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Cell signaling and biological pathway in cardiovascular diseases

Cheong-Whan Chae1, Yoo-Wook Kwon2,3,4

  • 1National Research Laboratory for Stem Cell Niche, Center for Medical Innovation, Seoul National University Hospital, Seoul, 110-744, Republic of Korea.

Archives of Pharmacal Research
|March 17, 2019
PubMed

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Coronary artery disease, a major cause of death, involves inflammation. Resistin and adenylyl cyclase associated protein 1 promote inflammation and atherosclerosis, suggesting new drug targets for heart disease.

Area of Science:

  • Cardiovascular Medicine
  • Molecular Biology
  • Biochemistry

Background:

  • Coronary artery disease (CAD) is a leading cause of global mortality.
  • Myocardial infarction (MI) results from acute heart muscle damage, often due to atherosclerosis.
  • Resistin, an adipokine, correlates with low-density lipoprotein cholesterol and endothelial adhesion molecules, promoting inflammation and CAD.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore the role of resistin and its binding partner, adenylyl cyclase associated protein 1 (ACAP1), in the inflammatory pathways of atherosclerosis.
  • To identify potential therapeutic targets for preventing or treating CAD by understanding these molecular mechanisms.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review and analysis of existing studies on resistin, ACAP1, and atherosclerosis.
  • Examination of the molecular interactions between resistin, ACAP1, and pro-inflammatory cytokine induction.
  • Assessment of the link between these factors and the progression of atherosclerotic plaque.

Main Results:

  • Resistin is implicated in CAD progression through its association with lipid levels and endothelial inflammation.
  • ACAP1, a resistin-binding protein, contributes to atherosclerosis by inducing pro-inflammatory cytokines.
  • These cytokines can exacerbate atherosclerotic lesions, increasing the risk of plaque rupture.

Conclusions:

  • Resistin and ACAP1 are key players in the inflammatory processes underlying atherosclerosis and CAD.
  • Targeting resistin, ACAP1, or the resulting pro-inflammatory cytokines presents a promising therapeutic strategy for CAD.
  • Further research into anti-inflammatory drugs could lead to novel treatments for coronary artery disease.

Keywords:
AtherosclerosisForm cellInflammationMyocardial infarctionResistin

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