The role of toll-like receptors and viral infections in the pathogenesis and progression of pulmonary arterial hypertension - a narrative review.
Opis bibliograficzny
Szczegóły publikacji
Streszczenia
Aberrant activation of innate immunity promotes the development of pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH); however, the role of pattern recognition by Toll-like receptors (TLRs) within the pulmonary vasculature remains unclear. To consolidate knowledge (as of June 2025) about TLRs and their interactions with viruses in PAH and to identify therapeutic implications. A narrative review of experimental and clinical studies investigating ten TLRs in the context of the pulmonary vascular microenvironment and viral infections. Activation of TLR1/2, TLR4, TLR5/6, TLR7/8, and TLR9 converges on the MyD88–NF-κB/IL-6 axis, thereby enhancing endothelial-mesenchymal transition, smooth muscle proliferation, oxidative stress, thrombosis, and maladaptive inflammation, ultimately increasing pulmonary vascular resistance. Conversely, TLR3, through TRIF–IFN-I, preserves endothelial integrity and inhibits vascular remodeling; its downregulation correlates with PAH severity, and poly (I:C) restitution has been shown to improve hemodynamics and right ventricular function. HIV-1, EBV, HCV, endogenous retrovirus K, and SARS-CoV-2 infections modulate TLR circuits, either amplifying pro-remodeling cascades or attenuating protective pathways. The “TLR rheostat” is shaped by polymorphisms, ligand biochemistry, compartmentalization, and biomechanical forces. The balance between MyD88-dependent signaling and the TRIF–IFN-I axis determines the trajectory of PAH. Prospective therapeutic strategies may include TLR3 agonists, MyD88/NF-κB inhibitors, modulation of IL-6, and combination approaches integrating antiviral therapy with targeted immunomodulation in a precision approach.
Open Access
Linki zewnętrzne
Identyfikatory
Metryki
Eksport cytowania
Wsparcie dla menedżerów bibliografii:
Ta strona wspiera automatyczny import do Zotero, Mendeley i EndNote. Użytkownicy z zainstalowanym rozszerzeniem przeglądarki mogą zapisać tę publikację jednym kliknięciem - ikona pojawi się automatycznie w pasku narzędzi przeglądarki.
Punkty i sloty autorów
| Autor | Dyscyplina | PkD / PkDAut | Slot |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grywalska Ewelina, prof. dr hab. n. med. | nauki medyczne | 35,0000 | 0,2500 |
| Mertowska Paulina (Lipa), dr hab. n. med. i n. o zdr. | nauki o zdrowiu | 140,0000 | 1,0000 |
| Rahnama-Hezavah Mansur, prof. dr hab., dr h.c. | nauki medyczne | 35,0000 | 0,2500 |
| Styczeń Agnieszka | nauki medyczne | 35,0000 | 0,2500 |
| Tomaszewski Michał, dr hab. n. med. | nauki medyczne | 35,0000 | 0,2500 |
Punkty i sloty dyscyplin
| Dyscyplina | PkD / PkDAut | Slot |
|---|---|---|
| nauki medyczne | 140,0000 | 1,0000 |
| nauki o zdrowiu | 140,0000 | 1,0000 |
Informacje dodatkowe
| Zewnętrzna baza danych: | Scopus Web of Science |
|---|---|
| Rekord utworzony: | 19 listopada 2025 12:50 |
| Ostatnia aktualizacja: | 17 czerwca 2026 09:58 |