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ReviewMolecular neurobiology2025

The Role of Non-coding RNAs in Diabetic Retinopathy: Mechanistic Insights and Therapeutic Potential.

Zhuan Zuo, Ni Li, Qian Zhang, Qin Liu, Huan Qin, Kai Yao

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Review in Molecular neurobiology, 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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Zhuan Zuo *Institute of Visual Neuroscience and Stem Cell Engineering, Wuhan University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430065, China.
Ni Li *Institute of Visual Neuroscience and Stem Cell Engineering, Wuhan University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430065, China.
Qian ZhangInstitute of Visual Neuroscience and Stem Cell Engineering, Wuhan University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430065, China.
Qin LiuInstitute of Visual Neuroscience and Stem Cell Engineering, Wuhan University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430065, China.
Huan QinInstitute of Visual Neuroscience and Stem Cell Engineering, Wuhan University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430065, China. qhainne2021@outlook.com.
Kai YaoInstitute of Visual Neuroscience and Stem Cell Engineering, Wuhan University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430065, China. kyao21@outlook.com.

Funding

National Key Research and Development Program of China 2024YFA1108701National Natural Science Foundation of China 82471107Natural Science Foundation of Hubei Province 2020CFA069Natural Science Foundation of Hubei Province JCZRQN202500117Wuhan University of Science and Technology 1180002
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Abstract

Diabetic retinopathy (DR) is the most common ocular complication in diabetic patients, accounting for a significant proportion of diabetes-related eye diseases. Approximately one-third of diabetic patients worldwide are affected by DR. Microvascular diseases, which can lead to severe visual impairment or even blindness, pose a significant threat to the quality of life and visual function of patients. However, the underlying cellular mechanisms of DR remain unclear. Recent studies have discovered that, apart from traditional pathological mechanisms, epigenetic mechanisms may alter key biological processes through gene expression dysregulation, thereby promoting the onset and progression of DR. Non-coding RNAs (ncRNAs), including microRNAs (miRNAs), long non-coding RNAs (lncRNAs), and circular RNAs (circRNAs), play crucial roles in gene regulation and disease pathways. Taking this into account, exploring innovative therapies and developing effective management strategies is crucial. This review focuses on the latest research on ncRNAs in DR, emphasizing their regulatory functions in cell proliferation, apoptosis, and inflammatory responses, and discusses the potential mechanisms by which ncRNAs accelerate disease progression. Additionally, the article highlights the potential role of exosome-associated ncRNAs in DR, proposing their use as early diagnostic markers and targeted therapeutic tools. By integrating current research, this review aims to provide guidance for future studies and promote the advancement of precision diagnostics and therapeutic efficacy in DR.

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Diabetic RetinopathyRNA, UntranslatedAnimalsHumansRNA, CircularRNA, CircularRNA, UntranslatedCircRNADiabetic retinopathyExosomeLncRNAsMiRNAsNon-coding RNA

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