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Medicines, Volume 13, Issue 1

2026 March - 10 articles

Cover Story: Renal cell carcinoma (RCC) depends strongly on extracellular matrix (ECM) remodeling, a process essential for both tissue homeostasis and tumor progression. This review outlines the roles of matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs), zinc dependent enzymes involved in ECM degradation and reorganization, in the development of RCC. It highlights MMP2, MMP7, and MMP9 in clear cell renal cell carcinoma (ccRCC) and other major subtypes. Increased levels of these MMPs are linked to higher tumor grade, greater metastatic risk, and reduced patient survival, underscoring their potential as prognostic markers. The article also describes how ECM alterations in the tumor microenvironment promote cancer growth. These findings indicate that MMPs and ECM remodeling may offer valuable targets for improving RCC diagnosis and therapy. View this paper
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Articles (10)

  • Review
  • Open Access
2,242 Views
13 Pages

Glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1 RAs) have been shown to reduce morbidity and mortality associated with type II diabetes mellitus, and/or obesity, and/or cardiovascular disease in multiple clinical trials. Their efficacy in reversing...

  • Review
  • Open Access
1 Citations
2,326 Views
16 Pages

Advances in Extracellular Matrix Metalloproteinases: Implications for Renal Cell Carcinoma Pathophysiology, Diagnostics, and Therapeutics

  • Evangelia Krikou,
  • Ioanna A. Anastasiou,
  • Panagiotis Sarantis,
  • Hariklia Gakiopoulou and ,
  • Irini Theochari,
  • Dimitra Grigoriadou,
  • Andreas C. Lazaris and
  • Eleftheria Lakiotaki
  • + 3 authors+ 0 author

Renal cell carcinoma (RCC) is a common tumor that heavily depends on extracellular matrix (ECM) remodeling, an essential process involved not only in normal tissue homeostasis but also in malignant growth. This article reviews the role of matrix meta...

(This article belongs to the Section Cancer Biology and Anticancer Therapeutics)
  • Article
  • Open Access
1,973 Views
21 Pages

Sulforaphane Pre-Treatment Improves Alveolar Macrophage Killing After Alcohol-Induced Phagocytic Dysfunction In Vitro and in Galleria mellonella Larvae

  • Caleb Harrop,
  • Nathan Clark,
  • Robert Darby,
  • Dallen James and ,
  • Scott Quimby,
  • Braydon Black,
  • Vincent Tran,
  • Ethan Ostrom,
  • Tinna Traustadóttir and
  • Victor M. Jimenez
  • + 6 authors+ 1 author

19 February 2026

Background: Alcohol is associated with increased mortality and morbidity globally. Pulmonary infections with opportunistic pathogens can occur in healthy humans; however, binge alcohol intoxication (≥0.08% BAC) is a major risk factor. We have prev...

(This article belongs to the Topic New Compounds Discovery and Development in Medicine — Advances in Research on Potential Therapeutic Agents and Drug Candidates, 2nd Edition)
  • Systematic Review
  • Open Access
2 Citations
2,582 Views
18 Pages

Pharmacotherapy for Alcohol Craving Reduction: Efficacy of Short-Term Treatments in Alcohol Use Disorder

  • Matheus Cheibub David Marin,
  • Maria Olivia Pozzolo Pedro,
  • Giuliana Perrotte and
  • João Mauricio Castaldelli-Maia

14 February 2026

Background: Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD) is a major contributor to global morbidity, mortality, and socioeconomic burden. Cravings, defined as intense urges to consume alcohol, play a central role in relapse and are recognized as a diagnostic criterion...

  • Review
  • Open Access
3 Citations
4,304 Views
15 Pages

Acyclovir is an antiviral drug effective against infections caused by herpes simplex and varicella zoster viruses. It is given intravenously to treat serious infections such as herpes encephalitis. High acyclovir concentrations could cause toxicity,...

  • Article
  • Open Access
1 Citations
1,210 Views
10 Pages

Significant Impact of Previous Major Cardiovascular Events (MACEs) and Viremia on Risk of New MACEs in People Living with HIV on Antiretroviral Therapy

  • Caterina Candela,
  • Alessia Siribelli,
  • Tommaso Clemente,
  • Riccardo Lolatto and ,
  • Michele Bellomo,
  • Vincenzo Stabile,
  • Hamid Hasson,
  • Vincenzo Spagnuolo,
  • Antonella Castagna and
  • Camilla Muccini
  • + 6 authors+ 1 author

Background: Major cardiovascular events (MACEs) in people with HIV (PWH) may be partly related to antiretroviral therapy (ART) and persistent inflammation. The aim of the study was to evaluate the association between targeted variables and MACEs. Met...

  • Systematic Review
  • Open Access
3 Citations
3,418 Views
15 Pages

Anticonvulsant Therapy in Trigeminal Neuralgia: A Class-Oriented Systematic Review

  • Miguel Pinto Moreira,
  • Bruno Daniel Carneiro,
  • Carlos Silva Faria,
  • Daniel Humberto Pozza and
  • Sara Fonseca

Background/Objectives: Trigeminal Neuralgia (TN) is a chronic neuropathic condition characterized by sudden, severe facial pain. Anticonvulsants are the cornerstone of pharmacological management, yet comparative evidence based on pharmacological clas...

(This article belongs to the Section Neurology and Neurologic Diseases)
  • Perspective
  • Open Access
2 Citations
2,151 Views
17 Pages

Natural products have an invaluable therapeutic effect on human health. Natural antioxidants, including beta-carotene, turmeric, and polyphenols, are recognised for their health benefits but face significant barriers related to insufficient solubilit...

  • Review
  • Open Access
2 Citations
5,673 Views
12 Pages

22 December 2025

Symptomatic male hypogonadism, defined by low serum testosterone with associated clinical symptoms, is increasingly treated with testosterone replacement therapy. Traditional oral formulations were limited by hepatotoxicity and poor bioavailability,...

(This article belongs to the Topic New Compounds Discovery and Development in Medicine — Advances in Research on Potential Therapeutic Agents and Drug Candidates, 2nd Edition)
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Medicines - ISSN 2305-6320