scholarly journals The Role of Host Genetic Factors in Coronavirus Susceptibility: Review of Animal and Systematic Review of Human Literature

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Marissa LoPresti ◽  
David B. Beck ◽  
Priya Duggal ◽  
Derek A. T. Cummings ◽  
Benjamin D. Solomon
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Host Species ◽  
Genetic Factors ◽  
Respiratory Infections ◽  
Meta Analysis ◽  
Human Studies ◽  
Research Subjects ◽  
Human Host ◽  
Host Genetic ◽  
Host Genetic Factors

AbstractBackgroundThe recent SARS-CoV-2 pandemic raises many scientific and clinical questions. One set of questions involves host genetic factors that may affect disease susceptibility and pathogenesis. New work is emerging related to SARS-CoV-2; previous work on other coronaviruses in humans or other host species may be relevant.ObjectivesTo review existing literature on host genetic factors and their association with infection and disease with coronaviruses in humans and in other host species.MethodsWe conducted a systematic review of literature on host genetic factors in humans associated with coronavirus outcomes. We also reviewed studies of host genetic factors associated with coronavirus outcomes in non-human species. We categorized articles, summarized themes related to animal studies, and extracted data from human studies for analyses.ResultsWe identified 1,187 articles of potential relevance. Forty-five studies examined human host genetic factors related to coronavirus, of which 35 involved analysis of specific genes or loci; aside from one meta-analysis on respiratory infections, all were candidate-driven studies, typically investigating small numbers of research subjects and loci. Multiple significant loci were identified, including 16 related to susceptibility to coronavirus (of which 7 identified protective alleles), and 16 related to outcomes or clinical variables (of which 3 identified protective alleles). The types of cases and controls used varied considerably; four studies used traditional replication/validation cohorts. Of the other studies, 28 involved both human and non-human host genetic factors related to coronavirus, and 174 involved study of non-human (animal) host genetic factors related to coronavirus.Key findingsWe have outlined key genes and loci from animal and human host genetic studies that may bear investigation in the nascent host genetic factor studies of COVID-19. Previous human studies have been limited by relatively low numbers of eligible participants and limited availability of advanced genomic methods. These limitations may be less important to studies of SARS-CoV-2.

scholarly journals A systematic review and meta-analysis of host genetic factors associated with influenza severity

BMC Genomics ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 22 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Nina Van Goethem ◽  
Célestin Danwang ◽  
Nathalie Bossuyt ◽  
Herman Van Oyen ◽  
Nancy H. C. Roosens ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Genetic Factors ◽  
Association Studies ◽  
Influenza Infection ◽  
Meta Analysis ◽  
Genetic Association Studies ◽  
Genome Wide Association Studies ◽  
Severe Influenza ◽  
Host Genetic ◽  
Host Genetic Factors

Abstract Background The severity of influenza disease can range from mild symptoms to severe respiratory failure and can partly be explained by host genetic factors that predisposes the host to severe influenza. Here, we aimed to summarize the current state of evidence that host genetic variants play a role in the susceptibility to severe influenza infection by conducting a systematic review and performing a meta-analysis for all markers with at least three or more data entries. Results A total of 34 primary human genetic association studies were identified that investigated a total of 20 different genes. The only significant pooled ORs were retrieved for the rs12252 polymorphism: an overall OR of 1.52 (95% CI [1.06–2.17]) for the rs12252-C allele compared to the rs12252-T allele. A stratified analysis by ethnicity revealed opposite effects in different populations. Conclusion With exception for the rs12252 polymorphism, we could not identify specific genetic polymorphisms to be associated with severe influenza infection in a pooled meta-analysis. This advocates for the use of large, hypothesis-free, genome-wide association studies that account for the polygenic nature and the interactions with other host, pathogen and environmental factors.

scholarly journals The Role of Host Genetic Factors in Coronavirus Susceptibility: Review of Animal and Systematic Review of Human Literature

2020 ◽  
Vol 107 (3) ◽  
pp. 381-402 ◽  
Author(s):  
Marissa LoPresti ◽  
David B. Beck ◽  
Priya Duggal ◽  
Derek A.T. Cummings ◽  
Benjamin D. Solomon
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Genetic Factors ◽  
Host Genetic ◽  
Host Genetic Factors

A systematic review of the Trypanosoma cruzi genetic heterogeneity, host immune response and genetic factors as plausible drivers of chronic chagasic cardiomyopathy

Parasitology ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 146 (3) ◽  
pp. 269-283 ◽  
Author(s):  
Paula Jiménez ◽  
Jesús Jaimes ◽  
Cristina Poveda ◽  
Juan David Ramírez
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Immune Response ◽  
Trypanosoma Cruzi ◽  
Virulence Factors ◽  
Genetic Heterogeneity ◽  
Genetic Factors ◽  
International Consensus ◽  
Host Genetic ◽  
Chagasic Cardiomyopathy ◽  
Host Genetic Factors

AbstractChagas disease is a complex tropical pathology caused by the kinetoplastid Trypanosoma cruzi. This parasite displays massive genetic diversity and has been classified by international consensus in at least six Discrete Typing Units (DTUs) that are broadly distributed in the American continent. The main clinical manifestation of the disease is the chronic chagasic cardiomyopathy (CCC) that is lethal in the infected individuals. However, one intriguing feature is that only 30–40% of the infected individuals will develop CCC. Some authors have suggested that the immune response, host genetic factors, virulence factors and even the massive genetic heterogeneity of T. cruzi are responsible of this clinical pattern. To date, no conclusive data support the reason why a few percentages of the infected individuals will develop CCC. Therefore, we decided to conduct a systematic review analysing the host genetic factors, immune response, cytokine production, virulence factors and the plausible association of the parasite DTUs and CCC. The epidemiological and clinical implications are herein discussed.

scholarly journals The role of host genetic factors in respiratory tract infectious diseases: systematic review, meta-analyses and field synopsis

2015 ◽  
Vol 5 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Inga Patarčić ◽  
Andrea Gelemanović ◽  
Mirna Kirin ◽  
Ivana Kolčić ◽  
Evropi Theodoratou ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Infectious Diseases ◽  
Respiratory Tract ◽  
Genetic Factors ◽  
Host Genetic ◽  
Meta Analyses ◽  
Host Genetic Factors

scholarly journals Mitochondrial transplantation therapy for ischemia reperfusion injury: a systematic review of animal and human studies

2021 ◽  
Vol 19 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Kei Hayashida ◽  
Ryosuke Takegawa ◽  
Muhammad Shoaib ◽  
Tomoaki Aoki ◽  
Rishabh C. Choudhary ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Reperfusion Injury ◽  
Animal Studies ◽  
Ischemia Reperfusion Injury ◽  
Myocardial Dysfunction ◽  
Ischemia Reperfusion ◽  
Meta Analysis ◽  
Relevant Literature ◽  
Human Studies ◽  
Cochrane Library

Abstract Background Mitochondria are essential organelles that provide energy for cellular functions, participate in cellular signaling and growth, and facilitate cell death. Based on their multifactorial roles, mitochondria are also critical in the progression of critical illnesses. Transplantation of mitochondria has been reported as a potential promising approach to treat critical illnesses, particularly ischemia reperfusion injury (IRI). However, a systematic review of the relevant literature has not been conducted to date. Here, we systematically reviewed the animal and human studies relevant to IRI to summarize the evidence for mitochondrial transplantation. Methods We searched MEDLINE, the Cochrane library, and Embase and performed a systematic review of mitochondrial transplantation for IRI in both preclinical and clinical studies. We developed a search strategy using a combination of keywords and Medical Subject Heading/Emtree terms. Studies including cell-mediated transfer of mitochondria as a transfer method were excluded. Data were extracted to a tailored template, and data synthesis was descriptive because the data were not suitable for meta-analysis. Results Overall, we identified 20 animal studies and two human studies. Among animal studies, 14 (70%) studies focused on either brain or heart IRI. Both autograft and allograft mitochondrial transplantation were used in 17 (85%) animal studies. The designs of the animal studies were heterogeneous in terms of the route of administration, timing of transplantation, and dosage used. Twelve (60%) studies were performed in a blinded manner. All animal studies reported that mitochondrial transplantation markedly mitigated IRI in the target tissues, but there was variation in biological biomarkers and pathological changes. The human studies were conducted with a single-arm, unblinded design, in which autologous mitochondrial transplantation was applied to pediatric patients who required extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) for IRI–associated myocardial dysfunction after cardiac surgery. Conclusion The evidence gathered from our systematic review supports the potential beneficial effects of mitochondrial transplantation after IRI, but its clinical translation remains limited. Further investigations are thus required to explore the mechanisms of action and patient outcomes in critical settings after mitochondrial transplantation. Systematic review registration The study was registered at UMIN under the registration number UMIN000043347.

scholarly journals Vaginal microbiome Lactobacillus crispatus is heritable among European American women

2021 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Michelle L. Wright ◽  
Jennifer M. Fettweis ◽  
Lindon J. Eaves ◽  
Judy L. Silberg ◽  
Michael C. Neale ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Genetic Factors ◽  
European Ancestry ◽  
P Value ◽  
European American ◽  
Extrinsic Factors ◽  
American Women ◽  
Lactobacillus Crispatus ◽  
Host Genetic ◽  
Host Genetic Factors ◽  
European American Women

AbstractThe diversity and dominant bacterial taxa in the vagina are reported to be influenced by multiple intrinsic and extrinsic factors, including but not limited to pregnancy, contraceptive use, pathogenic states, socioeconomic status, and ancestry. However, the extent to which host genetic factors influence variation in the vaginal microbiota is unclear. We used a biometrical genetic approach to determine whether host genetic factors contribute to inter-individual differences in taxa from a sample of 332 twins who self-identified as being of African (44 pairs) or European ancestry (122 pairs). Lactobacillus crispatus, a major determinant of vaginal health, was identified as heritable among European American women (narrow-sense heritability = 34.7%, P-value = 0.018). Heritability of L. crispatus is consistent with the reduced prevalence of adverse reproductive disorders, including bacterial vaginosis and preterm birth, among women of European ancestry.

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