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Abstract

Background

Diabetic wounds are major clinical challenges, often complicated by oxidative stress and free radical generation. Hydrogen (H), a selective antioxidant, offers potential as a therapeutic agent for chronic diabetic wounds. However, its precise mechanisms remain underexplored.

Objective

This study aimed to investigate the protective effects of H on high glucose-induced oxidative damage and apoptosis in human skin cells.

Methods

HaCaT keratinocytes and HSF fibroblasts were treated with high glucose or AGEs. Cell viability, oxidative stress markers, inflammatory cytokines, and apoptosis were analyzed. AGEs/RAGE/NF-κB signaling was evaluated via Western blot.

Results

H treatment significantly reduced ROS, MDA, IL-1β, and TNF-α levels, while enhancing SOD and GSH activity. It also inhibited AGEs/RAGE/NF-κB signaling and apoptosis.

Conclusion

Hydrogen therapy protects against oxidative stress and inflammation induced by high glucose or AGEs, offering potential as an adjunctive treatment for diabetic wound healing.

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Protective Effects of Hydrogen Treatment Against High Glucose-Induced Oxidative Stress and Apoptosis via Inhibition of the AGEs/RAGE/NF-κB Signaling Pathway in Skin Cells
Endocr Metab Immune Disord Drug Targets 25, 1177 (2025); https://doi.org/10.2174/0118715303369584241231141001
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Keyword(s): advanced glycation end products; Diabetes; hydrogen; metabolic disorder; oxidative stress; receptor for advanced glycation end products

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