Proteasome and Ribosome Ubiquitination in Retinal Pigment Epithelial (RPE) Cells in Response to Oxidized Low-Density Lipoprotein (OxLDL).

ABSTRACT: Background/Objectives: Oxidative stress plays a significant role in the development and progression of age-related macular degeneration (AMD). Retinal pigment epithelium (RPE) cells are specialized multifunctional cells indispensable for the maintenance of vision. The dysfunction and death of RPE cells in the macula characterize the onset and development of AMD. Of the various toxic agents that impact the health of the RPE, particular focus has been given to various forms of lipoproteins and their cytotoxic derivatives normally present in the retina. Oxidized low-density lipoprotein (OxLDL), derived from LDL in a pro-oxidative environment, is found adjacent to RPE cells as part of drusen, extracellular deposits that are a hallmark feature of AMD. OxLDL is a potent inflammatory agent

SUBMITTER: Giorgianni F 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12730676 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature