The multifaceted role of ferroptosis in kidney diseases

Chem Biol Interact. 2022 Sep 25:365:110107. doi: 10.1016/j.cbi.2022.110107. Epub 2022 Aug 17.

Abstract

Ferroptosis, a form of cell death caused by the excessive accumulation of iron-dependent lipid peroxides. Studies over the last decade have identified multiple pathways that affect the sensitivity of cells to ferroptosis. Renal diseases, the tenth leading cause of death in the world, has been affecting the life of people for a long time. Numerous studies have shown that ferroptosis is inextricably linked to damage to kidney cells. Here, we review the pathophysiological features of the kidney, the basic pathways of ferroptosis, and the mechanisms of ferroptosis-induced kidney injury. It is proposed a promising outlook for the treatment of renal diseases by influencing ferroptosis.

Keywords: AKI; DN; Ferroptosis; IRI; Kidney; RCC.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Cell Death
  • Ferroptosis*
  • Humans
  • Iron / metabolism
  • Kidney / metabolism
  • Kidney Diseases* / metabolism

Substances

  • Iron