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SynthesisInternational journal of molecular sciences2025

Role of 11β-Hydroxysteroid Dehydrogenase and Mineralocorticoid Receptor on Alzheimer's Disease Onset: A Systematic Review.

Mariangela Di Vincenzo, Pamela Pellegrino, Genny Schiappa, Anna Campanati, Valerio Del Vescovo, Silvia Piccirillo, Patrizia Ambrogini, Giorgio Arnaldi, Monia Orciani

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Synthesis in International journal of molecular sciences, 2025. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 4 papers.

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1 · What the graph read from it

What it found

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2 · The registry

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3 · Its place in the literature

Who cites it

4 citing papers in PubMed.

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4 · The record

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5 · Who and what money

Authors and funding

9 authors.

Mariangela Di VincenzoDepartment of Clinical and Molecular Sciences-Histology, Università Politecnica delle Marche, 60126 Ancona, Italy.
Pamela PellegrinoDepartment of Clinical and Molecular Sciences-Histology, Università Politecnica delle Marche, 60126 Ancona, Italy.
Genny SchiappaDepartment of Clinical and Molecular Sciences-Histology, Università Politecnica delle Marche, 60126 Ancona, Italy.
Anna CampanatiDepartment of Clinical and Molecular Sciences-Dermatological Clinic, Università Politecnica delle Marche, 60126 Ancona, Italy.
Valerio Del VescovoDepartment of Clinical and Molecular Sciences-Histology, Università Politecnica delle Marche, 60126 Ancona, Italy.
Silvia PiccirilloDepartment of Biomedical Sciences and Public Health-Pharmacology, Università Politecnica delle Marche, 60126 Ancona, Italy.ORCID 0009-0004-7608-5589
Patrizia AmbroginiDepartment of Biomolecular Sciences, University of Urbino Carlo Bo, 61029 Urbino, Italy.ORCID 0000-0002-3195-0725
Giorgio ArnaldiDepartment of Health Promotion, Mother and Child Care, Internal Medicine and Medical Specialties (ProMISE) "G. D'Alessandro", University of Palermo, 90127 Palermo, Italy.
Monia OrcianiDepartment of Clinical and Molecular Sciences-Histology, Università Politecnica delle Marche, 60126 Ancona, Italy.ORCID 0000-0003-4503-3693

Funding

Ministero dell'Istruzione, dell'Università e della Ricerca 2022XF7XZF
6 · The paper itself

Abstract

The role of 11β-HSD1 in Alzheimer's disease (AD) has garnered significant attention due to its involvement in glucocorticoid metabolism, neuroinflammation, and cognitive decline. This review explores the current understanding of 11β-HSD1 in AD, examining genetic, preclinical, and clinical research. Genetic studies have identified 11β-HSD1 polymorphisms that may influence AD risk, although findings remain inconsistent. Mechanistically, 11β-HSD1 promotes neurodegeneration through the dysregulation of glucocorticoid activity, contributing to hippocampal atrophy, amyloid plaque formation, and tau pathology. Preclinical studies have shown that 11β-HSD1 inhibitors offer neuroprotective effects, including enhanced cognitive function, reduced inflammation, and improved mitochondrial activity. However, clinical trials, including those involving ABT-384 and Xanamem, have produced mixed results, with no substantial cognitive improvements despite effective enzyme inhibition. These inconsistencies highlight the complexity of AD and the challenges in translating preclinical findings into clinical outcomes. Moreover, while 11β-HSD1 inhibition holds therapeutic potential, other strategies targeting neuroinflammation, autophagy, and glucocorticoid signaling are also being explored. Ongoing research is focusing on optimizing 11β-HSD1 inhibitors, identifying biomarkers for patient selection, and investigating combination therapies to enhance treatment efficacy. Ultimately, 11β-HSD1's role in AD presents a promising therapeutic target, but further studies are required to fully understand its potential in managing the disease.

Indexed as

11-beta-Hydroxysteroid Dehydrogenase Type 1Alzheimer DiseaseReceptors, MineralocorticoidAnimalsGlucocorticoidsHumans11-beta-Hydroxysteroid Dehydrogenase Type 1GlucocorticoidsReceptors, MineralocorticoidAlzheimer’s diseaseandrogen receptorcortisol

Identifiers

PMID39941125
PMCPMC11818399

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