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PURPOSE: The aim of this study was to investigate the effect of berberine (BBR) on oxidative stress in an experimental testicular I/R injury model. METHODS: Eighteen rats were divided into three groups: control group, torsion-detorsion (T/D) group, and BBRâ¯+â¯T/D group. In the pre-treatment of the BBR group, 200â¯mg/kg BBR was given intraperitoneally 30â¯min before detorsion. Tissue malondialdehyde (MDA), total oxidant status (TOS), and total antioxidant status (TAS) levels were determined using colorimetric methods. Histological evaluation of the tissue samples was evaluated using hematoxylin-eosin staining. RESULTS: In T/D group, tissue MDA, TOS, and oxidative stress index levels were higher than control group. These increases were significantly reversed with BBR pre-treatment. Although Johnsen scores were lower in T/D group than the control group, BBR pre-treatment recovered the Johnsen scores. CONCLUSION: These results suggest that BBR can inhibit I/R-induced testicular injury by suppressing oxidative stress. Further studies may prove that BBR is a useful agent as an adjunctive treatment in surgical repair in human cases.
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Antioxidantes/uso terapêutico , Berberina/uso terapêutico , Estresse Oxidativo/efeitos dos fármacos , Traumatismo por Reperfusão/tratamento farmacológico , Traumatismo por Reperfusão/fisiopatologia , Torção do Cordão Espermático/tratamento farmacológico , Torção do Cordão Espermático/fisiopatologia , Animais , Antioxidantes/metabolismo , Modelos Animais de Doenças , Humanos , Masculino , Malondialdeído/metabolismo , Distribuição Aleatória , Traumatismo por Reperfusão/patologia , Torção do Cordão Espermático/patologiaRESUMO
The purpose of this study was to investigate the effects of a high fat and a high sucrosediet in wild type and BDNF (+/-) mice on oxidative stress in epididymal and subcutaneousadipose tissues by measuring different markers of oxidative stress and antioxidant enzymes. Wild type (WT) and BDNF (+/-) male mice were divided into six groups receiving fed control diet (CD), high sucrose diet (HSD), or high fat diet (HFD) for four months. Levels of 3-nitrotyrosine (3-NT) increased in the HFD-fed BDNF (+/-) mice, while 4-hydroxynonenal (4-HNE) levels increased in the CD and HFD-fed BDNF (+/-) groups. Malondialdehyde (MDA) levels decreased in subcutaneous tissue compared to epididymal adipose tissue, independently of diet type. Superoxide dismutase (SOD) activity was reduced by HFD (pâ¯<â¯0.05), butglutathione peroxidase (GSH-Px) activity was increased by HSD in epididymal adipose tissuein BDNF (+/-) mice (pâ¯<â¯0.05). GSH-Px activities was increased by CD and HFD in subcutaneous adipose tissue of BDNF (+/-) (pâ¯<â¯0.05). SOD2 and GSH-Px3 expressions were only decreased by HSD in epididymal and subcutaneous adipose tissues of BDNF (+/-) mice (pâ¯<â¯0.05). In conclusion, reduced BDNF may increase OS in epididymal adipose tissue, but not in subcutaneous adipose tissue following HSD and HFD.
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Tecido Adiposo/metabolismo , Fator Neurotrófico Derivado do Encéfalo/genética , Dieta Hiperlipídica , Sacarose Alimentar/administração & dosagem , Estresse Oxidativo , Animais , Biomarcadores/metabolismo , Peso Corporal , Glutationa Peroxidase/metabolismo , Masculino , Malondialdeído/metabolismo , Camundongos , Camundongos Endogâmicos C57BL , Camundongos Transgênicos , Superóxido Dismutase/metabolismoRESUMO
BACKGROUND: The aim of the study was to investigate long-term effects of N-acetylcysteine (NAC) on contralateral testes by experimental testicular torsion using histopathologic and biochemical parameters. METHODS: Eighteen rats were randomized and divided into 3 groups. In group 1, the control group (C), laparotomy was performed and the left and right testes were excised 2 months later. In group 2, the torsion and detorsion group (T), the torsion was performed by rotating the left testis 720° to clockwise direction, and then 4 hours later, detorsion was performed; 2 months later, contralateral testes were removed. In group 3, the NAC adding torsion and detorsion group (T+NAC), the torsion was performed by rotating the left testis 720° to clockwise direction, and then 4 hours later, detorsion was performed. N-acetylcysteine was given intraperitoneally 30 minutes before detorsion and following 5 days after detorsion. RESULTS: GPx activities were increased in the T and T+NAC groups compared with the control (P = .008 and P = .016, respectively). Seminiferous tubule diameter thickness is decreased in the torsion group compared with the control group and decreased in the T+NAC group compared with the torsion group (P < .05). CONCLUSION: In the long term as implied from the histopathologic findings, NAC has beneficial effects against contralateral testis tissue injury induced by testicular torsion.
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Acetilcisteína/uso terapêutico , Sequestradores de Radicais Livres/uso terapêutico , Torção do Cordão Espermático/complicações , Doenças Testiculares/prevenção & controle , Animais , Catalase/metabolismo , Modelos Animais de Doenças , Glutationa/metabolismo , Glutationa Peroxidase/metabolismo , Masculino , Malondialdeído/metabolismo , Ratos , Torção do Cordão Espermático/metabolismo , Torção do Cordão Espermático/patologia , Superóxido Dismutase/metabolismo , Doenças Testiculares/etiologia , Fatores de TempoRESUMO
Suicide is a global public health concern, and understanding its multifaceted determinants is crucial for effective prevention. This study was designed to find an answer to the question of whether serum homocysteine level can be a biomarker of suicide attempts. This preliminary study involving 90 participants (45 suicide attempt cases and 45 controls) was conducted at Elazig Fethi Sekin City Hospital. Biochemical analyses were performed to assess serum homocysteine, vitamin B12, and folic acid levels. Statistical analyses, including t-tests, Mann-Whitney U tests, and ROC analysis, were employed to explore differences between groups and assess the diagnostic potential of homocysteine. Elevated homocysteine levels were found in individuals who attempted suicide compared to the control group (p= <0.001). Additionally, lower levels of vitamin B12 (p=<0.001) and folic acid (p=<0.001) were observed in the suicide attempt group. ROC analysis indicated a significant diagnostic potential for homocysteine in predicting suicide attempts (AUC = 0.845, sensitivity = 91%, specificity = 71%). This study establishes a significant association between high homocysteine levels and suicide attempts, accompanied by lower vitamin B12 and folic acid levels. The findings suggest a potential link between disturbances in homocysteine metabolism and suicidal tendencies, urging further research to establish causation and explore therapeutic implications. Consideration of the study's limitations and directions for future research are warranted.
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PURPOSE: The role of BDNF in adipose tissue metabolism is poorly understood. We investigated the effects of decreased levels of BDNF on the expression of major adipokines in different fat depots (e.g., subcutaneous and epididymal) of mouse groups fed three different diet protocols. METHODS: BDNF heterozygous (+ / -) mice were used to evaluate the effect of reduced BDNF levels. Six groups of C57BL/6 J breed wild type (WT) and BDNF (+ / -) mice were formed. These groups were fed, respectively, a control diet (CD), a high-fat diet (HFD), and a high-sucrose diet (HSD) for 4 months. Serum samples and adipose tissues were used for biochemical assays. The serum concentrations and tissue expression levels of leptin, adiponectin, and resistin were measured. RESULTS: Compared to the CD-fed WT group (control group), serum leptin and leptin expression levels were found to be higher in all experimental groups. Serum adiponectin levels were lower in the BDNF (+ / -) groups and HFD-fed WT group than in the control group. Epididymal adiponectin expression was found to be lower in the HFD-fed BDNF (+ / -) group and higher in HSD-fed groups than in the control group. Compared to the control group, adiponectin expression increased in the WT groups in subcutaneous adipose tissue. Serum resistin levels were elevated in the HFD-fed groups. Resistin expression in epididymal adipose tissue was lower in the CD-fed and HFD-fed groups than in the control group. CONCLUSIONS: BDNF levels and diet differentially affect the expression of adipokines in different fat tissues in the body. BDNF may play a protective role in obesity and diabetes.
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Fator Neurotrófico Derivado do Encéfalo/metabolismo , Diabetes Mellitus , Leptina , Adipocinas/metabolismo , Adiponectina , Tecido Adiposo/metabolismo , Animais , Diabetes Mellitus/metabolismo , Dieta Hiperlipídica , Humanos , Camundongos , Camundongos Endogâmicos C57BL , Obesidade/metabolismo , ResistinaRESUMO
The present study was objected to investigate the effect of hazelnut supplemented diet on the levels of oxidative stress and fertility parameters against doxorubicin-induced testicular and epididymal tissue damage of male rats. Rats were randomly divided into four groups (each n = 8), namely control group (CG), doxorubicin group (DG), doxorubicin + hazelnut group (DHG), and doxorubicin + vitamin E group (DEG). This is the first study designed using DHG. Doxorubicin was intraperitoneally injected into all diet groups except CG at a dose of 3 mg/kg body weight on days 1, 7, 14, 21, and 28. In addition, DHG was supplemented with a hazelnut diet at a dose of 3 g/kg body weight/day and vitamin E was added to the drinking water of DEG at a dose of 50 mg/kg body weight/day. DHG reversed the side effects of doxorubicin and positively improved the epididymis sperm quality, testicular and epididymal tissue injury, testosterone level, epididymis oxidative stress index, and lipid peroxidation in male rats. These findings suggest that hazelnut has positive effects against doxorubicin dependent damage on male rats and it may be a promising supplement for amelioration of testicular toxicity. PRACTICAL APPLICATIONS: Hazelnut has numerous positive health effects due to its macronutrients, micronutrients, lipid-soluble compounds and bioactive phenolics. Studies have shown that regular consumption of hazelnut may have a positive effect on lipid parameters, oxidative stress, inflammation markers, and endothelial dysfunction in both healthy people and patients with chronic diseases. Although doxorubicin (Adriamycin, DOX) is an antibiotic that has been widely used in cancer treatment for nearly 30 years, it causes organ toxicity including testicular tissue. Hazelnut may have positive effects on the damage caused by DOX in the reproductive system. However, studies on the effect of hazelnut on male reproductive health are scarce. Therefore, this study provided a basis for the clinical evaluation of the effects of hazelnut on the reproductive system.
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Corylus , Animais , Antioxidantes , Dieta , Doxorrubicina/toxicidade , Humanos , Masculino , Ratos , TestículoRESUMO
The effects of hazelnut supplemented diet on the reproductive system of young and old male rats were investigated. Young male rats were grouped into young control group (YCG) and young hazelnut group (YHG). Old male rats were grouped into old control group (OCG), old hazelnut group (OHG), and old vitamin E group (OEG). While YCG and OCG were given rat feed, YHG and OHG were given rat feed supplemented with hazelnut (3â¯g/kg body weight). OEG was subjected to rat feed and administered vitamin E (50â¯mg/kg body weight). When YCG and OCG were compared, aging increased histopathological damage and decreased sperm quality. Hazelnut supplemented diet improved histopathological variables, sperm quality, seminal plasma and plasma oxidative stress, seminal plasma vitamin E, and plasma testosterone levels in both groups. The present work suggests that hazelnut supplemented diet significantly improves testicular antioxidant function and semen quality in old male rats.
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Corylus/química , Suplementos Nutricionais , Espermatozoides/fisiologia , Animais , Antioxidantes/química , Corylus/metabolismo , Masculino , Nozes/química , Nozes/metabolismo , Estresse Oxidativo/efeitos dos fármacos , Ratos , Ratos Sprague-Dawley , Sêmen/efeitos dos fármacos , Sêmen/fisiologia , Espermatozoides/efeitos dos fármacos , Testículo/patologia , Testosterona/sangue , Vitamina E/farmacologiaRESUMO
In this study we aimed to investigate whether reduced BDNF levels aggravate the susceptibility of the brain to hazardous effects of high fat diet. For this purpose, we fed BDNF heterozygous mice and wild type littermates with normal and high fat diet for 16 weeks. Concentrations of two synaptic proteins (SNAP-25 and PSD-95) and oxidative stress parameters (MDA, SOD, CAT) were evaluated in the cortex after diet period. Interestingly, body weights of BDNF heterozygous groups fed with control diet were higher than their littermates and heterozygous mice fed with HFD were the heaviest in all experimental groups. MDA levels were significantly elevated in both HFD groups (wild type and BDNF(+/-)). Synaptic markers PSD-95 and SNAP-25 markedly decreased in BDNF(+/-) group fed with HFD compared to other groups. In conclusion, we suggest that endogenous BDNF has an important and possibly protective role in diet-induced changes in the cortex.
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Fator Neurotrófico Derivado do Encéfalo/metabolismo , Córtex Cerebral/metabolismo , Dieta Hiperlipídica/efeitos adversos , Neuroproteção , Sobrepeso/metabolismo , Estresse Oxidativo , Sinapses/metabolismo , Animais , Biomarcadores/metabolismo , Fator Neurotrófico Derivado do Encéfalo/genética , Córtex Cerebral/enzimologia , Córtex Cerebral/patologia , Cruzamentos Genéticos , Suscetibilidade a Doenças , Proteína 4 Homóloga a Disks-Large/metabolismo , Heterozigoto , Peroxidação de Lipídeos , Masculino , Camundongos Knockout , Neurônios/enzimologia , Neurônios/metabolismo , Neurônios/patologia , Sobrepeso/etiologia , Sobrepeso/patologia , Reprodutibilidade dos Testes , Sinapses/enzimologia , Sinapses/patologia , Proteína 25 Associada a Sinaptossoma/metabolismo , Aumento de PesoRESUMO
The present study evaluated the neuroprotective and antioxidant effects of quercetin in a rat model of sciatic nerve crush injury using histopathological, morphometric and biochemical methods. A total of 48 male Sprague Dawley rats, aged 10-12 weeks old were randomly divided into eight groups, consisting of two sham groups (S-7, S-28), three quercetin-treated groups (Q-7, Q-28; 200 mg/kg/7 days), trauma (T-7, T-28; 1 min sciatic nerve crush injury) and three trauma+quercetin groups (T+Q-7, T+Q-28; trauma+quercetin 200 mg/kg/7 days). Rats were sacrificed on day 7 or 28. Oxidant-antioxidant biochemical parameters in nerve tissues from all groups were analyzed using histopathological staining with toluidine blue and Masson's trichrome. DNA fragmentations were identified using terminal deoxynucleotidyl transferase deoxyuridine triphosphate nick-end labeling in cells from each tissue sample. Degeneration of the axons and myelin sheath, the breakdown of the concentric lamellar structure of the myelin sheath and axonal swelling were observed in groups T-7 and T-28. Myelin sheath thicknesses, nerve fiber diameters and the number of myelinated nerve fibers decreased, while the apoptotic index (AI) increased in the T-7 and T-28 groups. However, it was observed that nerve regeneration began in the T+Q-7 and T+Q-28 groups compared with the sham groups, together with the healing of cellular damage and axonal structure and a decrease in the AI. Malondialdehyde and superoxide dismutase activity did not differ significantly between the T-7 and S-7 groups. However, catalase activity significantly decreased in the T-28 group when compared with the sham 7 day group. Tissue malondialdehyde levels significantly increased, while serum catalase activity increased in the T+Q-7 group compared with the T-7 group. These results suggest that quercetin has beneficial effects on nerve regeneration and may shorten the healing period in crush-type sciatic nerve injuries.
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BACKGROUND/AIM: L-theanine is the unique amino acid found in tea plants, has antioxidant and antiinflammatory activities, and functions in mental concentration and sleep quality. In this study, it is aimed to investigate the effects of L-theanine on doxorubicin (DOX, a chemotherapeutic agent) induced nephrotoxicity in rats, especially via GSH related enzymes. MATERIALS AND METHODS: 32 male Sprague Dawley rats weighing 300-400 g were randomly assigned into 4 groups (n = 8) and the substances were given intraperitoneally to them: Control group (saline for 5 days); Theanine group (200 mg/kg/day theanine for 5 days); DOX group (single dose of 20 mg/kg DOX); DOX + Theanine group (20 mg/kg DOX at first day and 200 mg/kg/day theanine for 5 days). Kidney tissues were evaluated by histopathological analysis. Serum levels of blood urea nitrogen (BUN) and creatinine by spectrophotometrically; percentage of apoptosis indexes (AI%) in the tissues by TUNEL method; caspase-3 levels, reduced and oxidized glutathione (GSH and GSSG), gamma-glutamyltransferase 1 (GGT1), glutathione reductase (GR), glutathione peroxidase (GPx), and glutathione S-transferase (GST), nuclear factor kappa B p65 (NF-kB p65) by commercial kits; malondialdehyde (MDA) by spectrophotometrically were determined in plasma and kidney tissues. RESULTS: According to DOX group, the DOX + Theanine group has much lower tissue and plasma GSSG, GGT1, NF-κB p65 levels and tissue AI%, whereas significantly higher GSH levels and GPx, GR, GST activities (P < 0.05). CONCLUSION: It is suggested that L-theanine may have protective effects by enhancing effects on the antioxidant system of GSH and GSH-related enzymes against DOX-induced nephrotoxicity in rats. But this finding needs to be supported with further studies.
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Injúria Renal Aguda/induzido quimicamente , Injúria Renal Aguda/prevenção & controle , Antibióticos Antineoplásicos/toxicidade , Doxorrubicina/toxicidade , Glutamatos/uso terapêutico , Injúria Renal Aguda/patologia , Animais , Ratos , Ratos Sprague-Dawley , Resultado do TratamentoRESUMO
Background/aim: This study aimed to investigate signal peptide-Cub-EGF domain-containing protein 1 (SCUBE1) levels and oxidative stress (OS) in a high fat diet (HFD)-induced obese rat model. Materials and methods: Fourteen rats were randomly divided into two groups. Group 1, the control group, was given a standard diet (10% calories of fat) and Group 2, the obese group, was given a HFD (60% calories of fat), both for 70 days. Rats were then sacrificed and serum samples were collected. Serum glucose and triglyceride concentrations were determined using an autoanalyzer. Serum SCUBE1, adiponectin, and plasminogen activator inhibitor-1 levels were determined using an enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay. Serum malondialdehyde levels and superoxide dismutase and glutathione peroxidase enzyme activities were determined using colorimetric methods. Results: Final body weight was higher in the obese group (P = 0.007). Serum malondialdehyde concentrations were also higher in the obese group (P = 0.021). Serum glutathione peroxidase activities were higher in the control group (P = 0.028). Serum SCUBE1 levels were also higher in the control group (P = 0.038). Conclusion: There may be no connection between the measured OS parameters and SCUBE1. Differences in SCUBE1 levels may therefore be evaluated independently from OS in obesity.
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Peso Corporal , Proteínas de Transporte/sangue , Dieta Hiperlipídica , Gorduras na Dieta/efeitos adversos , Proteínas de Membrana/sangue , Obesidade/sangue , Estresse Oxidativo , Adiponectina/sangue , Animais , Glicemia/metabolismo , Gorduras na Dieta/administração & dosagem , Gorduras na Dieta/sangue , Ingestão de Energia , Glutationa Peroxidase/sangue , Malondialdeído/sangue , Obesidade/etiologia , Inibidor 1 de Ativador de Plasminogênio/sangue , Distribuição Aleatória , Ratos Sprague-Dawley , Superóxido Dismutase/sangue , Triglicerídeos/sangueRESUMO
CONTEXT: Erythrocyte membranes regulate many enzyme activities, including carbonic anhydrase II (CA II). Membrane fluidity is associated with alterations in protein function and protein-protein interactions. OBJECTIVE: The purpose of this study was to show the human CA II (hCA II) activity regulation by human erythrocyte membranes from diabetic and hypercholesterolemic subjects. MATERIALS AND METHODS: Erythrocyte membranes were obtained from diabetic, hypercholesterolemic, and healthy subjects. hCA II activity was measured using the electrometric method. RESULTS: hCA II activity was increased in vitro by membranes from both diabetic and hypercholesterolemic patients, with hypercholesterolemic membranes exhibiting a greater increase. CONCLUSION: Changes in membrane composition may affect the erythrocyte membranes' capacity to increase in vitro hCA II activity.