{"title":"Updated Review of Current Therapeutic Approaches for the Management of Sickle Cell Disease.","authors":"Devwati Puri, Bhupendra Verma, Harish Bhardwaj, Rajendra Kumar Jangde","doi":"10.2174/011871529X364941250627090838","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.2174/011871529X364941250627090838","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Sickle cell disease is a severe genetic blood disorder marked by the production of abnormal hemoglobin (HbS), leading to sickle-shaped red blood cells that obstruct blood flow and cause various problems, such as the increased risk of infection, persistent anemia, acute pain episodes, and organ damage. Roughly 100,000 Americans suffer from SCD, with approximately 40,000 of them being children. Black people have the highest frequency of the disease. There are six Food and Drug Administration (FDA)-approved drugs, hydroxyurea, L-glutamine, crizanlizumab- TMCA, voxelotor, Casgevy, and Lyfgenia, that are used for the prophylaxis and treatment of serious complications of sickle cell disease. Current treatment approaches focus on symptom management, including pain control, hydroxyurea to reduce pain crises, and transfusions for severe anemia. Based on the clinical trial results, L-glutamine and crizanlizumab-TMCA prevent cell damage and hemoglobin sickling by reducing the sickle cell crisis episodes. At the same time, voxelotor improves hemoglobin oxygen-binding capacity in patients with SCD. Novel therapies, such as gene therapy and clustered regularly interspaced short palindromic repeats/CRISPR-associated protein 9 (CRISPR-Cas9) technology, aim to correct the genetic defect. At the same time, stem cell and bone marrow transplants offer potential cures but are limited by the availability of donors and side effects. Ongoing research seeks to enhance treatment options and develop potential cures for SCD. This review attempts to present a comprehensive overview of the current therapeutic approaches and newly developed innovative medicines to combat and potentially eradicate SCD with an emphasis on their mechanisms, efficacy, and clinical implications.</p>","PeriodicalId":93925,"journal":{"name":"Cardiovascular & hematological disorders drug targets","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-07-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144638903","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Mitigating Diabetic Cardiomyopathy: The Therapeutic Potential of a Poly Herbal Combination in Modulating ICAM-1, VCAM-1, and NF-κB Expression in Rat Model.","authors":"Prabhnain Kaur, Ritu, Kalicharan Sharma, Ramesh Kumar Goyal","doi":"10.2174/011871529X374139250629193251","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.2174/011871529X374139250629193251","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Diabetic Cardiomyopathy (DCM) remains a significant health concern, necessitating innovative therapeutic approaches. This study explores the potential of a polyherbal combination (PHC) in mitigating DCM and delves into the underlying molecular mechanisms.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>Rat models with induced diabetes and cardiomyopathy were administered the polyherbal combination. Molecular analyses included the assessment of ICAM-1, VCAM-1, and NF- κB expression in cardiac tissue. Histopathological and functional evaluations of cardiac health were performed.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The polyherbal-treated group showed a significant reduction in blood glucose levels and improved cardiac function, as indicated by increased ejection fraction and cardiac output. Cardiac injury markers, CK-MB and hs-CRP, were significantly reduced by 66.6% and 50% respectively. Lipid profile improvements included lower total cholesterol and triglycerides by 28.5% and 31.1%, respectively. TGF-β levels were markedly reduced, suggesting an anti-fibrotic effect. Additionally, NF-κB, ICAM-1, and VCAM-1 expression were significantly downregulated, confirming the polyherbal formulation's anti-inflammatory potential. These findings highlight its cardioprotective effects, making it a promising therapeutic approach for mitigating diabetic cardiomyopathy.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>The study unveils a promising therapeutic strategy for DCM, characterized by the PHC's ability to modulate ICAM-1, VCAM-1, and NF-κB expression. This molecular insight underscores the potential for innovative interventions in managing DCM and offers hope for improved cardiac health in individuals with diabetes.</p>","PeriodicalId":93925,"journal":{"name":"Cardiovascular & hematological disorders drug targets","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-07-09","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144610610","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"IL 6 Cascade in Post COVID Cardiovascular Complications: A Review of Endothelial Injury and Clotting Pathways.","authors":"Ambika Binesh, Kaliyamurthi Venkatachalam","doi":"10.2174/011871529X371965250618060805","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.2174/011871529X371965250618060805","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>The COVID-19 pandemic has revealed various long-term cardiovascular complications linked to increased inflammatory responses, particularly through Interleukin-6 (IL-6) activity. IL-6 is a major cytokine in the immune system that plays a bimodal role: it supports acute immune defense but contributes to chronic inflammation and tissue damage when dysregulated. High levels of IL-6 during and after COVID-19 are linked with poor outcomes, such as Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS), myocarditis, endothelial dysfunction, and thrombotic events. Chronic IL-6 signaling impairs vascular homeostasis, leading to endothelial dysfunction and increased thrombosis. Viral and cytokine-driven inflammation leads to endothelial damage caused by COVID-19. These include mechanisms that implicate the downregulation of ACE2, oxidative stress, and reduced bioavailability of nitric oxide. All these contribute to arterial stiffness, atherosclerosis, and thrombosis. It is possible to reduce the risk of heart disease by using targeted therapies, such as IL-6 inhibitors, which can help reduce inflammation. Biomarkers of endothelial health and inflammation include EPCs and CECs. Pharmacological strategies, such as RAS inhibitors and statins, may have additive effects on endothelial function, but ACE2 upregulation remains a major question. Rehabilitation and exercise-based approaches are further supportive of vascular recovery. When IL-6 activity stays high after an infection, it causes blood to clot too easily and cause thrombotic problems. This makes patients more likely to experience an ischemic stroke or pulmonary embolism. Anticoagulants and IL-6 inhibitors like tocilizumab reduce these risks. IL-6's long-term effects on the heart need to be studied more, and biomarker screening, lifestyle changes, and personalized therapies must be used to prevent heart disease as much as possible. A holistic management approach that integrates anti-inflammatory and anticoagulation strategies will significantly improve outcomes in survivors of COVID-19.</p>","PeriodicalId":93925,"journal":{"name":"Cardiovascular & hematological disorders drug targets","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-06-27","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144531694","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Reduced Erythrocyte Opsonization by Calreticulin, Lactadherin, Mannose-binding Lectin, and Thrombospondin-1 in MAFLD Patients.","authors":"Zoi Kyriakou, Konstantinos Mimidis, Nikolaos Politis, Panagiotis Veniamis, Dimitris Vlachos, Konstantinos Anagnostopoulos, Charalampos Papadopoulos","doi":"10.2174/011871529X381576250613041457","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.2174/011871529X381576250613041457","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Introduction: </strong>Metabolism dysfunction associated with fatty liver disease During metabolic hepatic inflammation (MAFLD), is characterized by systemic metabolism deregulation leading to increased hepatic erythrophagocytosis and subsequent iron overload and ferroptosis. Studies in animal models have shown that erythrocyte phosphatidylserine exposure drives erythrophagocytosis. However, the mechanism of erythrophagocytosis in human MAFLD has not been fully elucidated yet. Therefore, in this study, we explored the opsonins recognizing phosphatidylserine. In particular, we measured the levels of erythrocyte calreticulin, lactadherin, mannose-binding lectin, and thrombospondin-1.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>Twenty-four patients (15 men and 9 women) with MAFLD and 9 healthy controls (4 men and 5 women) were enrolled. Erythrocytes were isolated from EDTA-containing blood through multiple centrifugations and isotonic buffer. Protein levels were measured in erythrocyte lysates (triton X-100 0.1% v/v) or plasma with enzyme-linked immunosorbent assays.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Erythrocyte TSP-1 levels were reduced in MAFLD patients. This reduction was not followed by changes in plasma TSP-1 levels or erythrocyte calreticulin, lactadherin, and mannose- binding protein Discussion: Our results suggest that erythrophagocytosis in human MALFD, unlike animal models, is not mediated by opsonization of exposed phosphatidylserine.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Our study underlines the need for disease models that could better reflect the molecular pathogenesis of human MAFLD.</p>","PeriodicalId":93925,"journal":{"name":"Cardiovascular & hematological disorders drug targets","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-06-24","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144546534","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Cardioprotective Activity of Oroxylin-A in Doxorubicin-induced Myocardial Toxicity: Antioxidant and In Vitro Studies on H9c2 Cells.","authors":"Nagaraju Bandaru, Naga Venkata Indira Devi Jajula, Dodda TulaseNadhreddy, Alla Narayana Rao, Nld Bhavani, Makarand Suresh Gambhire","doi":"10.2174/011871529X367923250609171115","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.2174/011871529X367923250609171115","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Introduction: </strong>Oroxylin A is primarily sourced from the roots of Scutellaria baicalensis, a medicinal plant commonly used in traditional Chinese medicine. It can also be found in other Scutellaria species. The plant's rich bioactive profile makes it a significant source of various flavonoids, including Oroxylin A.</p><p><strong>Aim: </strong>The proposed aim of this study is to investigate in-vitro anti-oxidant activity, toxicity studies and in-vitro cardioprotective activity of Oroxylin-A against Doxorubicin mediated myocardial damage on H9c2.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>The total phenolic content was estimated using Folin-Ciocalteu test and in-vitro activity was performed using DPPH assay. Acute toxicity studies were performed according to OECD 423 guidelines. In vitro cardioprotective activity was performed on H9c2 cells and was estimated for the biomarkers.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Oroxylin-A showed good antioxidant activity. No abnormalities were found in animals upon its usage, indicating that Oroxylin-A was safe at 2000 mg/kg. 150ug/ml of Oroxylin-A significantly increased the cell viability up to 99% and also decreased the LDH and ROS generation indicating that Oroxylin-A showed significant cardioprotective activity on H9c2 cells.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>This research underscores the potential of Oroxylin A as a candidate for further investigation as a cardioprotective agent. Also, the present study contributes to the growing body of knowledge aimed at identifying natural compounds that may offer protective effects against myocardial damage, providing hope for future therapeutic interventions in the field of cardiovascular medicine.</p>","PeriodicalId":93925,"journal":{"name":"Cardiovascular & hematological disorders drug targets","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-06-19","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144478237","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Genetic, Cytogenetic and Hematological Features in Newly Diagnosed Acute Lymphoid Leukemia Patients under Eighteen Years Age Rreferred to Ali Asghar Hospital of Tehran, Iran, from 2013 to 2023.","authors":"Nafiseh Mortazavi, Aziz Eghbali, Omid Kiani Ghalesardi, Reza Afrisham, Reza Asadpouri, Zahra Salehi, Soudabeh Hosseini, Elahe Razmara Lak","doi":"10.2174/011871529X372625250606123726","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.2174/011871529X372625250606123726","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Introduction: </strong>Acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL), a hematopoietic cancer of T or B lymphoblasts, is the most prevalent cancer in children. Ongoing research aims to better understand the factors contributing to ALL and create more successful treatment options. Therefore, the current study presented cytogenetic, genetic, and hematologic features from 318 ALL patients under eighteen years of age who were referred to Ali Asghar Hospital of Tehran, Iran, from 2013 to 2023.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>This study was designed as a retrospective cross-sectional analysis, focusing on 318 children in Tehran, Iran, who had been newly diagnosed with ALL. All data were extracted from the patient case files that included additional information, such as clinical data, and demographic information. The Flow cytometry technique was employed to perform immunophenotyping for various markers. Moreover, the standardized protocol was carried out for conventional cytogenetic analysis.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Out of 318, 179 (56.3%) and 139 (43.7%) were males and females, respectively. The most common subtype of ALL was Common B Cell ALL, accounting for 182 cases (57.23%), followed by Pre B cell ALL with 74 cases (23.27%) and T cell ALL with 27 cases (8.49%). Out of 222 patients, 17 (7.7%) had genetic abnormalities, with the highest incidence of abnormalities being associated with Runx 1 (four cases). Additionally, out of 228 patients, 143 (62.7%) were identified as having cytogenetic abnormalities, with the most prevalent abnormalities being hyperdiploidy (54 cases) and t (12;21) (28 cases).</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Our findings showed that some cytogenetic abnormalities, such as t (9;22) and hyperdiploidy, were consistent with previous studies. These results offer valuable foundational insights that can help direct future research on ALL patients and inform potential treatment strategies.</p>","PeriodicalId":93925,"journal":{"name":"Cardiovascular & hematological disorders drug targets","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-06-19","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144478238","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Muhammad Ahmad Mukhtar, Naila Tariq, Ayesha Mukhtar, Aimen Khalid, Amna Mukhtar, Rubina Mukhtar
{"title":"Utilization Trends and Outcomes of Alteplase in Acute Cerebral Ischemia among Patients with Hypertension or Diabetes: A Tertiary Care Experience from Southern Punjab.","authors":"Muhammad Ahmad Mukhtar, Naila Tariq, Ayesha Mukhtar, Aimen Khalid, Amna Mukhtar, Rubina Mukhtar","doi":"10.2174/011871529X381588250612061045","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.2174/011871529X381588250612061045","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Objective: </strong>Stroke is the second leading cause of death and the third leading cause of disability worldwide, with hypertension and diabetes mellitus being its most prominent risk factors. This study aims to assess the utilization trends and clinical outcomes of Alteplase in patients presenting with acute cerebral ischemia and known history of hypertension and/or diabetes, within our local population in Southern Punjab, Pakistan-a region with limited stroke care infrastructure.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>This observational study was conducted at the emergency department of a tertiary care hospital. A total of 106 patients presenting with acute cerebral ischemia confirmed via CT scan and/or MRI were enrolled. All patients had a documented history of hypertension (n = 72), diabetes mellitus (n = 18), or both (n = 16). Patients who presented within 4.5 hours of symptom onset and met standard inclusion criteria were administered intravenous Alteplase as per AHA/ASA guidelines. Patients were divided into two groups: Group 1 (received Alteplase, n = 44) and Group 2 (did not receive Alteplase, n = 62). Outcomes were measured using the modified Rankin Scale (mRS) at 3 months post-intervention, with favorable recovery defined as mRS 0-2.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Of the 44 patients who received Alteplase, 66% (n = 29) achieved favorable outcomes (mRS 0-2). In contrast, only 39% (n = 24) of the 62 patients in the non-Alteplase group had favorable recovery. No significant increase in hemorrhagic complications was observed in the Alteplase group.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>In patients with acute cerebral ischemia and pre-existing hypertension or diabetes, the timely administration of Alteplase significantly improves functional outcomes. Despite its proven efficacy, access to thrombolytic therapy remains inadequate in public sector hospitals in Southern Punjab. Efforts must be made to expand stroke services and standardize acute stroke care across the region.</p>","PeriodicalId":93925,"journal":{"name":"Cardiovascular & hematological disorders drug targets","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-06-19","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144478239","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Mohammadjavad Sotoudeheian, Seyed-Mohamad-Sadegh Mirahmadi, Navid Farahmandian, Mohammad Pirhayati, Reza Azarbad, Seyed Ahmad Hosseini, Hamidreza Pazoki Toroudi
{"title":"Expression of PIM1/ASK1 Molecular Pathway Related Genes in Ischemic Cardiomyopathy.","authors":"Mohammadjavad Sotoudeheian, Seyed-Mohamad-Sadegh Mirahmadi, Navid Farahmandian, Mohammad Pirhayati, Reza Azarbad, Seyed Ahmad Hosseini, Hamidreza Pazoki Toroudi","doi":"10.2174/011871529X366280250526131550","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.2174/011871529X366280250526131550","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Introduction: </strong>Myocardial ischemia/reperfusion injuries (MI/RI) are responsible for fatal cardiovascular diseases. Myocardial infarction may lead to ischemic cardiomyopathy (ICM). Thereby, illustrating the MI/RI molecular basis could lead to the emergence of novel therapeutic options. PIM1/ASK1 (MAP3K5) pathway is well-known in renal ischemia/ reperfusion. PIM1 protein can promote autophagy after hypoxia.</p><p><strong>Materials and methods: </strong>We selected the dataset GSE46224 from the National Center of Biotechnology Information (NCBI) Gene Expression Omnibus (GEO) database for evaluation. This dataset was analyzed using tools such as the Kyoto Encyclopedia of Genes and Genomes, Gene- Codis, and BioGRID. Three groups of patients were selected from the dataset. ICM group (n=8), non-failing (NF) group (n=8), and non-ischemic cardiomyopathy (NICM) group (n=8) evaluated for 15 genes expression levels. P-value <0.05 is statistically significant.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>JAK1 showed significantly lower gene expression in the ICM group compared to the NF group (p-value = 0.012, difference = -6.24). ASK1 was also significantly down-regulated in the ICM group compared to the NF group (p-value =0.0159, difference = -1.478). In contrast, STAT5B and NF-κB were significantly up-regulated in the ICM group (STAT5B: p-value = 0.0238, difference = 2.388; NF-κB: p-value = 0.0158, difference = 1.11). The analysis of differences and the volcano plot confirmed these findings, highlighting key dysregulated genes in ICM.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>In conclusion, ICM patients have altered ASK1 expression compared to NF individuals. The significant down-regulation of ASK1 and JAK1, along with the up-regulation of STAT5B and NF-κB, suggests that targeting ASK1 could be an important strategy to ameliorate ischemia-related cardiomyocyte damage.</p>","PeriodicalId":93925,"journal":{"name":"Cardiovascular & hematological disorders drug targets","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-06-11","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144287585","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Cardiopulmonary and Urine Electrolyte Changes in Healthy Males Exposed to Two Distinct Anaerobic Exercises.","authors":"Esther Oluwasola Aluko, Mary Emmanuel Etim, Favour Jerome Azunobi, Ekpono-Abasi Ubong Robinson, Uku Etim Ekpenyong","doi":"10.2174/011871529X369260250512024353","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.2174/011871529X369260250512024353","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Anaerobic exercise, characterized by short bursts of high-intensity activity such as weightlifting, sprinting, and high-intensity interval training (HIIT), has been documented to influence the body physiology.</p><p><strong>Objective: </strong>The study investigated the acute impact of weightlifting and rope jumping exercise sessions on blood pressure, pulse rate, blood glucose, body temperature, pulmonary indices, and urine creatinine and electrolyte levels in healthy male subjects.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>Twenty participants, aged 18-25, were randomly assigned to the control group (n=10) and the exercise group (n=10). The control group watched exercise videos of weightlifting and rope jumping, respectively. The anaerobic exercise group performed weightlifting and rope jumping exercise sessions, respectively. Before the commencement of the experiment, the participants were given a 15-minute rest, and their blood pressure, body temperature, and blood glucose were measured. Then they were given 600 mL of water and 15 g of glucose for hydration and energy. After 45 minutes, their cardiovascular indices, blood glucose, body temperature, pulmonary indices, and urine sample for assessment of urine electrolyte and creatinine levels were taken. After that, the control group watched a video of people engaged in weight lifting, and the exercise group lifted 6 kg dumbbells (3 kg per arm) for 15 minutes with a 20-second break period after every 2 minutes of performing the exercise or watching the video. After the first session, a 30- minute recuperation period was given before the commencement of the second session (rope jumping). The same procedure was repeated in the second session. Blood pressure, pulse rate, blood glucose, and body temperature were measured immediately after the first session, 15, 30 minutes after the first session, immediately after the second session, 15, and 30 minutes after the second session. Pulmonary indices and urine samples were taken immediately after the first session, 30 minutes after the first session, immediately after the second session, and 30 minutes after the second session.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The results showed a significant increase in systolic blood pressure, mean arterial pressure, pulse rate, and body temperature; however, there was no significant difference in diastolic blood pressure, lung function parameters, or blood glucose in the exercise group compared to the control group. In addition, the exercise group showed a significant increase in urine sodium and potassium levels, as well as a significant decrease in urine creatinine level, at the end of the 30- minute recuperation period compared to the control group.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>The study demonstrated that weightlifting and rope jumping exercise sessions significantly increased blood pressure, pulse rate, and body temperature, but had no significant effect on lung function and blood glucos","PeriodicalId":93925,"journal":{"name":"Cardiovascular & hematological disorders drug targets","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-05-19","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144112876","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}