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Front Immunol ; 15: 1470328, 2024.
Artículo en Inglés | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-39380995

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Introduction: Multiple myeloma (MM) is an incurable hematological malignancy with high chromosome instability and heavy dependence on the immunosuppressive bone marrow microenvironment. P53 mutations are adverse prognostic factors in MM; however, clinically, some patients without P53 mutations also exhibit aggressive disease progression. DNp73, an inhibitor of TP53 tumor suppressor family members, drives drug resistance and cancer progression in several solid malignancies. Nevertheless, the biological functions of DNp73 and the molecular mechanisms in myelomagenesis remain unclear. Methods: The effects of DNp73 on proliferation and drug sensitivity were assessed using flow cytometry and xenograft models. To investigate the mechanisms of drug resistance, RNA-seq and ChIP-seq analyses were performed in MM cell lines, with validation by Western blot and RT-qPCR. Immunofluorescence and transwell assays were used to assess DNA damage and cell invasion in MM cells. Additionally, in vitro phagocytosis assays were conducted to confirm the role of DNp73 in immune evasion. Results: Our study found that activation of NF-κB-p65 in multiple myeloma cells with different p53 mutation statuses upregulates DNp73 expression at the transcriptional level. Forced expression of DNp73 promoted aggressive proliferation and multidrug resistance in MM cells. Bulk RNA-seq analysis was conducted to assess the levels of MYCN, MYC, and CDK7. A ChIP-qPCR assay was used to reveal that DNp73 acts as a transcription factor regulating MYCN gene expression. Bulk RNA-seq analysis demonstrated increased levels of MYCN, MYC, and CDK7 with forced DNp73 expression in MM cells. A ChIP-qPCR assay revealed that DNp73 upregulates MYCN gene expression as a transcription factor. Additionally, DNp73 promoted immune evasion of MM cells by upregulating MYC target genes CD47 and PD-L1. Blockade of the CD47/SIRPα and PD-1/PD-L1 signaling pathways by the SIRPα-Fc fusion protein IMM01 and monoclonal antibody atezolizumab significantly restored the anti-MM activity of macrophages and T cells in the microenvironment, respectively. Discussion: In summary, our study demonstrated for the first time that the p53 family member DNp73 remarkably induces proliferation, drug resistance, and immune escape of myeloma cells by directly targeting MYCN and regulating the MYC pathway. The oncogenic function of DNp73 is independent of p53 status in MM cells. These data contribute to a better understanding of the function of TP53 and its family members in tumorigenesis. Moreover, our study clarified that DNp73 overexpression not only promotes aggressive growth of tumor cells but, more importantly, promotes immune escape of MM cells through upregulation of immune checkpoints. DNp73 could serve as a biomarker for immunotherapy targeting PD-L1 and CD47 blockade in MM patients.


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Mieloma Múltiple , Proteína Proto-Oncogénica N-Myc , Proteínas Proto-Oncogénicas c-myc , Proteína Tumoral p73 , Mieloma Múltiple/inmunología , Mieloma Múltiple/genética , Mieloma Múltiple/patología , Humanos , Proteína Proto-Oncogénica N-Myc/genética , Animales , Línea Celular Tumoral , Ratones , Proteínas Proto-Oncogénicas c-myc/genética , Proteínas Proto-Oncogénicas c-myc/metabolismo , Proteína Tumoral p73/genética , Proteína Tumoral p73/inmunología , Proliferación Celular , Transducción de Señal , Regulación Neoplásica de la Expresión Génica , Escape del Tumor , Progresión de la Enfermedad , Resistencia a Antineoplásicos/genética , Microambiente Tumoral/inmunología , Microambiente Tumoral/genética
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Leukemia ; 2024 Oct 08.
Artículo en Inglés | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-39375514

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The paucity of essential thrombocythemia (ET) and prefibrotic primary myelofibrosis (pre-PMF) in individuals younger than 18 years highlights several unresolved issues in diagnosis, clinical outcomes, and treatment strategies. To address these knowledge gaps, we analyzed a large bidirectional cohort consisting of childhood and adolescent ET (CAA-ET, n = 156) and pre-PMF (CAA-preMF, n = 13), as well as adult ET (n = 349). We introduced immunophenotypic abnormalities as novel clonal markers in CAA-ET and CAA-preMF, establishing a comprehensive method for clonal marker detection that integrated driver and non-driver mutations, positive endogenous erythroid colony formation, immunophenotypic abnormalities, and chromosomal aberrations. Next-generation sequencing revealed distinct mutational profiles between CAA-ET and adult ET, along with different age-related trends in the distribution of driver mutations. Venous thrombosis was more prevalent in CAA-ET, with JAK2 V617F emerging as a potential risk factor (P = 0.018). Immunophenotypic abnormalities were identified as risk factors for disease progression (P = 0.027). Significant differences between expected and actual treatment practices were identified. Compared to CAA-ET, CAA-preMF demonstrated poorer progression-free survival (P < 0.001) and faster disease progression (P = 0.019). This study provides a critical foundation for refining diagnostic, prognostic, and therapeutic approaches for CAA-ET and CAA-preMF.

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Br J Haematol ; 2024 Sep 10.
Artículo en Inglés | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-39253817

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Primary immune thrombocytopenia (ITP) is an autoimmune bleeding disorder, and chemokines have been shown to be dysregulated in autoimmune disorders. We conducted a prospective analysis to identify potential chemokines that could enhance the diagnostic accuracy and bleeding evaluation in ITP patients. In the discovery cohort, a Luminex-based assay was employed to quantify concentrations of plasma multiple chemokines. These levels were subjected to comparative analysis using a cohort of 60 ITP patients and 17 patients with thrombocytopenia other than ITP (non-ITP). Additionally, comparative evaluation was conducted between a subgroup of 12 ITP patients characterised by bleeding episodes (ITP-B, as defined by an ITP-2016 bleeding grade ≥2) and 33 ITP patients without bleeding episodes (ITP-NB, as defined by an ITP-2016 bleeding grade ≤1). Machine learning algorithms further identified CCL20, interleukin-2, CCL26, CCL25, and CXCL1 as promising indicators for accurate diagnosis of ITP and CCL21, CXCL8, CXCL10, CCL8, CCL3, and CCL15 as biomarkers for assessing bleeding risk in ITP patients. The results were confirmed using enzyme-linked immunosorbent assays in a validation cohort (43 ITP patients and 19 non-ITP patients). Overall, the findings suggest that specific chemokines show promise as potential biomarkers for diagnosis and bleeding evaluation in ITP patients.

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ACS Appl Mater Interfaces ; 16(37): 49733-49744, 2024 Sep 18.
Artículo en Inglés | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-39231365

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This paper presents a comprehensive study of the structural optimization of polyimide-film (PI-film) capacitive humidity sensors, with a focus on enhancing their performance for application in new energy vehicles (NEVs). Given the critical role of humidity sensors in ensuring the safety and efficiency of vehicle operations─particularly in monitoring lithium-ion battery systems─the study explores the intricate relationship between the interdigitated electrode (IDE) dimensions and the PI-film thickness to optimize sensor responsiveness and reliability. Through a combination of COMSOL Multiphysics simulations (a powerful finite element analysis, solver, and simulation software) and experimental validation, the research identifies the optimal geometrical combination that maximizes the sensitivity and minimizes the response time. The fabrication process is streamlined for batch preparation, leveraging the spin-coating process to achieve consistent and reliable PI films. Extensive characterizations confirm the superior morphology, chemical composition, and humidity-sensing capabilities of the developed sensors. Practical performance tests further validate their exceptional repeatability, long-term stability, low hysteresis, and excellent selectivity, underpinning their suitability for automotive applications. The final explanation of the sensing mechanism provides a solid theoretical foundation for observed performance improvements. This work not only advances the field of humidity sensing for vehicle safety but also offers a robust theoretical and practical framework for the batch preparation of PI-film humidity sensors, promising enhanced safety and reliability for NEVs.

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Clin Cancer Res ; 2024 Sep 27.
Artículo en Inglés | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-39330983

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PURPOSE: Triple-negative (TN) essential thrombocytopenia (ET) is characterized by the absence of driver mutations while retaining histological and phenotypic characteristics sufficient for an ET diagnosis. Our understanding of TN-ET and its platelet activation remains incomplete. We carried out a large-scale multi-center clinical analysis to analyze the clinical and molecular characteristics, thrombotic complications of TN-ET. We also related the above characteristics to platelet activation to further explore the thrombosis mechanism of TN-ET. EXPERIMENTAL DESIGN: A retrospective multicenter study was conducted on 138 TN-ET and 759 ET patients with driver mutations from 1 March 2012 to 1 December 2021. The clinical and molecular characteristics of the TN-ET were summarized. Additionally, platelet activation, apoptosis, and reactive oxygen species (ROS) levels were analyzed in 73 TN-ET patients from this cohort and compared to 41 age- and sex-matched healthy donors. RESULTS: Compared to patients with the JAK2V617F mutation, those with triple-negative mutation were younger (P < 0.001) and exhibited fewer thrombotic events before diagnosis (P < 0.001) and during follow-up (P = 0.039). Patients with triple-negative mutation also presented with significantly reduced CD62P expression in platelets (P = 0.031), slightly reduced calcium concentration in platelets (P = 0.063), increased mitochondrial membrane potential (P = 0.011), reduced phosphatidylserine exposure (P = 0.015), reduced levels of ROS (P = 0.043) and MitoSOX in platelets (P = 0.047). CONCLUSIONS: In comparison to JAK2V617F-mutated ET, TN-ET is associated with lower platelet ROS levels, which leads to reduced platelet activation and consequently a lower risk of thrombosis.

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Clin Exp Med ; 24(1): 154, 2024 Jul 08.
Artículo en Inglés | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38972952

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Essential thrombocythemia (ET) and prefibrotic primary myelofibrosis (pre-PMF) are Philadelphia chromosome-negative myeloproliferative neoplasms. These conditions share overlapping clinical presentations; however, their prognoses differ significantly. Current morphological diagnostic methods lack reliability in subtype differentiation, underlining the need for improved diagnostics. The aim of this study was to investigate the multi-omics alterations in bone marrow biopsies of patients with ET and pre-PMF to improve our understanding of the nuanced diagnostic characteristics of both diseases. We performed proteomic analysis with 4D direct data-independent acquisition and microbiome analysis with 2bRAD-M sequencing technology to identify differential protein and microbe levels between untreated patients with ET and pre-PMF. Laboratory and multi-omics differences were observed between ET and pre-PMF, encompassing diverse pathways, such as lipid metabolism and immune response. The pre-PMF group showed an increased neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio and decreased high-density lipoprotein and cholesterol levels. Protein analysis revealed significantly higher CXCR2, CXCR4, and MX1 levels in pre-PMF, while APOC3, APOA4, FABP4, C5, and CFB levels were elevated in ET, with diagnostic accuracy indicated by AUC values ranging from 0.786 to 0.881. Microbiome assessment identified increased levels of Mycobacterium, Xanthobacter, and L1I39 in pre-PMF, whereas Sphingomonas, Brevibacillus, and Pseudomonas_E were significantly decreased, with AUCs for these genera ranging from 0.833 to 0.929. Our study provides preliminary insights into the proteomic and microbiome variations in the bone marrow of patients with ET and pre-PMF, identifying specific proteins and bacterial genera that warrant further investigation as potential diagnostic indicators. These observations contribute to our evolving understanding of the multi-omics variations and possible mechanisms underlying ET and pre-PMF.


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Médula Ósea , Mielofibrosis Primaria , Proteómica , Trombocitemia Esencial , Femenino , Humanos , Masculino , Persona de Mediana Edad , Biopsia , Médula Ósea/patología , Médula Ósea/microbiología , Diagnóstico Diferencial , Microbiota , Multiómica , Mielofibrosis Primaria/patología , Trombocitemia Esencial/patología , Trombocitemia Esencial/diagnóstico , Trombocitemia Esencial/genética
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N Engl J Med ; 390(23): 2178-2190, 2024 Jun 20.
Artículo en Inglés | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38899695

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BACKGROUND: Immune thrombocytopenia (ITP) is an autoimmune disease characterized by autoantibody-mediated platelet destruction. Treatment with CM313, a novel anti-CD38 monoclonal antibody, can result in targeted clearance of CD38-positive cells, including plasma cells. METHODS: We conducted a phase 1-2, open-label study to evaluate the safety and efficacy of CM313 in adult patients with ITP. CM313 was administered intravenously at a dose of 16 mg per kilogram of body weight every week for 8 weeks, followed by a 16-week follow-up period. The primary outcomes were adverse events and documentation of two or more consecutive platelet counts of at least 50×109 per liter within 8 weeks after the first dose of CM313. The status of peripheral-blood immune cells in patients and changes in the mononuclear phagocytic system in passive mouse models of ITP receiving anti-CD38 therapy were monitored. RESULTS: Of the 22 patients included in the study, 21 (95%) had two consecutive platelet counts of at least 50×109 per liter during the treatment period, with a median cumulative response duration of 23 weeks (interquartile range, 17 to 24). The median time to the first platelet count of at least 50×109 per liter was 1 week (range, 1 to 3). The most common adverse events that occurred during the study were infusion-related reaction (in 32% of the patients) and upper respiratory tract infection (in 32%). After CD38-targeted therapy, the percentage of CD56dimCD16+ natural killer cells, the expression of CD32b on monocytes in peripheral blood, and the number of macrophages in the spleen of the passive mouse models of ITP all decreased. CONCLUSIONS: In this study, anti-CD38 targeted therapy rapidly boosted platelet levels by inhibiting antibody-dependent cell-mediated cytotoxicity on platelets, maintained long-term efficacy by clearing plasma cells, and was associated with mainly low-grade toxic effects. (Funded by the Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences Innovation Fund for Medical Sciences and others; ClinicalTrials.gov number, NCT05694767).


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Anticuerpos Monoclonales , Púrpura Trombocitopénica Idiopática , Adulto , Anciano , Animales , Femenino , Humanos , Masculino , Ratones , Persona de Mediana Edad , Anticuerpos Monoclonales/uso terapéutico , Anticuerpos Monoclonales/efectos adversos , Recuento de Plaquetas , Púrpura Trombocitopénica Idiopática/tratamiento farmacológico , Púrpura Trombocitopénica Idiopática/inmunología
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ACS Chem Biol ; 19(6): 1339-1350, 2024 Jun 21.
Artículo en Inglés | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38829020

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N-Pyridinylthiophene carboxamide (compound 21) displays activity against peripheral nerve sheath cancer cells and mouse xenografts by an unknown mechanism. Through medicinal chemistry, we identified a more active derivative, compound 9, and found that only analogues with structures similar to nicotinamide retained activity. Genetic screens using compound 9 found that both NAMPT and NMNAT1, enzymes in the NAD salvage pathway, are necessary for activity. Compound 9 is metabolized by NAMPT and NMNAT1 into an adenine dinucleotide (AD) derivative in a cell-free system, cultured cells, and mice, and inhibition of this metabolism blocked compound activity. AD analogues derived from compound 9 inhibit IMPDH in vitro and cause cell death by inhibiting IMPDH in cells. These findings nominate these compounds as preclinical candidates for the development of tumor-activated IMPDH inhibitors to treat neuronal cancers.


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NAD , Niacinamida , Tiofenos , Animales , NAD/metabolismo , Humanos , Ratones , Niacinamida/análogos & derivados , Niacinamida/metabolismo , Niacinamida/farmacología , Niacinamida/química , Tiofenos/farmacología , Tiofenos/química , Tiofenos/metabolismo , Línea Celular Tumoral , IMP Deshidrogenasa/antagonistas & inhibidores , IMP Deshidrogenasa/metabolismo , Antineoplásicos/farmacología , Antineoplásicos/química , Nicotinamida Fosforribosiltransferasa/metabolismo , Nicotinamida Fosforribosiltransferasa/antagonistas & inhibidores , Neoplasias de la Vaina del Nervio/tratamiento farmacológico , Neoplasias de la Vaina del Nervio/metabolismo , Neoplasias de la Vaina del Nervio/patología , Inhibidores Enzimáticos/farmacología , Inhibidores Enzimáticos/química , Nicotinamida-Nucleótido Adenililtransferasa/metabolismo , Nicotinamida-Nucleótido Adenililtransferasa/antagonistas & inhibidores
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Signal Transduct Target Ther ; 9(1): 102, 2024 Apr 23.
Artículo en Inglés | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38653983

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Patients with refractory immune thrombocytopenia (ITP) frequently encounter substantial bleeding risks and demonstrate limited responsiveness to existing therapies. Umbilical cord-derived mesenchymal stem cells (UC-MSCs) present a promising alternative, capitalizing on their low immunogenicity and potent immunomodulatory effects for treating diverse autoimmune disorders. This prospective phase I trial enrolled eighteen eligible patients to explore the safety and efficacy of UC-MSCs in treating refractory ITP. The research design included administering UC-MSCs at escalating doses of 0.5 × 106 cells/kg, 1.0 × 106 cells/kg, and 2.0 × 106 cells/kg weekly for four consecutive weeks across three cohorts during the dose-escalation phase, followed by a dose of 2.0 × 106 cells/kg weekly for the dose-expansion phase. Adverse events, platelet counts, and changes in peripheral blood immunity were monitored and recorded throughout the administration and follow-up period. Ultimately, 12 (with an addition of three patients in the 2.0 × 106 cells/kg group due to dose-limiting toxicity) and six patients were enrolled in the dose-escalation and dose-expansion phase, respectively. Thirteen patients (13/18, 72.2%) experienced one or more treatment emergent adverse events. Serious adverse events occurred in four patients (4/18, 22.2%), including gastrointestinal hemorrhage (2/4), profuse menstruation (1/4), and acute myocardial infarction (1/4). The response rates were 41.7% in the dose-escalation phase (5/12, two received 1.0 × 106 cells/kg per week, and three received 2.0 × 106 cells/kg per week) and 50.0% (3/6) in the dose-expansion phase. The overall response rate was 44.4% (8/18) among all enrolled patients. To sum up, UC-MSCs are effective and well tolerated in treating refractory ITP (ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT04014166).


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Trasplante de Células Madre Mesenquimatosas , Células Madre Mesenquimatosas , Púrpura Trombocitopénica Idiopática , Humanos , Femenino , Masculino , Púrpura Trombocitopénica Idiopática/terapia , Púrpura Trombocitopénica Idiopática/inmunología , Persona de Mediana Edad , Adulto , Trasplante de Células Madre Mesenquimatosas/efectos adversos , Células Madre Mesenquimatosas/inmunología , Cordón Umbilical/citología , Estudios Prospectivos , Anciano
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Front Genet ; 15: 1293477, 2024.
Artículo en Inglés | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38482383

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Studying how populations in various environments differ genetically is crucial for gaining insights into the evolution of biodiversity. In order to pinpoint potential indicators of divergence and adaptation to diverse environments, we conducted a comprehensive analysis of 3,491,868 single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) derived from five populations of Brachymystax lenok. We discovered significant geographic divergence among these 5 populations, which lack evidence of gene flow among them. Our results further demonstrated that the current distribution pattern of Brachymystax lenok are driven by geographical isolation and changes in oceans and rivers. We also performed genome-wide scan and identified the genes evolved to adapt the different environments, including stress response. In general, these results provide genomic support for high-level genetic divergence and the genetic basis of adaptation to different environments.

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Br J Haematol ; 204(6): 2405-2417, 2024 Jun.
Artículo en Inglés | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38438130

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Immune thrombocytopenia (ITP) is an autoimmune disease characterized by antibody-mediated platelet destruction and impaired platelet production. The mechanisms underlying ITP and biomarkers predicting the response of drug treatments are elusive. We performed a metabolomic profiling of bone marrow biopsy samples collected from ITP patients admission in a prospective study of the National Longitudinal Cohort of Hematological Diseases. Machine learning algorithms were conducted to discover novel biomarkers to predict ITP patient treatment responses. From the bone marrow biopsies of 91 ITP patients, we quantified a total of 4494 metabolites, including 1456 metabolites in the positive mode and 3038 metabolites in the negative mode. Metabolic patterns varied significantly between groups of newly diagnosed and chronic ITP, with a total of 876 differential metabolites involved in 181 unique metabolic pathways. Enrichment factors and p-values revealed the top metabolically enriched pathways to be sphingolipid metabolism, the sphingolipid signalling pathway, ubiquinone and other terpenoid-quinone biosynthesis, thiamine metabolism, tryptophan metabolism and cofactors biosynthesis, the phospholipase D signalling pathway and the phosphatidylinositol signalling system. Based on patient responses to five treatment options, we screened several metabolites using the Boruta algorithm and ranked their importance using the random forest algorithm. Lipids and their metabolism, including long-chain fatty acids, oxidized lipids, glycerophospholipids, phosphatidylcholine and phosphatidylethanolamine biosynthesis, helped differentiate drug treatment responses. In conclusion, this study revealed metabolic alterations associated with ITP in bone marrow supernatants and a potential biomarker predicting the response to ITP.


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Aprendizaje Automático , Metabolómica , Púrpura Trombocitopénica Idiopática , Humanos , Púrpura Trombocitopénica Idiopática/metabolismo , Púrpura Trombocitopénica Idiopática/tratamiento farmacológico , Púrpura Trombocitopénica Idiopática/sangre , Estudios Prospectivos , Masculino , Femenino , Persona de Mediana Edad , Metabolómica/métodos , Adulto , Anciano , Biomarcadores , Metaboloma , Redes y Vías Metabólicas , Resultado del Tratamiento , Médula Ósea/metabolismo , Médula Ósea/patología
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Br J Haematol ; 204(6): 2418-2428, 2024 Jun.
Artículo en Inglés | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38513635

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This study aimed to identify key proteomic analytes correlated with response to splenectomy in primary immune thrombocytopenia (ITP). Thirty-four patients were retrospectively collected in the training cohort and 26 were prospectively enrolled as validation cohort. Bone marrow biopsy samples of all participants were collected prior to the splenectomy. A total of 12 modules of proteins were identified by weighted gene co-expression network analysis (WGCNA) method in the developed cohort. The tan module positively correlated with megakaryocyte counts before splenectomy (r = 0.38, p = 0.027), and time to peak platelet level after splenectomy (r = 0.47, p = 0.005). The blue module significantly correlated with response to splenectomy (r = 0.37, p = 0.0031). KEGG pathways analysis found that the PI3K-Akt signalling pathway was predominantly enriched in the tan module, while ribosomal and spliceosome pathways were enriched in the blue module. Machine learning algorithm identified the optimal combination of biomarkers from the blue module in the training cohort, and importantly, cofilin-1 (CFL1) was independently confirmed in the validation cohort. The C-index of CFL1 was >0.7 in both cohorts. Our results highlight the use of bone marrow proteomics analysis for deriving key analytes that predict the response to splenectomy, warranting further exploration of plasma proteomics in this patient population.


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Aprendizaje Automático , Proteómica , Púrpura Trombocitopénica Idiopática , Esplenectomía , Humanos , Masculino , Femenino , Proteómica/métodos , Púrpura Trombocitopénica Idiopática/cirugía , Púrpura Trombocitopénica Idiopática/sangre , Púrpura Trombocitopénica Idiopática/genética , Adulto , Persona de Mediana Edad , Biomarcadores/sangre , Anciano , Estudios Retrospectivos
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Bioorg Med Chem Lett ; 99: 129624, 2024 Feb 01.
Artículo en Inglés | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38272190

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A structurally novel class of benzo- or pyrido-fused 1,3-dihydro-2H-imidazole-2-imines was designed and evaluated in an inositol phosphate accumulation assay for Gq signaling to measure agonistic activation of the orexin receptor type 2 (OX2R). These compounds were synthesized in 4-9 steps overall from readily available starting materials. Analogs that contain a stereogenic methyl or cyclopropyl substituent at the benzylic center, and a correctly configured alkyl ether, alkoxyalkyl ether, cyanoalkyl ether, or α-hydroxyacetamido substituted homobenzylic sidechain were identified as the most potent activators of OX2R coupled Gq signaling. Our results also indicate that agonistic activity was stereospecific at both the benzylic and homobenzylic stereogenic centra. We identified methoxyethoxy-substituted pyrido-fused dihydroimidazolimine analog 63c containing a stereogenic benzylic methyl group was the most potent agonist, registering a respectable EC50 of 339 nM and a maximal response (Emax) of 96 % in this assay. In vivo pharmacokinetic analysis indicated good brain exposure for several analogs. Our combined results provide important information towards a structurally novel class of orexin receptor agonists distinct from current chemotypes.


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Imidazoles , Iminas , Receptores de Orexina/agonistas , Iminas/farmacología , Imidazoles/farmacología , Piridinas , Éteres
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Quintessence Int ; 55(2): 120-128, 2024 Feb 28.
Artículo en Inglés | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-37870595

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OBJECTIVES: The role of antibiotics as an adjunct to nonsurgical peri-implantitis treatment approaches has not reached a consensus. This meta-analysis aimed to review the adjunctive effect of systemic use of metronidazole and amoxicillin in patients with peri-implantitis. METHOD AND MATERIALS: PubMed, Embase, and the Cochrane Library were searched for randomized controlled trials published from inception to January 2023. RESULTS: A total of five clinical trials with a total of 211 patients were included in the analyses. No significant difference was found in the reduction of probing pocket depth at 3 and 6 months of follow-up (3 months: weighted mean difference [WMD] = -0.336, 95% CI -0.966 to 0.233, P = .231; 6 months: WMD = -0.533, 95% CI -1.654 to 0.587, P = .351). A statistically significant difference was found at 12 months of follow-up (WMD = -1.327, 95% CI -1.803 to -0.852, P < .001) between the treatment and control groups. The combined results indicated that the differences in reduction of bleeding on probing, Plaque Index score, and bone level at 6 months of follow-up were significant (P < .05). CONCLUSION: The study demonstrated that the adjunctive use of systemic metronidazole and amoxicillin did not significantly improve probing pocket depth compared to nonsurgical treatment alone, and should not be routinely recommended. However, the significant reductions in bleeding on probing, Plaque Index, and bone level at 6 months may indicate a potential effect of treating peri-implantitis with adjunctive systemic metronidazole and amoxicillin.


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Implantes Dentales , Periimplantitis , Humanos , Periimplantitis/tratamiento farmacológico , Antibacterianos/uso terapéutico , Metronidazol/uso terapéutico , Ensayos Clínicos Controlados Aleatorios como Asunto , Amoxicilina/uso terapéutico
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Nat Commun ; 14(1): 4373, 2023 07 20.
Artículo en Inglés | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-37474525

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Mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) possess potent immunomodulatory activity and have been extensively investigated for their therapeutic potential in treating inflammatory disorders. However, the mechanisms underlying the immunosuppressive function of MSCs are not fully understood, hindering the development of standardized MSC-based therapies for clinical use. In this study, we profile the single-cell transcriptomes of MSCs isolated from adipose tissue (AD), bone marrow (BM), placental chorionic membrane (PM), and umbilical cord (UC). Our results demonstrate that MSCs undergo a progressive aging process and that the cellular senescence state influences their immunosuppressive activity by downregulating PD-L1 expression. Through integrated analysis of single-cell transcriptomic and proteomic data, we identify GATA2 as a regulator of MSC senescence and PD-L1 expression. Overall, our findings highlight the roles of cell aging and PD-L1 expression in modulating the immunosuppressive efficacy of MSCs and implicating perinatal MSC therapy for clinical applications in inflammatory disorders.


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Antígeno B7-H1 , Células Madre Mesenquimatosas , Humanos , Femenino , Embarazo , Regulación hacia Abajo , Antígeno B7-H1/genética , Antígeno B7-H1/metabolismo , Multiómica , Proteómica , Placenta/metabolismo , Senescencia Celular/genética , Células Madre Mesenquimatosas/metabolismo
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J Thromb Thrombolysis ; 56(2): 291-300, 2023 Aug.
Artículo en Inglés | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-37249742

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The current study involving 318 essential thrombocythemia (ET) patients with prior thrombosis was designed to identify risk factors that were predictive of recurrent thrombosis. The whole cohort was randomly split into derivation and validation cohorts. The random forest method, support vector machine with built-in recursive feature elimination model, and logistic multivariable analysis were performed in the derivation cohort, and cardiovascular risk factor (CVF) and RBC distribution width with standard deviation (RDW-SD) were finally selected as independent predictors. Subsequently we devise a 3-tiered model (low risk: 0 points; intermediate risk: 1-1.5 points; and high risk: 2.5 points) and it showed good discrimination in all cohorts. Moreover, the model was significantly correlated with rethrombosis-free survival (rTFS) (p = 0.0007 in the derivation cohort; p = 0.0019 in the validation cohort). In the whole cohort, cytoreductive therapy was more effective than antiplatelet agents alone for 10-year rTFS (p = 0.0336). No significant difference in 10-year rTFS was observed among interferon (IFN), hydroxyurea (HU), and IFN + HU therapy (p = 0.444). The present study helps identify individuals who need close monitoring and provides valuable risk signals for recurrence in ET patients with prior thrombosis.


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Trombocitemia Esencial , Trombosis , Humanos , Adulto , Trombocitemia Esencial/complicaciones , Trombocitemia Esencial/tratamiento farmacológico , Trombosis/etiología , Hidroxiurea/uso terapéutico , Factores de Riesgo , Inhibidores de Agregación Plaquetaria/uso terapéutico
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Res Pract Thromb Haemost ; 7(3): 100132, 2023 Mar.
Artículo en Inglés | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-37113987

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Background: Thrombosis is an important cause of death in patients with polycythemia vera (PV). The conventional stratification of thrombosis may ignore some potential risk factors. Objectives: This study aimed to develop and validate a multiple factor-based prediction model of thrombosis for the 2016 World Health Organization-dened PV. Methods: Clinical and next-generation sequencing data from 2 cohorts of patients with PV were analyzed. Multivariable Cox regression analyses were conducted for the identification of thrombotic risk factors and model development. Results: The study involved 372 patients in the training cohort and another 195 patients in the external validation cohort. Multivariable analyses indicated that age ≥60 years (hazard ratio [HR] 2.56, 95% CI 1.51-4.35, P < .001), cardiovascular risk factors (HR 4.22, 95% CI 2.00-8.92, P < .001), at least 1 high-risk mutation for thrombosis (mutations in DNMT3A, ASXL1, or BCOR/BCORL1) (HR 4.35, 95% CI 2.62-7.21, P < .001), and previous thrombosis (HR 5.93, 95% CI 3.29-10.68, P < .001) were independent risk factors of thrombosis. After assigning coefficient-weighted scores to each risk factor mentioned above, a multiple factor-based prognostic score system of thrombosis (MFPS-PV) was developed, classifying patients into low-risk, intermediate-risk, and high-risk groups. Patients in the 3 groups had notably different thrombosis-free survival rates (P < .001). The MFPS-PV outperformed the conventional model in discrimination power (C-statistic: 0.87 [95% CI 0.83-0.91] vs 0.80 [95% CI 0.74-0.86]). The MFPS-PV was well calibrated and remained consistent during external validation. Conclusion: The MFPS-PV, integrating genetic and clinical characteristics for the first time, shows excellent accuracy and utility for thrombosis prediction in WHO-defined PV.

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