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Temporal changes in circulating P-selectin, plasminogen activator inhibitor-1, magnesium, and creatine kinase after
Shu-qin Ying1, Mei-xiang Xiang, Lu Fang
1Department of Cardiology, the Second Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, China.
Insights
Percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) alters P-selectin and magnesium levels, impacting restenosis and heart injury. Early P-selectin elevation and low magnesium post-PCI correlate with adverse events, suggesting therapeutic targets.
Area of Science:
- Cardiovascular Medicine
- Interventional Cardiology
- Biochemistry
Background:
- Percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) is a common procedure for coronary artery disease.
- Restenosis and ischemia-reperfusion injury remain significant complications after PCI.
- Understanding the molecular mechanisms is crucial for improving patient outcomes.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the mechanisms of restenosis and myocardial ischemia-reperfusion injury following PCI.
- To assess the temporal changes in specific biomarkers associated with PCI complications.
- To identify potential therapeutic targets for mitigating adverse events.
Main Methods:
- Serial measurements of P-selectin, plasminogen activator inhibitor-1 (PAI-1), magnesium (Mg), and creatine kinase-myocardial band fraction (CK-MB) were performed post-PCI.
- Correlations between biomarker levels and PCI procedural parameters were analyzed.
- Six-month follow-up data on major adverse cardiovascular events were collected.
Main Results:
- PCI led to early P-selectin elevation, correlated with inflation pressure.
- A significant, sustained decrease in serum Mg was observed post-PCI.
- Elevated P-selectin and decreased Mg were associated with recurrent treatment and heart failure, respectively.
- CK-MB levels increased but remained within normal ranges; PAI-1 levels were unaffected.
Conclusions:
- PCI induces dynamic changes in P-selectin, Mg, and CK-MB, implicated in restenosis and myocardial injury.
- Early detection of altered P-selectin and Mg levels may predict adverse cardiovascular events.
- Antiplatelet therapy and magnesium supplementation are potential strategies to reduce PCI-related risks.
Objective:
This study aims to determine the mechanisms underlying restenosis and ischemia-reperfusion injury of the myocardium after percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI).
Methods:
The present study examined serial changes (5 min, 30 min, 2 h, 6 h, and 24 h after PCI) in circulating P-selectin, plasminogen activator inhibitor-1 (PAI-1), magnesium (Mg), and creatine kinase-myocardial band fraction (CK-MB) levels, which may be associated with restenosis and myocardial injury in patients undergoing PCI. The occurrence rates of major adverse cardiovascular events were collected over a six-month follow-up.
Results:
PCI induced an early elevation of P-selectin, which correlated positively with the inflation pressure used in the PCI procedure. PCI also caused a significant and sustained decrease in serum Mg in PCI patients, without an effect on PAI-1. An increase in CK-MB was observed in PCI patients, although values were within normal reference range. In addition, elevated P-selectin and decreased Mg measured shortly after the coronary angioplasty procedure were associated with recurrent treatment and heart failure, respectively.
Conclusions:
Our study demonstrates that PCI induces temporal changes of P-selectin, Mg, and CK-MB, which may be involved in restenosis and ischemia-reperfusion injury. These findings highlight the need for using antiplatelet therapy and Mg to reduce the risks associated with PCI.
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