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MicroRNAs in peritoneal fibrosis: a systematic review

Katsunori Yanai1, Hiroki Ishii1, Akinori Aomatsu1,2

  • 1Division of Nephrology, First Department of Integrated Medicine, Saitama Medical Center, Jichi Medical University, Saitama 330-8503, Japan.

Discovery Medicine
|January 30, 2019
PubMed

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MicroRNAs (miRNAs) show promise as biomarkers and therapeutic targets for peritoneal fibrosis, a serious complication of long-term peritoneal dialysis (PD). This review explores their potential to improve PD patient outcomes.

Area of Science:

  • Nephrology
  • Molecular Biology
  • Biochemistry

Background:

  • Peritoneal fibrosis is a major complication of long-term peritoneal dialysis (PD), leading to membrane failure and PD withdrawal.
  • Currently, no specific biomarkers or therapies exist for peritoneal fibrosis.
  • MicroRNAs (miRNAs) are small noncoding RNAs regulating gene expression and are implicated in fibrotic diseases.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To systematically review the role of miRNAs in the development of peritoneal fibrosis.
  • To evaluate the potential of miRNAs as biomarkers for peritoneal fibrosis.
  • To explore miRNA modulation as a therapeutic strategy for peritoneal fibrosis.

Main Methods:

  • Systematic literature review of studies investigating miRNAs in peritoneal fibrosis.
  • Analysis of miRNA expression patterns and their correlation with peritoneal fibrosis.
  • Assessment of preclinical and clinical data on miRNA-based therapies for peritoneal fibrosis.

Main Results:

  • Previous studies indicate that specific miRNAs are dysregulated in peritoneal fibrosis.
  • These miRNAs show potential as diagnostic or prognostic biomarkers.
  • Modulating miRNA activity presents a promising therapeutic avenue for preventing or reversing peritoneal fibrosis.

Conclusions:

  • MicroRNAs play a significant role in the pathogenesis of peritoneal fibrosis.
  • miRNAs represent viable candidates for novel biomarkers and therapeutic targets in PD patients.
  • Further research is warranted to translate these findings into clinical practice.

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