Lactylation modifications in urological diseases: molecular mechanisms and biological implications
Abstract Urological disorders encompass a broad spectrum of medical conditions that affect the kidneys, ureters, bladder, and urethra. Among these, urinary tract infections, kidney stones, renal dysfunction, and urological malignancies are commonly observed, each exhibiting distinct pathophysiologic...
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| description | Abstract Urological disorders encompass a broad spectrum of medical conditions that affect the kidneys, ureters, bladder, and urethra. Among these, urinary tract infections, kidney stones, renal dysfunction, and urological malignancies are commonly observed, each exhibiting distinct pathophysiological mechanisms. Due to their diverse etiologies and heterogeneous nature, strategies for prevention and treatment must be tailored to the specific characteristics of each disease. Lactylation, a recently recognized post-translational modification, arises from excessive lactate accumulation. This biochemical alteration occurs in histones, where it influences gene transcription, and in non-histone proteins, where it modulates their functional properties. Recent research indicates that lactylation significantly contributes to the development of various urological diseases by affecting key biological processes such as inflammation, angiogenesis, lipid metabolism, and fibrosis. Given its involvement in these pathological pathways, precise regulation of lactylation presents a promising avenue for both prognostic evaluation and therapeutic intervention in urological disorders. This review offers a thorough examination of lactylation, exploring its biological functions and mechanistic roles in urological diseases. In particular, it underscores the impact of lactylation on disease initiation and progression while providing novel insights into its therapeutic and preventive potential. By clarifying the role of lactylation in urological pathology, this analysis aims to support future scientific inquiries and clinical advancements in this expanding field. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-8a0b50fbc9c84cd48b07441e0a8fab3c2025-08-20T03:43:03ZengBMCClinical Epigenetics1868-70832025-08-0117111410.1186/s13148-025-01947-4Lactylation modifications in urological diseases: molecular mechanisms and biological implicationsSongyuan Yang0Zehua Ye1Sheng Zhao2Fan Cheng3Department of Urology, Renmin Hospital of Wuhan UniversityDepartment of Urology, Renmin Hospital of Wuhan UniversityDepartment of Urology, Renmin Hospital of Wuhan UniversityDepartment of Urology, Renmin Hospital of Wuhan UniversityAbstract Urological disorders encompass a broad spectrum of medical conditions that affect the kidneys, ureters, bladder, and urethra. Among these, urinary tract infections, kidney stones, renal dysfunction, and urological malignancies are commonly observed, each exhibiting distinct pathophysiological mechanisms. Due to their diverse etiologies and heterogeneous nature, strategies for prevention and treatment must be tailored to the specific characteristics of each disease. Lactylation, a recently recognized post-translational modification, arises from excessive lactate accumulation. This biochemical alteration occurs in histones, where it influences gene transcription, and in non-histone proteins, where it modulates their functional properties. Recent research indicates that lactylation significantly contributes to the development of various urological diseases by affecting key biological processes such as inflammation, angiogenesis, lipid metabolism, and fibrosis. Given its involvement in these pathological pathways, precise regulation of lactylation presents a promising avenue for both prognostic evaluation and therapeutic intervention in urological disorders. This review offers a thorough examination of lactylation, exploring its biological functions and mechanistic roles in urological diseases. In particular, it underscores the impact of lactylation on disease initiation and progression while providing novel insights into its therapeutic and preventive potential. By clarifying the role of lactylation in urological pathology, this analysis aims to support future scientific inquiries and clinical advancements in this expanding field.https://doi.org/10.1186/s13148-025-01947-4Urological disordersLactylationMalignanciesRenal dysfunctionFibrosisEpigenetics |
| spellingShingle | Songyuan Yang Zehua Ye Sheng Zhao Fan Cheng Lactylation modifications in urological diseases: molecular mechanisms and biological implications Clinical Epigenetics Urological disorders Lactylation Malignancies Renal dysfunction Fibrosis Epigenetics |
| title | Lactylation modifications in urological diseases: molecular mechanisms and biological implications |
| title_full | Lactylation modifications in urological diseases: molecular mechanisms and biological implications |
| title_fullStr | Lactylation modifications in urological diseases: molecular mechanisms and biological implications |
| title_full_unstemmed | Lactylation modifications in urological diseases: molecular mechanisms and biological implications |
| title_short | Lactylation modifications in urological diseases: molecular mechanisms and biological implications |
| title_sort | lactylation modifications in urological diseases molecular mechanisms and biological implications |
| topic | Urological disorders Lactylation Malignancies Renal dysfunction Fibrosis Epigenetics |
| url | https://doi.org/10.1186/s13148-025-01947-4 |
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