Iron-dependent ferroptosis in cardiac microvascular endothelial cells: a key link between dysregulated iron homeostasis and microcirculatory injury during myocardial ischemia-reperfusion - Scorecard - MDSpire

Iron-dependent ferroptosis in cardiac microvascular endothelial cells: a key link between dysregulated iron homeostasis and microcirculatory injury during myocardial ischemia-reperfusion

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  • Xiaoya Li

  • Qingbo Shi

  • Zhiqiang Wang

  • Zhiwen Zhang

  • Muwei Li

  • May 7, 2026

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Clinical Scorecard: Ferroptosis Driven by Iron in Cardiac Microvascular Endothelial Cells: A Critical Connection Between Altered Iron Regulation and Microcirculatory Damage in Myocardial Ischemia-Reperfusion

At a Glance

CategoryDetail
Condition
Key Mechanisms
Target PopulationPatients undergoing reperfusion therapy for acute myocardial infarction or cardiac surgery, specifically those at risk for myocardial ischemia-reperfusion injury.
Care Setting

Key Highlights

  • Add a highlight: 'Reactive oxygen species (ROS) contribute to exacerbating injury during reperfusion.'

Guideline-Based Recommendations

Diagnosis

    Management

      Monitoring & Follow-up

      • Monitor for signs of microvascular obstruction and assess endothelial function post-reperfusion, including specific parameters like capillary refill time and perfusion index.

      Risks

        Patient & Prescribing Data

        Patients with acute myocardial infarction or undergoing cardiac surgery.

        Emerging therapies targeting CMEC ferroptosis may improve microvascular reperfusion outcomes.

        Clinical Best Practices

        • Add: 'Implement early intervention strategies to prevent ferroptosis in CMECs.'

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