ADAM10 inhibition improves survival and augments cardiac function after myocardial infarction

2020 ◽  
Vol 41 (Supplement_2) ◽  
Author(s):  
E Klapproth ◽  
S Kuenzel ◽  
M Guenscht ◽  
K Lorenz ◽  
S Weber ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Myocardial Infarction ◽  
Heart Failure ◽  
Overall Survival ◽  
Cardiac Function ◽  
Elevated Serum ◽  
Functional Improvement ◽  
Funding Source ◽  
Heart Research ◽  
Neprilysin Inhibitor

Abstract Background and purpose Following myocardial infarction (MI), adverse fibrotic remodeling with extensive deposition of extracellular matrix (ECM) components has substantial consequences for the contractility of the ventricle finally leading to terminal heart failure (HF). Recently, inhibition of ECM-remodeling enzymes is discussed as potential treatment option for HF, especially following MI. The metalloprotease ADAM10 plays a crucial role in the development of the cardiovascular system and HF patients show elevated serum levels of the ADAM10 substrates CXCL16 and FasL. However, the causal role of ADAM10 in cardiovascular diseases has not been investigated. Here we evaluate the so far unknown role of ADAM10 in heart failure and after MI. Methods and results Our study capitalized from human atrial tissue biopsies, a cardiomyocyte-specific ADAM10 knockout (ADAM10 KO) mouse model as well as pharmacological ADAM10 inhibition following MI. ADAM10 expression analysis revealed elevated protein levels in HF patients compared to non-failing hearts. Upon MI, ADAM10 KO and pharmacological ADAM10 inhibition (GI254023X) significantly improved overall survival, significantly enhanced cardiac function (fractional area shortening - FAS, ejection fraction - EF) and significantly reduced infarct sizes. Compared to the high potential angiotensin receptor neprilysin inhibitor (ARNi) LCZ696, ADAM10 inhibition and combined ADAM10i/LCZ696 treatment resulted in preservation of cardiac function that was superior to sole LCZ696 treatment. Mechanistically, this functional improvement was due to reduced shedding of the ADAM10 substrate Notch1, induction of angiogenesis and an ADAM10-dependend inactivation of the NLRP3 inflammasome Conclusion Our data suggest that ADAM10 targeting is highly efficient for improving post-infarction cardiac function. Due to its overexpression in heart tissue of HF patients, ADAM10 could be a potential molecular target to improve therapy after MI. In terms of overall survival and pathophysiological remodeling following MI, our data suggest a greater potential of the ADAM10i/LCZ696 combinatorial therapy than sole LCZ696 treatment. Funding Acknowledgement Type of funding source: Public grant(s) – National budget only. Main funding source(s): German Heart Foundation/ German Foundation of Heart Research

scholarly journals Histidine triad nucleotide-binding protein 2 protects cardiomyocytes via maintaining NAD homeostasis in virto and in vivo

2020 ◽  
Vol 41 (Supplement_2) ◽  
Author(s):  
F Mengkang ◽  
Y.I.N Huang ◽  
J Qian
Keyword(s):  
Myocardial Infarction ◽  
Heart Failure ◽  
Molecular Docking ◽  
Nucleotide Binding ◽  
Metabolic Status ◽  
Funding Source ◽  
Targeted Metabolomics ◽  
Pet Ct

Abstract Background Heart failure (HF) is the end-stage of most heart diseases with poor clinical outcomes. The mitochondrial dysfunction is a critical therapeutic target in HF, and the histidine triad nucleotide-binding (HINT2) protein has been shown to enhance energy metabolism in liver. However, the role of HINT2 in HF remains unclear. Purpose To explore the role of the histidine triad nucleotide-binding 2 (HINT2) protein in heart failure. Methods Neonatal mouse ventricle myocytes (NMVMs) and myocardial infarction-induced heart failure mice were used for in vitro or in vivo experiments. Adenovirus (ADV) and adeno-associated virus serum type 9 (AAV9) vectors were used to regulate HINT2 expression. The expression of HINT2 was determined by quantifying the mRNA and protein levels. Cell survival was analysed using the CCK-8 kit and TUNEL staining. Mitochondrial function was determined by the mitochondrial membrane potential and oxygen consumption rates. AAV9-HINT2 was injected 24 h post myocardial infarction following which transthoracic echocardiography and histological analyses were performed after 4 weeks. Positron emission tomography tomography-computed tomography (PET/CT) and targeted metabolomics analyses were used to explore the metabolic status in vivo. NAD levels were measured using a colorimetric kit. Computer-simulated rigid body molecular docking was performed using AUTODOCK4. Molecule binding kinetics assays were performed using biolayer interferometry. Results After 12 hours hypoxia stimuli, HINT2 was down regulated. ADV-HINT2 induced HINT2 overexpression improved NMVMs survival and reduced apoptosis after hypoxia. MMP was reduced in ADV-shHINT2 group and was preserved in ADV-HINT2 group under hypoxia. HINT2 overexpressed NMVMs showed less reduction in basal, ATP-linked and maximum OCR after hypoxia stimuli. In vivo experiment, showed that cardiac function and metabolic status was preserved by HINT2 overexpression. PET/CT displayed glucose uptake ability was significantly reduced in in failing heart, which was preserved by overexpression of HINT2. Targeted metabolomics analysis showed that nicotinate and nicotinamide metabolism pathway was regulated by HINT2, in which oxidized state NAD (NAD+) and redox state NAD (NADH) was increased in AAV9-HINT2 group. NAD concentration was detected in NMVMs. HINT2 can improve total NAD level rather than ratio of NAD+/NADH, and its effect was limited into mitochondria.HINT2 overexpression restored mitochondrial NAD levels; this was dependent on nicotinamide mononucleotide (NMN). Using computer-simulated molecular docking analysis and biolayer interferometry, we observed that HINT2 potentially binds and associates with NMN. Conclusion In summary, these findings demonstrate that the HINT2 is beneficial to preserve the heart function and metabolism in the HF murine model after acute MI, and this positive effect may due to the maintenance of mitochondrial NAD homeostasis. Funding Acknowledgement Type of funding source: Foundation. Main funding source(s): National Natural Science Foundation of China (Grant Nos: 81970295, 81870267)

scholarly journals Targeting MEF2 acetylation improves myocardial recovery and overall survival in mice

2020 ◽  
Vol 41 (Supplement_2) ◽  
Author(s):  
N.H Bishopric ◽  
J.Q Wei ◽  
C Crowley ◽  
G Wang
Keyword(s):  
Myocardial Infarction ◽  
Heart Failure ◽  
Median Survival ◽  
Myocardial Infarct ◽  
Compensatory Hypertrophy ◽  
Gene Set Enrichment Analysis ◽  
Wall Thickening ◽  
Funding Source ◽  
Heart Research

Abstract Background Post-myocardial infarct remodeling is a complex process that is strongly associated with the eventual development of heart failure, and involves myocyte hypertrophy, specific alterations in gene expression and mitochondrial metabolism, myocyte death, fibrosis, and incursion of inflammatory mediators. Many of these alterations involve dynamic changes in lysine acetylation (KAc), a key regulatory post-transcriptional modification in the nucleus and cytosol, and can be blocked by small molecules with broad activity against histone deacetylases (HDACi). The downstream targets of HDACi and other KAc modulators remain to be established, and the safety of this class of agent for long-term administration in heart failure is similarly unknown. We recently reported that a small molecule probe (8MI) selectively blocking acetylation of transcription factor MEF2 is effective in preventing and reversing pressure overload hypertrophy in vivo, without altering overall histone acetylation. Hypothesis Treatment with a MEF2-selective KAc modulator will accelerate cardiac functional recovery after myocardial infarction. Methods The left coronary artery was permanently ligated (PCO) in 8–10 week C57BL/6J mice; controls underwent thoracotomy only (Sham). Within each group, half received 8MI (20–100mg/kg) by gavage daily, beginning at 30 min, and half received diluent only (DMSO). Treatment was continued for 31 days with weekly echocardiography. Mice from each group (n=3–6) were euthanized weekly for gross and histological analysis. Separately, mice were subjected to transverse aortic banding (TAC) +/− 8MI. Comparative LV RNASeq data were analysed using Gene Set Enrichment Analysis at 4 weeks, and median survival was determined. Results At 24 hours all PCO vs. Sham mice had reduced ejection fraction (62.1±1.08% vs. 80.9±1.08%), increased LV diastolic dimensions, and decreased systolic wall thickening (n =min. 8 per group, p < E-001). Over 4 weeks, heart weights progressively increased in PCO mice together with lung and liver congestion. 8MI dose-dependently improvedeach of these parameters, with near-normal function and organ weights at 4 weeks in higher-dose groups. 8MI also reduced infarct size, compensatory hypertrophy, and fibrosis at 4 weeks. In parallel, 8MI extended median survival by 1.67-fold after TAC (127.5 vs 76 days, p<0.0001, 8MI vs DMSO). RNASeq +GSEA analysis revealed that 8MI treatment blocked MEF2 target gene induction, while enriching for gene sets Oxidative Phosphorylation and Myc Targets (FDR q values 0.000 and 0.041) compared with DMSO. Conclusion An inhibitor of MEF2 acetylation promoted significant functional and pathological recovery in a mouse model of myocardial infarction, associated with suppression of MEF2-dependent transcription. These findings point to a novel approach to preventing myocardial functional decline, and improving survival, after myocardial injury. Funding Acknowledgement Type of funding source: Public grant(s) – National budget only. Main funding source(s): National Institutes of Health; Miami Heart Research Institute

scholarly journals Negative feedback of SNRK to circ-SNRK regulates cardiac function post-myocardial infarction

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Zhi-Yan Wang ◽  
Xiao-Xiao Liu ◽  
Yun-Fei Deng
Keyword(s):  
Myocardial Infarction ◽  
Heart Failure ◽  
Cardiac Function ◽  
Negative Feedback ◽  
Atp Synthesis ◽  
Protective Role ◽  
Splicing Regulator ◽  
Mitochondrial Efficiency

AbstractA limited delivery of oxygen and metabolic substrate to the heart caused by myocardial infarction (MI) impairs the cardiac function, and often results in heart failure. Here, we identified a circRNA (circ-SNRK) from SNRK (sucrose nonfermenting 1-related kinase, which can increase the cardiac mitochondrial efficiency) in cardiomyocytes (CMs). Circ-SNRK can sponge the miR-33 and in turn improved the ATP synthesis via SNRK, proving the existence of circ-SNRK - miR-33 - SNRK axis. Furthermore, we found that protein NOVA1 (NOVA alternative splicing regulator 1) could accelerate the circ-SNRK formation; a cleaved peptide (~55 kDa) from SNRK enters the nucleus and blocks the cyclization of circ-SNRK via binding to NOVA1. The aforementioned negative feedback of SNRK to circ-SNRK limited the SNRK at a proper level, and inhibited the protective role of circ-SNRK in ischemic heart. In addition, our in vivo experiment indicated that the overexpression of exogenic circ-SNRK could break this loop and improves the cardiac function post-MI in rats. Together, our results demonstrated that the negative loop of circ-SNRK with SNRK regulates the energy metabolism in CMs, thus might be a potential therapeutic target for heart failure.

scholarly journals Neutrophil Elastase Deficiency Ameliorates Myocardial Injury Post Myocardial Infarction in Mice

2021 ◽  
Vol 22 (2) ◽  
pp. 722
Author(s):  
Yukino Ogura ◽  
Kazuko Tajiri ◽  
Nobuyuki Murakoshi ◽  
DongZhu Xu ◽  
Saori Yonebayashi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Myocardial Infarction ◽  
Cardiac Function ◽  
Neutrophil Elastase ◽  
Myocardial Injury ◽  
Flow Cytometric Analysis ◽  
Akt Signaling ◽  
Border Zone ◽  
Terminal Deoxynucleotidyl Transferase ◽  
Deficient Mice

Neutrophils are recruited into the heart at an early stage following a myocardial infarction (MI). These secrete several proteases, one of them being neutrophil elastase (NE), which promotes inflammatory responses in several disease models. It has been shown that there is an increase in NE activity in patients with MI; however, the role of NE in MI remains unclear. Therefore, the present study aimed to investigate the role of NE in the pathogenesis of MI in mice. NE expression peaked on day 1 in the infarcted hearts. In addition, NE deficiency improved survival and cardiac function post-MI, limiting fibrosis in the noninfarcted myocardium. Sivelestat, an NE inhibitor, also improved survival and cardiac function post-MI. Flow cytometric analysis showed that the numbers of heart-infiltrating neutrophils and inflammatory macrophages (CD11b+F4/80+CD206low cells) were significantly lower in NE-deficient mice than in wild-type (WT) mice. At the border zone between intact and necrotic areas, the number of terminal deoxynucleotidyl transferase dUTP nick end labeling (TUNEL)-positive apoptotic cells was lower in NE-deficient mice than in WT mice. Western blot analyses revealed that the expression levels of insulin receptor substrate 1 and phosphorylation of Akt were significantly upregulated in NE-knockout mouse hearts, indicating that NE deficiency might improve cardiac survival by upregulating insulin/Akt signaling post-MI. Thus, NE may enhance myocardial injury by inducing an excessive inflammatory response and suppressing Akt signaling in cardiomyocytes. Inhibition of NE might serve as a novel therapeutic target in the treatment of MI.

Long-term impact of new-onset atrial fibrillation complicating acute myocardial infarction on heart failure: insights from the NOAFCAMI-SH registry

2020 ◽  
Vol 41 (Supplement_2) ◽  
Author(s):  
S.L Xu ◽  
J Luo ◽  
H.Q Li ◽  
Z.Q Li ◽  
B.X Liu ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Myocardial Infarction ◽  
Heart Failure ◽  
Atrial Fibrillation ◽  
Acute Myocardial Infarction ◽  
Natural Science ◽  
Funding Source ◽  
Onset Atrial Fibrillation ◽  
New Onset

Abstract Background New-onset atrial fibrillation (NOAF) complicating acute myocardial infarction (AMI) has been associated with poor survival, but the clinical implication of NOAF on subsequent heart failure (HF) is still not well studied. We aimed to investigate the relationship between NOAF following AMI and HF hospitalization. Methods This retrospective cohort study was conducted between February 2014 and March 2018, using data from the New-Onset Atrial Fibrillation Complicating Acute Myocardial Infarction in ShangHai registry, where all participants did not have a documented AF history. Patients with AMI who discharged alive and had complete echocardiography and follow-up data were analyzed. The primary outcome was HF hospitalization, which was defined as a minimum of an overnight hospital stay of a participant who presented with symptoms and signs of HF or received intravenous diuretics. Results A total of 2075 patients were included, of whom 228 developed NOAF during the index AMI hospitalization. During up to 5 years of follow-up (median: 2.7 years), 205 patients (9.9%) experienced HF hospitalization and 220 patients (10.6%) died. The incidence rate of HF hospitalization among patients with NOAF was 18.4% per year compared with 2.8% per year for those with sinus rhythm. After adjustment for confounders, NOAF was significantly associated with HF hospitalization (hazard ratio [HR]: 3.14, 95% confidence interval [CI]: 2.30–4.28; p<0.001). Consistent result was observed after accounting for the competing risk of all-cause death (subdistribution HR: 3.06, 95% CI: 2.18–4.30; p<0.001) or performing a propensity score adjusted multivariable model (HR: 3.28, 95% CI: 2.39–4.50; p<0.001). Furthermore, the risk of HF hospitalization was significantly higher in patients with persistent NOAF (HR: 5.81; 95% CI: 3.59–9.41) compared with that in those with transient NOAF (HR: 2.61; 95% CI: 1.84–3.70; p interaction = 0.008). Conclusion NOAF complicating AMI is strongly associated with an increased long-term risk of heart. Cumulative incidence of outcome Funding Acknowledgement Type of funding source: Public grant(s) – National budget only. Main funding source(s): 1. National Natural Science Foundation of China, 2. Natural Science Foundation of Shanghai

The effect of oestrogen withdrawal on cardiac Ca2+ regulation and the influence of GPER1

2020 ◽  
Vol 41 (Supplement_2) ◽  
Author(s):  
A.J Francis ◽  
J.M Firth ◽  
N Islam ◽  
J Gorelik ◽  
K.T MacLeod
Keyword(s):  
Heart Failure ◽  
Structural Integrity ◽  
Left Ventricular ◽  
Funding Source ◽  
Hormonal Changes ◽  
Ion Conductance ◽  
Developing Heart ◽  
Rapid Stimulation ◽  
Post Menopausal

Abstract Background Post-menopausal women have an enhanced risk of developing heart failure, attributed to declining oestrogen levels during menopause. However, the signalling mechanisms remain undetermined. Purpose We aim to determine the role of G-protein coupled oestrogenic receptor 1 (GPER1) in intracellular Ca2+ regulation and the consequences of hormonal changes that may exacerbate the pathophysiology of heart failure. Methods Ovariectomy (OVx) (mimics menopausal hormone changes) or sham surgeries were conducted on female guinea pigs. Left ventricular cardiomyocytes were isolated 150-days post-operatively for experimental use. Cellular t-tubule network and structural integrity was measured using fluorescent di-8-ANEPPs staining and scanning ion conductance microscopy. GPER1 expression and localisation was measured by Western blot and immunostaining. The role of GPER1 activation was measured using selective agonist G-1 in electrophysiological and Ca2+-sensitive dye fluorescence experiments. Results Following oestrogen withdrawal, the t-tubule network density decreased by 13% and z-groove index reduced by 15%. GPER1 predominantly localised to the peri-nuclear endoplasmic reticulum and its expression increased by 32% in OVx. Action potential duration (APD) prolonged in OVx and following GPER1 activation, APD90 shortened by 11% and 25% in sham and OVx respectively. OVx cells had larger peak inward Ca2+ current (ICaL) (by 22%) and sarcoplasmic reticulum (SR) Ca2+ content (by 13%), compared with sham. While GPER1 activation had little effect on peak ICaL or SR content, it reduced Ca2+ transient amplitude (by 20%), SR fractional release (by 11%) in OVx cells. The frequency of occurrence of spontaneous Ca2+ waves evoked by periods of rapid stimulation reduced by 40% and wave-free survival time prolonged in OVx cells following GPER1 activation. Conclusions In the hearts of an animal species whose electrophysiology and intracellular Ca2+ regulation is akin to humans, we show that following oestrogen deficiency, the t-tubule network is down-regulated and becomes disorganised, GPER1 expression is increased and its activation induces negative inotropic responses in cardiomyocytes. This may limit the adverse changes to Ca2+ signalling reported in OVx that could be pro-arrhythmic and exacerbate the progression to heart failure. Funding Acknowledgement Type of funding source: Foundation. Main funding source(s): British Heart Foundation

Role of oxidative stress in left ventricular remodeling and heart failure after myocardial infarction

1999 ◽  
Vol 5 (3) ◽  
pp. 79
Author(s):  
Shintaro Kinugawa ◽  
Hiroyuki Tsutsui ◽  
Tomomi Ide ◽  
Hideo Ustumi ◽  
Nobuhiro Suematsu ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Oxidative Stress ◽  
Myocardial Infarction ◽  
Heart Failure ◽  
Ventricular Remodeling ◽  
Left Ventricular Remodeling ◽  
Left Ventricular

Heart Failure Therapy in 2016

2016 ◽  
Vol 51 (1) ◽  
pp. 79-82
Author(s):  
Douglas L. Jennings
Keyword(s):  
Heart Failure ◽  
Recent Literature ◽  
Residual Disease ◽  
Angiotensin Receptor ◽  
Heart Failure Therapy ◽  
Call To Action ◽  
Neprilysin Inhibitor ◽  
Drug Regimens ◽  
Contemporary Practice

Heart failure (HF) continues to afflict millions of Americans, resulting in substantial clinical and economic burden to our society. Recent literature has highlighted the role of 2 novel therapies (an angiotensin receptor blocker/neprilysin inhibitor and ivabradine) in further reducing residual disease in HF. Simultaneously, evidence has mounted suggesting that older therapies like digoxin are not effective in contemporary practice and, in fact, may be harmful. This editorial summarizes the most recently published articles pertaining to both new and old HF therapies and provides a call to action to pharmacists on how to shift patients toward effective drug regimens.

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