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ArticleInflammation research : official journal of the European Histamine Research Society ... [et al.]2026

Eosinophil cationic protein-driven type 2 inflammation impairs olfactory function in a murine model.

Zhong Zheng, Liufeiyan Fan, Haofei Bai, Silyu Jing, Chunyang Zhang, Yubin Lai, Min Xu, Jian Wang, Tao Xue, Dingjun Zha and 1 more

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Zhong Zheng *Department of Otolaryngology, Xijing Hospital, The Air Force Military Medical University, Xi'an, Shaanxi, China.
Liufeiyan Fan *Department of Otolaryngology, Xijing Hospital, The Air Force Military Medical University, Xi'an, Shaanxi, China.
Haofei BaiDepartment of Otolaryngology, Xijing Hospital, The Air Force Military Medical University, Xi'an, Shaanxi, China.
Silyu JingDepartment of Otolaryngology, Xijing Hospital, The Air Force Military Medical University, Xi'an, Shaanxi, China.
Chunyang ZhangDepartment of Otolaryngology, Xijing Hospital, The Air Force Military Medical University, Xi'an, Shaanxi, China.
Yubin LaiDepartment of Otolaryngology, Xijing Hospital, The Air Force Military Medical University, Xi'an, Shaanxi, China.
Min XuDepartment of Otolaryngology, Xijing Hospital, The Air Force Military Medical University, Xi'an, Shaanxi, China.
Jian WangDepartment of Otolaryngology, Xijing Hospital, The Air Force Military Medical University, Xi'an, Shaanxi, China.
Tao XueDepartment of Otolaryngology, Xijing Hospital, The Air Force Military Medical University, Xi'an, Shaanxi, China.
Dingjun ZhaDepartment of Otolaryngology, Xijing Hospital, The Air Force Military Medical University, Xi'an, Shaanxi, China. zhadjun@fmmu.edu.cn.
Fuquan ChenDepartment of Otolaryngology, Xijing Hospital, The Air Force Military Medical University, Xi'an, Shaanxi, China. chenfq@fmmu.edu.cn.

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2024 Medical Staff Assistance Project of Xijing Hospital XJZT24CY08Clinical Research Program of the Air Force Medical University 2025LC2519National Natural Science Foundation of China 82401353
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designEosinophilic chronic rhinosinusitis (ECRS) is characterized by the infiltration of eosinophils and is frequently associated with olfactory dysfunction (OD). The underlying mechanisms of OD related to ECRS remain poorly understood. This study aims to develop a murine model of eosinophil-induced OD (EIOD) within a brief timeframe by administering eosinophil cationic protein (ECP) intranasally. The efficacy of the model was assessed through a series of behavioral, morphological, and molecular biology experiments.

methodsMale mice received intranasal ECP for durations of 10 and 20 days to induce EIOD. The established mouse model was subsequently subjected to olfactory behavior assessments, histological examinations, cytokine analysis of nasal lavage fluid, and gene expression profiling to confirm its validity.

resultsBehavioral assessments conducted on the mice substantiated the presence of OD and revealed a thinning of the olfactory epithelial mucosa, accompanied by a reduction in the number of olfactory sensory neurons. Concurrently, an increase in type 2 inflammatory cytokines was detected in the nasal lavage fluid. Upon cessation of ECP administration, both olfactory function and the olfactory mucosa exhibited signs of recovery. Furthermore, RNA sequencing analysis revealed alterations in certain inflammatory immune pathways.

conclusionThis study effectively established and validated an EIOD murine model, thereby offering valuable tools for investigating the pathogenesis and potential therapeutic interventions for this disease.

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Eosinophil Cationic ProteinOlfaction DisordersRhinosinusitisAnimalsCytokinesDisease Models, AnimalEosinophilsInflammationMaleMiceMice, Inbred C57BLNasal Lavage FluidOlfactory MucosaCytokinesEosinophil Cationic ProteinEosinophil cationic proteinEosinophilic chronic rhinosinusitisMurine modelOlfactory dysfunction

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PMCPMC13337625

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