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Article Protective Effects of Panax Ginseng against Bisphenol A-Induced Testicular Toxicity in Rats(Springer Nature, 2026) Cesur, Yasemin; Cam, Kamil; Pazarbasi, Seren Ede; Dorucu, Dogancan; Sener, Goksel; Abas, Burcin Irem; Cevik, OzgeBisphenol A (BPA) is an endocrine-disrupting chemical known to cause testicular toxicity through oxidative stress and apoptosis. Panax ginseng (PG) is a natural product with anti-inflammatory effects. This study aimed to evaluate the protective effect of PG against BPA-induced testicular damage in rats. Thirty-two Wistar Albino rats aged 10-12 weeks were divided into four groups: Control, PG, BPA, and BPA + PG. BPA (50 mg/kg/day) and PG (100 mg/kg/day) were orally administered for 6 weeks. BPA significantly increased serum total oxidant status and decreased antioxidant status (p < 0.001, p < 0.001). Also, the levels of superoxide dismutase (an antioxidant enzyme) (p = 0.0005) and androgen receptor-mRNA (an androgen signaling marker) decreased (p = 0.014). However, caspase 3 (an apoptosis marker) (p = 0.0067), 8-hydroxy-2'-deoxyguanosine (a marker of oxidative DNA damage) (p < 0.001), and tumor necrosis factor-alpha (a proinflammatory cytokine) (p < 0.001) levels increased in testicular tissues. Rats treated with PG showed improvements in all oxidative and inflammatory markers and significantly restored androgen receptor expression. Histopathological examination revealed degeneration in seminiferous tubules and reduced spermatozoa in the BPA group, while the BPA + PG group showed marked improvement. These findings suggest that PG may alleviate oxidative stress-related testicular damage at both molecular and histological levels and may offer insights for future clinical studies.Article Montelukast Attenuates Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm in Rats: Anti-Inflammatory and Antioxidant Effects(Elsevier, 2026) Tekin, Gozde; Cevik, Ozge; Cetinel, Sule; Sener, Goksel; Kizilay, MehmetObjective: Oxidative stress and inflammation are widely recognized as central mechanisms in the pathogenesis of abdominal aortic aneurysm. This study sought to examine the potential protective properties of montelukast in a rat model of aortic aneurysm. Methods: Male Sprague-Dawley rats were randomly allocated into three experimental groups. Abdominal aortic aneurysm was induced using the calcium chloride (CaCl2) model, in which gauze soaked in 0.5 M CaCl2 was placed directly onto the adventitial surface of the infrarenal abdominal aorta for 15 minutes. After induction, the treatment group received daily intraperitoneal injections of montelukast (10 mg/kg) for 4 consecutive weeks. At the study end point, animals were euthanized, and infrarenal aortic tissues were harvested for biochemical and histological evaluations. Measured parameters included matrix metalloproteinase (MMP)-2 and MMP-9 expression, myeloperoxidase (MPO) activity, and 8-hydroxy-2 '-deoxyguanosine levels. Antioxidant capacity was assessed through superoxide dismutase (SOD) activity assays. Histopathological examinations were performed, and statistical analysis was conducted using GraphPad Prism v.5. Results: Exposure to CaCl2 triggered pronounced oxidative injury and inflammation, as evidenced by elevated 8-hydroxy-2 '-deoxyguanosine levels, increased MPO activity, reduced SOD activity, and upregulated MMP-2 and MMP-9 expression. Montelukast administration markedly attenuated these changes, normalizing oxidative and inflammatory markers while improving histopathological architecture. Conclusions: Montelukast effectively counteracted CaCl2-induced aortic damage. The protective effects of montelukast appear to be mediated through suppression of MMP activity, restoration of SOD levels, and reduction of MPO-driven oxidative injury. By mitigating both inflammatory and oxidative mechanisms, montelukast contributes to the preservation of aortic wall structure. Clinical Relevance: Abdominal aortic aneurysm remains a major vascular disorder without an effective pharmacological therapy to slow its progression. In this experimental study, montelukast, a leukotriene receptor antagonist widely used in asthma, attenuated abdominal aortic aneurysm formation in rats and was associated with increased superoxide dismutase activity, reduced myeloperoxidase levels, and suppressed matrix metalloproteinase activation. These combined antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and matrix-stabilizing effects preserved aortic wall integrity. Given montelukast's established safety and clinical availability, these findings support its potential for future clinical investigation as a pharmacological approach to limit aneurysm progression. (JVS-Vascular Science 2026;7:100405.)Article Protective Effects of Cuscuta Sp. Against Cardiorenal Injury in Bile Duct-Ligated Rats(Istanbul Univ, 2025) Hatipoglu, Bilge Nur; Ozbeyli, Dilek; Sen, Ali; Cevik, Ozge; Ercan, Feriha; Albayrak, Omercan; Sener, GokselObjective: Bile duct ligation (BDL) obstructs bile flow, resulting in bile and toxic substances buildup that causes liver damage. This study investigated the protective effects of Cuscuta sp. methanol extract (CUS) against cardiorenal injury in bile duct-ligated rats. Materials and Methods: Rats were categorised into four groups: Control (C), CUS, BDL, and BDL+CUS. The C and BDL groups received saline, whereas the other groups received oral 250 mg/kg CUS. After 28 days, blood, kidney, and heart tissue samples were collected for biochemical and histological analyses. Serum aspartate aminotransferase (AST), alanine aminotransferase (ALT), direct bilirubin (DB), and total bilirubin (TB) levels were analysed to determine liver function, while Transforming growth factor-beta (TGF-beta) and hydroxyproline (HYP) levels were evaluated for fibrosis, and 8-hydroxy-2-deoxyguanosine (8-OHdG) levels alongside Na+/K+-ATPase activity were analysed to assess oxidative stress and membrane injury in the heart and renal tissues. Results: AST, ALT, DB, and TB levels were significantly elevated in the BDL group compared with the C group; however, the levels were distinctly lower in the BDL+CUS group than in the BDL group. Additionally, in both tissues, TGF-beta, HYP, and 8-OHdG levels were higher in the BDL group than in the C group, but decreased in the BDL+CUS group, with Na+/K+-ATPase activity being lower in BDL group compared with the C group and significantly increased in BDL+CUS group. Conclusion: CUS has protective effects against oxidative damage and offers antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits against cholestasis-induced tissue injury.Article Dodder (Cuscuta sp.) Extract Prevents Cognitive Deficits in a Rat Model of Hepatic Encephalopathy(Kare Publ, 2024) Cevik, Ozge; Sen, Ali; Şener, Göksel; Ercan, Feriha; Doğan, Ahmet; Özbeyli, Dilek; Hatipoğlu, Bilge Nur; Albayrak, Omercan; Koyuncuoglu, TurkanOBJECTIVE: In our study, the protective effect of dodder plant extract against encephalopathy induced by cholestatic liver disease model was investigated. METHODS: Spraque Dawley rats were used in the study. For the cholestatic liver disease model, the bile duct ligation (BDL) was applied. The groups were determined as control, Cuscuta sp. (CUS), BDL and BDL + CUS. Double ligation was performed in the bile duct in the BDL groups. For the applications, saline (SF) was administered to the control and BDL groups for 28 days while 250 mg/ kg of Cuscuta sp. extract was given by oral gavage to the CUS and BDL + CUS groups. At the end of the experiment, cognitive eval- uations were made by applying new object recognition and Morris water maze tests. After these tests, blood-brain barrier (BBB) measurements were made in half of the groups. In the other half of the groups, brain tissue samples were taken by decapitation and transforming growth factor-beta (TGF-β), 8-hydroxydeoxyguanosine (8-OHdG) and sodium-potassium adenosine triphospha- tase (Na+/K+-ATPase) measurements were made in the tissues. Histological examinations of the tissues were also performed. RESULTS: Cognitive performance was low, and BBB permeability was found to be increased in the group with bile duct liga- tion. In addition, TGF-β and 8-OHdG levels were increased in tissues, while Na+/K+-ATPase enzyme activity was suppressed. Treatment with Cuscuta sp. increased cognitive performance and decreased BBB permeability. Other biochemical parameters examined were significantly (p<0.05–0.001) reversed and supported by histological findings. CONCLUSION: Our findings in the study suggest that dodder plant may be beneficial for the protection of cognitive perfor- mance and brain tissue in encephalopathy caused by cholestasis. Keywords: Cuscuta sp.; cholestasis; encephalopathy; fibrosis.Article Citation - WoS: 2The Effect of <i>myrtus Communis</I> L. Extract on Nephrolithiasis Model in Rats(Kare Publ, 2024) Ertas, Busra; Dorucu, Dogancan; Gulerturk, Oznur; Sen, Ali; Cevik, Ozge; Cetinel, Sule; Sener, GokselOBJECTIVE: Nephrolithiasis is a common urological disease that can lead to renal failure. Oxidative stress has been shown to be a contributing factor for nephrolithiasis and many agents have been studied to prevent and treat oxidative stress-related nephrolithiasis and renal damage. Myrtus communis (MC) extract has been shown to be an important antioxidant in different animal models. In this study, MC extract was administered preventively or therapeutically to rats with kidney stones, and its effectiveness was investigated. METHODS: Wistar albino rats were divided into four groups (n=8); control (C), ethylene glycol (EG), EG+preventive MC, and EG+curative MC groups. The nephrolithiasis model was created by adding 0.75% EG to drinking water for 8 weeks. Ultimately, 24-hour urine was collected to measure calcium, citrate, and creatinine levels. After decapitation, kidney tissues were harvested for histological analyses, measurement of osteopontin and 8-hydroxydeoxyguanosine (8-OHdG) levels, and N-acetyl-beta-glucosaminidase (NAG), myeloperoxidase (MPO) and caspase-3 activities. RESULTS: In 24-hour urine samples, calcium, citrate and creatinine levels were decreased in the EG group, while oxalate levels were increased and in treatment groups these parameters returned to control levels. MPO, 8-OHdG, caspase-3 and NAG activity were significantly increased in tissue and these changes were reversed in both MC groups. Histological findings also supported the biochemical parameters. CONCLUSION: MC can reduce oxidative stress and histopathological changes in kidney tissues in rat nephrolithiasis model when used as either a preventive or therapeutic agent. If supported with further clinical trials, MC might have clinical implications in preventing oxidative renal cell injury and ultimately kidney stone formation.Article Citation - WoS: 11Citation - Scopus: 11Synthesis and Biological Evaluation of Novel Aryloxyacetic Acid Hydrazide Derivatives as Anticancer Agents(Taylor & Francis inc, 2021) Senkardes, Sevil; Erdogan, Omer; Cevik, Ozge; Kucukguzel, S. GunizIn our continuing search for new anticancer agents, herein we report the synthesis of 2-(4-chloro-3-methylphenoxy)-N'-[(aryl)methylidene]acetohydrazides 3a-j and the evaluation of their anticancer activities on cell viability, morphological changes and caspase-3 activity in cancer cell lines including gastric cancer (MKN45), cervical cancer (HeLa) and breast cancer (MDA-MB-231) cells. 2-(4-chloro-3-methylphenoxy)-N'-[(4-phenylthiophen-2-yl)methylidene] acetohydrazide 3g presented the strongest growth inhibition against MKN45 gastric cancer cell lines with the IC50 value of 1.471 +/- 0.23 mu M. Moreover, compounds 3b and 3g showed high potency against the HeLa and MDA-MB-231 cell lines having IC50 in the range of 2.38-9.72 mu M. These compounds are more selective for the tested human cancer cells than for the mouse fibroblast cell line (NIH/3T3). As a result of the studies conducted in order to understand the molecular mechanism, compounds 3b and 3g enhanced expression of the caspase-3 pro-apoptotic proteins levels besides caspase-3 gene.Article Citation - WoS: 1The Protective Effects Of<i> Momordica</I><i> Charantia</I> Fruit Extract in Methotrexate Induced Liver Damage in Rats(Galenos Publ House, 2022) Ozbeyli, Dilek; Sen, Ali; Cevik, Ozge; Erdogan, Omer; Kaya, Ozlem Tugce Cilingir; Ede, Seren; Sener, Goksel; Ede-pazarbasi, Seren; Cilingir-kaya, Ozlem TugceBACKGROUND/AIMS: Methotrexate (MTX), a cytotoxic therapeutic agent, is used for the cure of malignancies and rheumatologic disorders. However, the significant side effects of MTX limits its use. In this study, we aim to assess the hepatoprotective properties of Momordica charantia (MC) against MTX-induced liver damaged in rats.MATERIALS AND METHODS: Following one dose of MTX (20 mg/kg), the rats were given either distilled water or MC extract (300 mg/kg, po) for 5 days. After the dissection of the rats, the liver was removed to analyse tumour necrosis factor -a (TNF-a), interleukin-113 (IL-113), transforming growth factor 13 (TGF-13) and 8-hydroxy-2'-deoxy-guanosine (8-OhdG) levels and superoxide dismutase (SOD), catalase (CAT), and caspase-3 activities. The tissues were also examined histopathologically.RESULTS: The hepatic TNF-a, IL-113, TGF-13, 8-OhdG levels, and Caspase-3 activity in the MTX group were found to be significantly increased compared to the control group. However, MC extract was able to significantly decrease TNF-a, TGF-13, 8-OhdG levels, and Caspase-3 activity. Also, both the SOD and CAT activity of the MTX group decreased compared to the control group. Although only the SOD levels elevated significantly with MC treatment, the SOD and CAT activities of the MC treated group were similar to the control group. Supporting these biochemical parameters, MTX-induced histologic alterations in the liver were also ameliorated via MC treatment.CONCLUSION: Our results demonstrated that MC has a protective role against MTX-induced hepatic tissue injury by reducing apoptosis, oxidative damage, and the expression of pro-inflammatory cytokines.Article Citation - WoS: 5Citation - Scopus: 5Paricalcitol Protects Against Hydrogen Peroxide-Induced Injury in Endothelial Cells Through Suppression of Apoptosis(Frontiers Media Sa, 2023) Koksal, Muhammet Murat; Sekerler, Turgut; Cevik, Ozge; Sener, AzizeThe vascular endothelium is one of the main targets of oxidative stress which plays an important role in the pathophysiology of vascular damage. Recent studies show that vitamin D can positively regulate endothelial functions in various chronic diseases and in cases of increased oxidative stress. In our study, we investigated the restorative and protective potentials of paricalcitol which is frequently used in patients with chronic renal failure, a vitamin D analogue, in human umbilical vein endothelial cells (HUVEC) before and after H2O2-induced oxidative stress. Paricalcitol treatment after the oxidative stress induced by H2O2 increased cell viability in endothelial cells depending on the dose that was used. While paricalcitol (500 nM) decreased caspase-3 activity and mitochondrial membrane potential loss, it increased nitric oxide (NO) production and reduced glutathione (GSH) levels. Paricalcitol treatment before oxidative stress increased cell viability. It increased NO production and mitochondrial membrane potential while significantly reducing caspase-3 activity. While paricalcitol caused a significant inhibition of protein disulfide isomerase (PDI) reductase activity in healthy endothelial cells, it did not cause a significant change on the PDI reductase activity under oxidative stress conditions. Present study showed that paricalcitol has restorative and protective effects on endothelial cells against oxidative injury, but these effects occur at high concentrations of paricalcitol.