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The interplay of senescence and MMPs in myocardial infarction: implications for cardiac aging and therapeutics.

Authors :
Balaraman AK
Altamimi ASA
Babu MA
Goyal K
PadmaPriya G
Bansal P
Rajotiya S
Kumar MR
Rajput P
Imran M
Gupta G
Thangavelu L
Source :
Biogerontology [Biogerontology] 2025 Jan 20; Vol. 26 (1), pp. 46. Date of Electronic Publication: 2025 Jan 20.
Publication Year :
2025

Abstract

Aging is associated with a marked increase in cardiovascular diseases, such as myocardial infarction (MI). Cellular senescence is also a crucial factor in the development of age-related MI. Matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs) interaction with cellular senescence is a critical determinant of MI development and outcomes, most notably in the aged heart. After experiencing a heart attack, senescent cells exhibit a Senescence-Associated Secretory Phenotype (SASP) and are involved in tissue regeneration and chronic inflammation. MMPs are necessary for extracellular matrix proteolysis and have a biphasic effect, promoting early heart healing and detrimental change if overexpressed shortly. This review analyses the complex connection between senescence and MMPs in MI and how it influences elderly cardiac performance. Critical findings suggest that increasing cellular senescence in aged hearts elevates MMP activity and aggravates extended ventricular remodeling and dysfunction. Additionally, we explore potential therapeutics that address MMPs and senescence to enhance old MI patient myocardial performance and regeneration.<br />Competing Interests: Declarations. Conflict of interest: The authors declare no competing interests.<br /> (© 2025. The Author(s), under exclusive licence to Springer Nature B.V.)

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
1573-6768
Volume :
26
Issue :
1
Database :
MEDLINE
Journal :
Biogerontology
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
39832057
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1007/s10522-025-10190-6