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Bacterial lipopolysaccharide (LPS) impairs Leydig cell function by suppressing sirtuin 4 (SIRT4), leading to mitochondrial dysfunction, reduced steroidogenesis, and apoptosis. Restoring SIRT4 protects against LPS-induced testicular damage.

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  • Reproductive biology
  • Cellular biology
  • Biochemistry

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  • Bacterial lipopolysaccharide (LPS) is a key factor in male accessory gland infections, known to disrupt testicular steroidogenesis and induce apoptosis.
  • Leydig cells are crucial for testosterone production and are susceptible to damage from bacterial toxins.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the role of sirtuin 4 (SIRT4) in mediating the effects of LPS on Leydig cell function.
  • To elucidate the mechanism by which LPS affects steroidogenesis and apoptosis in Leydig cells.

Main Methods:

  • LC-540 Leydig cells were treated with LPS (10 µg/ml).
  • mRNA and protein expression of SIRT4 were analyzed.
  • Mitochondrial function, steroidogenesis, and apoptosis were assessed.
  • SIRT4 overexpression was used to evaluate its protective effects.

Main Results:

  • LPS treatment impaired steroidogenesis and increased apoptosis in Leydig cells.
  • LPS significantly decreased both mRNA and protein levels of SIRT4.
  • c-Jun N-terminal kinase (JNK) activation was implicated in the suppression of SIRT4 expression by LPS.
  • Overexpression of SIRT4 ameliorated LPS-induced Leydig cell dysfunction by improving mitochondrial function.

Conclusions:

  • SIRT4 plays a critical role in protecting Leydig cells against LPS-induced mitochondrial dysfunction, impaired steroidogenesis, and apoptosis.
  • Targeting SIRT4 may offer a therapeutic strategy for bacterial infections affecting male reproductive health.