagnostic

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Molecular Mechanisms in Autoimmune Thyroid Disease DOI Creative Commons
Hernando Vargas‐Uricoechea

Cells, Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: 12(6), P. 918 - 918

Published: March 16, 2023

The most common cause of acquired thyroid dysfunction is autoimmune disease, which an organ-specific disease with two presentation phenotypes: hyperthyroidism (Graves-Basedow disease) and hypothyroidism (Hashimoto’s thyroiditis). Hashimoto’s thyroiditis distinguished by the presence autoantibodies against peroxidase thyroglobulin. Meanwhile, TSH receptor have been found in Graves-Basedow disease. Numerous susceptibility genes, as well epigenetic environmental factors, contribute to pathogenesis both diseases. This review summarizes genetic, epigenetic, mechanisms involved

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Associations of perchlorate, nitrate, and thiocyanate with metabolic syndrome and its components among US adults: A cross-sectional study from NHANES DOI
Xianwei Guo,

Birong Wu,

Wenjing Hu

et al.

The Science of The Total Environment, Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: 879, P. 163083 - 163083

Published: March 25, 2023

Language: Английский

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The possible impacts of nano and microplastics on human health: lessons from experimental models across multiple organs DOI

Bernardo Lannes Monteiro Fontes,

Lorena Cristina de Souza e Souza,

Ana Paula Santos da Silva de Oliveira

et al.

Journal of Toxicology and Environmental Health Part B, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 27(4), P. 153 - 187

Published: March 22, 2024

The widespread production and use of plastics have resulted in accumulation plastic debris the environment, gradually breaking down into smaller particles over time. Nano-plastics (NPs) microplastics (MPs), defined as than 100 nanometers 5 millimeters, respectively, raise concerns due to their ability enter human body through various pathways including ingestion, inhalation, skin contact. Various investigators demonstrated that these may produce physical chemical damage cells, tissues, organs, disrupting cellular processes, triggering inflammation oxidative stress, impacting hormone neurotransmitter balance. In addition, micro- nano-plastics (MNPLs) carry toxic chemicals pathogens, exacerbating adverse effects on health. magnitude nature are not yet fully understood, requiring further research for a comprehensive risk assessment. Nevertheless, evidence available suggests environment potential uptake causes concern. Urgent measures reduce pollution limit exposure MNPLs necessary safeguard health environment. this review, current knowledge regarding influence is summarized, toxicity mechanisms, pathways, outcomes across multiple organs. critical need additional also emphasized comprehensively assess risks posed by degradation inform strategies addressing emerging environmental challenge. Finally, new directions proposed evaluation gene regulation associated with exposure.

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The multi-faceted nature of age-associated osteoporosis DOI Creative Commons

Annelies E. Smit,

Onno C. Meijer, Elizabeth M. Winter

et al.

Bone Reports, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 20, P. 101750 - 101750

Published: March 1, 2024

Age-associated osteoporosis (AAOP) poses a significant health burden, characterized by increased fracture risk due to declining bone mass and strength. Effective prevention early treatment strategies are crucial mitigate the disease burden associated healthcare costs. Current therapeutic approaches effectively target individual contributing factors AAOP. Nonetheless, management of AAOP is complicated multitude variables that affect its development. Main intrinsic extrinsic reviewed here, including mechanical unloading, nutrient deficiency, hormonal disbalance, disrupted metabolism, cognitive decline, inflammation circadian disruption. Furthermore, it discussed how these can be targeted for treatment. Although valuable as targets intervention, interconnectedness result in unique etiology every patient. Acknowledgement multifaceted nature will enable development more effective sustainable strategies, based on holistic, patient-centered approach.

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Advancements in biosensing of hormones: Recent progress and future trends DOI

Milad Baghal Behyar,

Arezoo Mirzaie,

Mohammad Hasanzadeh

et al.

TrAC Trends in Analytical Chemistry, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 173, P. 117600 - 117600

Published: Feb. 23, 2024

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Prevalence of thyroid dysfunction and associated factors among adult type 2 diabetes mellitus patients, 2000–2022: a systematic review and meta-analysis DOI Creative Commons

Rishan Hadgu,

Abebaw Worede,

Sintayehu Ambachew

et al.

Systematic Reviews, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 13(1)

Published: April 30, 2024

Abstract Background Thyroid dysfunction (TD) and type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) frequently co-occur have overlapping pathologies, their risk increases with age. along T2DM will worsen macro- microvascular complications, morbidity, mortality. Methods The Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews Meta-Analyses statement guideline was followed. databases used were Embase, ScienceDirect, PubMed, Google Scholar. Joana Briggs Institute (JBI) scale to assess the quality of included studies. data extracted by Microsoft Excel analyzed through STATA version 14 software. overall pooled prevalence TD its main components estimated using random-effects model. consistency studies assessed I test statistics. Pooled meta-logistic regression present a 95% confidence interval (CI). Besides, subgroup sensitivity analyses employed. Result Thirty-eight included. 20.24% (95% CI : 17.85, 22.64). subclinical hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, hyperthyroidism found be 11.87% 6.90, 16.84), 7.75% 5.71, 9.79), 2.49% 0.73, 4.25), 2.51% 1.89, 3.13), respectively. Subgroup analysis based on continent revealed higher in Asia Africa. Factors like being female, HbA1c ≥ 7%, DM duration > 5 years, family history TD, central obesity, smoking, presence retinopathy, neuropathy associated TD. Conclusion current systematic review meta-analysis showed that TD’s relatively than general population. Therefore, regular screening should done patients.

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Obesity and Obesity-Related Thyroid Dysfunction: Any Potential Role for the Very Low-Calorie Ketogenic Diet (VLCKD)? DOI Creative Commons
Sebastián Chapela, Alison Simancas-Racines, Florencia Ceriani

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Current Nutrition Reports, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 13(2), P. 194 - 213

Published: March 25, 2024

Abstract Purpose of Review This review aims to explore in-depth the different aspects association between very low-calorie ketogenic diet (VLCKD), obesity and obesity-related thyroid dysfunction. Recent Findings The VLCKD, proposed as a non-pharmacological strategy for management certain chronic diseases, is becoming increasingly popular worldwide. Initially used treat epilepsy, it has been shown be effective in controlling body weight gain addressing various pathophysiological conditions. Research that low-calorie, high-fat can affect hormone levels. Weight loss also influence Studies have suggested long-term use VLCKD refractory epilepsy may related development hypothyroidism, with an effect seen populations. In particular, women following tend reduced T3 Summary We propose further research unravel underlying mechanisms linking

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Environmental Factors That Affect Parathyroid Hormone and Calcitonin Levels DOI Open Access
Mirjana Babić Leko, Nikolina Pleić, Ivana Gunjača

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International Journal of Molecular Sciences, Journal Year: 2021, Volume and Issue: 23(1), P. 44 - 44

Published: Dec. 21, 2021

Calciotropic hormones, parathyroid hormone (PTH) and calcitonin are involved in the regulation of bone mineral metabolism maintenance calcium phosphate homeostasis body. Therefore, an understanding environmental genetic factors influencing PTH levels is crucial. Genetic estimated to account for 60% variations levels, while background interindividual has not yet been studied. In this review, we analyzed literature discussing influence (lifestyle pollutants) on levels. Among lifestyle factors, smoking, body mass index (BMI), diet, alcohol, exercise were analyzed; among pollutants, heavy metals chemicals analyzed. Lifestyle that showed clearest association with BMI, exercise, micronutrients taken from diet (vitamin D calcium). Smoking, vitamin D, intake led a decrease higher BMI increase terms exposure cadmium lead increased Several studies have investigated effect humans. Compared studies, smaller number which gives great variability results. Only few pollutants The factor relationship was smoking (smokers had levels). Given importance maintaining metabolism, additional could affect

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Cadmium induces testosterone synthesis disorder by testicular cell damage via TLR4/MAPK/NF-κB signaling pathway leading to reduced sexual behavior in piglets DOI Creative Commons
Yulong Li, Yue Zhang, Rui Feng

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Ecotoxicology and Environmental Safety, Journal Year: 2022, Volume and Issue: 233, P. 113345 - 113345

Published: Feb. 23, 2022

Cadmium (Cd) is a highly toxic metal pollutant that can endanger the life and health of animals. Toll-like receptor 4 (TLR4) result in testicular cell damage by positively regulating mitogen-activated protein kinase (MAPK)/nuclear factor-kappaB (NF-κB) signaling pathway. Meanwhile, Testosterone (T) synthesis disorder affect sexual behavior. However, harmful influence Cd on animal behavior during its growth development role TLR4/MAPK/NF-κB pathway testosterone production remained poorly understood. Forty-two-day-old male piglets were fed with diets contained CdCl2 (20 mg Cd/kg) for 40 days to explore effects The results showed activated TLR4, promoted MAPK (p-ERK, p-JNK, p-p38)/NF-κB expression, induced apoptosis (Caspase-3, Cleaved Caspase3, Bax, Cyt-c, Caspase-9 expression increased, but Bcl-2 decreased) necroptosis (MLKL, RIPK1, RIPK3 increased) piglet testis. In addition, exposure decreased mRNA STAR, CYP11A1, 3β-HSD, CYP17A1, 17β-HSD testis concentrations T thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH). Both levels major genes pathway, increased significantly gradually pig Leydig cells cultured vitro after being treated different Cd. Moreover, reduced (the parameters sniffing, chin resting, mounting piglets. conclusion, via leading reduction

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Polycystic ovary syndrome and thyroid disorder: a comprehensive narrative review of the literature DOI Creative Commons
Stefano Palomba, Carla Colombo, Andrea Busnelli

et al.

Frontiers in Endocrinology, Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: 14

Published: Aug. 11, 2023

Background Published data on the relationship between polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and thyroid dysfunction are sparse confusing. Objective To comprehensively review available in literature regarding PCOS function, its abnormalities. Methods Nine main areas of interest were identified analyzed according to evidence: 1) Evaluation function for diagnosis; 2) Epidemiology function/disorders patients with PCOS, vice versa; 3) Experimental supporting PCOS; 4) Effects features, 5) Effect alterations cardiometabolic risk women 6) abnormalities reproductive outcomes 7) Relationship function/abnormalities who undergoing fertility treatment; 8) treatments diseases 9) function. An extensive search specific keywords was performed articles published from 1970 March 2023 using PubMed Web Science. Data reported a narrative fashion. Results is diagnosis exclusion which possible only after excluding disorders that mimic phenotype, including dysfunctions. However, tests cutoff values used this not specified. Many experimental clinical suggest perturbations PCOS. Direct unequivocal evidence effects features lacking. High thyroid-stimulating hormone levels subclinical hypothyroidism may be associated significant worsening several intermediate endpoints Thyroid worsen outcomes, especially treatment. date, there no demonstrating efficacy medications Lifestyle modification changes, metformin, vitamin D seem improve general population. Conclusion closely related, their coexistence identify higher metabolic risk. Regular screening thyroid-specific autoantibodies particularly before during pregnancy, highly recommended.

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