Ifeanyi Obeagu Emmanuel
Department of Medical Laboratory Science, Kampala International University, Kampala, Uganda.
Ann Med Surg (Lond). 2024 May 8;86(9):5252-5255. doi: 10.1097/MS9.0000000000002152. eCollection 2024 Sep.
Sickle cell anemia (SCA) is a genetically inherited hemoglobinopathy characterized by the abnormal morphology of red blood cells, resulting in vaso-occlusive events and diverse clinical complications. Recent investigations have unveiled a novel dimension in understanding SCA severity through the lens of eosinophilic dialogues. This review article synthesizes current knowledge on the molecular intricacies of eosinophils in the context of SCA, exploring their biology, molecular markers, and interactions with other cellular components. Eosinophil-mediated inflammation and oxidative stress are dissected to elucidate their impact on the disease course. Furthermore, the review evaluates potential therapeutic interventions and outlines future directions in this burgeoning field. The term "Eosinophilic Dialogues" encapsulates the multifaceted molecular exchanges that influence SCA severity, presenting a promising avenue for targeted interventions and improved clinical outcomes. This review serves as a comprehensive resource for researchers, clinicians, and healthcare practitioners engaged in unraveling the complex pathophysiology of SCA and exploring novel therapeutic avenues.
镰状细胞贫血(SCA)是一种遗传性血红蛋白病,其特征是红细胞形态异常,导致血管阻塞事件和各种临床并发症。最近的研究通过嗜酸性粒细胞对话的视角,在理解SCA严重程度方面揭示了一个新的维度。这篇综述文章综合了目前关于SCA背景下嗜酸性粒细胞分子复杂性的知识,探讨了它们的生物学、分子标志物以及与其他细胞成分的相互作用。剖析了嗜酸性粒细胞介导的炎症和氧化应激,以阐明它们对疾病进程的影响。此外,该综述评估了潜在的治疗干预措施,并概述了这个新兴领域的未来方向。“嗜酸性粒细胞对话”一词概括了影响SCA严重程度的多方面分子交换,为靶向干预和改善临床结果提供了一个有前景的途径。这篇综述为从事揭示SCA复杂病理生理学和探索新治疗途径的研究人员、临床医生和医疗从业者提供了全面的资源。