scholarly journals Oxidative Stress and Carbonyl Lesions in Ulcerative Colitis and Associated Colorectal Cancer

2016 ◽  
Vol 2016 ◽  
pp. 1-15 ◽  
Author(s):  
Zhiqi Wang ◽  
Sai Li ◽  
Yu Cao ◽  
Xuefei Tian ◽  
Rong Zeng ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Oxidative Stress ◽  
Colorectal Cancer ◽  
Ulcerative Colitis ◽  
Carbonyl Compounds ◽  
Gene Mutations ◽  
Oxygen Species ◽  
Inflammatory Conditions ◽  
Dna Mutations ◽  
Pathogenic Factors ◽  
Protein Dysfunction

Oxidative stress has long been known as a pathogenic factor of ulcerative colitis (UC) and colitis-associated colorectal cancer (CAC), but the effects of secondary carbonyl lesions receive less emphasis. In inflammatory conditions, reactive oxygen species (ROS), such as superoxide anion free radical (O2∙-), hydrogen peroxide (H2O2), and hydroxyl radical (HO∙), are produced at high levels and accumulated to cause oxidative stress (OS). In oxidative status, accumulated ROS can cause protein dysfunction and DNA damage, leading to gene mutations and cell death. Accumulated ROS could also act as chemical messengers to activate signaling pathways, such as NF-κB and p38 MAPK, to affect cell proliferation, differentiation, and apoptosis. More importantly, electrophilic carbonyl compounds produced by lipid peroxidation may function as secondary pathogenic factors, causing further protein and membrane lesions. This may in turn exaggerate oxidative stress, forming a vicious cycle. Electrophilic carbonyls could also cause DNA mutations and breaks, driving malignant progression of UC. The secondary lesions caused by carbonyl compounds may be exceptionally important in the case of host carbonyl defensive system deficit, such as aldo-keto reductase 1B10 deficiency. This review article updates the current understanding of oxidative stress and carbonyl lesions in the development and progression of UC and CAC.

scholarly journals Protocatechuic Acid, a Simple Plant Secondary Metabolite, Induced Apoptosis by Promoting Oxidative Stress through HO-1 Downregulation and p21 Upregulation in Colon Cancer Cells

Biomolecules ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (10) ◽  
pp. 1485
Author(s):  
Rosaria Acquaviva ◽  
Barbara Tomasello ◽  
Claudia Di Giacomo ◽  
Rosa Santangelo ◽  
Alfonsina La Mantia ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Oxidative Stress ◽  
Colorectal Cancer ◽  
Reactive Oxygen Species ◽  
Colon Cancer ◽  
Cancer Cells ◽  
Protocatechuic Acid ◽  
Reactive Oxygen ◽  
Oxygen Species ◽  
Colon Cancer Cells ◽  
Glutamylcysteine Synthetase

Gastrointestinal cancers, particularly colorectal cancer, are mainly influenced by the dietary factor. A diet rich in fruits and vegetables can help to reduce the incidence of colorectal cancer thanks to the phenolic compounds, which possess antimutagenic and anticarcinogenic properties. Polyphenols, alongside their well-known antioxidant properties, also show a pro-oxidative potential, which makes it possible to sensitize tumor cells to oxidative stress. HO-1 combined with antioxidant activity, when overexpressed in cancer cells, is involved in tumor progression, and its inhibition is considered a feasible therapeutic strategy in cancer treatment. In this study, the effects of protocatechuic acid (PCA) on the viability of colon cancer cells (CaCo-2), annexin V, LDH release, reactive oxygen species levels, total thiol content, HO-1, γ-glutamylcysteine synthetase, and p21 expression were evaluated. PCA induced, in a dose-dependent manner, a significantly reduced cell viability of CaCo-2 by oxidative/antioxidant imbalance. The phenolic acid induced modifications in levels of HO-1, non-proteic thiol groups, γ-glutamylcysteine synthetase, reactive oxygen species, and p21. PCA induced a pro-oxidant effect in cancer cells, and the in vitro pro-apoptotic effect on CaCo-2 cells is mediated by the modulation of redox balance and the inhibition of the HO-1 system that led to the activation of p21. Our results suggest that PCA may represent a useful tool in prevention and/or therapy of colon cancer.

scholarly journals Oxidative Stress Level in Onco-Surgical Treatment Dynamics at Patients with Malignant Colo-Rectal Tumors

2020 ◽  
Vol 71 (5) ◽  
pp. 450-461
Author(s):  
Maria Iuliana Gruia ◽  
Serban Marinescu ◽  
Dragos Predescu ◽  
George Jinescu ◽  
Bogdan Socea ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Oxidative Stress ◽  
Colorectal Cancer ◽  
Reactive Oxygen Species ◽  
Reactive Oxygen ◽  
Invasive Procedure ◽  
Surgical Excision ◽  
Oxygen Metabolism ◽  
Oxygen Species ◽  
Active Metabolites ◽  
Endogenous Antioxidant

Colorectal cancer (CRC) is one of the most common human malignancies, affecting one of 20 persons in areas with high socio-economic standard. In Romania, the frequency of colorectal cancer is growing rapidly placing the country among countries with an average incidence of the disease. There are some etiologic factors involved and treatment of disease is carried out after proper staging. Biochemical mechanisms underlying malignant transformation in colorectal cancer are not all fully understood, therefore our work trying to enter in the path of oxygen metabolism at patients surgically treated. The aim of the study is to follow the production of active metabolites of oxygen, in the dynamics of the surgical procedure, and how the endogenous natural protection systems are activated, following the invasive procedure. Oxidative stress biochemistry assays, realized before and after surgical excision showed a direct relationship between the production of reactive oxygen species and the presence of tumor, without being able to distinguish exactly if malignant tissue is able to induce oxidative stress, or the latter occurs due to neoplastic changes. Based on the results we can say with certainty that the reactive oxygen species ROS primary attack occurs in the lipids, and then the proteins, following activation of endogenous antioxidant defence.

scholarly journals Oxidative Stress in the Pathogenesis of Colorectal Cancer: Cause or Consequence?

2013 ◽  
Vol 2013 ◽  
pp. 1-9 ◽  
Author(s):  
Martina Perše
Keyword(s):  
Oxidative Stress ◽  
Colorectal Cancer ◽  
Physical Inactivity ◽  
Dietary Habits ◽  
Lifestyle Factors ◽  
Incidence Rates ◽  
Background Information ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Oxygen Species ◽  
Exogenous Factors

There is a growing support for the concept that reactive oxygen species, which are known to be implicated in a range of diseases, may be important progenitors in carcinogenesis, including colorectal cancer (CRC). CRC is one of the most common cancers worldwide, with the highest incidence rates in western countries. Sporadic human CRC may be attributable to various environmental and lifestyle factors, such as dietary habits, obesity, and physical inactivity. In the last decades, association between oxidative stress and CRC has been intensively studied. Recently, numerous genetic and lifestyle factors that can affect an individual's ability to respond to oxidative stress have been identified. The aim of this paper is to review evidence linking oxidative stress to CRC and to provide essential background information for accurate interpretation of future research on oxidative stress and CRC risk. Brief introduction of different endogenous and exogenous factors that may influence oxidative status and modulate the ability of gut epithelial cells to cope with damaging metabolic challenges is also provided.

scholarly journals Ulcerative Colitis: the Role of Elective and Emergency Surgery

2021 ◽  
Vol 5 (1) ◽  
pp. 829-833
Author(s):  
Francesk Mulita ◽  
Fotios Iliopoulos ◽  
Elias Liolis ◽  
Levan Tchabashvili ◽  
Nikolas Drakos ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Colorectal Cancer ◽  
Ulcerative Colitis ◽  
Inflammatory Bowel Disease ◽  
Alimentary Tract ◽  
Colon Adenocarcinoma ◽  
General Surgeon ◽  
Major Contributor ◽  
Inflammatory Conditions ◽  
Inflammatory Bowel

Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is a group of auto-inflammatory conditions characterized by chronic, remitting, and relapsing inflammation of the alimentary tract. It is comprised of two phenotypically different entities: Crohn’s disease, and ulcerative colitis (UC). The aim of this article is to explore the role of the general surgeon regarding the treatment of patients suffering from UC while presenting a case of a 55-year-old woman with low-differentiated colon adenocarcinoma associated with ulcerative colitis. Patients with UC have a high-risk of developing colorectal cancer. While medical treatment is commonly the initial approach to UC, surgery constitutes a major contributor in dealing with UC.  Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is a group of auto-inflammatory conditions characterized by chronic, remitting, and relapsing inflammation of the alimentary tract. It is comprised of two phenotypically different entities: Crohn’s disease, and ulcerative colitis (UC). The aim of this article is to explore the role of the general surgeon regarding the treatment of patients suffering from UC while presenting a case of a 55-year-old woman with low-differentiated colon adenocarcinoma associated with ulcerative colitis. Patients with UC have a high-risk of developing colorectal cancer. While medical treatment is commonly the initial approach to UC, surgery constitutes a major contributor in dealing with UC.  Case report. A 55-year-old female with hypertension and iron deficiency anemia presented to our emergency department with fever, diarrhea, and epigastric pain for 24 hours which was not associated with heartburn, vomiting, melena, or hematemesis. On examination, the patient’s temperature was 39oC, heart rate was 104 beats per minute, blood pressure was 108/65 and the respiratory rate was 20 breaths per minute. Her abdomen was soft, without distension, and with no evidence of palpable mass...

scholarly journals Reactive Oxygen Species, Lipid Peroxidation and Antioxidative Defense Mechanism

2013 ◽  
Vol 41 (1) ◽  
pp. 44 ◽  
Author(s):  
Hossam S. EL-BELTAGI ◽  
Heba I. MOHAMED
Keyword(s):  
Oxidative Stress ◽  
Lipid Peroxidation ◽  
Carbonyl Compounds ◽  
Defense Mechanism ◽  
Lipid Peroxides ◽  
Cellular Injury ◽  
Oxygen Species ◽  
Antioxidative Defense ◽  
Inhibit Lipid Peroxidation ◽  
Reactive Carbonyl Compounds

Lipid peroxidation can be defined as the oxidative deterioration of lipids containing any number of carbon-carbon double bonds. Lipid peroxidation is a well-established mechanism of cellular injury in both plants and animals, and is used as an indicator of oxidative stress in cells and tissues. Lipid peroxides are unstable and decompose to form a complex series of compounds including reactive carbonyl compounds. The oxidation of linoleates and cholesterol is discussed in some detail. Analytical methods for studying lipid peroxidation were mentioned. Various kinds of antioxidants with different functions inhibit lipid peroxidation and the deleterious effects caused by the lipid peroxidation products.

Clinical aspects of reactive oxygen and nitrogen species

2004 ◽  
Vol 71 ◽  
pp. 121-133 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ascan Warnholtz ◽  
Maria Wendt ◽  
Michael August ◽  
Thomas Münzel
Keyword(s):  
Oxidative Stress ◽  
Reactive Oxygen Species ◽  
Risk Factor ◽  
Endothelial Dysfunction ◽  
Vascular Tissue ◽  
Rapid Development ◽  
Reactive Oxygen ◽  
Clinical Aspects ◽  
No Production ◽  
Oxygen Species

Endothelial dysfunction in the setting of cardiovascular risk factors, such as hypercholesterolaemia, hypertension, diabetes mellitus and chronic smoking, as well as in the setting of heart failure, has been shown to be at least partly dependent on the production of reactive oxygen species in endothelial and/or smooth muscle cells and the adventitia, and the subsequent decrease in vascular bioavailability of NO. Superoxide-producing enzymes involved in increased oxidative stress within vascular tissue include NAD(P)H-oxidase, xanthine oxidase and endothelial nitric oxide synthase in an uncoupled state. Recent studies indicate that endothelial dysfunction of peripheral and coronary resistance and conductance vessels represents a strong and independent risk factor for future cardiovascular events. Ways to reduce endothelial dysfunction include risk-factor modification and treatment with substances that have been shown to reduce oxidative stress and, simultaneously, to stimulate endothelial NO production, such as inhibitors of angiotensin-converting enzyme or the statins. In contrast, in conditions where increased production of reactive oxygen species, such as superoxide, in vascular tissue is established, treatment with NO, e.g. via administration of nitroglycerin, results in a rapid development of endothelial dysfunction, which may worsen the prognosis in patients with established coronary artery disease.

Deletion mapping on chromosome 6 in colorectal cancer associated with ulcerative colitis

2001 ◽  
Vol 120 (5) ◽  
pp. A121-A122
Author(s):  
T EZAKI ◽  
M WATANABE ◽  
S FUNAKOSHI ◽  
M NAGANUMA ◽  
T AZUMA ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Colorectal Cancer ◽  
Ulcerative Colitis ◽  
Deletion Mapping ◽  
Chromosome 6

Danshensu Rescues Ischemia/Reperfusion Caused Human Hepatocyte Death

2018 ◽  
Vol 17 (2) ◽  
pp. 117-121
Author(s):  
Sun Maw-Sheng ◽  
Liang Chun-Ya ◽  
Hsieh Po-Chun ◽  
Kuo Chan-Yen
Keyword(s):  
Oxidative Stress ◽  
Reactive Oxygen Species ◽  
Caspase 3 ◽  
Ischemia Reperfusion ◽  
Oxygen Species ◽  
Good Strategy ◽  
Ros Accumulation ◽  
Dichlorofluorescin Diacetate ◽  
Hepatocyte Damage ◽  
Hepatocyte Death

Apoptosis of hepatocyte, under ischemia/reperfusion (IR) conditions, has been identified as an essential process in the progression of liver transplantation. Under these conditions, mitochondria can become a threat to the cell because of their capacity to generate reactive oxygen species (ROS). Additionally, ROS overproduction may induce inflammation. As ROS accumulation appears to cause hepatocyte damage or death, there has been considerable interest in identifying the candidate natural products involved and in developing strategies to reduce oxidative stress. In this study, we use Danshensu as a candidate product to speculate whether has the protective effect on apoptotic hepatocyte upon IR. To speculate the apoptotic phenomena was reversed by Danshensu, we detected the p53, cleaved-caspase 3 expression by western blotting, as well as caspase-3 activity. Additionally, we analyzed the ROS levels by 2′,7′-dichlorofluorescin diacetate (DCF-DA) staining. We also detected the cell viability by WST-1. Results showed that Danshensu alleviated hypoxia-caused cell apoptosis via ROS overproduction. We suggested that Danshensu is a good strategy for treating hepatocyte damage upon IR.

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