Hypoxia-inducible factor 1-alpha: a dual regulator of ferroptosis in ischemic stroke and a promising therapeutic target - Summary - MDSpire

Hypoxia-inducible factor 1-alpha: a dual regulator of ferroptosis in ischemic stroke and a promising therapeutic target

  • By

  • Qian Cui

  • Can Guo

  • Yinxiang Luo

  • Dingding Liu

  • Dong Wang

  • Zhe Wang

  • Zhiguang Xu

  • June 30, 2026

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Objective:

To review the regulatory role of HIF-1α in ferroptosis following ischemic stroke and explore its potential as a therapeutic target.

Approach:
  • Literature Review: The article reviews studies on HIF-1α's involvement in ferroptosis, focusing on its dual regulatory effects and mechanisms.
Key Findings:
  • HIF-1α regulates ferroptosis through mechanisms involving iron metabolism, lipid peroxidation, and oxidative stress, with effects influenced by the timing and severity of ischemia.
  • HIF-1α exhibits both inhibitory and promotive effects on ferroptosis.
  • Therapeutic strategies to modulate HIF-1α levels include prolyl hydroxylase inhibitors, deferoxamine, and other compounds.
Interpretation:

The dual role of HIF-1α in regulating ferroptosis is linked to dynamic changes in its expression during ischemic events.

Limitations:
  • Clinical translation of therapeutic strategies is limited by a narrow therapeutic window and potential side effects.
  • Insufficient clinical validation of proposed therapies.
Conclusion:

Further studies are needed to clarify HIF-1α's dual role in ferroptosis and to develop effective therapeutic strategies.

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