The etiological complexity of Behçet syndrome (BS), an immune-mediated rare form of vasculitis characterized by multi-organ involvement, is still elusive due to an incomplete understanding of the synergy between genetic susceptibility, environmental triggers, and an abnormal immune response. Long-standing theories regarding the origins of BS include the involvement of infectious organisms supporting an aberrant immunological response through different mechanisms, including molecular mimicry. Additionally, it has been demonstrated that the BS phenotypes are linked to oral and gut microbiome dysbiosis, which is a dynamic reservoir of millions of microbes containing proteins and metabolites that can mimic the autoantigens. Infections, including viral pathogens, could potentially trigger the inflammation and symptoms of BS. In this review, we aim to describe the available evidence on the cross-talk between BS and infections in order to discuss potential clinical implications and possible therapeutic targets.

The role of bacteria and viruses in Behçet syndrome: Should we move towards new paradigms?

Sciascia, Savino;Arbrile, Marta;Trunfio, Mattia;Calcagno, Andrea;Radin, Massimo;Roccatello, Dario;Lembo, David;Civra, Andrea
2022-01-01

Abstract

The etiological complexity of Behçet syndrome (BS), an immune-mediated rare form of vasculitis characterized by multi-organ involvement, is still elusive due to an incomplete understanding of the synergy between genetic susceptibility, environmental triggers, and an abnormal immune response. Long-standing theories regarding the origins of BS include the involvement of infectious organisms supporting an aberrant immunological response through different mechanisms, including molecular mimicry. Additionally, it has been demonstrated that the BS phenotypes are linked to oral and gut microbiome dysbiosis, which is a dynamic reservoir of millions of microbes containing proteins and metabolites that can mimic the autoantigens. Infections, including viral pathogens, could potentially trigger the inflammation and symptoms of BS. In this review, we aim to describe the available evidence on the cross-talk between BS and infections in order to discuss potential clinical implications and possible therapeutic targets.
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Aphthosis; Behçet disease; Microbiota; Ulcers; Virus
Sciascia, Savino; Arbrile, Marta; Trunfio, Mattia; Calcagno, Andrea; Radin, Massimo; Roccatello, Dario; Lembo, David; Civra, Andrea
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