Anti-apoptotic effects of pan-caspase inhibitor (Z-VAD), SOD or catalase on antimycin A-induced HeLa cell death.

abstract：:Thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) consists of an α‑subunit and a unique β‑subunit. The first in‑frame TSHβ splice variant produced by the cells of immune system was identified in 2009. The TSHβ splice variant and native TSHβ exhibit different expression profiles, and research has been conducted to elucidate the role o...

journal_title：Molecular medicine reports

authors： Liu C,Miao J,Liu X,Zhao Z,Kou T,Liu J,Wang R,Li L,Dong Q

更新日期：2019-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Specific small interfering RNAs (siRNAs) targeting receptor for advanced glycation end products (RAGE) inhibit the expression of RAGE, α-smooth muscle actin and type I collagen in the T6 hepatic stellate cells (HSCs), indicating that RAGE is important for the activation of HSCs and the expression of collagen. The pres...

journal_title：Molecular medicine reports

authors： Xia JR,Chen TT,Li WD,Lu FL,Liu J,Cai XG,Lu Q,Yang CP

更新日期：2015-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Schizophrenia (SZ) and cancer (Ca) have a broad spectrum of clinical phenotypes and a complex biological background, implicating a large number of genetic and epigenetic factors. SZ is a chronic neurodevelopmental disorder signified by an increase in the expression of apoptotic molecular signals, whereas Ca is convers...

journal_title：Molecular medicine reports

authors： Rizos E,Siafakas N,Skourti E,Papageorgiou C,Tsoporis J,Parker TH,Christodoulou DI,Spandidos DA,Katsantoni E,Zoumpourlis V

更新日期：2016-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In the present study, the expression of microRNA (miR)‑671‑3p in non‑small‑cell lung cancer (NSCLC) was detected via reverse transcription‑quantitative polymerase chain reaction analysis, and its role in cell proliferation, apoptosis, migration and invasion was investigated via Cell Counting Kit‑8, colony formation, f...

journal_title：Molecular medicine reports

authors： Li ZY,Zhang ZZ,Bi H,Zhang QD,Zhang SJ,Zhou L,Zhu XQ,Zhou J

更新日期：2019-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The oral fluoropyrimidine S-1 has marked efficacy in treating metastatic colorectal cancer patients. In the present study, we explored the therapeutic potential of combined in vivo treatment in the human colon cancer cell lines COL-1, KM12C and KM20C with consecutive oral S-1 and leucovorin (LV) in 2-week therapeutic ...

journal_title：Molecular medicine reports

authors： Tsukioka S,Uchida J,Tsujimoto H,Nakagawa F,Sugimoto Y,Oka T,Kiniwa M

更新日期：2009-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Paraquat is a highly toxic pesticide, which often causes pulmonary interstitial fibrosis after poisoning, and there is no specific antidote. At present, limited studies have reported that tacrolimus, as an immunosuppressant, can inhibit pulmonary fibrosis, but the specific mechanism remains unknown. The aim of the pre...

journal_title：Molecular medicine reports

authors： Ren Y,Jian X,Zhang Z,Ning Q,Kan B,Kong L

更新日期：2020-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Gliomas are one of the most common and most aggressive types of central nervous system tumor. Angiogenesis is an important basis for the growth of solid tumors, including gliomas, which is regulated by microRNAs (miRNAs). However, the mechanism remains unclear. Recently, it was demonstrated that miR‑24 was upregulated...

journal_title：Molecular medicine reports

authors： Dai D,Huang W,Lu Q,Chen H,Liu J,Hong B

更新日期：2018-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Elevated plasma homocysteine (Hcy), known as hyperhomocysteinemia (HHcy), is an independent risk factor for neurodegenerative diseases. Hcy, even at a low concentration, can promote free radical formation and increase oxidative stress, leading to neuronal death, which may be an important mechanism underlying the patho...

journal_title：Molecular medicine reports

authors： Tian X,Gong L,Jin A,Wang Y,Zhou X,Tan Y

更新日期：2019-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Numerous studies have shown that N-nitrosamines and their precursors are probable etiological factors for esophageal cancer. Certain N-nitrosamines have been shown to induce esophageal cancer in animal models. However, the molecular mechanisms by which N-nitrosamines promote esophageal carcinogenesis remain poorly und...

journal_title：Molecular medicine reports

authors： Xie Y,Tang E,Ren B,Feng L

更新日期：2010-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Diabetic infected foot is the outcome of progressive vascular and neurological damage caused by persistent chronic hyperglycemia. Due to acute hypoxia and infection, the tissues develop extensive necrosis and gangrene, which often require amputation. The decision regarding the level of amputation relies mainly on the ...

journal_title：Molecular medicine reports

authors： Bekker-Méndez C,Guzmán-Aguilar RM,Hernández-Cueto MA,Huerta-Yepez S,Jarillo-Luna RA,González-Veyrand E,González-Bonilla CR

更新日期：2012-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Full‑thickness and large area defects of articular cartilage are unable to completely repair themselves and require surgical intervention, including microfracture, autologous or allogeneic osteochondral grafts, and autologous chondrocyte implantation. A large proportion of regenerative cartilage exists as fibrocartila...

journal_title：Molecular medicine reports

authors： Li Z,Fei H,Wang Z,Zhu T

更新日期：2017-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:MicroRNAs (miRNAs) are non‑coding RNAs of ~22 nucleotides in length, which serve an important role in numerous diseases. Asthma is a chronic airway inflammatory disease, which is the most common chronic disease among children. The role of miRNA (miR)‑16 in asthma is unclear. The objective of the present study was to e...

journal_title：Molecular medicine reports

authors： Yu B,Yao L,Liu C,Tang L,Xing T

更新日期：2019-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Electroacupuncture (EA) has been documented as a form of therapy for chronic sinusitis (CRS). The present study aimed to assess the effects of EA combined with interleukin‑10 (IL‑10) overexpression on CRS in mice, and to investigate the associated mechanisms. A mouse model of CRS was established by the administration ...

journal_title：Molecular medicine reports

authors： Zhou L,Hong J,Wan Z,Lu X,Shao Y

更新日期：2019-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Glaucoma is a group of progressive optic neuropathies that have in common characteristic optic nerve head changes, loss of retinal ganglion cells and visual field defects. Among the large family of glaucomas, primary open‑angle glaucoma (POAG) is the most common type, a complex and heterogeneous disorder with environm...

journal_title：Molecular medicine reports

authors： Trivli A,Zervou MI,Goulielmos GN,Spandidos DA,Detorakis ET

更新日期：2020-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Hepatic stellate cells (HSCs) have an important role in liver fibrosis. Epithelial‑to‑mesenchymal transition (EMT), which is promoted by the Hedgehog (Hh) signaling pathway, is involved in the activation of HSCs. MicroRNAs (miRNAs/miRs) have been reported to be involved in the progression of liver fibrosis. A previous...

journal_title：Molecular medicine reports

authors： Yu F,Zheng Y,Hong W,Chen B,Dong P,Zheng J

更新日期：2015-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Tubeimoside-1 (TBMS1), a triterpenoid saponin isolated from the tuber of Bolbostemma paniculatum (Maxim) Franquet, serves an universal suppressive role in multiple cancer types, including lung cancer. However, the mechanism involved in non‑small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) cells by which TBMS1 elicits its antitumor effec...

journal_title：Molecular medicine reports

authors： Shi H,Bi H,Sun X,Dong H,Jiang Y,Mu H,Liu G,Kong W,Gao R,Su J

更新日期：2018-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The present study aimed to examine the status and clinical significance of cluster of differentiation (CD) 19+CD24highCD38high regulatory B cells (Bregs), serum interleukin (IL)‑10, serum transforming growth factor (TGF)‑β and IL‑10 receptor (IL‑10R) expression in peripheral blood from patients with systemic lupus ery...

journal_title：Molecular medicine reports

authors： Wang T,Li Z,Li X,Chen L,Zhao H,Jiang C,Song L

更新日期：2017-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Saikosaponin‑d (SSd), a triterpene saponin compound derived from Bupleurum radix, has been shown to have a cytotoxic effect on various cancer cell lines. However, its effect on prostate cancer cells has remained unexplored. The present study reports the apoptosis‑inducing effect of SSd on the DU145 human prostate carc...

journal_title：Molecular medicine reports

authors： Yao M,Yang J,Cao L,Zhang L,Qu S,Gao H

更新日期：2014-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Viral corneal infection is a common cause of visual impairment and blindness. Polyinosinic‑polycytidylic acid, or poly(I:C), is similar to viral double‑stranded RNA in structure and has been implicated in the release of a variety of cytokines, chemokines and matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs) by corneal fibroblasts. Sul...

journal_title：Molecular medicine reports

authors： Liu P,Liu Y,Zheng H,Zheng X,Yang X,Zhao X,Chen L,Liu Y

更新日期：2020-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Osteoclasts (OCs) are resorptive cells responsible for bone erosion in diseases, including osteoporosis, periodontitis and rheumatoid arthritis. Montelukast is a cysteinyl leukotriene receptor 1 (CysLTR1) antagonist clinically used for the treatment of asthma. In the present study, the role of CysLTR1 on OC formation ...

journal_title：Molecular medicine reports

authors： Kang JH,Lim H,Lee DS,Yim M

更新日期：2018-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) cells invade interstitial connective tissue and proliferate. Suppression of this invasion and proliferation could serve as a novel molecular therapy. Since insulin-like growth factor-I receptor (IGF-IR) interacts with components of interstitial tissue, we focused on the inhibition of IGF...

journal_title：Molecular medicine reports

authors： Tomizawa M,Yokosuka O

更新日期：2008-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Radix Dipsaci total saponins (RTS) are primary active components of Radix Dipsaci, which is administered orally for the treatment of osteoporosis according to Chinese Medicine. RTS have also been shown to reduce the risk of bone fractures in rats. However, the detailed molecular mechanisms underlying their action rema...

journal_title：Molecular medicine reports

authors： Niu YB,Kong XH,Li YH,Fan L,Pan YL,Li CR,Wu XL,Lu TL,Mei QB

更新日期：2015-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Numerous studies have indicated that the human endothelial nitric oxide synthase (eNOS) gene Glu298Asp polymorphism is associated with coronary heart disease (CHD) susceptibility, however, their conclusions are inconsistent. The present meta‑analysis aimed to evaluate the precise result by searching the PubMed databas...

journal_title：Molecular medicine reports

authors： Tian GX,Zeng XT,Wang XB,Zhang L,Zhang W,Wei WL

更新日期：2013-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The activation of the (pro)renin receptor (PRR) may be potentially active in the development of atherosclerotic plaques independent of angiotensin II. Our previous studies demonstrated that high glucose was able to induce the activation of PRR. The present study was designed to determine the function of oxidized low‑d...

journal_title：Molecular medicine reports

authors： Cheng Y,Liu X,Zhang L,Zhang Y,Liu Y,Lu Y,Jiang Y

更新日期：2015-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In the pathophysiology of osteoarthritis (OA), articular cartilage degeneration exhibits a significant role. Vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) is considered to be an effective angiogenic factor and a crucial regulator of articular cartilage degeneration in the development of OA. Therefore, the present study ai...

journal_title：Molecular medicine reports

authors： Deng S,Zhou JL,Peng H,Fang HS,Liu F,Weng JQ

更新日期：2018-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Arctigenin is a natural lignan that is found in burdock with anti‑viral, ‑oxidative, ‑inflammatory and anti‑tumor activities. In the current study, the effect of arctigenin on metastatic potential was examined in 4T‑1 mouse triple‑negative breast cancer cells. The results indicated that arctigenin inhibited cell motil...

journal_title：Molecular medicine reports

authors： Lee MG,Lee KS,Nam KS

更新日期：2020-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Mesenchymal stromal cells (MSCs) have therapeutic potential for repairing tissue damage and are involved in immune regulation. MSCs are predominantly isolated from bone marrow (BM), adipose tissue or placental tissue. Further to these well‑known sources, the isolation of MSCs from human tonsils was previously reported...

journal_title：Molecular medicine reports

authors： Ryu JH,Park M,Kim BK,Kim YH,Woo SY,Ryu KH

更新日期：2016-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Long non‑coding RNAs (lncRNAs) comprise a sizeable class of non‑coding RNAs with a length of over 200 base pairs. Little is known about their biological function, although over 20,000 lncRNAs have been annotated in the human genome. Through a diverse range of mechanisms, their primary function is in the regulation of ...

journal_title：Molecular medicine reports

authors： Kołat D,Hammouz R,Bednarek AK,Płuciennik E

更新日期：2019-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:According to the results of the first genome-wide association study of ankylosing spondylitis (AS), endoplasmic reticulum aminopeptidase 1 (ERAP1) may serve an important role. However, a number of case-control studies have not been able to replicate this result using the same genetic markers. In the present study, the...

journal_title：Molecular medicine reports

authors： Wang X,Ma J,Ma J,Wen Y,Meng L,Yang H,Zhang R,Hao D

更新日期：2017-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Sepsis is a serious issue in the geriatric population due to its association with high mortality rates in the elderly. The increase in mortality in the elderly correlates with inflammation. We have previously demonstrated that the inflammatory response is exacerbated in a rodent endotoxemia model of sepsis in aged rat...

journal_title：Molecular medicine reports

authors： Lufrano M,Jacob A,Zhou M,Wang P

更新日期：2013-08-01 00:00:00