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Published in: Cardiovascular Toxicology 2/2024

18-12-2023 | Review

The Role of mTOR in Doxorubicin-Altered Cardiac Metabolism: A Promising Therapeutic Target of Natural Compounds

Authors: Fatemeh Yarmohammadi, Mahvash Hesari, Dareuosh Shackebaei

Published in: Cardiovascular Toxicology | Issue 2/2024

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Abstract

Doxorubicin (DOX) is commonly used for the treatment of various types of cancer, however can cause serious side effects, including cardiotoxicity. The mechanisms involved in DOX-induced cardiac damage are complex and not yet fully understood. One mechanism is the disruption of cardiac metabolism, which can impair cardiac function. The mammalian target of rapamycin (mTOR) is a key regulator of cardiac energy metabolism, and dysregulation of mTOR signaling has been implicated in DOX-induced cardiac dysfunction. Natural compounds (NCs) have been shown to improve cardiac function in vivo and in vitro models of DOX-induced cardiotoxicity. This review article explores the protective effects of NCs against DOX-induced cardiac injury, with a focus on their regulation of mTOR signaling pathways. Generally, the modulation of mTOR signaling by NCs represents a promising strategy for decreasing the cardiotoxic effects of DOX.
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Metadata
Title
The Role of mTOR in Doxorubicin-Altered Cardiac Metabolism: A Promising Therapeutic Target of Natural Compounds
Authors
Fatemeh Yarmohammadi
Mahvash Hesari
Dareuosh Shackebaei
Publication date
18-12-2023
Publisher
Springer US
Published in
Cardiovascular Toxicology / Issue 2/2024
Print ISSN: 1530-7905
Electronic ISSN: 1559-0259
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s12012-023-09820-7

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