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Exploring the Interconnections Between Mitochondrial Dysfunction and Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Comprehensive
Suqin Zhang1, Mingyue Zhu2, Shiling Chen3
1Center for Reproductive Medicine, Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics Nanfang Hospital, Southern Medical University, No.1838 Guangzhou Northern Road, Guangzhou, 510515, Guangdong, China.
Biochemical Genetics
|April 21, 2025
Summary
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is linked to mitochondrial dysfunction (MD). This study identified key MD-related genes in PCOS, revealing potential diagnostic markers and therapeutic targets for this infertility cause.
Area of Science:
- Reproductive endocrinology
- Mitochondrial biology
- Bioinformatics
Background:
- Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a primary cause of anovulatory infertility.
- Mitochondrial dysfunction (MD) is implicated in PCOS pathogenesis, leading to increased reactive oxygen species (ROS).
Purpose of the Study:
- To identify key mitochondrial dysfunction-related genes (MDRGs) in PCOS using bioinformatics and experimental validation.
- To explore the diagnostic potential of identified genes in PCOS.
Main Methods:
- Analysis of PCOS transcriptome datasets (GSE34526, GSE5850) to find differentially expressed genes (DEGs).
- Intersection of DEGs with MDRGs to identify MDDEGs.
- Functional enrichment (GO, KEGG, GSEA) and protein-protein interaction (PPI) network analyses.
- Experimental validation in a rat PCOS model using RT-qPCR, western blotting, and immunohistochemistry.
- Receiver Operating Characteristic (ROC) curve analysis for diagnostic value.
Main Results:
- Eight hub MDDEGs were identified: MMP9, PPP1CA, PSMD12, LIFR, PRKAA1, ITGAM, SUCLA2, GPBAR1.
- Seven hub genes showed consistent expression patterns with GSE34526 dataset (P < 0.05).
- PRKAA1 and LIFR expression patterns matched GSE5850 findings.
- Five genes (LIFR, PBK, PRKAA1, RCAN1, MMP9) demonstrated significant diagnostic value (AUC > 0.85).
Conclusions:
- Mitochondrial dysfunction plays a crucial role in the PCOS immune microenvironment.
- Identified hub genes represent potential molecular targets for PCOS diagnosis and therapy.
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