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Innate immune reactions are believed to be associated with ischemia/reperfusion injury (IRI), and IRI might be treatable by expanding regulatory T cells (Tregs), which can suppress the excessive responses of the immune system. Organ IRI is known to be closely involved in the expression of costimulatory molecules. The present study aimed to assess whether Tregs endogenously expanded by the administration of trichostatin A (TsA), a histone deacetylase inhibitor, could reduce renal IRI and to clarify their association with the expression of costimulatory molecules in a murine model. In this study, the wild-type mice used for an IRI model were randomly divided into the following four treatment groups TsA group, DMSO group (control), DMSO+PC61 group, and TsA + PC61 group. Renal injury in the early phase after IRI was ameliorated in the TsA group (increased Tregs) when compared with the other groups. After renal IRI, both the mRNA and the protein levels of anti-inflammatory cytokines, IL-10 and TGF-β in the kidney and spleen were significantly higher in the TsA group than in the other groups, whereas the IL-6 levels were significantly lower in the TsA group than in the other groups. These results were offset by the administration of PC61, supporting that the renoprotective effect of TsA in this study is Treg dependent. mRNA expression levels of CD80, CD86, and ICAM-1 were lower in the TsA group, consistent with Treg control of injury through costimulatory molecules. Our findings suggest that endogenously expanded Tregs coordinate postischemic immune responses and decrease the expression of costimulatory molecules after renal IRI, and thus, they might ameliorate renal IRI. TsA administration for expanding Tregs is a promising therapeutic strategy for renal IRI.Xuezhikang (XZK) is an extract derived from red yeast rice that is commonly used to treat cardiovascular conditions as a traditional Chinese medicine, both within China and globally. Genotoxicity, acute toxicity, and a 26-week toxicity study in rat have been reported in our previous publication. The present study was designed to assess the long-term safety of XZK when administered orally to dogs. Dogs were treated with encapsulated XZK at a maximum dose of 2000 mg/kg followed by 1000 mg/kg and 500 mg/kg (n = 6/sex/group) for this 26-week oral toxicity study. Control animals were given an empty capsule. Treated animals were then monitored through measurements of body weight, body temperature, food intake, ophthalmic and electrocardiogram examinations, general clinical observations, mortality rates, and clinical and anatomic pathological findings. Additionally, blood samples were collected and used to conduct hematological and biochemical analysis. Several abnormalities were found in all groups including fecal abnormalities (including mucoid, poorly formed, or liquid feces). Moreover, reduced CHOL and TRIG values were seen in all XZK groups (p less then 0.05), increased WBC and NEUT levels in 500 mg/kg group (males only, p less then 0.05), and elevated AST, ALT, and ALP activities in 2000 mg/kg group (p less then 0.05). These changes were resolved in the recovery period. The results indicated that XZK may temporarily impact the liver enzyme levels, but were not considered adverse effects. These findings yielded a NOAEL for XZK in dogs of 2000 mg/kg.Glioblastoma multiforme (GBM) is a particularly aggressive and malignant type of brain tumor, notorious for its high recurrence rate and low survival rate. The treatment of GBM is challenging mainly because several issues associated with the GBM microenvironment have not yet been resolved. These obstacles originate from a variety of factors such as genetics, anatomy, and cytology, all of which collectively hinder the treatment of GBM. Recent advances in materials and device engineering have presented new perspectives with regard to unconventional drug administration methods for GBM treatment. Such novel drug delivery approaches, based on the clear understanding of the intrinsic properties of GBM, have shown promise in overcoming some of the obstacles. In this review, we first recapitulate the first-line therapy and clinical challenges in the current treatment of GBM. Afterwards, we introduce the latest technological advances in drug delivery strategies to improve the efficiency for GBM treatment, mainly focusing on materials and devices. We describe such efforts by classifying them into two categories, systemic and local drug delivery. Finally, we discuss unmet challenges and prospects for the clinical translation of these drug delivery technologies.Studies have demonstrated the advantages associated with heat-triggered drug delivery via thermosensitive liposomes for the treatment of localized cancer. SIS17 Challenges that traditional liposomal systems face such as limited drug release and homogeneous distribution throughout the region of interest can potentially be overcome when triggering intravascular drug release. The most prominent example is a thermosensitive liposome formulation of doxorubicin known as ThermoDox®. Many other drugs may benefit from the same targeted and localized delivery approach using thermosensitive liposomes as it can result in a significant improvement in the therapeutic index. Vinorelbine is a semi-synthetic vinca alkaloid which has shown to be active in a broad range of cancers. Several liposome formulations encapsulating vinorelbine have been developed as a means to reduce systemic drug exposure. The present study takes a systematic approach in exploring formulation and drug loading parameters and their influence on performance characteristics of a rapidly releasing thermosensitive liposome formulation of vinorelbine. More broadly, this study shows that trends observed for non-thermosensitive liposome formulations of specific drugs (i.e. vinorelbine) can not be easily translated to their thermosensitive counterparts. The profound impact of the presence of albumin on stability and in vitro release is also highlighted. This is of significance given that a number of recent reports examine drug release in the absence of biologically relevant components. As a result, a strong recommendation emanating from this is a thorough challenge of the liposome formulation in vitro in order to gain a better understanding of its likely behaviour in vivo as well as potential for future clinical translation.
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