Pub Date : 2024-12-01DOI: 10.1016/j.cytogfr.2024.09.001
Yan Liao , Wangzheqi Zhang , Miao Zhou , Chenglong Zhu , Zui Zou
Sepsis remains a significant clinical challenge, causing numerous deaths annually and representing a major global health burden. Pyroptosis, a unique form of programmed cell death characterized by cell lysis and the release of inflammatory mediators, is a crucial factor in the pathogenesis and progression of sepsis, septic shock, and organ dysfunction. Ubiquitination, a key post-translational modification influencing protein fate, has emerged as a promising target for managing various inflammatory conditions, including sepsis. This review integrates the current knowledge on sepsis, pyroptosis, and the ubiquitin system, focusing on the molecular mechanisms of ubiquitination within pyroptotic pathways activated during sepsis. By exploring how modulating ubiquitination can regulate pyroptosis and its associated inflammatory signaling pathways, this review provides insights into potential therapeutic strategies for sepsis, highlighting the need for further research into these complex molecular networks.
{"title":"Ubiquitination in pyroptosis pathway: A potential therapeutic target for sepsis","authors":"Yan Liao , Wangzheqi Zhang , Miao Zhou , Chenglong Zhu , Zui Zou","doi":"10.1016/j.cytogfr.2024.09.001","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.cytogfr.2024.09.001","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Sepsis remains a significant clinical challenge, causing numerous deaths annually and representing a major global health burden. Pyroptosis, a unique form of programmed cell death characterized by cell lysis and the release of inflammatory mediators, is a crucial factor in the pathogenesis and progression of sepsis, septic shock, and organ dysfunction. Ubiquitination, a key post-translational modification influencing protein fate, has emerged as a promising target for managing various inflammatory conditions, including sepsis. This review integrates the current knowledge on sepsis, pyroptosis, and the ubiquitin system, focusing on the molecular mechanisms of ubiquitination within pyroptotic pathways activated during sepsis. By exploring how modulating ubiquitination can regulate pyroptosis and its associated inflammatory signaling pathways, this review provides insights into potential therapeutic strategies for sepsis, highlighting the need for further research into these complex molecular networks.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":11132,"journal":{"name":"Cytokine & Growth Factor Reviews","volume":"80 ","pages":"Pages 72-86"},"PeriodicalIF":9.3,"publicationDate":"2024-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142260121","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Pub Date : 2024-12-01DOI: 10.1016/j.cytogfr.2024.09.003
Dequan Liu , Tian Li , Lei Liu , Xiangyu Che , Xiaorui Li , Chang Liu , Guangzhen Wu
Adeno-associated virus (AAV) has emerged as a fundamental component in the gene therapy landscape, widely acknowledged for its effectiveness in therapeutic gene delivery. The success of AAV-based therapies, such as Luxturna and Zolgensma, underscores their potential as a leading vector in gene therapy. This article provides an in-depth review of the development and mechanisms of AAV vector-based therapies, offering a comprehensive analysis of the latest clinical trial outcomes in central nervous system (CNS) diseases, ocular conditions, and hemophilia, where AAV therapies have shown promising results. Additionally, we discusse the selection of administration methods and serotypes tailored to specific diseases. Our objective is to showcase the innovative applications and future potential of AAV-based gene therapy, laying the groundwork for continued clinical advancements.
{"title":"Adeno-associated virus therapies: Pioneering solutions for human genetic diseases","authors":"Dequan Liu , Tian Li , Lei Liu , Xiangyu Che , Xiaorui Li , Chang Liu , Guangzhen Wu","doi":"10.1016/j.cytogfr.2024.09.003","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.cytogfr.2024.09.003","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Adeno-associated virus (AAV) has emerged as a fundamental component in the gene therapy landscape, widely acknowledged for its effectiveness in therapeutic gene delivery. The success of AAV-based therapies, such as Luxturna and Zolgensma, underscores their potential as a leading vector in gene therapy. This article provides an in-depth review of the development and mechanisms of AAV vector-based therapies, offering a comprehensive analysis of the latest clinical trial outcomes in central nervous system (CNS) diseases, ocular conditions, and hemophilia, where AAV therapies have shown promising results. Additionally, we discusse the selection of administration methods and serotypes tailored to specific diseases. Our objective is to showcase the innovative applications and future potential of AAV-based gene therapy, laying the groundwork for continued clinical advancements.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":11132,"journal":{"name":"Cytokine & Growth Factor Reviews","volume":"80 ","pages":"Pages 109-120"},"PeriodicalIF":9.3,"publicationDate":"2024-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142343406","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Interleukin 1 (IL-1) is a pro-inflammatory cytokine that plays a key role in the development and regulation of nonspecific defense and specific immunity. However, its regulatory influence extends beyond inflammation and impacts a range of immune and non-immune processes. The involvement of IL-1 in numerous biological processes, including modulation of inflammation, necessitates strict regulation at multiple levels. This review focuses on these regulatory processes and discusses their underlying mechanisms. IL-1 activity is controlled at various levels, including receptor binding, gene transcription, expression as inactive proforms, and regulated post-translational processing and secretion. Regulation at the level of the receptor expression - alternative splicing, tissue-specific isoforms, and gene polymorphism - is also crucial to IL-1 functional activity. Understanding these regulatory features of IL-1 will not only continue to shape future research directions but will also highlight promising therapeutic strategies to modulate the biological effects of IL-1.
{"title":"Molecular mechanisms of regulation of IL-1 and its receptors","authors":"J.V. Zhukova , J.A. Lopatnikova , A.A. Alshevskaya , S.V. Sennikov","doi":"10.1016/j.cytogfr.2024.09.004","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.cytogfr.2024.09.004","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Interleukin 1 (IL-1) is a pro-inflammatory cytokine that plays a key role in the development and regulation of nonspecific defense and specific immunity. However, its regulatory influence extends beyond inflammation and impacts a range of immune and non-immune processes. The involvement of IL-1 in numerous biological processes, including modulation of inflammation, necessitates strict regulation at multiple levels. This review focuses on these regulatory processes and discusses their underlying mechanisms. IL-1 activity is controlled at various levels, including receptor binding, gene transcription, expression as inactive proforms, and regulated post-translational processing and secretion. Regulation at the level of the receptor expression - alternative splicing, tissue-specific isoforms, and gene polymorphism - is also crucial to IL-1 functional activity. Understanding these regulatory features of IL-1 will not only continue to shape future research directions but will also highlight promising therapeutic strategies to modulate the biological effects of IL-1.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":11132,"journal":{"name":"Cytokine & Growth Factor Reviews","volume":"80 ","pages":"Pages 59-71"},"PeriodicalIF":9.3,"publicationDate":"2024-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142460064","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Pub Date : 2024-12-01DOI: 10.1016/j.cytogfr.2024.09.002
Cheng Liu , Shutao Chen , Yu Zhang , Xinyi Zhou , Haiwei Wang , Qigui Wang , Xi Lan
The occurrence of most cancers is due to the clonal proliferation of tumor cells, immune evasion, and the ability to spread to other body parts. Rho GTPases, a family of small GTPases, are key regulators of cytoskeleton reorganization and cell polarity. Additionally, Rho GTPases are key proteins that induce the proliferation and metastasis of tumor cells. This review focuses on the complex regulatory mechanisms of Rho GTPases, exploring their critical role in promoting tumor cell proliferation and dissemination. Regarding tumor cell proliferation, attention is given to the role of Rho GTPases in regulating the cell cycle and mitosis. In terms of tumor cell dissemination, the focus is on the role of Rho GTPases in regulating cell migration and invasion. Overall, this review elucidates the mechanisms of Rho GTPases members in the development of tumor cells, aiming to provide theoretical references for the treatment of mammalian tumor diseases and related applications.
{"title":"Mechanisms of Rho GTPases in regulating tumor proliferation, migration and invasion","authors":"Cheng Liu , Shutao Chen , Yu Zhang , Xinyi Zhou , Haiwei Wang , Qigui Wang , Xi Lan","doi":"10.1016/j.cytogfr.2024.09.002","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.cytogfr.2024.09.002","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>The occurrence of most cancers is due to the clonal proliferation of tumor cells, immune evasion, and the ability to spread to other body parts. Rho GTPases, a family of small GTPases, are key regulators of cytoskeleton reorganization and cell polarity. Additionally, Rho GTPases are key proteins that induce the proliferation and metastasis of tumor cells. This review focuses on the complex regulatory mechanisms of Rho GTPases, exploring their critical role in promoting tumor cell proliferation and dissemination. Regarding tumor cell proliferation, attention is given to the role of Rho GTPases in regulating the cell cycle and mitosis. In terms of tumor cell dissemination, the focus is on the role of Rho GTPases in regulating cell migration and invasion. Overall, this review elucidates the mechanisms of Rho GTPases members in the development of tumor cells, aiming to provide theoretical references for the treatment of mammalian tumor diseases and related applications.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":11132,"journal":{"name":"Cytokine & Growth Factor Reviews","volume":"80 ","pages":"Pages 168-174"},"PeriodicalIF":9.3,"publicationDate":"2024-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142343407","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Pub Date : 2024-12-01DOI: 10.1016/j.cytogfr.2024.10.009
Aymane Kricha, Najat Bouchmaa, Sanae Ben Mkaddem, Abdellatif Abbaoui, Reda Ben Mrid, Rachid El Fatimy
Glioblastoma multiforme (GBM) is recognized as the most aggressive and malignant form of brain cancer, characterized by a highly heterogeneous phenotype, poor prognosis, and a median survival time of less than 16 months. Recent studies have highlighted the critical role of glioblastoma-associated macrophages (GAMs) in promoting tumor progression and resistance not only to immunotherapy but also to radiotherapy and chemotherapy. GAMs actively suppress immune responses, promote angiogenesis, facilitate tumor metastasis, and induce therapy resistance, through various mechanisms such as cytokines production, signaling pathways regulation, and angiogenesis. In this context, understanding these regulatory mechanisms is essential for developing efficient therapies. Preclinical studies have investigated diverse approaches to target these cells, both as monotherapies or in combination with other treatments. While these approaches have shown promise in strengthening antitumor immune responses in animal models, their clinical success remains to be fully determined. Herein, we provide a comprehensive overview of GAMs's role in GBM therapeutic resistance and summarizes existing approaches to target GAMs in overcoming tumor resistance.
{"title":"Glioblastoma-associated macrophages: A key target in overcoming glioblastoma therapeutic resistance","authors":"Aymane Kricha, Najat Bouchmaa, Sanae Ben Mkaddem, Abdellatif Abbaoui, Reda Ben Mrid, Rachid El Fatimy","doi":"10.1016/j.cytogfr.2024.10.009","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.cytogfr.2024.10.009","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Glioblastoma multiforme (GBM) is recognized as the most aggressive and malignant form of brain cancer, characterized by a highly heterogeneous phenotype, poor prognosis, and a median survival time of less than 16 months. Recent studies have highlighted the critical role of glioblastoma-associated macrophages (GAMs) in promoting tumor progression and resistance not only to immunotherapy but also to radiotherapy and chemotherapy. GAMs actively suppress immune responses, promote angiogenesis, facilitate tumor metastasis, and induce therapy resistance, through various mechanisms such as cytokines production, signaling pathways regulation, and angiogenesis. In this context, understanding these regulatory mechanisms is essential for developing efficient therapies. Preclinical studies have investigated diverse approaches to target these cells, both as monotherapies or in combination with other treatments. While these approaches have shown promise in strengthening antitumor immune responses in animal models, their clinical success remains to be fully determined. Herein, we provide a comprehensive overview of GAMs's role in GBM therapeutic resistance and summarizes existing approaches to target GAMs in overcoming tumor resistance.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":11132,"journal":{"name":"Cytokine & Growth Factor Reviews","volume":"80 ","pages":"Pages 97-108"},"PeriodicalIF":9.3,"publicationDate":"2024-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142603050","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Pub Date : 2024-12-01DOI: 10.1016/j.cytogfr.2024.10.005
Ling Zhao , Bang-Hao Zhao , Amanguli Ruze , Qiu-Lin Li , An-Xia Deng , Xiao-Ming Gao
The role of macrophage migration inhibitory factor (MIF) as a multifunctional cytokine in immunomodulation and inflammatory response is increasingly appreciated. Ischemic heart disease (IHD), the leading cause of global mortality, remains a focal point of research owing to its intricate pathophysiology. MIF has been identified as a critical player in IHD, where it exerts distinct roles. On one hand, MIF plays a protective role by enhancing energy metabolism through activation of AMPK, resisting oxidative stress, inhibiting activation of the JNK pathway, and maintaining intracellular calcium ion homeostasis. Additionally, MIF exerts protective effects through mesenchymal stem cells and exosomes. On the other hand, MIF can assume a pro-inflammatory role, which contributes to the exacerbation of IHD's development and progression. Furthermore, MIF levels significantly increase in IHD patients, and its genetic polymorphisms are positively correlated with prevalence and severity. These findings position MIF as a potential biomarker and therapeutic target in the management of IHD. This review summarizes the structure, source, signaling pathways and biological functions of MIF and focuses on its roles and clinical characteristics in IHD. The genetic variants of MIF associated with IHD is also discussed, providing more understandings of its complex interplay in the disease's pathology.
{"title":"Distinct roles of MIF in the pathogenesis of ischemic heart disease","authors":"Ling Zhao , Bang-Hao Zhao , Amanguli Ruze , Qiu-Lin Li , An-Xia Deng , Xiao-Ming Gao","doi":"10.1016/j.cytogfr.2024.10.005","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.cytogfr.2024.10.005","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>The role of macrophage migration inhibitory factor (MIF) as a multifunctional cytokine in immunomodulation and inflammatory response is increasingly appreciated. Ischemic heart disease (IHD), the leading cause of global mortality, remains a focal point of research owing to its intricate pathophysiology. MIF has been identified as a critical player in IHD, where it exerts distinct roles. On one hand, MIF plays a protective role by enhancing energy metabolism through activation of AMPK, resisting oxidative stress, inhibiting activation of the JNK pathway, and maintaining intracellular calcium ion homeostasis. Additionally, MIF exerts protective effects through mesenchymal stem cells and exosomes. On the other hand, MIF can assume a pro-inflammatory role, which contributes to the exacerbation of IHD's development and progression. Furthermore, MIF levels significantly increase in IHD patients, and its genetic polymorphisms are positively correlated with prevalence and severity. These findings position MIF as a potential biomarker and therapeutic target in the management of IHD. This review summarizes the structure, source, signaling pathways and biological functions of MIF and focuses on its roles and clinical characteristics in IHD. The genetic variants of MIF associated with IHD is also discussed, providing more understandings of its complex interplay in the disease's pathology.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":11132,"journal":{"name":"Cytokine & Growth Factor Reviews","volume":"80 ","pages":"Pages 121-137"},"PeriodicalIF":9.3,"publicationDate":"2024-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142496807","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Pub Date : 2024-12-01DOI: 10.1016/j.cytogfr.2024.10.006
Kleber Paiva Trugilo , Guilherme Cesar Martelossi Cebinelli , Eliza Pizarro Castilha , Mariane Ricciardi da Silva , Fernanda Costa Brandão Berti , Karen Brajão de Oliveira
Human papillomavirus (HPV) is involved in virtually all cases of cervical cancer. However, HPV alone is not sufficient to cause malignant development. The effects of chronic inflammation and the interaction of immune components with the microenvironment infected with the high-risk HPV type (HR) may contribute to cancer development. Transforming growth factor β (TGFB) appears to play an important role in cervical carcinogenesis. Protein and mRNA levels of this cytokine gradually increase as normal tissue develops into malignant tissue and are closely related to the severity of HPV infection. At the onset of infection, TGFB can inhibit the proliferation of infected cells and viral amplification by inhibiting cell growth and downregulating the transcriptional activity of the long control region (LCR) of HPV, thereby reducing the expression of early genes. When infected cells progress to a malignant phenotype, the response to the cell growth inhibitory effect of TGFB1 is lost and the suppression of E6 and E7 expression decreases. Subsequently, TGFB1 expression is upregulated by high levels of E6 and E7 oncoproteins, leading to an increase in TGFB1 in the tumor microenvironment, where this molecule promotes epithelial-to-mesenchymal transition (EMT), cell motility, angiogenesis, and immunosuppression. This interaction between HPV oncoproteins and TGFB1 is an important mechanism promoting the development and progression of cervical cancer.
{"title":"The role of transforming growth factor β in cervical carcinogenesis","authors":"Kleber Paiva Trugilo , Guilherme Cesar Martelossi Cebinelli , Eliza Pizarro Castilha , Mariane Ricciardi da Silva , Fernanda Costa Brandão Berti , Karen Brajão de Oliveira","doi":"10.1016/j.cytogfr.2024.10.006","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.cytogfr.2024.10.006","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Human papillomavirus (HPV) is involved in virtually all cases of cervical cancer. However, HPV alone is not sufficient to cause malignant development. The effects of chronic inflammation and the interaction of immune components with the microenvironment infected with the high-risk HPV type (HR) may contribute to cancer development. Transforming growth factor β (TGFB) appears to play an important role in cervical carcinogenesis. Protein and mRNA levels of this cytokine gradually increase as normal tissue develops into malignant tissue and are closely related to the severity of HPV infection. At the onset of infection, TGFB can inhibit the proliferation of infected cells and viral amplification by inhibiting cell growth and downregulating the transcriptional activity of the long control region (LCR) of HPV, thereby reducing the expression of early genes. When infected cells progress to a malignant phenotype, the response to the cell growth inhibitory effect of TGFB1 is lost and the suppression of E6 and E7 expression decreases. Subsequently, TGFB1 expression is upregulated by high levels of E6 and E7 oncoproteins, leading to an increase in TGFB1 in the tumor microenvironment, where this molecule promotes epithelial-to-mesenchymal transition (EMT), cell motility, angiogenesis, and immunosuppression. This interaction between HPV oncoproteins and TGFB1 is an important mechanism promoting the development and progression of cervical cancer.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":11132,"journal":{"name":"Cytokine & Growth Factor Reviews","volume":"80 ","pages":"Pages 12-23"},"PeriodicalIF":9.3,"publicationDate":"2024-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142557381","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Pub Date : 2024-12-01DOI: 10.1016/j.cytogfr.2024.11.001
Logan S. Dean , Alissa N. Threatt , Kaylee Jones , Emmanuel O. Oyewole , Morgan Pauly , Maëlis Wahl , Melea Barahona , Rose W. Reiter , Tara M. Nordgren
Defense of the human body against damaging and pathogenic insults is a heavily regulated affair. A primary mechanism of defense at sites of insult are soluble mediators whose defensive maneuvers increase barrier integrity and promote pro-reparative and resolution processes. IL-22 is a cytokine in the IL-10 cytokine family that has garnered increased attention in recent years due to its intimate link in promoting resolution of inflammatory insults, while simultaneously being over expressed in certain fibrotic and chronic inflammatory-skewed diseases. The spatial action of IL-22 centers around the barrier sites of the body, including the skin, lungs, and gut mucosa. As such, a detailed understanding of the role of this cytokine, the producers and responders, and the diseases resulting from over- or under-expression have prominent impacts on a variety of disease outcomes. Herein we present a comprehensive review of IL-22; from historical perspectives and initial discovery, as well as more recent data that dramatically expands on the cellular sources and impact of this cytokine. We aim to showcase the duality of IL-22 and highlight addressable gaps in the field of IL-22 crosstalk and impacts at the ever-important mucosal and tissue barrier sites.
{"title":"I don’t know about you, but I’m feeling IL-22","authors":"Logan S. Dean , Alissa N. Threatt , Kaylee Jones , Emmanuel O. Oyewole , Morgan Pauly , Maëlis Wahl , Melea Barahona , Rose W. Reiter , Tara M. Nordgren","doi":"10.1016/j.cytogfr.2024.11.001","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.cytogfr.2024.11.001","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Defense of the human body against damaging and pathogenic insults is a heavily regulated affair. A primary mechanism of defense at sites of insult are soluble mediators whose defensive maneuvers increase barrier integrity and promote pro-reparative and resolution processes. IL-22 is a cytokine in the IL-10 cytokine family that has garnered increased attention in recent years due to its intimate link in promoting resolution of inflammatory insults, while simultaneously being over expressed in certain fibrotic and chronic inflammatory-skewed diseases. The spatial action of IL-22 centers around the barrier sites of the body, including the skin, lungs, and gut mucosa. As such, a detailed understanding of the role of this cytokine, the producers and responders, and the diseases resulting from over- or under-expression have prominent impacts on a variety of disease outcomes. Herein we present a comprehensive review of IL-22; from historical perspectives and initial discovery, as well as more recent data that dramatically expands on the cellular sources and impact of this cytokine. We aim to showcase the duality of IL-22 and highlight addressable gaps in the field of IL-22 crosstalk and impacts at the ever-important mucosal and tissue barrier sites.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":11132,"journal":{"name":"Cytokine & Growth Factor Reviews","volume":"80 ","pages":"Pages 1-11"},"PeriodicalIF":9.3,"publicationDate":"2024-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142616449","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Pub Date : 2024-12-01DOI: 10.1016/j.cytogfr.2024.10.007
Shengya Yang , Ying Li , Yingru Zhang , Yan Wang
Chronic stress is a significant risk factor that contributes to the progression of colorectal cancer (CRC) and has garnered considerable attention in recent research. It influences the distribution and function of immune cells within the intestinal mucosa through the "brain-gut" axis, altering cytokine and chemokine secretion and creating an immunosuppressive tumor microenvironment. The intestine, often called the "second brain," is particularly susceptible to the effects of chronic stress. Cytokines and chemokines in intestinal mucosal immunity(IMI) are closely linked to CRC cells' proliferation, metastasis, and drug resistance under chronic stress. Recently, antidepressants have emerged as potential therapeutic agents for CRC, possibly by modulating IMI to restore homeostasis and exert anti-tumor effects. This article reviews the role of chronic stress in promoting CRC progression via its impact on intestinal mucosal immunity, explores potential targets within the intestinal mucosa under chronic stress, and proposes new approaches for CRC treatment.
{"title":"Impact of chronic stress on intestinal mucosal immunity in colorectal cancer progression","authors":"Shengya Yang , Ying Li , Yingru Zhang , Yan Wang","doi":"10.1016/j.cytogfr.2024.10.007","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.cytogfr.2024.10.007","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Chronic stress is a significant risk factor that contributes to the progression of colorectal cancer (CRC) and has garnered considerable attention in recent research. It influences the distribution and function of immune cells within the intestinal mucosa through the \"brain-gut\" axis, altering cytokine and chemokine secretion and creating an immunosuppressive tumor microenvironment. The intestine, often called the \"second brain,\" is particularly susceptible to the effects of chronic stress. Cytokines and chemokines in intestinal mucosal immunity(IMI) are closely linked to CRC cells' proliferation, metastasis, and drug resistance under chronic stress. Recently, antidepressants have emerged as potential therapeutic agents for CRC, possibly by modulating IMI to restore homeostasis and exert anti-tumor effects. This article reviews the role of chronic stress in promoting CRC progression via its impact on intestinal mucosal immunity, explores potential targets within the intestinal mucosa under chronic stress, and proposes new approaches for CRC treatment.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":11132,"journal":{"name":"Cytokine & Growth Factor Reviews","volume":"80 ","pages":"Pages 24-36"},"PeriodicalIF":9.3,"publicationDate":"2024-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142567797","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Pub Date : 2024-12-01DOI: 10.1016/j.cytogfr.2024.11.003
Gustav van Niekerk, Lara Kelchtermans, Elias Broeckhoven, Lotte Coelmont, Yeranddy A. Alpizar, Kai Dallmeier
Cholecystokinin (CCK) and gastrin are gastrointestinal hormones traditionally recognised for their roles in digestion. However, it has been recognised that these hormones may also modulate immune function. Here, we examine the immune-modulating effects of CCK and gastrin, and explore the functional significance of this dual role. In addition to the direct effect of these hormones on immune cell function, we discuss why hormones that regulate complex physiological and behavioural aspects of digestion might also influence immune responses. Notably, recent findings highlight the importance of these hormones in promoting a tolerogenic hepatic environment, particularly as the liver encounters gut-derived inflammogens following a meal. Additionally, the neuro-immune crosstalk mediated by CCK suggests that this hormone may influence immune responses indirectly via the gut-brain axis, especially in the context of infection or inflammation. Furthermore, the role of CCK in inducing feeding cessation and satiety appears to be repurposed during sickness behaviour, such as the loss of appetite during infection. Collectively, these observations suggest that nutritional strategies, including permissive underfeeding or fasting, could have important clinical implications. A deeper understanding of the dual roles of CCK and gastrin in digestion and immunity may pave the way for novel therapeutic approaches that leverage these pathways for improved disease management and treatment outcomes.
{"title":"Cholecystokinin and gastrin as immune modulating hormones: Implications and applications","authors":"Gustav van Niekerk, Lara Kelchtermans, Elias Broeckhoven, Lotte Coelmont, Yeranddy A. Alpizar, Kai Dallmeier","doi":"10.1016/j.cytogfr.2024.11.003","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.cytogfr.2024.11.003","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Cholecystokinin (CCK) and gastrin are gastrointestinal hormones traditionally recognised for their roles in digestion. However, it has been recognised that these hormones may also modulate immune function. Here, we examine the immune-modulating effects of CCK and gastrin, and explore the functional significance of this dual role. In addition to the direct effect of these hormones on immune cell function, we discuss why hormones that regulate complex physiological and behavioural aspects of digestion might also influence immune responses. Notably, recent findings highlight the importance of these hormones in promoting a tolerogenic hepatic environment, particularly as the liver encounters gut-derived inflammogens following a meal. Additionally, the neuro-immune crosstalk mediated by CCK suggests that this hormone may influence immune responses indirectly via the gut-brain axis, especially in the context of infection or inflammation. Furthermore, the role of CCK in inducing feeding cessation and satiety appears to be repurposed during sickness behaviour, such as the loss of appetite during infection. Collectively, these observations suggest that nutritional strategies, including permissive underfeeding or fasting, could have important clinical implications. A deeper understanding of the dual roles of CCK and gastrin in digestion and immunity may pave the way for novel therapeutic approaches that leverage these pathways for improved disease management and treatment outcomes.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":11132,"journal":{"name":"Cytokine & Growth Factor Reviews","volume":"80 ","pages":"Pages 37-46"},"PeriodicalIF":9.3,"publicationDate":"2024-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142695267","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}