Targeting proprotein convertase subtilisin/kexin type 9 (PCSK9): from bench to bedside

X Bao, Y Liang, H Chang, T Cai, B Feng… - … and Targeted Therapy, 2024 - nature.com
Proprotein convertase subtilisin/kexin type 9 (PCSK9) has evolved as a pivotal enzyme in
lipid metabolism and a revolutionary therapeutic target for hypercholesterolemia and its …

Role of EZH2-mediated epigenetic modification on vascular smooth muscle in cardiovascular diseases: a mini-review

H Luo, Y Li, H Song, K Zhao, W Li, H Hong… - Frontiers in …, 2024 - frontiersin.org
Vascular smooth muscle cells (VSMCs) are integral to the pathophysiology of cardiovascular
diseases (CVDs). Enhancer of zeste homolog 2 (EZH2), a histone methyltransferase, plays a …

Concomitant coronary atheroma regression and stabilization in response to lipid-lowering therapy

FG Biccirè, J Häner, S Losdat, Y Ueki… - Journal of the American …, 2023 - jacc.org
Background The frequency, characteristics, and outcomes of patients treated with high-
intensity lipid-lowering therapy and showing concomitant atheroma volume reduction, lipid …

Recent advances in targeted therapy for inflammatory vascular diseases

K Zhao, Z Zeng, Y He, R Zhao, J Niu, H Sun, S Li… - Journal of Controlled …, 2024 - Elsevier
Vascular diseases constitute a significant contributor to worldwide mortality rates, placing a
substantial strain on healthcare systems and socio-economic aspects. They are closely …

Cellular Heterogeneity of Activated Primary Human Macrophages and Associated Drug–Gene Networks: From Biology to Precision Therapeutics

JL Decano, E Maiorino, JT Matamalas… - Circulation, 2023 - Am Heart Assoc
BACKGROUND: Interferon-γ (IFNγ) signaling plays a complex role in atherogenesis. IFNγ
stimulation of macrophages permits in vitro exploration of proinflammatory mechanisms and …

The evolving landscape of PCSK9 inhibition in cancer

PP Oza, K Kashfi - European journal of pharmacology, 2023 - Elsevier
Cancer is a disease with a significant global burden in terms of premature mortality, loss of
productivity, healthcare expenditures, and impact on mental health. Recent decades have …

PCSK9 confers inflammatory properties to extracellular vesicles released by vascular smooth muscle cells

MF Greco, AS Rizzuto, M Zarà, M Cafora… - International journal of …, 2022 - mdpi.com
Vascular smooth muscle cells (VSMCs) are key participants in both early-and late-stage
atherosclerosis and influence neighbouring cells possibly by means of bioactive molecules …

[HTML][HTML] Evolocumab prevents atrial fibrillation in rheumatoid arthritis rats through restraint of PCSK9 induced atrial remodeling

X Han, Y Gao, M He, Y Luo, Y Wei, Y Duan… - Journal of advanced …, 2024 - Elsevier
Introduction Proprotein convertase subtilisin/kexin type 9 (PCSK9) is implicated in the
pathogenesis and progression of autoimmune disease. Patients with rheumatoid arthritis …

[HTML][HTML] PCSK9 activation promotes early atherosclerosis in a vascular microphysiological system

JH Lee, KL Shores, JJ Breithaupt, CS Lee… - APL …, 2023 - pubs.aip.org
Atherosclerosis is a primary precursor of cardiovascular disease (CVD), the leading cause of
death worldwide. While proprotein convertase subtilisin/kexin 9 (PCSK9) contributes to CVD …

Mechanisms and treatment of atherosclerosis: focus on macrophages

LN Zhang, JW Li, YS Kou, LF Shen, H Wang… - Frontiers in …, 2024 - frontiersin.org
Macrophages are the basic mediators and coordinators of various types of chronic
inflammation and play a crucial role in the formation and development of atherosclerosis …