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ArticleJournal of advanced research2025

Sonic hedgehog restrains the ubiquitin-dependent degradation of SP1 to inhibit neuronal/glial senescence associated phenotypes in chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy via the TRIM25-CXCL13 axis.

Ying Zou, Shu Wu, Qian Hu, Haoxian Zhou, Yuanlong Ge, Zhenyu Ju, Shengkang Luo

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Ying ZouDepartment of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Guangdong Second Provincial General Hospital, Postdoctoral Research Station of Biology, School of Medicine, Jinan University, Guangzhou, China; Key Laboratory of Regenerative Medicine of Ministry of Education, Institute of Aging and Regenerative Medicine, College of Life Science and Technology, Jinan University, Guangzhou, China.
Shu WuKey Laboratory of Regenerative Medicine of Ministry of Education, Institute of Aging and Regenerative Medicine, College of Life Science and Technology, Jinan University, Guangzhou, China.
Qian HuKey Laboratory of Regenerative Medicine of Ministry of Education, Institute of Aging and Regenerative Medicine, College of Life Science and Technology, Jinan University, Guangzhou, China.
Haoxian ZhouDepartment of Cardiology, Guangdong Provincial Cardiovascular Institute, Guangdong Provincial People's Hospital, Guangdong Academy of Medical Sciences, Guangzhou, China.
Yuanlong GeKey Laboratory of Regenerative Medicine of Ministry of Education, Institute of Aging and Regenerative Medicine, College of Life Science and Technology, Jinan University, Guangzhou, China. Electronic address: geyuanlong@jnu.edu.cn.
Zhenyu JuDepartment of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Guangdong Second Provincial General Hospital, Postdoctoral Research Station of Biology, School of Medicine, Jinan University, Guangzhou, China; Key Laboratory of Regenerative Medicine of Ministry of Education, Institute of Aging and Regenerative Medicine, College of Life Science and Technology, Jinan University, Guangzhou, China. Electronic address: zhenyuju2016@jnu.edu.cn.
Shengkang LuoDepartment of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Guangdong Second Provincial General Hospital, Postdoctoral Research Station of Biology, School of Medicine, Jinan University, Guangzhou, China; Key Laboratory of Regenerative Medicine of Ministry of Education, Institute of Aging and Regenerative Medicine, College of Life Science and Technology, Jinan University, Guangzhou, China. Electronic address: luoshk@gd2h.org.cn.
Jinan University · CNGuangdong Provincial People's Hospital · CN

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

introductionChemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy (CIPN) is a common complication that affects an increasing number of cancer survivors. However, the current treatment options for CIPN are limited. Paclitaxel (PTX) is a widely used chemotherapeutic drug that induces senescence in cancer cells. While previous studies have demonstrated that Sonic hedgehog (Shh) can counteract cellular dysfunction during aging, its role in CIPN remains unknown.

objectivesHerein, the aim of this study was to investigate whether Shh activation could inhibits neuronal/glial senescence and alleviates CIPN.

methodsWe treated ND7/23 neuronal cells and RSC96 Schwann cells with two selective Shh activators (purmorphamine [PUR] and smoothened agonist [SAG]) in the presence of PTX. Additionally, we utilized a CIPN mouse model induced by PTX injection. To assess cellular senescence, we performed a senescence-associated β-galactosidase (SA-β-gal) assay, measured reactive oxygen species (ROS) levels, and examined the expression of P16, P21, and γH2AX. To understand the underlying mechanisms, we conducted ubiquitin assays, LC-MS/MS, H&E staining, and assessed protein expression through Western blotting and immunofluorescence staining.

resultsIn vitro, we observed that Shh activation significantly alleviated the senescence-related decline in multiple functions included SA-β-gal activity, expression of P16 and P21, cell viability, and ROS accumulation in DRG sensory neurons and Schwann cells after PTX exposure. Furthermore, our in vivo experiments demonstrated that Shh activation significantly reduced axonal degeneration, demyelination, and improved nerve conduction. Mechanistically, we discovered that PTX reduced the protein level of SP1, which was ubiquitinated by the E3 ligase TRIM25 at the lysine 694 (K694), leading to increased CXCL13 expression, and we found that Shh activation inhibited PTX-induced neuronal/glial senescence and CIPN through the TRIM25-SP1-CXCL13 axis.

conclusionThese findings provide evidence for the role of PTX-induced senescence in DRG sensory neurons and Schwann cells, suggesting that Shh could be a potential therapeutic target for CIPN.

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Cellular SenescenceHedgehog ProteinsNeurogliaNeuronsPeripheral Nervous System DiseasesUbiquitin-Protein LigasesAnimalsAntineoplastic AgentsCell LineDisease Models, AnimalMaleMiceMice, Inbred C57BLPaclitaxelSchwann CellsSignal TransductionAntineoplastic AgentsHedgehog ProteinsPaclitaxelShh protein, mouseUbiquitinUbiquitin-Protein LigasesCell senescenceCIPNPaclitaxelSchwann cellSensory neuronSonic hedgehog

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