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Ferroptosis: molecular mechanisms, pathophysiology, and role in pediatric pulmonary diseases

Junjie Ning1,2, Lina Qiao3,4

  • 1Scientific Research Department, First People's Hospital of Zigong City, Sichuan Province, Zigong, 643000, China.

Cell Biology and Toxicology
|October 28, 2025
PubMed

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Ferroptosis, a cell death process involving iron and lipid peroxidation, is explored for its role in pediatric respiratory diseases. Understanding ferroptosis may reveal new therapeutic targets for these conditions.

Area of Science:

  • Biomedical Science
  • Cell Biology
  • Pathophysiology

Background:

  • Ferroptosis is programmed cell death driven by iron-dependent oxidative stress and lipid peroxidation.
  • It involves mitochondrial changes and is implicated in adult diseases but not pediatric respiratory illnesses.
  • Oxidative stress and inflammation in respiratory diseases link to ferroptosis mechanisms like iron overload and lipid peroxidation.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review ferroptosis mechanisms and regulatory pathways.
  • To explore the potential role and relevance of ferroptosis in pediatric respiratory diseases.
  • To identify novel therapeutic targets for pediatric respiratory conditions by analyzing ferroptosis.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of ferroptosis mechanisms.
  • Analysis of molecular links between ferroptosis and respiratory disease pathophysiology.
  • Exploration of potential clinical applications and therapeutic strategies.

Main Results:

  • Ferroptosis is characterized by iron accumulation, lipid peroxidation, and mitochondrial alterations.
  • Its molecular underpinnings align with oxidative stress and inflammation in respiratory diseases.
  • The role of ferroptosis in pediatric respiratory diseases is currently under-investigated.

Conclusions:

  • Ferroptosis mechanisms are relevant to understanding pediatric respiratory diseases.
  • Further research into ferroptosis could uncover new therapeutic avenues.
  • Targeting ferroptosis may offer novel strategies for clinical prevention and treatment.
Keywords:
FerroptosisGlutathione peroxidase 4Iron metabolismLipid peroxidationReactive oxygen species

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