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  1. Article: The cryptic role of CXCL17/CXCR8 axis in the pathogenesis of cancers: a review of the latest evidence.

    Hashemi, Seyyede Fatemeh / Khorramdelazad, Hossein

    Journal of cell communication and signaling

    2022  Volume 17, Issue 3, Page(s) 409–422

    Abstract: Chemokines are immune system mediators that mediate various activities and play a role in the pathogenesis of several cancers. Among these chemokines, C-X-C motif chemokine 17 (CXCL-17) is a relatively novel molecule produced along the airway epithelium ... ...

    Abstract Chemokines are immune system mediators that mediate various activities and play a role in the pathogenesis of several cancers. Among these chemokines, C-X-C motif chemokine 17 (CXCL-17) is a relatively novel molecule produced along the airway epithelium in physiological and pathological conditions, and evidence shows that it plays a homeostatic role in most cases. CXCL17 has a protective role in some cancers and a pathological role in others, such as liver and lung cancer. This chemokine, along with its possible receptor termed G protein-coupled receptor 35 (GPR35) or CXCR8, are involved in recruiting myeloid cells, regulating angiogenesis, defending against pathogenic microorganisms, and numerous other mechanisms. Considering the few studies that have been performed on the dual role of CXCL17 in human malignancies, this review has investigated the possible pro-tumor and anti-tumor roles of this chemokine, as well as future treatment options in cancer therapy.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-11-09
    Publishing country Netherlands
    Document type Journal Article ; Review
    ZDB-ID 2299380-0
    ISSN 1873-961X ; 1873-9601
    ISSN (online) 1873-961X
    ISSN 1873-9601
    DOI 10.1007/s12079-022-00699-7
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  2. Article ; Online: Association of interleukin-17A and chemokine/vascular endothelial growth factor-induced angiogenesis in newly diagnosed patients with bladder cancer.

    Moadab, Ali / Valizadeh, Mohammad Rafie / Nazari, Alireza / Khorramdelazad, Hossein

    BMC immunology

    2024  Volume 25, Issue 1, Page(s) 20

    Abstract: Background: The human interleukin-17 (IL-17) family comprises IL-17A to IL-17 F; their receptors are IL-17RA to IL-17RE. Evidence revealed that these cytokines can have a tumor-supportive or anti-tumor impact on human malignancies. The purpose of this ... ...

    Abstract Background: The human interleukin-17 (IL-17) family comprises IL-17A to IL-17 F; their receptors are IL-17RA to IL-17RE. Evidence revealed that these cytokines can have a tumor-supportive or anti-tumor impact on human malignancies. The purpose of this study was to assess the expression of CXCR2, IL-17RA, and IL-17RC genes at the mRNA level as well as tissue and serum levels of IL-17A, vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF), and transforming growth factor β (TGF-β) in patients with bladder cancer (BC) compared to control.
    Results: This study showed that gene expression of IL-17RA, IL-17RC, and CXCR2 in the tumoral tissue of BC patients was significantly upregulated compared with normal tissue. The findings disclosed a significant difference in the serum and tissue concentrations of IL-17A, VEGF, and TGF-β between the patient and the control groups, as well as tumor and normal tissues.
    Conclusion: This study reveals notable dysregulation of CXCR2, IL-17RA, and IL-17RC genes, alongside changes in IL-17A, VEGF, and TGF-β levels in patients with BC than in controls. These findings indicate their possible involvement in BC development and their potential as diagnostic and therapeutic targets.
    MeSH term(s) Humans ; Interleukin-17/genetics ; Interleukin-17/metabolism ; Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor A/genetics ; Angiogenesis ; Receptors, Interleukin-17/genetics ; Receptors, Interleukin-17/metabolism ; Chemokines ; Urinary Bladder Neoplasms/genetics ; Transforming Growth Factor beta
    Chemical Substances Interleukin-17 ; Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor A ; Receptors, Interleukin-17 ; Chemokines ; Transforming Growth Factor beta
    Language English
    Publishing date 2024-03-21
    Publishing country England
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2041500-X
    ISSN 1471-2172 ; 1471-2172
    ISSN (online) 1471-2172
    ISSN 1471-2172
    DOI 10.1186/s12865-024-00612-4
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  3. Article ; Online: Purinergic signaling: decoding its role in COVID-19 pathogenesis and promising treatment strategies.

    Shafaghat, Zahra / Ghomi, Amir-Hossein Khosrozadeh / Khorramdelazad, Hossein / Safari, Elaheh

    Inflammopharmacology

    2023  Volume 31, Issue 6, Page(s) 3005–3020

    Abstract: The pathogenesis of coronavirus disease (COVID-19), caused by severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS‑CoV‑2), is complex and involves dysregulated immune responses, inflammation, and coagulopathy. Purinergic signaling, mediated by ... ...

    Abstract The pathogenesis of coronavirus disease (COVID-19), caused by severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS‑CoV‑2), is complex and involves dysregulated immune responses, inflammation, and coagulopathy. Purinergic signaling, mediated by extracellular nucleotides and nucleosides, has emerged as a significant player in the pathogenesis of COVID-19. Extracellular adenosine triphosphate (ATP), released from damaged or infected cells, is a danger signal triggering immune responses. It activates immune cells, releasing pro-inflammatory cytokines, contributing to the cytokine storm observed in severe COVID-19 cases. ATP also promotes platelet activation and thrombus formation, contributing to the hypercoagulability seen in COVID-19 patients. On the other hand, adenosine, an immunosuppressive nucleoside, can impair anti-viral immune responses and promote tissue damage through its anti-inflammatory effects. Modulating purinergic receptors represents a promising therapeutic strategy for COVID-19. Understanding the role of purinergic signaling in COVID-19 pathogenesis and developing targeted therapeutic approaches can potentially improve patient outcomes. This review focuses on the part of purinergic signaling in COVID-19 pathogenesis and highlights potential therapeutic approaches targeting purinergic receptors.
    MeSH term(s) Humans ; COVID-19 ; SARS-CoV-2 ; Adenosine Triphosphate ; Adenosine ; Receptors, Purinergic
    Chemical Substances Adenosine Triphosphate (8L70Q75FXE) ; Adenosine (K72T3FS567) ; Receptors, Purinergic
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-10-08
    Publishing country Switzerland
    Document type Journal Article ; Review
    ZDB-ID 1080058-x
    ISSN 1568-5608 ; 0925-4692
    ISSN (online) 1568-5608
    ISSN 0925-4692
    DOI 10.1007/s10787-023-01344-4
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  4. Article: Therapeutic and immunomodulatory potentials of mesenchymal stromal/stem cells and immune checkpoints related molecules.

    Hazrati, Ali / Malekpour, Kosar / Khorramdelazad, Hossein / Rajaei, Samira / Hashemi, Seyed Mahmoud

    Biomarker research

    2024  Volume 12, Issue 1, Page(s) 35

    Abstract: Mesenchymal stromal/stem cells (MSCs) are used in many studies due to their therapeutic potential, including their differentiative ability and immunomodulatory properties. These cells perform their therapeutic functions by using various mechanisms, such ... ...

    Abstract Mesenchymal stromal/stem cells (MSCs) are used in many studies due to their therapeutic potential, including their differentiative ability and immunomodulatory properties. These cells perform their therapeutic functions by using various mechanisms, such as the production of anti-inflammatory cytokines, growth factors, direct cell-to-cell contact, extracellular vesicles (EVs) production, and mitochondrial transfer. However, mechanisms related to immune checkpoints (ICPs) and their effect on the immunomodulatory ability of MSCs are less discussed. The main function of ICPs is to prevent the initiation of unwanted responses and to regulate the immune system responses to maintain the homeostasis of these responses. ICPs are produced by various types of immune system regulatory cells, and defects in their expression and function may be associated with excessive responses that can ultimately lead to autoimmunity. Also, by expressing different types of ICPs and their ligands (ICPLs), tumor cells prevent the formation and durability of immune responses, which leads to tumors' immune escape. ICPs and ICPLs can be produced by MSCs and affect immune cell responses both through their secretion into the microenvironment or direct cell-to-cell interaction. Pre-treatment of MSCs in inflammatory conditions leads to an increase in their therapeutic potential. In addition to the effect that inflammatory environments have on the production of anti-inflammatory cytokines by MSCs, they can increase the expression of various types of ICPLs. In this review, we discuss different types of ICPLs and ICPs expressed by MSCs and their effect on their immunomodulatory and therapeutic potential.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2024-03-21
    Publishing country England
    Document type Journal Article ; Review
    ZDB-ID 2699926-2
    ISSN 2050-7771
    ISSN 2050-7771
    DOI 10.1186/s40364-024-00580-2
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  5. Article ; Online: Natural killer cells and their exosomes in viral infections and related therapeutic approaches: where are we?

    Razizadeh, Mohammad Hossein / Zafarani, Alireza / Taghavi-Farahabadi, Mahsa / Khorramdelazad, Hossein / Minaeian, Sara / Mahmoudi, Mohammad

    Cell communication and signaling : CCS

    2023  Volume 21, Issue 1, Page(s) 261

    Abstract: Innate immunity is the first line of the host immune system to fight against infections. Natural killer cells are the innate immunity lymphocytes responsible for fighting against virus-infected and cancerous cells. They have various mechanisms to ... ...

    Abstract Innate immunity is the first line of the host immune system to fight against infections. Natural killer cells are the innate immunity lymphocytes responsible for fighting against virus-infected and cancerous cells. They have various mechanisms to suppress viral infections. On the other hand, viruses have evolved to utilize different ways to evade NK cell-mediated responses. Viruses can balance the response by regulating the cytokine release pattern and changing the proportion of activating and inhibitory receptors on the surface of NK cells. Exosomes are a subtype of extracellular vesicles that are involved in intercellular communication. Most cell populations can release these nano-sized vesicles, and it was shown that these vesicles produce identical outcomes to the originating cell from which they are released. In recent years, the role of NK cell-derived exosomes in various diseases including viral infections has been highlighted, drawing attention to utilizing the therapeutic potential of these nanoparticles. In this article, the role of NK cells in various viral infections and the mechanisms used by viruses to evade these important immune system cells are initially examined. Subsequently, the role of NK cell exosomes in controlling various viral infections is discussed. Finally, the current position of these cells in the treatment of viral infections and the therapeutic potential of their exosomes are reviewed. Video Abstract.
    MeSH term(s) Humans ; Exosomes ; Virus Diseases ; Killer Cells, Natural ; Extracellular Vesicles ; Cell Communication
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-09-25
    Publishing country England
    Document type Video-Audio Media ; Journal Article ; Review
    ZDB-ID 2126315-2
    ISSN 1478-811X ; 1478-811X
    ISSN (online) 1478-811X
    ISSN 1478-811X
    DOI 10.1186/s12964-023-01266-2
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  6. Article ; Online: Evaluation of the interaction between tumor growth factor-β and interferon type I pathways in patients with COVID-19: focusing on ages 1 to 90 years.

    Abbasifard, Mitra / Fakhrabadi, Ali Hasani / Bahremand, Fatemeh / Khorramdelazad, Hossein

    BMC infectious diseases

    2023  Volume 23, Issue 1, Page(s) 248

    Abstract: Background: Evidence revealed that age could affect immune responses in patients with the acute respiratory syndrome of coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) infection. This study investigated the impact of age on immune responses, especially on the interaction ... ...

    Abstract Background: Evidence revealed that age could affect immune responses in patients with the acute respiratory syndrome of coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) infection. This study investigated the impact of age on immune responses, especially on the interaction between the tumor growth factor-β (TGF-β) and interferon type-I (IFN-I) axes in the pathogenesis of novel coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19).
    Methods: This age-matched case-control investigation enrolled 41 COVID-19 patients and 40 healthy controls categorized into four groups, including group 1 (up to 20 years), group 2 (20-40 years), group 3 (40-60 years), and group 4 (over 60 years). Blood samples were collected at the time of admission. The expression of TGF-βRI, TGF-βRII, IFNARI, IFNARII, interferon regulatory factor 9 (IRF9), and SMAD family member 3 (SMAD3) was measured using the real-time PCR technique. In addition, serum levels of TGF-β, IFN-α, and SERPINE1 were measured by the enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) technique. All biomarkers were measured and analyzed in the four age studies groups.
    Results: The expression of TGF-βRI, TGF-βRII, IFNARI, IFNARII, IRF9, and SMAD3 was markedly upregulated in all age groups of patients compared with the matched control groups. Serum levels of IFN-α and SERPINE1 were significantly higher in patient groups than in control groups. While TGF-β serum levels were only significantly elevated in the 20 to 40 and over 60 years patient group than in matched control groups.
    Conclusions: These data showed that the age of patients, at least at the time of admission, may not significantly affect TGF-β- and IFN-I-associated immune responses. However, it is possible that the severity of the disease affects these pathway-mediated responses, and more studies with a larger sample size are needed to verify it.
    MeSH term(s) Humans ; Infant ; Child, Preschool ; Child ; Adolescent ; Young Adult ; Adult ; Middle Aged ; Aged ; Aged, 80 and over ; COVID-19 ; Interferon Type I ; SARS-CoV-2 ; Transforming Growth Factor beta/genetics ; Transforming Growth Factor beta/metabolism ; Neoplasms
    Chemical Substances Interferon Type I ; Transforming Growth Factor beta
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-04-18
    Publishing country England
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2041550-3
    ISSN 1471-2334 ; 1471-2334
    ISSN (online) 1471-2334
    ISSN 1471-2334
    DOI 10.1186/s12879-023-08225-9
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  7. Article ; Online: Hypoxia effects on oncolytic virotherapy in Cancer: Friend or Foe?

    Sadri, Maryam / Najafi, Alireza / Rahimi, Ali / Behranvand, Nafiseh / Hossein Kazemi, Mohammad / Khorramdelazad, Hossein / Falak, Reza

    International immunopharmacology

    2023  Volume 122, Page(s) 110470

    Abstract: Researchers have tried to find novel strategies for cancer treatment in the past decades. Among the utilized methods, administering oncolytic viruses (OVs) alone or combined with other anticancer therapeutic approaches has had promising outcomes, ... ...

    Abstract Researchers have tried to find novel strategies for cancer treatment in the past decades. Among the utilized methods, administering oncolytic viruses (OVs) alone or combined with other anticancer therapeutic approaches has had promising outcomes, especially in solid tumors. Infecting the tumor cells by these viruses can lead to direct lysis or induction of immune responses. However, the immunosuppressive tumor microenvironment (TME) is considered a significant challenge for oncolytic virotherapy in treating cancer. Based on OV type, hypoxic conditions in the TME can accelerate or repress virus replication. Therefore, genetic manipulation of OVs or other molecular modifications to reduce hypoxia can induce antitumor responses. Moreover, using OVs with tumor lysis capability in the hypoxic TME may be an attractive strategy to overcome the limitations of the therapy. This review summarizes the latest information available in the field of cancer virotherapy and discusses the dual effect of hypoxia on different types of OVs to optimize available related therapeutic methods.
    MeSH term(s) Humans ; Oncolytic Virotherapy ; Neoplasms/pathology ; Oncolytic Viruses/genetics ; Tumor Microenvironment ; Virus Replication
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-07-09
    Publishing country Netherlands
    Document type Journal Article ; Review
    ZDB-ID 2043785-7
    ISSN 1878-1705 ; 1567-5769
    ISSN (online) 1878-1705
    ISSN 1567-5769
    DOI 10.1016/j.intimp.2023.110470
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  8. Article ; Online: The bio-mission of interleukin-6 in the pathogenesis of COVID-19: A brief look at potential therapeutic tactics.

    Abbasifard, Mitra / Khorramdelazad, Hossein

    Life sciences

    2020  Volume 257, Page(s) 118097

    Abstract: Interleukin-6 (IL-6), known as an inflammatory cytokine, can be involved in many innate and adaptive immune responses. The role of IL-6 in the pathogenesis of the novel coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) has recently received much more attention due to ... ...

    Abstract Interleukin-6 (IL-6), known as an inflammatory cytokine, can be involved in many innate and adaptive immune responses. The role of IL-6 in the pathogenesis of the novel coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) has recently received much more attention due to the spread of the virus and its pandemic potential. Cytokine storm is among the most critical pathological events in patients affected with coronaviruses (CoVs), i.e., severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus (SARS-CoV), Middle East respiratory syndrome coronavirus (MERS-CoV), and COVID-19, causing inflammation-induced lung injury and also occurring as a result of dysregulation of immune responses to the mentioned viruses. IL-6, along with some other inflammatory cytokines, including IL-1 beta (β), IL-8, and tumor necrosis factor-alpha (TNF-α), as well as inflammatory chemokines, can significantly contribute to, fever, lymphopenia, coagulation, lung injury, and multi-organ failure (MOF). Therefore, researchers are to explore novel approaches to treat the disease through targeting of IL-6 and its receptors based on prior experience of other disorders. In this review article, the latest findings on the role of IL-6 in the pathogenesis of COVID-19, as well as therapeutic perspectives, were summarized and discussed.
    MeSH term(s) Betacoronavirus/immunology ; Betacoronavirus/metabolism ; COVID-19 ; Coronavirus Infections/immunology ; Coronavirus Infections/metabolism ; Cytokines/immunology ; Humans ; Inflammation/immunology ; Interleukin-6/immunology ; Interleukin-6/metabolism ; Interleukin-6/pharmacology ; Middle East Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus/immunology ; Pandemics ; Pneumonia, Viral/immunology ; Pneumonia, Viral/metabolism ; Severe acute respiratory syndrome-related coronavirus/immunology ; SARS-CoV-2
    Chemical Substances Cytokines ; Interleukin-6
    Keywords covid19
    Language English
    Publishing date 2020-07-15
    Publishing country Netherlands
    Document type Journal Article ; Review
    ZDB-ID 3378-9
    ISSN 1879-0631 ; 0024-3205
    ISSN (online) 1879-0631
    ISSN 0024-3205
    DOI 10.1016/j.lfs.2020.118097
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  9. Article ; Online: Role of Interleukin-17 family cytokines in disease severity of patients with knee osteoarthritis.

    Kamiab, Zahra / Khorramdelazad, Hossein / Kafi, Mehdi / Jafarzadeh, Abdollah / Mohammadi-Shahrokhi, Vahid / Bagheri-Hosseinabadi, Zahra / Saeed Askari, Pooya / Abbasifard, Mitra

    Advances in rheumatology (London, England)

    2024  Volume 64, Issue 1, Page(s) 11

    Abstract: Background: Interleukin-17 (IL-17) family plays a role in the pathogenesis of knee osteoarthritis (KOA) by contributing to the inflammatory and destructive processes in the affected joint. This study aimed to measure levels of IL-17 A and IL-25 (IL-17E) ...

    Abstract Background: Interleukin-17 (IL-17) family plays a role in the pathogenesis of knee osteoarthritis (KOA) by contributing to the inflammatory and destructive processes in the affected joint. This study aimed to measure levels of IL-17 A and IL-25 (IL-17E) in serum of KOA patients and determine their roles in the disease severity of patients.
    Methods: In this, 34 patients with KOA and 30 age and sex-matched healthy subjects (HS) were enrolled. Patients were categorized based on their Western Ontario and McMaster Universities Osteoarthritis Index (WOMAC), Visual Analog Scale (VAS), and Body Mass Index (BMI) scores. The enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) technique was employed to measure serum levels of IL-17 A and IL-25.
    Results: Level of IL-25 was significantly higher (P < 0.0001) in the KOA subjects than HS. IL-17 A level was significantly higher in KOA cases with WOMAC < 40 (P < 0.0001) in comparison to HS. IL-25 level was significantly higher in the KOA cases with WOMAC < 40 (P < 0.0001) and with WOMAC ≥ 40 (P < 0.0001) compared to HS. IL-17 A concentration was significantly higher in the KOA cases with VAS < 5 (P < 0.0001) compared to HS. IL-25 level was significantly higher in the KOA cases with VAS < 5 (P < 0.0001) and with VAS ≥ 5 (P < 0.0001) in comparison to HS. KOA patients with BMI ≥ 30 had significantly higher IL-17 A and IL-25 concentration in comparison to HS.
    Conclusions: The serum level of IL-25 in KOA patients is increased probably due to negative controlling feedback on inflammatory responses, which can be associated with obesity and disease activity.
    MeSH term(s) Humans ; Interleukin-17 ; Osteoarthritis, Knee ; Patient Acuity ; Body Mass Index ; Cytokines
    Chemical Substances Interleukin-17 ; Cytokines
    Language English
    Publishing date 2024-01-24
    Publishing country England
    Document type Journal Article
    ISSN 2523-3106
    ISSN (online) 2523-3106
    DOI 10.1186/s42358-024-00351-5
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  10. Article ; Online: Role of CCL2/CCR2 axis in the immunopathogenesis of rheumatoid arthritis: Latest evidence and therapeutic approaches.

    Moadab, Fatemeh / Khorramdelazad, Hossein / Abbasifard, Mitra

    Life sciences

    2021  Volume 269, Page(s) 119034

    Abstract: Evidence suggests that uncontrolled immune system responses and their components play a significant role in developing rheumatoid arthritis (RA), which is considered an autoimmune disease (AD). Among immune system mediators, cytokines and chemokines are ... ...

    Abstract Evidence suggests that uncontrolled immune system responses and their components play a significant role in developing rheumatoid arthritis (RA), which is considered an autoimmune disease (AD). Among immune system mediators, cytokines and chemokines are involved in numerous physiological and pathological processes. CCL2 or monocyte chemoattractant protein-1 (MCP-1) is known as a CC chemokine that can induce the locomotion and recruitment of monocytes and macrophages to the site of injury. When CCL2 binds to its receptors, the most important of which is CCR2, various signaling pathways are triggered, eventually leading to various immunological events such as inflammation. This chemokine also participates in several events involved in RA pathogenesis, such as osteoclastogenesis, migration of effector T cells to the RA synovium tissue, and angiogenesis. In this review article, the role of the CCL2/CCR2 axis in RA pathogenesis and the immunotherapy opportunities based on CCL2/CCR2 axis targeting has been discussed based on existing investigations.
    MeSH term(s) Animals ; Arthritis, Rheumatoid/immunology ; Arthritis, Rheumatoid/metabolism ; Arthritis, Rheumatoid/pathology ; Arthritis, Rheumatoid/therapy ; Chemokine CCL2/metabolism ; Humans ; Immunotherapy/methods ; Receptors, CCR2/metabolism
    Chemical Substances Chemokine CCL2 ; Receptors, CCR2
    Language English
    Publishing date 2021-01-13
    Publishing country Netherlands
    Document type Journal Article ; Review
    ZDB-ID 3378-9
    ISSN 1879-0631 ; 0024-3205
    ISSN (online) 1879-0631
    ISSN 0024-3205
    DOI 10.1016/j.lfs.2021.119034
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