Science Midwifery
Vol 14 No 1 (2026): April: Health Sciences and related fields

The interplay of type I interferon, NLRP3 inflammasome, and self-antigen clearance in systemic lupus erythematosus progression

Putri Rahmadhanita (Universitas Islam Negeri Sulthan Thaha Saifuddin Jambi, Indonesia)
Floera Finalita (Universitas Islam Negeri Sulthan Thaha Saifuddin Jambi, Indonesia)
Salsabila Ariefani (Universitas Islam Negeri Sulthan Thaha Saifuddin Jambi, Indonesia)



Article Info

Publish Date
10 Apr 2026

Abstract

Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is a chronic autoimmune disease driven by impaired cellular debris clearance. While individual inflammatory pathways are well-documented, their synergistic interactions lack comprehensive synthesis, hindering the development of mechanism-based therapeutics. This literature review aims to elucidate the interconnected roles of specific cellular inflammatory pathways and their positive feedback loops in driving the clinical progression of SLE. A comprehensive literature review was conducted by analyzing 35 peer-reviewed scientific studies published between 2015 and 2025, sourced primarily from the PubMed database, focusing on SLE pathogenesis, cellular inflammation, and disease severity. SLE progression is propelled by a mutually reinforcing inflammatory cascade rather than isolated pathways. We identified three primary components establishing a pathological positive feedback loop: (1) Impaired self-antigen clearance, supplying a continuous source of Damage-Associated Molecular Patterns (DAMPs); (2) Type I Interferon (IFN-I) overactivation, acting as the systemic immune response conductor; and (3) The NLRP3 inflammasome, functioning as a local amplifier that induces direct tissue damage. The identification of this synergistic feedback loop demonstrates that single-target interventions may be insufficient. Comprehending this dynamic cascade necessitates a paradigm shift towards precision medicine. Future therapeutic strategies must prioritize multi-target combination therapies, stratifying patients based on their unique biological profiles to disrupt the pathogenic cycle effectively.

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midwifery

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Dentistry Health Professions Nursing Public Health Veterinary

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