Genetic and epigenetic factors of arterial hypertension: a bibliometric- and in-silico-based analyses

Raushan Zh Karabaeva; Tamara A Vochshenkova; Afshin Zare; Nazanin Jafari; Hanieh Baneshi; Nadiar Maratovich Mussin; Rustam Kuanyshbekovich Albayev; Asset Askerovich Kaliyev; Akmaral Baspakova; Amin Tamadon

doi:10.3389/fmolb.2023.1221337

Genetic and epigenetic factors of arterial hypertension: a bibliometric- and in-silico-based analyses

Front Mol Biosci. 2023 Oct 12:10:1221337. doi: 10.3389/fmolb.2023.1221337. eCollection 2023.

Authors

Affiliations

¹ Gerontology Center, Medical Center of the President's Affairs Administration of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Astana, Kazakhstan.
² Therapeutic Department, Asfendiyarov Kazakh National Medical University, Almaty, Kazakhstan.
³ PerciaVista R&D Co., Shiraz, Iran.
⁴ General Surgery, West Kazakhstan Marat Ospanov Medical University, Aktobe, Kazakhstan.
⁵ Department for Scientific Work, West Kazakhstan Marat Ospanov Medical University, Aktobe, Kazakhstan.

^# Contributed equally.

Abstract

Introduction: Arterial hypertension (AH) is a pervasive global health concern with multifaceted origins encompassing both genetic and environmental components. Previous research has firmly established the association between AH and diverse genetic factors. Consequently, scientists have conducted extensive genetic investigations in recent years to unravel the intricate pathophysiology of AH. Methods: In this study, we conducted a comprehensive bibliometric analysis employing VOSviewer software to identify the most noteworthy genetic factors that have been the focal point of numerous investigations within the AH field in recent years. Our analysis revealed genes and microRNAs intricately linked to AH, underscoring their pivotal roles in this condition. Additionally, we performed molecular docking analyses to ascertain microRNAs with the highest binding affinity to these identified genes. Furthermore, we constructed a network to elucidate the in-silico-based functional interactions between the identified microRNAs and genes, shedding light on their potential roles in AH pathogenesis. Results: Notably, this pioneering in silico examination of genetic factors associated with AH promises novel insights into our understanding of this complex condition. Our findings prominently highlight miR-7110-5p, miR-7110-3p, miR-663, miR-328-3p, and miR-140-5p as microRNAs exhibiting a remarkable affinity for target genes. These microRNAs hold promise as valuable diagnostic and therapeutic factors, offering new avenues for the diagnosis and treatment of AH in the foreseeable future. Conclusion: In summary, this research underscores the critical importance of genetic factors in AH and, through in silico analyses, identifies specific microRNAs with significant potential for further investigation and clinical applications in AH management.

Keywords: arterial hypertension; epigenetic factors; genetic factors; in silico analyses; miRNA.

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Grants and funding

This research is funded by the Ministry of Healthcare of the Republic of Kazakhstan “National Program for the Introduction of Personalized and Preventive Medicine in the Republic of Kazakhstan (2021–2023)” (Grant Number OR12165486).