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ReviewJournal of translational medicine2025

Research progress on the mechanisms of cGAS-STING signaling in immune cell infiltration associated with vascular remodeling.

Xiaoyu Zhang, Liming Cheng, Xuejuan Ma, Kaiyang Ma, Jiahui Xie, Wenting Gui, Jiaxiang Chen, Kai Liu, Runwei Ma

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Xiaoyu Zhang *Department of Cardiac Surgery, Fuwai Yunnan Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical sciences/Affiliated Cardiovascular Hospital of Kunming Medical University, Kunming, Yunnan Province, China.
Liming Cheng *Department of Anesthesiology and Surgical Intensive Care Unit, Kunming Children's Hospital, Kunming, Yunnan Province, China.
Xuejuan MaDepartment of Ultrasonography, The First Affiliated Hospital of Kunming Medical University, Kunming, Yunnan, China.
Kaiyang MaExperimental Middle School Attached to Yunnan Normal University, Kunming, Yunnan Province, China.
Jiahui XieDepartment of Cardiac Surgery, Fuwai Yunnan Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical sciences/Affiliated Cardiovascular Hospital of Kunming Medical University, Kunming, Yunnan Province, China.
Wenting GuiDepartment of Cardiac Surgery, Fuwai Yunnan Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical sciences/Affiliated Cardiovascular Hospital of Kunming Medical University, Kunming, Yunnan Province, China.
Jiaxiang ChenDepartment of Cardiac Surgery, Fuwai Yunnan Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical sciences/Affiliated Cardiovascular Hospital of Kunming Medical University, Kunming, Yunnan Province, China.
Kai LiuDepartment of Comprehensive Pediatrics, Kunming Children's Hospital, Kunming, Yunnan Province, China. ynkmlk@foxmail.com.
Runwei MaDepartment of Cardiac Surgery, Fuwai Yunnan Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical sciences/Affiliated Cardiovascular Hospital of Kunming Medical University, Kunming, Yunnan Province, China. marw0102@163.com.ORCID http://orcid.org/0000-0002-9462-7853

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

backgroundVascular remodeling is a hallmark of various cardiovascular diseases and is increasingly recognized as an immune-mediated process. Recent evidence has identified the cyclic GMP-AMP synthase (cGAS)-stimulator of interferon genes (STING) signaling pathway as a critical mediator linking cytosolic DNA sensing to innate immune activation. Beyond its classical role in host defense against pathogens, the cGAS-STING pathway plays a pivotal role in regulating the recruitment, activation, and functional polarization of diverse immune cell populations, including macrophages, neutrophils, T cells, B cells, dendritic cells, and eosinophils, thereby contributing to vascular inflammation and pathological remodeling. MAIN TEXT: This review summarizes recent advances in understanding how cGAS-STING signaling governs immune cell infiltration and intercellular communication that underlie vascular remodeling. We also explore the direct effects of cGAS-STING activation on vascular endothelial and smooth muscle cells, and its crosstalk with other key signaling pathways such as Toll-like receptors (TLRs), Hippo-YAP, and bone morphogenetic proteins (BMPs). In addition, we discuss current and emerging therapeutic strategies targeting this pathway, including small-molecule inhibitors and combination therapies utilizing nano-delivery systems.

conclusionsBy highlighting the role of immune cell infiltration as a novel therapeutic axis, this review provides new perspectives for the modulation of vascular remodeling and the treatment of cardiovascular diseases. These insights may inform future research on pathway-specific interventions and the development of personalized therapeutic approaches.

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Membrane ProteinsNucleotidyltransferasesSignal TransductionVascular RemodelingAnimalscGAS-STING Signaling PathwayCyclic Guanosine Monophosphate-Adenosine Monophosphate SynthaseHumansSTING ProteincGAS protein, humanCyclic Guanosine Monophosphate-Adenosine Monophosphate SynthaseMembrane ProteinsNucleotidyltransferasesSTING1 protein, humanSTING ProteincGAS-STING signalingImmune cell infiltrationInflammationInnate immunityTherapeutic targetingVascular remodeling

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