Ultrasound controlled anti‐inflammatory polarization of platelet decorated microglia for targeted ischemic stroke therapy

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jinghong Li ◽  
Yujie Li ◽  
Xucong Teng ◽  
Chunrong Yang ◽  
Yongji Wang ◽  
...  
2021 ◽  
Vol 22 (8) ◽  
pp. 4207
Author(s):  
Nikola Tułowiecka ◽  
Dariusz Kotlęga ◽  
Andrzej Bohatyrewicz ◽  
Małgorzata Szczuko

Introduction: Cardiovascular diseases including stroke are one of the most common causes of death. Their main cause is atherosclerosis and chronic inflammation in the body. An ischemic stroke may occur as a result of the rupture of unstable atherosclerotic plaque. Cardiovascular diseases are associated with uncontrolled inflammation. The inflammatory reaction produces chemical mediators that stimulate the resolution of inflammation. One of these mediators is lipoxins—pro-resolving mediators that are derived from the omega-6 fatty acid family, promoting inflammation relief and supporting tissue regeneration. Aim: The aim of the study was to review the available literature on the therapeutic potential of lipoxins in the context of ischemic stroke. Material and Methods: Articles published up to 31 January 2021 were included in the review. The literature was searched on the basis of PubMed and Embase in terms of the entries: ‘stroke and lipoxin’ and ‘stroke and atherosclerosis’, resulting in over 110 articles in total. Studies that were not in full-text English, letters to the editor, and conference abstracts were excluded. Results: In animal studies, the injection/administration of lipoxin A4 improved the integrity of the blood–brain barrier (BBB), decreased the volume of damage caused by ischemic stroke, and decreased brain edema. In addition, lipoxin A4 inhibited the infiltration of neutrophils and the production of cytokines and pro-inflammatory chemokines, such as interleukin (Il-1β, Il-6, Il-8) and tumor necrosis factor-α (TNF-α). The beneficial effects were also observed after introducing the administration of lipoxin A4 analog—BML-111. BML-111 significantly reduces the size of a stroke and protects the cerebral cortex, possibly by reducing the permeability of the blood–brain barrier. Moreover, more potent than lipoxin A4, it has an anti-inflammatory effect by inhibiting the production of pro-inflammatory cytokines and increasing the amount of anti-inflammatory cytokines. Conclusions: Lipoxins and their analogues may find application in reducing damage caused by stroke and improving the prognosis of patients after ischemic stroke.


Cells ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 10 (5) ◽  
pp. 1011
Author(s):  
Karishma Dhuri ◽  
Rutesh N. Vyas ◽  
Leslie Blumenfeld ◽  
Rajkumar Verma ◽  
Raman Bahal

Ischemic stroke and factors modifying ischemic stroke responses, such as social isolation, contribute to long-term disability worldwide. Several studies demonstrated that the aberrant levels of microRNAs contribute to ischemic stroke injury. In prior studies, we established that miR-141-3p increases after ischemic stroke and post-stroke isolation. Herein, we explored two different anti-miR oligonucleotides; peptide nucleic acid (PNAs) and phosphorothioates (PS) for ischemic stroke therapy. We used US FDA approved biocompatible poly (lactic-co-glycolic acid) (PLGA)-based nanoparticle formulations for delivery. The PNA and PS anti-miRs were encapsulated in PLGA nanoparticles by double emulsion solvent evaporation technique. All the formulated nanoparticles showed uniform morphology, size, distribution, and surface charge density. Nanoparticles also exhibited a controlled nucleic acid release profile for 48 h. Further, we performed in vivo studies in the mouse model of ischemic stroke. Ischemic stroke was induced by transient (60 min) occlusion of middle cerebral artery occlusion followed by a reperfusion for 48 or 72 h. We assessed the blood-brain barrier permeability of PLGA NPs containing fluorophore (TAMRA) anti-miR probe after systemic delivery. Confocal imaging shows uptake of fluorophore tagged anti-miR in the brain parenchyma. Next, we evaluated the therapeutic efficacy after systemic delivery of nanoparticles containing PNA and PS anti-miR-141-3p in mice after stroke. Post-treatment differentially reduced both miR-141-3p levels in brain tissue and infarct injury. We noted PNA-based anti-miR showed superior efficacy compared to PS-based anti-miR. Herein, we successfully established that nanoparticles encapsulating PNA or PS-based anti-miRs-141-3p probes could be used as a potential treatment for ischemic stroke.


2021 ◽  
Vol 188 ◽  
pp. 114585
Author(s):  
Jiabing Wang ◽  
Jiali Yao ◽  
Yugang Liu ◽  
Lili Huang

2007 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
pp. 199
Author(s):  
S. Antonopoulos ◽  
M. Mylonopoulou ◽  
A. Charamis ◽  
S. Geracari ◽  
C. Poulopoulou ◽  
...  

2014 ◽  
Vol 2014 ◽  
pp. 1-9 ◽  
Author(s):  
Youngjeon Lee ◽  
Sang-Rae Lee ◽  
Sung S. Choi ◽  
Hyeon-Gu Yeo ◽  
Kyu-Tae Chang ◽  
...  

Inflammation has a pivotal role in the pathogenesis of ischemic stroke, and recent studies posit that inflammation acts as a double-edged sword, not only detrimentally augmenting secondary injury, but also potentially promoting recovery. An initial event of inflammation in ischemic stroke is the activation of microglia, leading to production of both pro- and anti-inflammatory mediators acting through multiple receptor signaling pathways. In this review, we discuss the role of microglial mediators in acute ischemic stroke and elaborate on preclinical and clinical studies focused on microglia in stroke models. Understanding how microglia can lead to both pro- and anti-inflammatory responses may be essential to implement therapeutic strategies using immunomodulatory interventions in ischemic stroke.


Stroke ◽  
2012 ◽  
Vol 43 (suppl_1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Tareq Kass-Hout ◽  
Maxim Mokin ◽  
Omar Kass-Hout ◽  
Emad Nourollahzadeh ◽  
David Wack ◽  
...  

Objective: To use the Computed Tomography Perfusion (CTP) parameters at the time of hospital admission, including Cerebral Blood Volume (CBV) and Permeability Surface area product (PS), to identify patients with higher risk to develop hemorrhagic transformation in the setting of acute stroke therapy with intravenous thrombolysis. Methods: Retrospective study that compared admission CTP variables between patients with Hemorrhagic Transformation (HT) acute stroke and those with no hemorrhagic transformation. Both groups received standard of care intravenous thrombolysis with tPA. Twenty patients presented to our stroke center between the years 2007 - 2011 within 3 hours after stroke symptoms onset. All patients underwent two-phase 320 slice CTP which creates CBV and PS measurements. Patients were divided into two groups according to whether or not they had HT on a follow up CT head without contrast, done within 36 hours of the thrombolysis therapy. Clinical, demographic and CTP variables were compared between the HT and non-HT groups using logistic regression analyses. Results: HT developed in 8 (40%) patients. Patients with HT had lower ASPECT score ( P =.03), higher NIHSS on admission ( P= .01) and worse outcome ( P= .04) compared to patients who did not develop HT. Baseline blood flow defects were comparable between the two groups. The mean PS for the HT group was 0.53 mL/min/100g brain tissue, which was significantly higher than that for the non-HT group of 0.04 mL/min/100g brain tissue ( P <.0001). The mean area under the curve was 0.92 (95% CI). The PS threshold of 0.26 mL/min/100g brain tissue had a sensitivity of 80% and a specificity of 92% for detecting patients with high risk of hemorrhagic transformation after intravenous thrombolysis. Conclusions: Admission CTP measurements might be useful to predict patients who are at higher risk to develop hemorrhagic transformation after acute ischemic stroke therapy.


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