Medizinische Universität Graz Austria/Österreich - Forschungsportal - Medical University of Graz
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Gadjanski, I; Boretius, S; Williams, SK; Lingor, P; Knöferle, J; Sättler, MB; Fairless, R; Hochmeister, S; Sühs, KW; Michaelis, T; Frahm, J; Storch, MK; Bähr, M; Diem, R.
Role of n-type voltage-dependent calcium channels in autoimmune optic neuritis.
Ann Neurol. 2009; 66(1): 81-93.
Doi: 10.1002/ana.21668
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- Hochmeister Sonja
- Storch Maria
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- Objective: The aim of this study, was to investigate the role of voltage-dependent calcium channels (VDCCs) in axon degeneration during autoimmune optic neuritis. Methods: Calcium ion (Ca2+) influx into the optic nerve (ON) through VDCCs was investigated in a rat model of optic neuritis using manganese-enhanced magnetic resonance imaging and in vivo calcium imaging. After having identified the most relevant channel subtype (N-type VDCCs), we correlated immunohistochemistry of channel expression with ON histopathology. In the confirmatory part of this work, we performed a treatment study using omega-conotoxin GVIA, all N-type specific blocker. Results: We observed that pathological Ca2+ influx into ONs during optic neuritis is mediated via N-type VDCCs. By analyzing the expression of VDCCs in the inflamed ONs, we detected an upregulation of alpha(1B) the pore-forming Subunit Of N-type VDCCs, in demyelinated axons. However, high expression levels were also found on macrophages/activated microglia, and lower levels were detected on astrocytes. The relevance of N-type VDCCs for inflammation-induced axonal degeneration and the severity, of optic neuritis was corroborated by, treatment with omega-conotoxin GVIA. This blocker led to decreased axon and myelin degeneration in the ONs together with a reduced number of macrophages/activated microglia. These protective effects were confirmed by analyzing the spinal cords of the same animals. Interpretation: We conclude that N-type VDCCs play all important role in inflammation-induced axon degeneration via two mechanisms: First, they directly mediate toxic Ca2+ influx Into the axons; and second, they contribute to macrophage/microglia function, thereby, promoting secondary, axonal damage.
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