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Chemotherapy-Induced Liver Injury: Unveiling Emerging Mechanisms and Exploring Mitigation Strategies

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Last updated: 05 Jan 2025

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Section D: Clinical Pharmacy and Pharmacology

Abstract

In this comprehensive overview of chemotherapy-induced liver injury, various classes of chemotherapeutic agents were reviewed to elucidate the complex cellular events contributing to hepatotoxicity and potential mitigation strategies. Alkylating agents, such as cyclophosphamide and busulfan, exhibited diverse mechanisms, with compounds like fucoidan and pyrroloquinoline quinone demonstrating protective effects through modulation of Nrf2/HO-1 and NF-κB pathways. Methotrexate-induced hepatotoxicity, characterized by oxidative stress and inflammation, highlighted the importance of addressing disruptions in lipid metabolism and the gut-liver axis. The multifaceted nature of cisplatin-induced liver damage emphasized the role of gastrointestinal microbiota and therapeutic interventions like curcumin. Anthracyclines, including doxorubicin and epirubicin, posed challenges in mitigating severe hepatotoxicity, with potential protective agents identified. Topoisomerase inhibitors, plant alkaloids, and antitumor antibodies showcased diverse impacts on liver function, emphasizing the need for tailored interventions. Targeted therapies, immune checkpoint inhibitors, and miscellaneous agents like L-asparaginase revealed distinct patterns of hepatotoxicity, prompting a nuanced understanding of patient safety. This comprehensive exploration offers a foundation for future research and therapeutic developments to enhance patient outcomes during chemotherapy.

DOI

10.21608/erurj.2024.256957.1100

Keywords

antioxidants, Chemotherapy-induced liver injury, Hepatotoxicity, liver protection

Authors

First Name

Mahmoud

Last Name

Alkabbani

MiddleName

Abdelrahman

Affiliation

Department of Pharmacology & Toxicology, Faculty of Pharmacy, Egyptian Russian University, Cairo 11829, Egypt

Email

mahmoud-kabbani@eru.edu.eg

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0000-0002-2871-2603

First Name

Abdel-Aziz

Last Name

Shatat

MiddleName

S.

Affiliation

Pharmacology and Toxicology Department, Faculty of Pharmacy, Al-Azhar University, Cairo, Egypt.

Email

abdelaziz.said14@azhar.edu.eg

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Orcid

0000-0002-2871-2603

First Name

Aliaa

Last Name

Ghazy

MiddleName

Nageh

Affiliation

Department of Pharmacology & Toxicology, Faculty of Pharmacy, Egyptian Russian University, Cairo 11829, Egypt

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aliaa-nageh@eru.edu.eg

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First Name

Kawther

Last Name

Magdy

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-

Affiliation

Department of Pharmacology & Toxicology, Faculty of Pharmacy, Egyptian Russian University, Cairo 11829, Egypt

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kawther-mohamed@eru.edu.eg

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Volume

3

Article Issue

4

Related Issue

51327

Issue Date

2024-10-01

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2023-12-20

Publish Date

2024-10-01

Page Start

1,540

Page End

1,567

Print ISSN

2812-6211

Online ISSN

2812-622X

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https://erurj.journals.ekb.eg/article_346429.html

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346,429

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Review article

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2,449

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Publication Title

ERU Research Journal

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https://erurj.journals.ekb.eg/

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Chemotherapy-Induced Liver Injury: Unveiling Emerging Mechanisms and Exploring Mitigation Strategies

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29 Dec 2024