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Interferon gamma increases sensitivity to endotoxin.

G J Jurkovich1, W J Mileski, R V Maier

  • 1Department of Surgery, University of Washington School of Medicine, Harborview Medical Center, Seattle 98104.

The Journal of Surgical Research
|September 1, 1991
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Interferon-gamma (IFN-gamma) combined with endotoxin (LPS) significantly worsened outcomes in rabbits, decreasing cardiac output and oxygen levels. This suggests IFN-gamma may increase susceptibility to LPS-induced shock and organ failure.

Area of Science:

  • Immunology
  • Critical Care Medicine
  • Pathophysiology

Background:

  • Interferon-gamma (IFN-gamma) is explored for trauma to enhance macrophage function and reduce sepsis-related multiple organ failure syndrome (MOFS).
  • However, excessive inflammation, particularly from macrophages stimulated by endotoxin (LPS), is central to MOFS pathophysiology.
  • LPS is a key mediator in sepsis-induced MOFS, stimulating macrophages and leukocytes (WBC).

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate whether pre-treatment with IFN-gamma sensitizes rabbits to a pathophysiological response to LPS infusion.
  • To evaluate the combined effects of IFN-gamma and LPS on physiological parameters in a rabbit model.

Main Methods:

  • Four groups of rabbits (n=6) were studied: control, LPS alone, IFN-gamma alone, and IFN-gamma + LPS.

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  • Measurements included cardiac output, arterial pressure, arterial PO2, and WBC counts over 6 hours.
  • Pulmonary permeability was assessed using a 125I-albumin lavage/plasma ratio.

    • Main Results:

    • Rabbits receiving both IFN-gamma and LPS showed significant decreases in cardiac output, PO2, and WBC counts.
    • The IFN-gamma + LPS group exhibited an increased lavage/plasma 125I-albumin ratio, indicating heightened pulmonary permeability.
    • Neither LPS alone nor IFN-gamma alone significantly affected the measured variables.

    Conclusions:

    • Pre-treatment with IFN-gamma potentiates the adverse effects of LPS in rabbits, leading to shock-like conditions and increased lung permeability.
    • IFN-gamma may predispose individuals to a severe inflammatory response and organ dysfunction when exposed to endotoxin, challenging its use in trauma patients.
    • Further research is needed to understand the precise mechanisms and clinical implications of this interaction in sepsis and MOFS.