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  1. Article ; Online: Identification of a heterozygous pathogenic variant in IRAK4 in an adult patient with pneumococcal sepsis, monoclonal gammopathy of uncertain significance, and idiopathic systemic capillary leak syndrome.

    Galant-Swafford, Jessica / Druey, Kirk M / Verma, Divya / Alam, Rafeul

    The journal of allergy and clinical immunology. Global

    2023  Volume 2, Issue 3

    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-05-18
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article
    ISSN 2772-8293
    ISSN (online) 2772-8293
    DOI 10.1016/j.jacig.2023.100116
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  2. Article ; Online: Autologous hematopoietic stem cell transplantation in Clarkson disease.

    Druey, Kirk M / Eisch, A Robin / Cunningham-Rundles, Charlotte

    The journal of allergy and clinical immunology. In practice

    2022  Volume 11, Issue 1, Page(s) 347–349

    MeSH term(s) Humans ; Capillary Leak Syndrome ; Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation ; Transplantation, Autologous
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-10-27
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article ; Research Support, N.I.H., Intramural
    ZDB-ID 2843237-X
    ISSN 2213-2201 ; 2213-2198
    ISSN (online) 2213-2201
    ISSN 2213-2198
    DOI 10.1016/j.jaip.2022.10.023
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  3. Article ; Online: RGS4 controls airway hyperresponsiveness through GAP-independent mechanisms.

    Joshi, Ilin V / Chan, Eunice C / Lack, Justin B / Liu, Chengyu / Druey, Kirk M

    The Journal of biological chemistry

    2024  Volume 300, Issue 4, Page(s) 107127

    Abstract: Regulators of G protein signaling (RGS) proteins constrain G protein-coupled receptor (GPCR)-mediated and other responses throughout the body primarily, but not exclusively, through their GTPase-activating protein activity. Asthma is a highly prevalent ... ...

    Abstract Regulators of G protein signaling (RGS) proteins constrain G protein-coupled receptor (GPCR)-mediated and other responses throughout the body primarily, but not exclusively, through their GTPase-activating protein activity. Asthma is a highly prevalent condition characterized by airway hyper-responsiveness (AHR) to environmental stimuli resulting in part from amplified GPCR-mediated airway smooth muscle contraction. Rgs2 or Rgs5 gene deletion in mice enhances AHR and airway smooth muscle contraction, whereas RGS4 KO mice unexpectedly have decreased AHR because of increased production of the bronchodilator prostaglandin E2 (PGE2) by lung epithelial cells. Here, we found that knockin mice harboring Rgs4 alleles encoding a point mutation (N128A) that sharply curtails RGS4 GTPase-activating protein activity had increased AHR, reduced airway PGE2 levels, and augmented GPCR-induced bronchoconstriction compared with either RGS4 KO mice or WT controls. RGS4 interacted with the p85α subunit of PI3K and inhibited PI3K-dependent PGE2 secretion elicited by transforming growth factor beta in airway epithelial cells. Together, these findings suggest that RGS4 affects asthma severity in part by regulating the airway inflammatory milieu in a G protein-independent manner.
    MeSH term(s) Animals ; RGS Proteins/metabolism ; RGS Proteins/genetics ; Mice ; Dinoprostone/metabolism ; Asthma/metabolism ; Asthma/genetics ; Asthma/pathology ; Mice, Knockout ; Phosphatidylinositol 3-Kinases/metabolism ; Phosphatidylinositol 3-Kinases/genetics ; GTPase-Activating Proteins/genetics ; GTPase-Activating Proteins/metabolism ; Humans ; Respiratory Hypersensitivity/metabolism ; Respiratory Hypersensitivity/genetics ; Respiratory Hypersensitivity/pathology ; Epithelial Cells/metabolism ; Epithelial Cells/pathology ; Bronchoconstriction
    Chemical Substances RGS Proteins ; RGS4 protein (175335-35-0) ; Dinoprostone (K7Q1JQR04M) ; Phosphatidylinositol 3-Kinases (EC 2.7.1.-) ; GTPase-Activating Proteins
    Language English
    Publishing date 2024-03-02
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article ; Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural ; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
    ZDB-ID 2997-x
    ISSN 1083-351X ; 0021-9258
    ISSN (online) 1083-351X
    ISSN 0021-9258
    DOI 10.1016/j.jbc.2024.107127
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  4. Article ; Online: Emerging Roles of Regulators of G Protein Signaling (RGS) Proteins in the Immune System.

    Druey, Kirk M

    Advances in immunology

    2017  Volume 136, Page(s) 315–351

    Abstract: The regulators of G protein signaling (RGS) proteins are a large, evolutionarily conserved group of intracellular proteins expressed in every cell type and tissue throughout the body including the immune system. Through their signature GTPase-activating ... ...

    Abstract The regulators of G protein signaling (RGS) proteins are a large, evolutionarily conserved group of intracellular proteins expressed in every cell type and tissue throughout the body including the immune system. Through their signature GTPase-activating protein (GAP) activity on heterotrimeric G proteins and interactions with signaling complexes and membrane constituents (e.g., lipids), RGS proteins determine the intensity and duration of G protein-coupled receptor-induced responses. They may also have a function in generating intracellular signaling gradients necessary for the directional migration of leukocytes to inflamed tissues containing local accumulations of chemoattractants. Although physiological functions of most RGS proteins in leukocytes and lymphoid organs are largely unknown, it appears thus far that deficiency of individual RGS proteins in mice does not affect homeostatic immune responses in the absence of immunogenic challenge and/or microbial infection. Although aberrant expression of some RGS proteins has been linked to dysregulated immunity and/or neoplasia in humans, there are no human diseases attributed to specific RGS dysfunction. Here, we highlight mostly published work describing expression and functions of the core group of RGS proteins that were among the first discovered, in both innate and adaptive immune processes, with particular emphasis on cell trafficking.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2017
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 80226-8
    ISSN 1557-8445 ; 0065-2776
    ISSN (online) 1557-8445
    ISSN 0065-2776
    DOI 10.1016/bs.ai.2017.05.001
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  5. Article ; Online: Aspergillus fumigatus

    Druey, Kirk M / McCullough, Morgan / Krishnan, Ramaswamy

    Journal of fungi (Basel, Switzerland)

    2020  Volume 6, Issue 2

    Abstract: We review three recent findings that have fundamentally altered our understanding of causative mechanisms underlying fungal-related asthma. These mechanisms may be partially independent of host inflammatory processes but are strongly dependent upon the ... ...

    Abstract We review three recent findings that have fundamentally altered our understanding of causative mechanisms underlying fungal-related asthma. These mechanisms may be partially independent of host inflammatory processes but are strongly dependent upon the actions of Alp1 on lung structural cells. They entail (i) bronchial epithelial sensing of Alp1; (ii) Alp1-induced airway smooth muscle (ASM) contraction; (iii) Alp1-induced airflow obstruction. Collectively, these mechanisms point to Alp1 as a new target for intervention in fungal asthma.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2020-06-16
    Publishing country Switzerland
    Document type Journal Article ; Review
    ZDB-ID 2784229-0
    ISSN 2309-608X ; 2309-608X
    ISSN (online) 2309-608X
    ISSN 2309-608X
    DOI 10.3390/jof6020088
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  6. Article ; Online: RGS proteins, GRKs, and beta-arrestins modulate G protein-mediated signaling pathways in asthma.

    Fuentes, Nathalie / McCullough, Morgan / Panettieri, Reynold A / Druey, Kirk M

    Pharmacology & therapeutics

    2021  Volume 223, Page(s) 107818

    Abstract: Asthma is a highly prevalent disorder characterized by chronic lung inflammation and reversible airways obstruction. Pathophysiological features of asthma include episodic and reversible airway narrowing due to increased bronchial smooth muscle ... ...

    Abstract Asthma is a highly prevalent disorder characterized by chronic lung inflammation and reversible airways obstruction. Pathophysiological features of asthma include episodic and reversible airway narrowing due to increased bronchial smooth muscle shortening in response to external and host-derived mediators, excessive mucus secretion into the airway lumen, and airway remodeling. The aberrant airway smooth muscle (ASM) phenotype observed in asthma manifests as increased sensitivity to contractile mediators (EC
    MeSH term(s) Asthma/metabolism ; G-Protein-Coupled Receptor Kinases/physiology ; GTP-Binding Proteins/physiology ; Humans ; RGS Proteins/physiology ; Receptors, G-Protein-Coupled/physiology ; Signal Transduction/physiology ; beta-Arrestins/physiology
    Chemical Substances RGS Proteins ; Receptors, G-Protein-Coupled ; beta-Arrestins ; G-Protein-Coupled Receptor Kinases (EC 2.7.11.16) ; GTP-Binding Proteins (EC 3.6.1.-)
    Language English
    Publishing date 2021-02-15
    Publishing country England
    Document type Journal Article ; Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural ; Research Support, N.I.H., Intramural ; Review
    ZDB-ID 194735-7
    ISSN 1879-016X ; 0163-7258
    ISSN (online) 1879-016X
    ISSN 0163-7258
    DOI 10.1016/j.pharmthera.2021.107818
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  7. Article ; Online: Management of Acute Episodes of Clarkson Disease (Monoclonal Gammopathy-Associated Systemic Capillary Leak Syndrome) With Intravenous Immunoglobulins.

    Pecker, Mark S / Hammudi, Mustafa / Melchio, Remo / Eisch, A Robin / Verlicchi, Franco / Druey, Kirk M

    Annals of internal medicine. Clinical cases

    2022  Volume 1, Issue 6

    Abstract: Monoclonal gammopathy-associated idiopathic systemic capillary leak syndrome (ISCLS, Clarkson disease) is a rare disorder defined by transient but recurrent bouts of hypotensive shock and anasarca resulting from plasma extravasation. Although ... ...

    Abstract Monoclonal gammopathy-associated idiopathic systemic capillary leak syndrome (ISCLS, Clarkson disease) is a rare disorder defined by transient but recurrent bouts of hypotensive shock and anasarca resulting from plasma extravasation. Although prophylactic treatment with high-dose intravenous immunoglobulins (IVIG, 1-2 g/kg/mo) prevents most disease flares, its utility for acute episodes of ISCLS is unclear. Here, we report the results of a retrospective study of subjects with acute ISCLS treated at or near the onset of symptoms with IVIG. We found that administration of IVIG with minimal additional intravenous fluids was safe and associated with rapid clinical improvement. IVIG given close to the onset of ISCLS-related symptoms is associated with a favorable outcome.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-08-02
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article
    ISSN 2767-7664
    ISSN (online) 2767-7664
    DOI 10.7326/aimcc.2022.0496
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  8. Article ; Online: Severe capillary leak syndrome with cardiac arrest triggered by influenza virus infection.

    Ebdrup, Lotte / Druey, Kirk M / Druey, Kirk / Mogensen, Trine Hyrup

    BMJ case reports

    2018  Volume 2018

    Abstract: Systemic capillary leak syndrome (SCLS), also known as Clarkson syndrome, is a rare disease with potential fatal outcome. The clinical picture involves leakage of fluid and protein from the bloodstream into peripheral tissues, resulting in ... ...

    Abstract Systemic capillary leak syndrome (SCLS), also known as Clarkson syndrome, is a rare disease with potential fatal outcome. The clinical picture involves leakage of fluid and protein from the bloodstream into peripheral tissues, resulting in hypoalbuminaemia, elevated haematocrit, oedema and hypotension. The spectrum of the symptoms ranges from discrete swelling/oedema of extremities to fulminant cardiogenic shock. We present a case with a 52-year-old man diagnosed with SCLS after being resuscitated from cardiac arrest, which was complicated by compartment syndrome. The severe episode of capillary leak was potentially triggered by influenza virus infection. With the benefit of hindsight, he presented with symptoms of SCLS 2 years prior the major acute episode. Here we describe this case and review some aspects of the literature on SCLS, with particular focus on the pathogenesis, treatment/prophylaxis and long-term physical and psychological complications.
    MeSH term(s) Capillary Leak Syndrome/complications ; Capillary Leak Syndrome/diagnosis ; Capillary Leak Syndrome/diagnostic imaging ; Capillary Leak Syndrome/drug therapy ; Coronary Angiography ; Diagnosis, Differential ; Heart Arrest/complications ; Heart Arrest/diagnosis ; Heart Arrest/diagnostic imaging ; Heart Arrest/drug therapy ; Humans ; Immunoglobulins, Intravenous/administration & dosage ; Immunoglobulins, Intravenous/therapeutic use ; Influenza, Human/complications ; Influenza, Human/diagnosis ; Influenza, Human/diagnostic imaging ; Influenza, Human/drug therapy ; Male ; Middle Aged
    Chemical Substances Immunoglobulins, Intravenous
    Language English
    Publishing date 2018-08-29
    Publishing country England
    Document type Case Reports ; Journal Article
    ISSN 1757-790X
    ISSN (online) 1757-790X
    DOI 10.1136/bcr-2018-226108
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  9. Article ; Online: Modeling asthma: Pitfalls, promises, and the road ahead.

    Rosenberg, Helene F / Druey, Kirk M

    Journal of leukocyte biology

    2018  Volume 104, Issue 1, Page(s) 41–48

    Abstract: Asthma is a chronic, heterogeneous, and recurring inflammatory disease of the lower airways, with exacerbations that feature airway inflammation and bronchial hyperresponsiveness. Asthma has been modeled extensively via disease induction in both wild- ... ...

    Abstract Asthma is a chronic, heterogeneous, and recurring inflammatory disease of the lower airways, with exacerbations that feature airway inflammation and bronchial hyperresponsiveness. Asthma has been modeled extensively via disease induction in both wild-type and genetically manipulated laboratory mice (Mus musculus). Antigen sensitization and challenge strategies have reproduced numerous important features of airway inflammation characteristic of human asthma, notably the critical roles of type 2 T helper cell cytokines. Recent models of disease induction have advanced to include physiologic aeroallergens with prolonged respiratory challenge without systemic sensitization; others incorporate tobacco, respiratory viruses, or bacteria as exacerbants. Nonetheless, differences in lung size, structure, and physiologic responses limit the degree to which airway dynamics measured in mice can be compared to human subjects. Other rodent allergic airways models, including those featuring the guinea pig (Cavia porcellus) might be considered for lung function studies. Finally, domestic cats (Feline catus) and horses (Equus caballus) develop spontaneous obstructive airway disorders with clinical and pathologic features that parallel human asthma. Information on pathogenesis and treatment of these disorders is an important resource.
    MeSH term(s) Animals ; Asthma ; Disease Models, Animal ; Humans
    Language English
    Publishing date 2018-02-16
    Publishing country England
    Document type Journal Article ; Research Support, N.I.H., Intramural ; Review
    ZDB-ID 605722-6
    ISSN 1938-3673 ; 0741-5400
    ISSN (online) 1938-3673
    ISSN 0741-5400
    DOI 10.1002/JLB.3MR1117-436R
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  10. Article ; Online: Intrinsic endothelial hyper-responsiveness to inflammatory mediators drives acute episodes in models of Clarkson disease.

    Ablooglu, Ararat J / Chen, Wei-Sheng / Xie, Zhihui / Desai, Abhishek / Paul, Subrata / Lack, Justin B / Scott, Linda A / Eisch, A Robin / Dudek, Arkadiusz Z / Parikh, Samir M / Druey, Kirk M

    The Journal of clinical investigation

    2024  

    Abstract: Clarkson disease (monoclonal gammopathy-associated idiopathic systemic capillary leak syndrome, ISCLS) is a rare, relapsing-remitting disorder featuring the abrupt extravasation of fluids and proteins into peripheral tissues, which in turn leads to ... ...

    Abstract Clarkson disease (monoclonal gammopathy-associated idiopathic systemic capillary leak syndrome, ISCLS) is a rare, relapsing-remitting disorder featuring the abrupt extravasation of fluids and proteins into peripheral tissues, which in turn leads to hypotensive shock, severe hemoconcentration, and hypoalbuminemia. Specific leakage factor(s) and pathways in ISCLS are unknown, and there is no effective treatment for acute flares. Here we characterize an autonomous vascular endothelial defect in ISCLS that is recapitulated in patient-derived endothelial cells (ECs) in culture and in a mouse model of disease. ISCLS-derived ECs are functionally hyper-responsive to permeability-inducing factors like VEGF and histamine in part due to increased endothelial nitric oxide synthase (eNOS) activity. eNOS blockade by administration of N(γ)-nitro-L-arginine methyl ester (L-NAME) ameliorates vascular leakage in an SJL/J mouse model of ISCLS induced by histamine or VEGF challenge. eNOS mislocalization and decreased protein phosphatase 2A (PP2A) expression may contribute to eNOS hyper-activation in ISCLS-derived ECs. Our findings provide mechanistic insights into microvascular barrier dysfunction in ISCLS and highlight a potential therapeutic approach.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2024-03-19
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 3067-3
    ISSN 1558-8238 ; 0021-9738
    ISSN (online) 1558-8238
    ISSN 0021-9738
    DOI 10.1172/JCI169137
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