Publications by authors named "Zhexi Chi"

Background And Purpose: Chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy (CIPN) commonly causes neuropathic pain, but its pathogenesis remains unclear, and effective therapies are lacking. Naringenin, a natural dihydroflavonoid compound, has anti-inflammatory, anti-nociceptive and anti-tumour activities. However, the effects of naringenin on chemotherapy-induced pain and chemotherapy effectiveness remain unexplored.

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Hypertension and endothelial dysfunction are associated with various cardiovascular diseases. Hydrogen sulphide (H S) produced by cystathionine γ-lyase (CSE) promotes vascular relaxation and lowers hypertension. Honokiol (HNK), a natural compound in the Magnolia plant, has been shown to retain multifunctional properties such as anti-oxidative and anti-inflammatory activities.

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Cystathionine γ-lyase (CSEγ) is a hydrogen sulfide (HS)-producing enzyme. Endothelial HS production can mediate vasodilatory effects, contributing to the alleviation of hypertension (high blood pressure). Recent studies have suggested a role of histone deacetylase 6 (HDAC6) in hypertension, although its underlying mechanisms are poorly understood.

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