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| 962387 | Other Grant/Funding Number | TUBITAK |
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| The Scientific and Technological Research Council of Turkey | OTHER |
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Renal transplantation is the most effective renal replacement therapy for patients with end-stage renal disease. Ischemia-reperfusion injury may adversely affect graft function and long-term outcomes. Ferroptosis has recently emerged as a potential mechanism involved in ischemia-reperfusion injury, while the mitochondrial-derived peptides humanin and MOTS-c are thought to exert protective effects against oxidative stress. However, the effects of different anesthetic techniques on these biomarkers in kidney transplant recipients have not been investigated.
This prospective controlled study aims to compare the effects of sevoflurane general anesthesia (SGA) and combined spinal-epidural anesthesia (CSEA) on serum ferroptosis markers, humanin, and MOTS-c levels in adult kidney transplant recipients. Blood samples will be obtained perioperatively for biomarker analysis.
The primary objective of the study is to evaluate the effects of the anesthetic technique on serum ferroptosis markers, humanin, and MOTS-c levels. Secondary objectives include evaluating early graft function and postoperative outcomes by assessing the incidence of delayed graft function, postoperative serum creatinine levels, requirement for dialysis, urine output, length of hospital stay, and the association of these outcomes with perioperative biomarker levels.
Renal transplantation represents the most effective form of renal replacement therapy for patients with end-stage renal disease; however, ischemia-reperfusion injury remains a major determinant of early graft dysfunction and long-term transplant outcomes.
Ferroptosis, an iron-dependent form of regulated cell death characterized by lipid peroxidation, has recently been proposed as an important mechanism contributing to ischemia-reperfusion-related tissue injury. In addition, mitochondrial-derived peptides such as humanin and MOTS-c have been identified as key regulators of cellular stress responses and may exert protective effects against oxidative damage. Despite these emerging findings, the influence of anesthetic technique on ferroptosis-related pathways and mitochondrial protective peptides in kidney transplantation has not yet been fully elucidated.
This prospective controlled study is designed to evaluate the effect of anesthetic technique on perioperative biochemical and clinical outcomes in renal transplant recipients. Adult patients undergoing kidney transplantation will receive either sevoflurane-based general anesthesia (SGA) or combined spinal-epidural anesthesia (CSEA). The two anesthetic strategies will be compared in terms of their effects on circulating ferroptosis-related biomarkers, as well as serum levels of humanin and MOTS-c.
Peripheral arterial blood samples will be obtained at two standardized points: immediately before anesthesia induction (T1) and immediately prior to extubation (T2). Following collection, blood samples will be centrifuged, and serum aliquots will be stored under appropriate conditions at -80°C until batch analysis. Serum levels of ferroptosis-related biomarkers, humanin, and MOTS-c will be measured using enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) and standard biochemical techniques.
The primary objective of the study is to assess the effect of anesthetic technique on perioperative changes in serum ferroptosis-related biomarkers and mitochondrial-derived peptides (humanin and MOTS-c).
The secondary objectives are to evaluate early postoperative graft function and clinical recovery parameters, including incidence of delayed graft function, postoperative serum creatinine levels, requirement for dialysis, urine output, and length of hospital stay. In addition, the association between perioperative biomarker levels and clinical outcomes will be analyzed to explore potential predictive relationships.
It is anticipated that this study will provide further insight into the relationship between anesthetic technique, ferroptosis pathways, and mitochondrial-mediated cytoprotection in renal transplantation. The results may contribute to improved understanding of perioperative biological responses and support optimization of anesthetic strategies aimed at enhancing graft outcomes.
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| Label | Type | Description | Intervention Names |
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| Sevoflurane General Anesthesia (SGA) | Active Comparator | Participants in this group will receive sevoflurane general anesthesia according to standard institutional protocols for kidney transplantation. |
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| Combined Spinal-Epidural Anesthesia (CSEA) | Active Comparator | Participants in this group will receive combined spinal-epidural anesthesia as the anesthetic technique for kidney transplantation. |
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| Name | Type | Description | Arm Group Labels | Other Names |
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| Sevoflurane General Anesthesia | Drug | Participants will receive standardized sevoflurane general anesthesia according to institutional kidney transplantation protocols. Anesthesia induction will include preoxygenation with 100% oxygen for 3-5 minutes, followed by intravenous propofol (1.5-2.5 mg/kg), fentanyl (1-2 µg/kg), and rocuronium bromide (0.6 mg/kg). Endotracheal intubation will be performed after short mask ventilation using direct laryngoscopy, and correct placement will be confirmed by auscultation. Anesthesia maintenance will be provided with sevoflurane (1.5-2.0% end-tidal) in a 40-50% oxygen/air mixture and remifentanil infusion (0.05-0.2 µg/kg/min). Mechanical ventilation will be set to 6-8 mL/kg tidal volume, PEEP 5 cmH₂O, and end-tidal CO₂ 35-40 mmHg. At the end of surgery, sevoflurane will be discontinued, neuromuscular blockade will be reversed with sugammadex (2-4 mg/kg), and extubation will be performed after recovery. Postoperative analgesia will include subcutaneous morphine (0.1 mg/kg). |
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| Serum ferroptosis-related biomarkers (Fe, TFRC1, GPX4, MDA, ACSL4) and mitochondrial-derived peptides (humanin and MOTS-c) | The primary outcome is the perioperative change in serum levels of ferroptosis-related biomarkers and mitochondrial-derived peptides, including humanin and MOTS-c, between two standardized time points. Blood samples will be collected immediately prior to anesthesia induction and immediately prior to extubation. Biomarker levels will be quantified using ELISA-based and standard biochemical methods. The primary comparison will evaluate differences in biomarker changes between the sevoflurane general anesthesia (SGA) and combined spinal-epidural anesthesia (CSEA) groups. | Immediately before anesthesia induction and immediately before extubation (intraoperative period) |
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| Delayed Graft Function (DGF) | Delayed graft function will be defined as the requirement for dialysis within the first 7 postoperative days or a reduction in serum creatinine of less than 30% during the first 48 hours after transplantation. The incidence of delayed graft function will be compared between the study groups. | Postoperative days 0-7 |
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| Name | Role | Phone | Extension | |
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| Abdulkadir UÇAR, MD | Contact | +90 534 030 89 56 | drkadirucar@gmail.com | |
| Berna KAYA UĞUR, Doç. Dr. | Contact | +90 532 572 76 51 | bernakayaugur@hotmail.com |
| Name | Affiliation | Role |
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| Berna KAYA UĞUR, Doç. Dr. | University of Gaziantep | Principal Investigator |
| Facility | Status | City | State | ZIP | Country | Contacts |
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| Gaziantep University Faculty of Medicine Hospital | Recruiting | Gaziantep | State/Province | 27310 | Turkey (Türkiye) |
| PubMed Identifier | Type | Citation | Retractions |
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| 38792558 | Background | Ivascu R, Torsin LI, Hostiuc L, Nitipir C, Corneci D, Dutu M. The Surgical Stress Response and Anesthesia: A Narrative Review. J Clin Med. 2024 May 20;13(10):3017. doi: 10.3390/jcm13103017. | |
| 21929642 | Background | Siedlecki A, Irish W, Brennan DC. Delayed graft function in the kidney transplant. Am J Transplant. 2011 Nov;11(11):2279-96. doi: 10.1111/j.1600-6143.2011.03754.x. Epub 2011 Sep 19. |
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| The provided link refers to the official website of Gaziantep University Faculty of Medicine Hospital, where the study will be conducted and institutional information can be accessed. | View source |
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Individual participant data will not be publicly shared. Data may be available from the corresponding investigator upon reasonable request and after approval by the local ethics committee.
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The study will use a parallel assignment interventional model. Participants will be assigned to one of two study groups: sevoflurane general anesthesia (SGA) or combined spinal-epidural anesthesia (CSEA). Outcomes will be compared between the two groups to evaluate the effect of anesthetic technique on perioperative biomarker levels and clinical outcomes.
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Laboratory personnel performing sample processing and biomarker analysis will be blinded to group allocation.
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| Bupivacaine and Morphine for Combined Spinal-Epidural Anesthesia | Drug | Participants will receive combined spinal-epidural anesthesia under sterile conditions according to institutional protocols. The L3-L4 interspace will be identified, and local anesthesia will be administered with lidocaine (2-3 mL, 2%). A Tuohy needle will be inserted using a midline approach, and the epidural space will be identified using loss-of-resistance technique. Spinal anesthesia will be achieved via intrathecal injection of 2.5 mL of 0.5% hyperbaric bupivacaine after confirmation of cerebrospinal fluid flow. An epidural catheter will then be placed and secured. Sedation will be provided with intravenous midazolam (1-2 mg), and oxygen will be administered via nasal cannula (4 L/min). Intraoperative analgesia will be maintained with epidural 0.25% bupivacaine as needed. At the end of surgery, epidural morphine (3 mg) combined with 0.25% bupivacaine will be administered for postoperative analgesia. |
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| Postoperative Serum Creatinine Levels | Serial serum creatinine levels will be measured daily during the first postoperative week to evaluate early renal graft function and recovery. | Postoperative days 1-7 |
| Requirement for Postoperative Dialysis | The need for dialysis during the early post-transplant period will be recorded as a clinical indicator of graft dysfunction. | Within first 7 postoperative days |
| Urine Output | Hourly urine output will be monitored to assess immediate graft perfusion and early functional recovery. | Intraoperative period and first 24 postoperative hours |
| Length of Hospital Stay | Total duration of postoperative hospitalization will be recorded as a measure of overall recovery and clinical course. | From surgery until discharge (up to 30 days) |
| Association Between Biomarkers and Clinical Outcomes | Correlation analyses will be performed to evaluate the relationship between perioperative biomarker levels (ferroptosis markers, humanin, and MOTS-c) and early clinical outcomes, including delayed graft function, serum creatinine levels, and urine output. | Perioperative period and first 7 postoperative days |
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| 30104535 | Background | Yong CQY, Tang BL. A Mitochondrial Encoded Messenger at the Nucleus. Cells. 2018 Aug 13;7(8):105. doi: 10.3390/cells7080105. |
| 36670507 | Background | Wan W, Zhang L, Lin Y, Rao X, Wang X, Hua F, Ying J. Mitochondria-derived peptide MOTS-c: effects and mechanisms related to stress, metabolism and aging. J Transl Med. 2023 Jan 20;21(1):36. doi: 10.1186/s12967-023-03885-2. |
| 37106758 | Background | Coradduzza D, Congiargiu A, Chen Z, Cruciani S, Zinellu A, Carru C, Medici S. Humanin and Its Pathophysiological Roles in Aging: A Systematic Review. Biology (Basel). 2023 Apr 6;12(4):558. doi: 10.3390/biology12040558. |
| 25538685 | Background | Gong Z, Tas E, Muzumdar R. Humanin and age-related diseases: a new link? Front Endocrinol (Lausanne). 2014 Dec 4;5:210. doi: 10.3389/fendo.2014.00210. eCollection 2014. |
| 34896254 | Background | Gong Z, Goetzman E, Muzumdar RH. Cardio-protective role of Humanin in myocardial ischemia-reperfusion. Biochim Biophys Acta Gen Subj. 2022 Feb;1866(2):130066. doi: 10.1016/j.bbagen.2021.130066. Epub 2021 Dec 9. |
| 33130077 | Background | Hazafa A, Batool A, Ahmad S, Amjad M, Chaudhry SN, Asad J, Ghuman HF, Khan HM, Naeem M, Ghani U. Humanin: A mitochondrial-derived peptide in the treatment of apoptosis-related diseases. Life Sci. 2021 Jan 1;264:118679. doi: 10.1016/j.lfs.2020.118679. Epub 2020 Oct 29. |
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| D007676 | Kidney Failure, Chronic |
| D007674 | Kidney Diseases |
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| D051436 | Renal Insufficiency, Chronic |
| D051437 | Renal Insufficiency |
| D014570 | Urologic Diseases |
| D052776 | Female Urogenital Diseases |
| D005261 | Female Urogenital Diseases and Pregnancy Complications |
| D000091642 | Urogenital Diseases |
| D052801 | Male Urogenital Diseases |
| D002908 | Chronic Disease |
| D020969 | Disease Attributes |
| D010335 | Pathologic Processes |
| D013568 | Pathological Conditions, Signs and Symptoms |
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| D002045 | Bupivacaine |
| D009020 | Morphine |
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| D000813 | Anilides |
| D000577 | Amides |
| D009930 | Organic Chemicals |
| D000814 | Aniline Compounds |
| D000588 | Amines |
| D009022 | Morphine Derivatives |
| D009019 | Morphinans |
| D053610 | Opiate Alkaloids |
| D000470 | Alkaloids |
| D006571 | Heterocyclic Compounds |
| D006572 | Heterocyclic Compounds, Bridged-Ring |
| D006576 | Heterocyclic Compounds, 4 or More Rings |
| D000072471 | Heterocyclic Compounds, Fused-Ring |
| D010616 | Phenanthrenes |
| D011084 | Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons |
| D011083 | Polycyclic Compounds |
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