1. The effect of dietary intake of coenzyme Q10 on skin parameters and condition : results of a randomised, placebo-controlled, double-blind studyKatja Žmitek, Tina Pogačnik, Liljana Mervic, Janko Žmitek, Igor Pravst, 2017, izvirni znanstveni članek Povzetek: Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) is a natural constituent of foods and is also often used in both functional foods and supplements. In addition, it is a common ingredient of cosmetics where it is believed to reduce the signs of skin ageing. However, the existing data about the effect of dietary intake of CoQ10 on skin parameters and condition are scarce. To gain an insight into this issue, we conducted a double-blind, placebo-controlled experiment with 33 healthy subjects. Our objective was to investigate the effects of 12 weeks of daily supplementation with 50 and 150 mg of CoQ10 on skin parameters and condition. Study was conducted with a water-soluble form of CoQ10 with superior bioavailability (Q10VitalVR ). While the results of some previous in vitro studies showed possible protection in UVB response, we did not observe significant changes in the minimal erythema dose (MED). On the other hand, the intake of CoQ10 limited seasonal deterioration of viscoelasticity and reduced some visible signs of ageing. We determined significantly reduced wrinkles and microrelief lines, and improved skin smoothness. Supplementation with CoQ10 did not significantly affect skin hydration and dermis thickness. Ključne besede: coenzyme Q10, CoQ10, antioxidant, skin health, anti-ageing Objavljeno v DiRROS: 27.11.2025; Ogledov: 101; Prenosov: 48
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2. Variation of the clinical spectrum and genotype-phenotype associations in Coenzyme Q10 deficiency associated glomerulopathyStefania Drovandi, Beata Lipska-Zietkiewicz, Fatih Ozaltin, Francesco Emma, Bora Gülhan, Olivia Boyer, Agnes Trautmann, Szymon Ziętkiewicz, Tanja Kersnik-Levart, 2022, izvirni znanstveni članek Povzetek: PPrimary Coenzyme Q10 deficiency is a rare mitochondriopathy with a wide spectrum of organ involvement, including steroid-resistant nephrotic syndrome mainly associated with disease-causing variants in the genes COQ2, COQ6 or COQ8B. We performed a systematic literature review, PodoNet, mitoNET, and CCGKDD registries queries and an online survey, collecting comprehensive clinical and genetic data of 251 patients spanning 173 published (47 updated) and 78 new cases. Kidney disease was first diagnosed at median age 1.0, 1.2 and 9.8 years in individuals with disease-causing variants in COQ2, COQ6 and COQ8B, respectively. Isolated kidney involvement at diagnosis occurred in 34% of COQ2, 10.8% of COQ6 and 70.7% of COQ8B variant individuals. Classic infantile multiorgan involvement comprised 22% of the COQ2 variant cohort while 47% of them developed neurological symptoms at median age 2.7 years. The association of steroid-resistant nephrotic syndrome and sensorineural hearing loss was confirmed as the distinctive phenotype of COQ6 variants, with hearing impairment manifesting at average age three years. None of the patients with COQ8B variants, but 50% of patients with COQ2 and COQ6 variants progressed to kidney failure by age five. At adult age, kidney survival was equally poor (20-25%) across all disorders. A number of sequence variants, including putative local founder mutations, had divergent clinical presentations, in terms of onset age, kidney and non-kidney manifestations and kidney survival. Milder kidney phenotype was present in those with biallelic truncating variants within the COQ8B variant cohort. Thus, significant intra- and inter-familial phenotype variability was observed, suggesting both genetic and non-genetic modifiers of disease severity. Copyright (C) 2022, International Society of Nephrology. Ključne besede: coenzyme Q10, mitochondria, steroid-resistant nephrotic syndrome Objavljeno v DiRROS: 21.11.2025; Ogledov: 132; Prenosov: 58
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3. Oral Coenzyme Q10 supplementation leads to better preservation of kidney function in steroid-resistant nephrotic syndrome due to primary Coenzyme Q10 deficiencyStefania Drovandi, Beata Lipska-Zietkiewicz, Fatih Ozaltin, Francesco Emma, Bora Gülhan, Olivia Boyer, Agnes Trautmann, Hong Xu, Tanja Kersnik-Levart, 2022, izvirni znanstveni članek Povzetek: Primary Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ(10)) deficiency is an ultra-rare disorder caused by defects in genes involved in CoQ(10) biosynthesis leading to multidrug-resistant nephrotic syndrome as the hallmark kidney manifestation. Promising early results have been reported anecdotally with oral CoQ(10) supplementation. However, the long-term efficacy and optimal prescription remain to be established. In a global effort, we collected and analyzed information from 116 patients who received CoQ(10) supplements for primary CoQ(10) deficiency due to biallelic pathogenic variants in either the COQ2, COQ6 or COQ8B genes. Median duration of follow up on treatment was two years. The effect of treatment on proteinuria was assessed, and kidney survival was analyzed in 41 patients younger than 18 years with chronic kidney disease stage 1-4 at the start of treatment compared with that of an untreated cohort matched by genotype, age, kidney function, and proteinuria. CoQ(10) supplementation was associated with a substantial and significant sustained reduction of proteinuria by 88% at 12 months. Complete remission of proteinuria was more frequently observed in COQ6 disease. CoQ(10) supplementation led to significantly better preservation of kidney function (5-year kidney failure-free survival 62% vs. 19%) with an improvement in general condition and neurological manifestations. Side effects of treatment were uncommon and mild. Thus, our findings indicate that all patients diagnosed with primary CoQ(10) deficiency should receive early and life-long CoQ(10) supplementation to decelerate the progression of kidney disease and prevent further damage to other organs. Ključne besede: coenzyme Q10, deficiency, supplementation therapy, end-stage kidney disease, ESKD, genetic kidney disease, hereditary, kidney survival, outcome, proteinuria reduction Objavljeno v DiRROS: 21.11.2025; Ogledov: 126; Prenosov: 57
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4. Comparative bioavailability of different coenzyme Q10 formulations in healthy elderly IndividualsIgor Pravst, Juan Carlos Rodríguez Aguilera, Ana Belen Cortes Rodriguez, Janja Jazbar, Igor Locatelli, Hristo Hristov, Katja Žmitek, 2020, izvirni znanstveni članek Povzetek: Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) plays a central role in mitochondrial oxidative phosphorylation. Several studies have shown the beneficial effects of dietary CoQ10 supplementation, particularly in relation to cardiovascular health. CoQ10 biosynthesis decreases in the elderly, and consequently, the beneficial effects of dietary supplementation in this population are of greater significance. However, most pharmacokinetic studies have been conducted on younger populations. The aim of this study was to investigate the single-dose bioavailability of different formulations of CoQ10 in a healthy geriatric population. A randomized, three-period, crossover bioavailability study was conducted on 21 healthy older adults (aged 65-74). The treatment was a single dose with a one-week washout period. Three different formulations containing the equivalent of 100 mg of CoQ10 were used: Q10Vital water-soluble CoQ10 syrup (the investigational product-IP); ubiquinol capsules (the comparative product-CP); and ubiquinone capsules (the standard product-SP). Ubiquinone/ubiquinol was followed in the plasma for 48 h. An analysis of the ratio of the area under the baseline-corrected concentration curve (deltaAUC48) for total CoQ10 and a comparison to SP yielded the following: The bioavailability of CoQ10 in the IP was 2.4-fold higher (95% CI: 1.3-4.5; p = 0.002), while the bioavailability of ubiquinol (CP) was not significantly increased (1.7-fold; 95% CI: 0.9%3.1, p = 0.129). No differences in the redox status of the absorbed coenzyme Q10 were observed between formulations, showing that CoQ10 appeared in the blood mostly as ubiquinol, even if consumed as ubiquinone. Ključne besede: coenzyme Q10, CoQ10, Q10Vital, ubiquinone, ubiquinol, bioavailability, water-soluble formulations, the elderly Objavljeno v DiRROS: 18.11.2025; Ogledov: 122; Prenosov: 57
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5. Effects of a combination of water-soluble coenzyme Q10 and collagen on skin parameters and condition : results of a randomised, placebo-controlled, double-blind studyKatja Žmitek, Janko Žmitek, Mirjam Rogl-Butina, Tina Pogačnik, 2020, izvirni znanstveni članek Ključne besede: skin, coenzyme Q10, collagen peptides, skin health, dermis density Objavljeno v DiRROS: 18.11.2025; Ogledov: 152; Prenosov: 77
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