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This study investigates the role of heme-induced inflammation on hepatic regeneration in sickle cell disease.

December 8, 2025Blood

Hemolysis impairs hepatic regeneration in sickle cell disease via altered kupffer cell dynamics and inflammation

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Experimental model reveals that heme-driven inflammation impairs hepatic regeneration in sickle cell disease via kupffer cell dynamics.

This study investigates the role of heme-induced inflammation on hepatic regeneration in sickle cell disease.
Utilized a mouse model of heme overload and sickle cell disease
Examined the dynamics of kupffer cells and their inflammatory response
Monitored the effects of heme on macrophage depletion and preservation
Heme alters kupffer cell populations, increasing inflammatory monocyte-derived KCs
Chronic inflammation and impaired function of embryonic KCs were observed
Heme-driven inflammation negatively impacts liver regeneration and contributes to fetal-like hepatocyte accumulation.

Michela Asperti (2025) studied this question.

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