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Hypoxic preconditioning potentiates the trophic effects of mesenchymal stem cells on co-cultured human primary hepatocytes. Stem Cell Res Ther 2015; 6:237. [PMID: 26626568 PMCID: PMC4667488 DOI: 10.1186/s13287-015-0218-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 28] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/10/2015] [Revised: 10/14/2015] [Accepted: 10/28/2015] [Indexed: 12/16/2022] Open
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Introduction Mesenchymal stem/stromal cells (MSCs) improve the metabolic function of co-cultured hepatocytes. The present study aimed to further enhance the trophic effects of co-culture with hepatocytes using hypoxic preconditioning (HPc) of the MSCs and also to investigate the underlying molecular mechanisms involved. Methods Human adipose tissue-derived MSCs were subjected to hypoxia (2 % O2; HPc) or normoxia (20 % O2) for 24 h and then co-cultured with isolated human hepatocytes. Assays of metabolic function and apoptosis were performed to investigate the hepatotrophic and anti-apoptotic effects of co-culture. Indirect co-cultures and co-culture with MSC-conditioned medium investigated the role of paracrine factors in the hepatotrophic effects of co-culture. Reactive oxygen species (ROS) activity was antagonised with N-acetylcysteine to investigate whether HPc potentiated the effects of MSCs by intracellular ROS-dependent mechanisms. Tumour necrosis factor (TNF)-α, transforming growth factor (TGF)-β1, and extracellular collagen production was determined and CASP9 and BAX/BCL-2 signalling pathways analysed to investigate the role of soluble factors, extracellular matrix deposition, and apoptosis-associated gene signalling in the effects of co-culture. Results HPc potentiated the hepatotrophic and anti-apoptotic effects of co-culture by ROS-dependent mechanisms. There was increased MSC TGF-β1 production, and enhanced MSC deposition of extracellular collagen, with reduced synthesis of TNF-α, as well as a downregulation of the expression of pro-apoptotic CASP9, BAX, BID and BLK genes and upregulated expression of anti-apoptotic BCL-2 in hepatocytes. Conclusions HPc potentiated the trophic and anti-apoptotic effects of MSCs on hepatocytes via mechanisms including intracellular ROS, autocrine TGF-β, extracellular collagen and caspase and BAX/BCL-2 signalling pathways. Electronic supplementary material The online version of this article (doi:10.1186/s13287-015-0218-7) contains supplementary material, which is available to authorized users.
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Yarygin KN, Lupatov AY, Kholodenko IV. Cell-based therapies of liver diseases: age-related challenges. Clin Interv Aging 2015; 10:1909-24. [PMID: 26664104 PMCID: PMC4671765 DOI: 10.2147/cia.s97926] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/13/2022] Open
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The scope of this review is to revise recent advances of the cell-based therapies of liver diseases with an emphasis on cell donor's and patient's age. Regenerative medicine with cell-based technologies as its integral part is focused on the structural and functional restoration of tissues impaired by sickness or aging. Unlike drug-based medicine directed primarily at alleviation of symptoms, regenerative medicine offers a more holistic approach to disease and senescence management aimed to achieve restoration of homeostasis. Hepatocyte transplantation and organ engineering are very probable forthcoming options of liver disease treatment in people of different ages and vigorous research and technological innovations in this area are in progress. Accordingly, availability of sufficient amounts of functional human hepatocytes is crucial. Direct isolation of autologous hepatocytes from liver biopsy is problematic due to related discomfort and difficulties with further expansion of cells, particularly those derived from aging people. Allogeneic primary human hepatocytes meeting quality standards are also in short supply. Alternatively, autologous hepatocytes can be produced by reprogramming of differentiated cells through the stage of induced pluripotent stem cells. In addition, fibroblasts and mesenchymal stromal cells can be directly induced to undergo advanced stage hepatogenic differentiation. Reprogramming of cells derived from elderly people is accompanied by the reversal of age-associated changes at the cellular level manifesting itself by telomere elongation and the U-turn of DNA methylation. Cell reprogramming can provide high quality rejuvenated hepatocytes for cell therapy and liver tissue engineering. Further technological advancements and establishment of national and global registries of induced pluripotent stem cell lines homozygous for HLA haplotypes can allow industry-style production of livers for immunosuppression-free transplantation.
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- Laboratory of Cell Biology, Institute of Biomedical Chemistry, Moscow, Russia
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- Laboratory of Cell Biology, Institute of Biomedical Chemistry, Moscow, Russia
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Yuan J, Li W, Huang J, Guo X, Li X, Lu X, Huang X, Zhang H. Transplantation of human adipose stem cell-derived hepatocyte-like cells with restricted localization to liver using acellular amniotic membrane. Stem Cell Res Ther 2015; 6:217. [PMID: 26541667 PMCID: PMC4635993 DOI: 10.1186/s13287-015-0208-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 27] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/25/2015] [Revised: 07/31/2015] [Accepted: 08/19/2015] [Indexed: 12/14/2022] Open
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Introduction Adult stem cell-derived hepatocytes transplantation holds considerable promise for future clinical individualized therapy of liver failure or dysfunction. However, the low engraftment of the available hepatocytes in the liver disease microenvironment has been a major obstacle. Methods Acellular human amniotic membrane was developed as a three-dimensional scaffold and combined with hepatocyte-like cells derived from human adipose stem cells to engineer a hepatic tissue graft that would allow hepatocyte engraftment in the liver effectively. Results The hepatic tissue grafts maintained hepatocyte-specific gene expression and functionality in vitro. When transplanted into the surgical incision in livers for engraftment, the engineered hepatic grafts significantly decreased the degree of liver injury caused by a carbon tetrachloride treatment and generated cords that were similar to the ductal plates in the liver between the acellular human amniotic membrane and the liver of receipts at day 3 post-transplantation. The hepatic tissue grafts maintained the expression of human hepatocyte-specific markers albumin, hepatocyte nuclear factor 4α, and cytochrome P450 2B6 in the liver of receipts, and acquired human-specific drug metabolism ability at eight weeks post-transplantation. Conclusions The acellular human amniotic membrane has the ability to maintain the functional phenotype of the hepatocyte-like cells derived from human adipose stem cells. Functional acellular human amniotic membrane-hepatocytes grafts integrated with the liver decreases the acute liver injury of mice. These engineered tissue constructs may support stem cell-based individualized therapy for liver disease and for bioartificial liver establishment. Electronic supplementary material The online version of this article (doi:10.1186/s13287-015-0208-9) contains supplementary material, which is available to authorized users.
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- Jie Yuan
- Department of Cell Biology, Municipal Laboratory for Liver Protection and Regulation of Regeneration, Capital Medical University, No. 10, Xitoutiao, You An Men, Beijing, 100069, China.
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- Department of Cell Biology, Municipal Laboratory for Liver Protection and Regulation of Regeneration, Capital Medical University, No. 10, Xitoutiao, You An Men, Beijing, 100069, China.
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- Department of Cell Biology, Municipal Laboratory for Liver Protection and Regulation of Regeneration, Capital Medical University, No. 10, Xitoutiao, You An Men, Beijing, 100069, China.
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- Department of Cell Biology, Municipal Laboratory for Liver Protection and Regulation of Regeneration, Capital Medical University, No. 10, Xitoutiao, You An Men, Beijing, 100069, China.
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- Department of Cell Biology, Municipal Laboratory for Liver Protection and Regulation of Regeneration, Capital Medical University, No. 10, Xitoutiao, You An Men, Beijing, 100069, China.
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- Department of Cell Biology, Municipal Laboratory for Liver Protection and Regulation of Regeneration, Capital Medical University, No. 10, Xitoutiao, You An Men, Beijing, 100069, China.
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- Fu Xing Hospital, Capital Medical University, No. 20, Fu xing men wai, Beijing, 100038, China.
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- Department of Cell Biology, Municipal Laboratory for Liver Protection and Regulation of Regeneration, Capital Medical University, No. 10, Xitoutiao, You An Men, Beijing, 100069, China.
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Dhawan A. Clinical human hepatocyte transplantation: Current status and challenges. Liver Transpl 2015; 21 Suppl 1:S39-44. [PMID: 26249755 DOI: 10.1002/lt.24226] [Citation(s) in RCA: 40] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/28/2015] [Revised: 07/27/2015] [Accepted: 07/29/2015] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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- Anil Dhawan
- Department of Pediatric Hepatology, Cell Therapy Unit, National Institute for Health Research/Wellcome Trust King's Clinical Research Facility, King's College Hospital, London, UK
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Govil S, Shanmugam NP, Reddy MS, Narasimhan G, Rela M. A metabolic chimera: Two defective genotypes make a normal phenotype. Liver Transpl 2015; 21:1453-4. [PMID: 26122900 DOI: 10.1002/lt.24202] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/11/2015] [Accepted: 06/14/2015] [Indexed: 12/21/2022]
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- Sanjay Govil
- National Foundation for Liver Research, Global Hospital, Chennai, India
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- National Foundation for Liver Research, Global Hospital, Chennai, India
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- National Foundation for Liver Research, Global Hospital, Chennai, India.,Liver Surgery and Transplantation, Kings College Hospital, London, United Kingdom
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Lin JS, Zhou L, Sagayaraj A, Jumat NHB, Choolani M, Chan JKY, Biswas A, Wong PC, Lim SG, Dan YY. Hepatic differentiation of human amniotic epithelial cells and in vivo therapeutic effect on animal model of cirrhosis. J Gastroenterol Hepatol 2015; 30:1673-82. [PMID: 25973537 DOI: 10.1111/jgh.12991] [Citation(s) in RCA: 31] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 04/20/2015] [Indexed: 01/15/2023]
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BACKGROUND AND AIM Human amniotic epithelial cells (hAECs) have been touted as an ideal stem cell candidate, being ethically neutral, immunologically naïve, plentiful in origin, and retaining plasticity in its fetal stage. We hypothesized that by applying natural physiological signals of the developing liver, hAECs can be coaxed into becoming functional immunopermissive hepatocyte-like cells. These cells would have tremendous potential for allogenic cellular transplantation in the treatment of chronic liver insufficiency. METHODS hAECs were obtained from term placentas and subjected to hepatic trans-differentiation. Hepatic differentiated cells were analyzed with immunophenotyping, electron microscopy, reverse transcription-polymerase chain reaction as well as characterized for hepatic metabolic function. In vivo efficacy was tested using intrasplenic transplantation into non-obese diabetic (NOD) Scid Gamma mice with thioacetamide-induced chronic liver failure and analyzed for engraftment and improvement in liver indices. RESULTS With hepatic differentiation, hAECs assumed a hepatocytic polygonal morphology with upregulation of transcription factors responsible for liver specification. These hepatic differentiated-hAECs (HD-AECs) demonstrated bile canaliculi formation, secreted albumin, eliminated indo-cyanine green, uptook low-density lipoprotein, and inducible CYP3A4 and CYP2C9 enzymatic activities. Transplantation of HD-AECs and de novo hAECs in mice model of cirrhosis showed successful in vivo engraftment and differentiation into functional hepatocytes positive for human-specific albumin. HD-AEC cells that had undergone hepatic differentiation showed the greatest improvement in albumin function while preserving human leukocyte antigen-G expression postdifferentiation. CONCLUSION hAECs were able to differentiate into functional hepatocyte-like cells both in vivo and in vitro. They showed therapeutic efficacy after transplantation in mice model of cirrhosis, offering an exciting source of cells for generation of functionally useful hepatocytes.
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- Jaymie Siqi Lin
- Department of Medicine, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, Singapore.,Cancer Science Institute of Singapore, National University of Singapore, Singapore
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- Department of Medicine, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, Singapore
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- Department of Medicine, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, Singapore
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- Department of Medicine, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, Singapore
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, Singapore
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- Department of Reproductive Medicine, KK Women's and Children's Hospital, Singapore.,Cancer and Stem Cell Biology, Duke-NUS Graduate Medical School, Singapore
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, Singapore
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, Singapore
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- Department of Medicine, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, Singapore
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- Department of Medicine, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, Singapore.,Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, University Medicine Cluster, National University Health System, Singapore
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Nantasanti S, Spee B, Kruitwagen HS, Chen C, Geijsen N, Oosterhoff LA, van Wolferen ME, Pelaez N, Fieten H, Wubbolts RW, Grinwis GC, Chan J, Huch M, Vries RRG, Clevers H, de Bruin A, Rothuizen J, Penning LC, Schotanus BA. Disease Modeling and Gene Therapy of Copper Storage Disease in Canine Hepatic Organoids. Stem Cell Reports 2015; 5:895-907. [PMID: 26455412 PMCID: PMC4649105 DOI: 10.1016/j.stemcr.2015.09.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 73] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/16/2015] [Revised: 09/07/2015] [Accepted: 09/07/2015] [Indexed: 12/19/2022] Open
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The recent development of 3D-liver stem cell cultures (hepatic organoids) opens up new avenues for gene and/or stem cell therapy to treat liver disease. To test safety and efficacy, a relevant large animal model is essential but not yet established. Because of its shared pathologies and disease pathways, the dog is considered the best model for human liver disease. Here we report the establishment of a long-term canine hepatic organoid culture allowing undifferentiated expansion of progenitor cells that can be differentiated toward functional hepatocytes. We show that cultures can be initiated from fresh and frozen liver tissues using Tru-Cut or fine-needle biopsies. The use of Wnt agonists proved important for canine organoid proliferation and inhibition of differentiation. Finally, we demonstrate that successful gene supplementation in hepatic organoids of COMMD1-deficient dogs restores function and can be an effective means to cure copper storage disease.
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- Sathidpak Nantasanti
- Department of Clinical Sciences of Companion Animals, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Utrecht University, Utrecht, 3584 CM, the Netherlands
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- Department of Clinical Sciences of Companion Animals, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Utrecht University, Utrecht, 3584 CM, the Netherlands
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- Department of Clinical Sciences of Companion Animals, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Utrecht University, Utrecht, 3584 CM, the Netherlands
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- Department of Clinical Sciences of Companion Animals, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Utrecht University, Utrecht, 3584 CM, the Netherlands; Hubrecht Institute and University Medical Centre, Utrecht, 3584 CT, the Netherlands
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- Department of Clinical Sciences of Companion Animals, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Utrecht University, Utrecht, 3584 CM, the Netherlands; Hubrecht Institute and University Medical Centre, Utrecht, 3584 CT, the Netherlands
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- Department of Clinical Sciences of Companion Animals, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Utrecht University, Utrecht, 3584 CM, the Netherlands
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- Department of Clinical Sciences of Companion Animals, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Utrecht University, Utrecht, 3584 CM, the Netherlands
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- Department of Clinical Sciences of Companion Animals, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Utrecht University, Utrecht, 3584 CM, the Netherlands
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- Department of Clinical Sciences of Companion Animals, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Utrecht University, Utrecht, 3584 CM, the Netherlands
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- Centre for Cellular Imaging (CCI), Department of Biochemistry and Cell Biology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Utrecht University, Utrecht, 3584 CL, the Netherlands
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- Department of Pathobiology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Utrecht University, Utrecht, 3584 CL, the Netherlands
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- Department of Chemistry, University of California, Berkeley, Berkeley, CA 94720-1460, USA
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- Hubrecht Institute and University Medical Centre, Utrecht, 3584 CT, the Netherlands
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- Hubrecht Institute and University Medical Centre, Utrecht, 3584 CT, the Netherlands
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- Hubrecht Institute and University Medical Centre, Utrecht, 3584 CT, the Netherlands
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- Department of Pathobiology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Utrecht University, Utrecht, 3584 CL, the Netherlands; Department of Pediatrics, Division of Molecular Genetics, University Medical Center Groningen, University of Groningen, Groningen, 9713 AV, the Netherlands
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- Department of Clinical Sciences of Companion Animals, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Utrecht University, Utrecht, 3584 CM, the Netherlands
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- Department of Clinical Sciences of Companion Animals, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Utrecht University, Utrecht, 3584 CM, the Netherlands
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- Department of Clinical Sciences of Companion Animals, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Utrecht University, Utrecht, 3584 CM, the Netherlands.
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Na GH, Kim DG, Jung ES. Culture with Growth Factor Supplements Improves the Viability and Function of Rat Hepatocytes. KOREAN JOURNAL OF TRANSPLANTATION 2015. [DOI: 10.4285/jkstn.2015.29.3.139] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/04/2022] Open
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- Gun Hyung Na
- Department of Surgery, Seoul St. Mary’s Hospital, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Surgery, Seoul St. Mary’s Hospital, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Pathology, Seoul St. Mary’s Hospital, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul, Korea
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Zhu XQ, Pan XH, Yao L, Li W, Cui J, Wang G, Mrsny RJ, Hoffman AR, Hu JF. Converting Skin Fibroblasts into Hepatic-like Cells by Transient Programming. J Cell Biochem 2015; 117:589-98. [PMID: 26312781 DOI: 10.1002/jcb.25355] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/23/2015] [Accepted: 08/25/2015] [Indexed: 12/30/2022]
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- Xiang-Qing Zhu
- Research Center of Stem Cell, Tissue and Organ Engineering; Kunming Army General Hospital; Kunming Yunnan P. R. China
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- Research Center of Stem Cell, Tissue and Organ Engineering; Kunming Army General Hospital; Kunming Yunnan P. R. China
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- Stanford University Medical School; Palo Alto California
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- Stem Cell and Cancer Center; The First Affiliated Hospital; Jilin University; Changchun P. R. China
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- Stem Cell and Cancer Center; The First Affiliated Hospital; Jilin University; Changchun P. R. China
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- Stem Cell and Cancer Center; The First Affiliated Hospital; Jilin University; Changchun P. R. China
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- GMR Epigenetics; Palo Alto California
- Department of Pharmacy & Pharmacology; University of Bath; Bath England
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- Stanford University Medical School; Palo Alto California
- Stem Cell and Cancer Center; The First Affiliated Hospital; Jilin University; Changchun P. R. China
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Yoshida S, Yamagata Y, Murayama K, Watanabe K, Imura T, Igarashi Y, Inagaki A, Fujimori K, Ohashi K, Ohuchi N, Satomi S, Goto M. The influence of collagen III expression on the efficiency of cell isolation with the use of collagenase H. Transplant Proc 2015; 46:1942-4. [PMID: 25131077 DOI: 10.1016/j.transproceed.2014.06.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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OBJECTIVE We previously demonstrated that collagenase H (ColH) plays a crucial role in rat islet isolation, whereas collagenase G (ColG) plays only a supporting role. We also showed that collagen III appears to be one of the key targets of ColH based on a mass spectrometry analysis. In the present study, we investigated whether our novel findings in an islet isolation model are universally applicable for other types of cell isolation, such as a hepatocyte isolation, with the use of enzyme blends of recombinant collagenases. METHODS As the first step, the expression of one of the main matrix components, collagen III, on rat pancreatic and hepatic tissues was assessed with the use of immunohistochemical staining. ColG and ColH were expressed in recombinant E. coli carrying expression plasmids for each collagenase. Then the efficiency of the collagenase subtype on rat hepatocyte isolation was evaluated in terms of cell yield with the use of thermolysin combined with either ColG or ColH (n = 3, respectively). RESULTS The expression of collagen III on rat hepatic tissues was dramatically lower than that of rat pancreatic tissues. In the rat hepatocyte isolation, a substantial amount of hepatocytes (0.81 ± 0.11 × 10(6)) were obtained in the ColG group, whereas almost no hepatocytes were retrieved in the ColH group, indicating that the influence of the collagenase subtypes in rat hepatocyte isolation are completely opposite to that observed in rat islet isolation. CONCLUSIONS Considering that the expression of collagen III on hepatic tissues was relatively low and that almost no hepatocytes were retrieved when ColH and thermolysin were used, the present study supports our novel finding that collagen III appears to be one of the key targets of ColH in hepatocyte isolation. Therefore, the semiquantification of collagen III on the target tissues not only may positively contribute to efficient islet isolation, but also may affect other types of cell isolation by optimizing the ColH amount.
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- S Yoshida
- Division of Advanced Surgical Science and Technology, Graduate School of Medical Engineering, Tohoku University, Sendai, Japan
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- New Industry Creation Hatchery Center, Graduate School of Medical Engineering, Tohoku University, Sendai, Japan; Department of Applied Biological Chemistry, Graduate School of Agriculture, Tokyo University of Agriculture and Technology, Tokyo, Japan
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- Division of Biomedical Measurements and Diagnostics, Graduate School of Medical Engineering, Tohoku University, Sendai, Japan
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- New Industry Creation Hatchery Center, Graduate School of Medical Engineering, Tohoku University, Sendai, Japan
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- New Industry Creation Hatchery Center, Graduate School of Medical Engineering, Tohoku University, Sendai, Japan
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- New Industry Creation Hatchery Center, Graduate School of Medical Engineering, Tohoku University, Sendai, Japan
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- New Industry Creation Hatchery Center, Graduate School of Medical Engineering, Tohoku University, Sendai, Japan
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- Division of Advanced Surgical Science and Technology, Graduate School of Medical Engineering, Tohoku University, Sendai, Japan
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- Department of Surgery, Nara Medical University, Kashihara, Japan
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- Division of Advanced Surgical Science and Technology, Graduate School of Medical Engineering, Tohoku University, Sendai, Japan
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- Division of Advanced Surgical Science and Technology, Graduate School of Medical Engineering, Tohoku University, Sendai, Japan
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- Division of Advanced Surgical Science and Technology, Graduate School of Medical Engineering, Tohoku University, Sendai, Japan; New Industry Creation Hatchery Center, Graduate School of Medical Engineering, Tohoku University, Sendai, Japan.
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Li Y, Kim BG, Qian S, Letterio JJ, Fung JJ, Lu L, Lin F. Hepatic Stellate Cells Inhibit T Cells through Active TGF-β1 from a Cell Surface-Bound Latent TGF-β1/GARP Complex. THE JOURNAL OF IMMUNOLOGY 2015; 195:2648-56. [PMID: 26246140 DOI: 10.4049/jimmunol.1500139] [Citation(s) in RCA: 38] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/22/2015] [Accepted: 07/16/2015] [Indexed: 01/03/2023]
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Hepatic stellate cells (HSCs) inhibit T cells, a process that could help the liver to maintain its immunoprivileged status. HSCs secrete latent TGF-β1, but the detailed mechanisms by which latent TGF-β1 is activated and whether it plays any role in HSC-mediated T cell suppression remain unclear. Glycoprotein A repetitions predominant (GARP) is a surface marker of activated regulatory T cells. GARP binds latent TGF-β1 for its activation, which is critical for regulatory T cells to suppress effector T cells; however, it is still unclear whether GARP is present on HSCs and whether it has any impact on HSC function. In this study, we found that TGF-β1(+/-) HSCs, which produce reduced levels of TGF-β1, showed decreased potency in inhibiting T cells. We also found that pharmaceutical or genetic inhibition of the TGF-β1 signaling pathway reduced the T cell-inhibiting activity of HSCs. Additionally, using isolated primary HSCs, we demonstrated that GARP was constitutively expressed on HSCs. Blocking GARP function or knocking down GARP expression significantly impaired the potency of HSCs to suppress the proliferation of and IFN-γ production from activated T cells, suggesting that GARP is important for HSCs to inhibit T cells. These results demonstrate the unexpected presence of GARP on HSCs and its significance in regard to the ability of HSCs to activate latent TGF-β1 and thereby inhibit T cells. Our study reveals a new mechanism for HSC-mediated immune regulation and potentially for other conditions, such as liver fibrosis, that involve HSC-secreted TGF-β1.
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- Yan Li
- Department of Immunology, Lerner Research Institute, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH 44195
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- Division of Pediatric Hematology-Oncology, Department of Pediatrics, Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, OH 44106; and
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- Department of Immunology, Lerner Research Institute, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH 44195
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- Division of Pediatric Hematology-Oncology, Department of Pediatrics, Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, OH 44106; and
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- Digestive Disease Institute, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH 44195
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- Department of Immunology, Lerner Research Institute, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH 44195
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- Department of Immunology, Lerner Research Institute, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH 44195;
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Nakamura Y, Mizuguchi T, Tanimizu N, Ichinohe N, Ooe H, Kawamoto M, Meguro M, Hirata K, Mitaka T. Preoperative hepatocyte transplantation improves the survival of rats with nonalcoholic steatohepatitis-related cirrhosis after partial hepatectomy. Cell Transplant 2015; 23:1243-54. [PMID: 25330059 DOI: 10.3727/096368913x668645] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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Liver failure after liver resection for cirrhosis is a critical problem, and no effective therapy except liver transplantation is currently available. The objective of this study was to examine whether hepatocyte transplantation (HT) reduces the poststandard liver resection mortality rate of rats with nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH)-related cirrhosis. Liver resection for hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) combined with NASH-related cirrhosis has become increasingly common. We developed a rat model of acute liver failure after two-thirds partial hepatectomy (PH) for NASH-related cirrhosis. The mechanism by which HT improved the survival of the model rats was examined in short- and long-term investigations. Female DPPIV(-) recipient F344 rats were fed the choline-deficient l-amino acid (CDAA)-defined diet for 12 weeks. Some of the rats were transplanted with male F344 DPPIV(+) rat hepatocytes 24 h before undergoing PH. The overall post-PH survival of each group was evaluated, and short- and long-term pathological and molecular biological evaluations were also performed. Overall survival was significantly longer in the HT group than the non-HT group (7-day survival rates: 46.7% and 7.7%, respectively). Compared with the recipient livers of the non-HT group, numerous Ki-67(+) hepatocytes and few TUNEL(+) hepatocytes were observed in the livers of the HT group. At 6 months after the HT, the DPPIV(+) hepatocytes had partially replaced the recipient liver and formed hepatocyte clusters in the spleen. Preoperative HT might improve the survival of rats with NASH-related cirrhosis after PH by preventing the host hepatocytes from accelerating their growth and falling into apoptosis.
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- Yukio Nakamura
- Department of Surgery I, Sapporo Medical University School of Medicine, Sapporo, Japan
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Tolosa L, López S, Pareja E, Donato MT, Myara A, Nguyen TH, Castell JV, Gómez-Lechón MJ. Human neonatal hepatocyte transplantation induces long-term rescue of unconjugated hyperbilirubinemia in the Gunn rat. Liver Transpl 2015; 21:801-11. [PMID: 25821167 DOI: 10.1002/lt.24121] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/13/2014] [Revised: 03/06/2015] [Accepted: 03/14/2015] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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Crigler-Najjar type 1 disease is a rare inherited metabolic disease characterized by high levels of unconjugated bilirubin due to the complete absence of hepatic uridine diphosphoglucuronate-glucuronosyltransferase activity. Hepatocyte transplantation (HT) has been proposed as an alternative treatment for Crigler-Najjar syndrome, but it is still limited by the quality and the low engraftment and repopulation ability of the cells used. Because of their attachment capability and expression of adhesion molecules as well as the higher proportion of hepatic progenitor cells, neonatal hepatocytes may have an advantage over adult cells. Adult or neonatal hepatocytes were transplanted into Gunn rats, a model for Crigler-Najjar disease. Engraftment and repopulation were studied and compared by immunofluorescence (IF). Additionally, the serum bilirubin levels, the presence of bilirubin conjugates in rat serum, and the expression of uridine diphosphate glucuronosyltransferase 1 family polypeptide A1 (UGT1A1) in rat liver samples were also analyzed. Here we show that neonatal HT results in long-term correction in Gunn rats. In comparison with adult cells, neonatal cells showed better engraftment and repopulation capability 3 days and 6 months after transplantation, respectively. Bilirubinemia decreased in the transplanted animals during the whole experimental follow-up (6 months). Bilirubin conjugates were also present in the serum of the transplanted animals. Western blots and IF confirmed the presence and expression of UGT1A1 in the liver. This work is the first to demonstrate the advantage of using neonatal hepatocytes for the treatment of Crigler-Najjar in vivo.
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- Laia Tolosa
- Unidad de Hepatología Experimental, Instituto de Investigación Sanitaria La Fe, Valencia, Spain
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- Unidad de Hepatología Experimental, Instituto de Investigación Sanitaria La Fe, Valencia, Spain
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- Unidad de Cirugía Hepatobiliopancreática y Transplante Hepático, Hospital La Fe, Valencia, Spain
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- Unidad de Hepatología Experimental, Instituto de Investigación Sanitaria La Fe, Valencia, Spain.,Centro de Investigación Biomédica en Red de Enfermedades Hepáticas y Digestivas, Fondo de Investigaciones Sanitarias, Barcelona, Spain.,Departamento de Bioquímica y Biología Molecular, Facultad de Medicina, Universidad de Valencia, Valencia, Spain
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- Service de Biologie, Groupe Hospitalier Saint Joseph, Paris, France
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- INSERM Unités Mixtes de Recherche en Santé 1064, Centre Hospitalier Universitaire Hôtel Dieu, Nantes, France
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- Unidad de Hepatología Experimental, Instituto de Investigación Sanitaria La Fe, Valencia, Spain.,Centro de Investigación Biomédica en Red de Enfermedades Hepáticas y Digestivas, Fondo de Investigaciones Sanitarias, Barcelona, Spain.,Departamento de Bioquímica y Biología Molecular, Facultad de Medicina, Universidad de Valencia, Valencia, Spain
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- Unidad de Hepatología Experimental, Instituto de Investigación Sanitaria La Fe, Valencia, Spain.,Centro de Investigación Biomédica en Red de Enfermedades Hepáticas y Digestivas, Fondo de Investigaciones Sanitarias, Barcelona, Spain
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Lee SY, Kim HJ, Choi D. Cell sources, liver support systems and liver tissue engineering: alternatives to liver transplantation. Int J Stem Cells 2015; 8:36-47. [PMID: 26019753 PMCID: PMC4445708 DOI: 10.15283/ijsc.2015.8.1.36] [Citation(s) in RCA: 54] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/30/2015] [Accepted: 05/04/2015] [Indexed: 12/11/2022] Open
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The liver is the largest organ in the body; it has a complex architecture, wide range of functions and unique regenerative capacity. The growing incidence of liver diseases worldwide requires increased numbers of liver transplant and leads to an ongoing shortage of donor livers. To meet the huge demand, various alternative approaches are being investigated including, hepatic cell transplantation, artificial devices and bioprinting of the organ itself. Adult hepatocytes are the preferred cell sources, but they have limited availability, are difficult to isolate, propagate poor and undergo rapid functional deterioration in vitro. There have been efforts to overcome these drawbacks; by improving culture condition for hepatocytes, providing adequate extracellular matrix, co-culturing with extra-parenchymal cells and identifying other cell sources. Differentiation of human stem cells to hepatocytes has become a major interest in the field of stem cell research and has progressed greatly. At the same time, use of decellularized organ matrices and 3 D printing are emerging cutting-edge technologies for tissue engineering, opening up new paths for liver regenerative medicine. This review provides a compact summary of the issues, and the locations of liver support systems and tissue engineering, with an emphasis on reproducible and useful sources of hepatocytes including various candidates formed by differentiation from stem cells.
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- Soo Young Lee
- Department of Surgery, Hanyang University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Surgery, Hanyang University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Surgery, Hanyang University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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Jorns C, Gramignoli R, Saliem M, Zemack H, Mörk LM, Isaksson B, Nowak G, Ericzon BG, Strom S, Ellis E. Strategies for short-term storage of hepatocytes for repeated clinical infusions. Cell Transplant 2015; 23:1009-18. [PMID: 25199147 DOI: 10.3727/096368913x667484] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/28/2023] Open
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Hepatocyte transplantation is an upcoming treatment for patients with metabolic liver diseases. Repeated cell infusions over 1-2 days improve clinical outcome. Isolated hepatocytes are usually cold stored in preservation solutions between repeated infusions. However, during cold storage isolated hepatocytes undergo cell death. We investigated if tissue preservation and repeated isolations are better than storage of isolated hepatocytes when cold preserving human hepatocytes. Liver tissue obtained from liver surgery or organ donors was divided into two pieces. Hepatocytes were isolated by collagenase digestion. Hepatocytes were analyzed directly after isolation (fresh) or after storage for 48 h at 4°C in University of Wisconsin solution (UW cells). Liver tissue from the same donor was stored at 4°C in UW and hepatocytes were isolated after 48 h (UW tissue cells). Hepatocyte viability and function was evaluated by trypan blue exclusion, plating efficiency, ammonia metabolism, CYP 1A1/2, 2C9, 3A7, and 3A4 activities, phase II conjugation, and apoptosis evaluation by TUNEL assay and caspase-3/7 activities. Hepatocytes stored in UW showed a significantly lower viability compared to fresh cells or hepatocytes isolated from tissue stored for 48 h (54% vs. 71% vs. 79%). Plating efficiency was significantly decreased for cells stored in UW (40%) compared to fresh and UW tissue cells (63% vs. 55%). No significant differences between UW cells and UW tissue cells could be shown for CYP activities or ammonia metabolism. Hepatocytes stored in UW showed a strong increase in TUNEL-positive cells, whereas TUNEL staining in cold-stored liver tissue and hepatocytes isolated after 48 h was unchanged. This observation was confirmed by increased caspase-3/7 activities in UW cells. Although preservation of isolated hepatocytes in UW maintains function, cold storage of liver tissue and repeated hepatocyte isolations is superior to cold storage of isolated hepatocytes in preserving hepatocyte viability and function.
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- Carl Jorns
- Division of Transplantation Surgery, Department of Clinical Science, Intervention and Technology (CLINTEC), Karolinska Institute, Karolinska University Hospital Huddinge, Stockholm, Sweden
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Gramignoli R, Dorko K, Tahan V, Skvorak KJ, Ellis E, Jorns C, Ericzon BG, Fox IJ, Strom SC. Hypothermic storage of human hepatocytes for transplantation. Cell Transplant 2015; 23:1143-51. [PMID: 23768881 DOI: 10.3727/096368913x668627] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/18/2023] Open
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Transplantation of human hepatocytes is gaining recognition as a bridge or an alternative to orthotopic liver transplantation for patients with acute liver failure and genetic defects. Since most patients require multiple cell infusions over an extended period of time, we investigated hepatic functions in cells maintained in University of Wisconsin solution at 4°C up to 72 h. Eleven different assessments of hepatic viability and function were investigated both pre- and posthypothermic storage, including plating efficiency, caspase-3/7 activity, ammonia metabolism, and drug-metabolizing capacity of isolated hepatocytes. Long-term function, basal, and induced cytochrome P450 activities were measured after exposure to prototypical inducing agents. Cells from 47 different human liver specimens were analyzed. Viability significantly decreased in cells cold stored in UW solution, while apoptosis level and plating efficiency were not significantly different from fresh cells. Luminescent and fluorescent methods assessed phases I and II activities both pre- and post-24-72 h of cold preservation. A robust induction (up to 200-fold) of phase I enzymes was observed in cultured cells. Phase II and ammonia metabolism remained stable during hypothermic storage, although the inductive effect of culture on each metabolic activity was eventually lost. Using techniques that characterize 11 measurements of hepatic viability and function from plating efficiency, to ammonia metabolism, to phases I and II drug metabolism, it was determined that while viability decreased, the remaining viable cells in cold-stored suspensions retained critical hepatic functions for up to 48 h at levels not significantly different from those observed in freshly isolated cells.
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- Roberto Gramignoli
- Department of Laboratory Medicine, Division of Pathology, Karolinska University Hospital, Stockholm, Sweden
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Ho CM, Chen YH, Chien CS, Ho YT, Ho SL, Hu RH, Chen HL, Lee PH. Transplantation speed offers early hepatocyte engraftment in acute liver injured rats: A translational study with clinical implications. Liver Transpl 2015; 21:652-61. [PMID: 25821041 DOI: 10.1002/lt.24106] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/12/2014] [Revised: 12/31/2014] [Accepted: 02/08/2015] [Indexed: 01/10/2023]
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The impact of the rate of intraportal hepatocyte transplantation on early engraftment and repopulation is unclear. The aim of this study was to address this and to improve the engraftment and repopulation efficiencies of hepatocyte transplantation for the treatment of a rat model of acute liver failure in a clinically useful way without preconditioning. Acute hepatic injury was induced into Sprague-Dawley rats with D-galactosamine. Hepatocytes were infused intraportally over a period of 30, 70, or 100 seconds to study early engraftment (2 days) and repopulation (7 days). Three groups had significant differences in hepatocyte engraftment (P = 0.018) and repopulation efficiencies (P = 0.037), and an infusion over a period of 70 seconds produced superior outcomes. After the 70-second infusion, the transplanted cells immediately transmigrated the sinusoidal endothelial layer and rarely accumulated in the portal venules, with liver function improving significantly. The mean first peak pressures, without significant differences, were 14.8 ± 6.5, 17.7 ± 3.7, and 13.6 ± 3.0 mm Hg in the 30-, 70-, and 100-second groups, respectively. Differential hepatocyte transfusion rates contributed to accelerated early engraftment and repopulation in rats with acute liver injury. These proof-of-concept findings are of clinical significance because they are easy to translate into practice.
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- Cheng-Maw Ho
- Department of Surgery; Graduate Institute of Clinical Medicine, College of Medicine, National Taiwan University, Taipei, Taiwan
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New Tools in Experimental Cellular Therapy for the Treatment of Liver Diseases. CURRENT TRANSPLANTATION REPORTS 2015; 2:202-210. [PMID: 26317066 DOI: 10.1007/s40472-015-0059-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/21/2022]
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The current standard of care for end stage liver disease is orthotopic liver transplantation (OLT). Through improvement in surgical techniques, immunosuppression, and general medical care, liver transplantation has become an effective treatment over the course of the last half-century. Unfortunately, due to the limited availability of donor organs, there is a finite limit to the number of patients who will benefit from this therapy. This review will discuss current research in experimental cellular therapies for acute, chronic, and metabolic liver failure that may be appropriate when liver transplantation is not an immediate option.
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Hickey RD, Mao SA, Amiot B, Suksanpaisan L, Miller A, Nace R, Glorioso J, Peng KW, Ikeda Y, Russell SJ, Nyberg SL. Noninvasive 3-dimensional imaging of liver regeneration in a mouse model of hereditary tyrosinemia type 1 using the sodium iodide symporter gene. Liver Transpl 2015; 21:442-53. [PMID: 25482651 PMCID: PMC5957080 DOI: 10.1002/lt.24057] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/26/2014] [Accepted: 11/30/2014] [Indexed: 12/24/2022]
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Cell transplantation is a potential treatment for the many liver disorders that are currently only curable by organ transplantation. However, one of the major limitations of hepatocyte (HC) transplantation is an inability to monitor cells longitudinally after injection. We hypothesized that the thyroidal sodium iodide symporter (NIS) gene could be used to visualize transplanted HCs in a rodent model of inherited liver disease: hereditary tyrosinemia type 1. Wild-type C57Bl/6J mouse HCs were transduced ex vivo with a lentiviral vector containing the mouse Slc5a5 (NIS) gene controlled by the thyroxine-binding globulin promoter. NIS-transduced cells could robustly concentrate radiolabeled iodine in vitro, with lentiviral transduction efficiencies greater than 80% achieved in the presence of dexamethasone. Next, NIS-transduced HCs were transplanted into congenic fumarylacetoacetate hydrolase knockout mice, and this resulted in the prevention of liver failure. NIS-transduced HCs were readily imaged in vivo by single-photon emission computed tomography, and this demonstrated for the first time noninvasive 3-dimensional imaging of regenerating tissue in individual animals over time. We also tested the efficacy of primary HC spheroids engrafted in the liver. With the NIS reporter, robust spheroid engraftment and survival could be detected longitudinally after direct parenchymal injection, and this thereby demonstrated a novel strategy for HC transplantation. This work is the first to demonstrate the efficacy of NIS imaging in the field of HC transplantation. We anticipate that NIS labeling will allow noninvasive and longitudinal identification of HCs and stem cells in future studies related to liver regeneration in small and large preclinical animal models.
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- Raymond D. Hickey
- Department of Molecular Medicine, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN, USA
- Department of Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN, USA
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- Department of Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN, USA
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- Department of Molecular Medicine, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN, USA
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- Department of Molecular Medicine, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN, USA
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- Department of Molecular Medicine, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN, USA
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- Department of Molecular Medicine, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN, USA
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Koblihová E, Lukšan O, Mrázová I, Ryska M, Červenka L. Hepatocyte transplantation attenuates the course of acute liver failure induced by thioacetamide in Lewis rats. Physiol Res 2015; 64:689-700. [PMID: 25804092 DOI: 10.33549/physiolres.932914] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/20/2023] Open
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Acute liver failure (ALF) is a clinical syndrome resulting from widespread damage of hepatocytes, with extremely high mortality rate. Urgent orthotopic liver transplantation was shown to be the most effective therapy for ALF but this treatment option is limited by scarcity of donor organs. Therefore, hepatocyte transplantation (Tx) has emerged as a new therapeutical measure for ALF, however, the first clinical applications proved unsatisfactory. Apparently, extensive preclinical studies are needed. Our aim was to examine if hepatocytes isolated from transgenic "firefly luciferase" Lewis rats into the recipient liver would attenuate the course of thioacetamide (TAA)-induced ALF in Lewis rats. Untreated Lewis rats after TAA administration showed a profound decrease in survival rate; no animal survived 54 h. The rats showed marked increases in plasma alanine aminotransferase (ALT) and aspartate aminotransferase (AST) activities, in plasma level of bilirubin and ammonia (NH(3)), and in a significant decrease in plasma albumin. Hepatocyte Tx attenuated the course of TAA-induced ALF Lewis rats which was reflected by improved survival rate and reduced degree of liver injury showing as lowering of elevated plasma ALT, AST, NH(3) and bilirubin levels and increasing plasma albumin. In addition, bioluminescence imaging analyses have shown that in the TAA-damaged livers the transplanted hepatocyte were fully viable throughout the experiment. In conclusion, the results show that hepatocyte Tx into the liver can attenuate the course of TAA-induced ALF in Lewis rats. This information should be considered in attempts to develop new therapeutic approaches to the treatment of ALF.
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- E Koblihová
- Department of Surgery, Second Faculty of Medicine, Charles University and Central Military Hospital, Prague, Czech Republic, Department of Pathophysiology, Second Faculty of Medicine, Charles University, Prague, Czech Republic.
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Chen G, Jin Y, Shi X, Qiu Y, Zhang Y, Cheng M, Wang X, Chen C, Wu Y, Jiang F, Li L, Zhou H, Fu Q, Liu X. Adipose-derived stem cell-based treatment for acute liver failure. Stem Cell Res Ther 2015; 6:40. [PMID: 25890008 PMCID: PMC4425851 DOI: 10.1186/s13287-015-0040-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 30] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/14/2014] [Revised: 11/14/2014] [Accepted: 03/05/2015] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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INTRODUCTION Acute liver failure (ALF) is a highly lethal disease, for which effective therapeutic methods are limited. Although allogeneic liver transplantation is a viable treatment method for ALF, there is a serious shortage of liver donors. Recent studies suggest that stem cell transplantation is a more promising alternative. Hence, we investigate whether human adipose-derived stem cells (ASCs) have the therapeutic potential for ALF in this study based on the studies of rat models. METHODS Sprague Dawley rats were used to establish ALF models by D-galactosamine injection. These rats were randomly divided into a human ASC-treated group and a phosphate-buffered saline (PBS) control group. The human ASCs or PBS was transplanted through the spleen of rats. The indices of hepatic function and hepatic histology were dynamically detected, and the survival rates of rats were also counted. Double-fluorescence immunohistochemistry was employed to detect the ASC fate after transplantation. Moreover, both concentrated ASC conditional media and ASC lysates were transplanted through the femoral vain of rats to investigate the therapeutic potential for ALF. RESULTS The ASC transplantation group showed improved viability in comparison with the sham control. Histological and biochemical analysis suggested that liver morphology and function were improved in terms of cell proliferation and apoptosis. Although a plethora of ASCs persist in the spleen, the improvement in liver function was obvious. However, ASCs did not differentiate into hepatocytes after engrafting to livers within 3 days. In addition, both concentrated serum-free ASC conditional media and ASC lysates, characterized by high levels of hepatocyte growth factor and vascular endothelial growth factor, demonstrated obvious improvement in terms of high survival rates of ALF rats. CONCLUSION Our data suggest that ASC transplantation has the potential for ALF treatment partly by the mechanism of secreting growth factors contributing to liver regeneration.
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- Guangfeng Chen
- Tenth People's Hospital, Tongji University School of Medicine, 301 Yanchangzhong Road, Shanghai, 200072, P.R. China.
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- Shanghai Liver Diseases Research Center, The Nanjing Military Command, 9585 Humin Road, Shanghai, 200235, P.R. China.
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- Tenth People's Hospital, Tongji University School of Medicine, 301 Yanchangzhong Road, Shanghai, 200072, P.R. China.
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- Tenth People's Hospital, Tongji University School of Medicine, 301 Yanchangzhong Road, Shanghai, 200072, P.R. China.
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- Tenth People's Hospital, Tongji University School of Medicine, 301 Yanchangzhong Road, Shanghai, 200072, P.R. China.
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- Department of Infectious Diseases, Affiliated Hospital, Guiyang Medical College, 9 Beijing Road, Guiyang, 550004, P.R. China.
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- Shanghai Liver Diseases Research Center, The Nanjing Military Command, 9585 Humin Road, Shanghai, 200235, P.R. China.
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- Shanghai Liver Diseases Research Center, The Nanjing Military Command, 9585 Humin Road, Shanghai, 200235, P.R. China.
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- Shanghai Liver Diseases Research Center, The Nanjing Military Command, 9585 Humin Road, Shanghai, 200235, P.R. China.
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- Shanghai Liver Diseases Research Center, The Nanjing Military Command, 9585 Humin Road, Shanghai, 200235, P.R. China.
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- Shanghai Liver Diseases Research Center, The Nanjing Military Command, 9585 Humin Road, Shanghai, 200235, P.R. China.
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- Shanghai Liver Diseases Research Center, The Nanjing Military Command, 9585 Humin Road, Shanghai, 200235, P.R. China.
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- Shanghai Liver Diseases Research Center, The Nanjing Military Command, 9585 Humin Road, Shanghai, 200235, P.R. China.
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- Tenth People's Hospital, Tongji University School of Medicine, 301 Yanchangzhong Road, Shanghai, 200072, P.R. China.
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Sufiandi S, Obara H, Enosawa S, Hsu HC, Matsuno N, Mizunuma H. Improvement of Infusion Process in Cell Transplantation: Effect of Shear Stress on Hepatocyte Viability Under Horizontal and Vertical Syringe Orientation. CELL MEDICINE 2015; 7:59-66. [PMID: 26858894 PMCID: PMC4733837 DOI: 10.3727/215517914x685150] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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Improving cell viability and function are important for enhancing the clinical results of cell transplantation. The relationship between cell viability and shear stress remains unexplained, and sedimentation effects during the infusion process are important to the hepatocyte transplantation process. In the present study, the relationship between cell viability and shear stress in the presence of sedimentation effect was investigated using a microchannel simulating the cell transplantation process under several shear stress conditions. Horizontal and vertical syringe orientations were employed to investigate the sedimentation effect. The vertical syringe orientation resulted in lower viability loss than the horizontal orientation. In summary, removing a sedimentation effect is important to improving cell viability by preventing high shear stress.
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- Sandi Sufiandi
- *Department of Mechanical Engineering, Graduate School of Science and Engineering, Tokyo Metropolitan University, Hachioji, Tokyo, Japan
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- *Department of Mechanical Engineering, Graduate School of Science and Engineering, Tokyo Metropolitan University, Hachioji, Tokyo, Japan
- †Clinical Research Center, National Center for Child Health and Development, Setagaya-ku, Tokyo, Japan
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- †Clinical Research Center, National Center for Child Health and Development, Setagaya-ku, Tokyo, Japan
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- †Clinical Research Center, National Center for Child Health and Development, Setagaya-ku, Tokyo, Japan
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- *Department of Mechanical Engineering, Graduate School of Science and Engineering, Tokyo Metropolitan University, Hachioji, Tokyo, Japan
- †Clinical Research Center, National Center for Child Health and Development, Setagaya-ku, Tokyo, Japan
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- *Department of Mechanical Engineering, Graduate School of Science and Engineering, Tokyo Metropolitan University, Hachioji, Tokyo, Japan
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Gramignoli R, Vosough M, Kannisto K, Srinivasan RC, Strom SC. Clinical Hepatocyte Transplantation: Practical Limits and Possible Solutions. Eur Surg Res 2015; 54:162-77. [DOI: 10.1159/000369552] [Citation(s) in RCA: 76] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/24/2014] [Accepted: 11/04/2014] [Indexed: 01/07/2023]
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Since the first human hepatocyte transplants (HTx) in 1992, clinical studies have clearly established proof of principle for this therapy as a treatment for patients with acquired or inherited liver disease. Although major accomplishments have been made, there are still some specific limitations to this technology, which, if overcome, could greatly enhance the efficacy and implementation of this therapy. Here, we describe what in our view are the most significant obstacles to the clinical application of HTx and review the solutions currently proposed. The obstacles of significance include the limited number and quality of liver tissues as a cell source, the lack of clinical grade reagents, quality control evaluation of hepatocytes prior to transplantation, hypothermic storage of cells prior to transplantation, preconditioning treatments to enhance engraftment and proliferation of donor cells, tracking or monitoring cells after transplantation, and the optimal immunosuppression protocols for transplant recipients.
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Sullivan DC, Repper JP, Frock AW, McFetridge PS, Petersen BE. Current Translational Challenges for Tissue Engineering: 3D Culture, Nanotechnology, and Decellularized Matrices. CURRENT PATHOBIOLOGY REPORTS 2015. [DOI: 10.1007/s40139-015-0066-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/15/2022]
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Lancaster EM, Hiatt JR, Zarrinpar A. Acetaminophen hepatotoxicity: an updated review. Arch Toxicol 2014; 89:193-9. [PMID: 25537186 DOI: 10.1007/s00204-014-1432-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 179] [Impact Index Per Article: 17.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/24/2014] [Accepted: 12/04/2014] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
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As the most common cause of acute liver failure (ALF) in the USA and UK, acetaminophen-induced hepatotoxicity remains a significant public health concern and common indication for emergent liver transplantation. This problem is largely attributable to acetaminophen combination products frequently prescribed by physicians and other healthcare professionals, with unintentional and chronic overdose accounting for over 50 % of cases of acetaminophen-related ALF. Treatment with N-acetylcysteine can effectively reduce progression to ALF if given early after an acute overdose; however, liver transplantation is the only routinely used life-saving therapy once ALF has developed. With the rapid course of acetaminophen-related ALF and limited supply of donor livers, early and accurate diagnosis of patients that will require transplantation for survival is crucial. Efforts in developing novel treatments for acetaminophen-induced ALF are directed toward bridging patients to recovery. These include auxiliary, artificial, and bioartificial support systems. This review outlines the most recent developments in diagnosis and management of acetaminophen-induced ALF.
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Liu WH, Song FQ, Ren LN, Guo WQ, Wang T, Feng YX, Tang LJ, Li K. The multiple functional roles of mesenchymal stem cells in participating in treating liver diseases. J Cell Mol Med 2014; 19:511-20. [PMID: 25534251 PMCID: PMC4369809 DOI: 10.1111/jcmm.12482] [Citation(s) in RCA: 95] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/19/2014] [Accepted: 10/07/2014] [Indexed: 12/15/2022] Open
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Mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) are a group of stem cells derived from the mesodermal mesenchyme. MSCs can be obtained from a variety of tissues, including bone marrow, umbilical cord tissue, umbilical cord blood, peripheral blood and adipose tissue. Under certain conditions, MSCs can differentiate into many cell types both in vitro and in vivo, including hepatocytes. To date, four main strategies have been developed to induce the transdifferentiation of MSCs into hepatocytes: addition of chemical compounds and cytokines, genetic modification, adjustment of the micro-environment and alteration of the physical parameters used for culturing MSCs. Although the phenomenon of transdifferentiation of MSCs into hepatocytes has been described, the detailed mechanism is far from clear. Generally, the mechanism is a cascade reaction whereby stimulating factors activate cellular signalling pathways, which in turn promote the production of transcription factors, leading to hepatic gene expression. Because MSCs can give rise to hepatocytes, they are promising to be used as a new treatment for liver dysfunction or as a bridge to liver transplantation. Numerous studies have confirmed the therapeutic effects of MSCs on hepatic fibrosis, cirrhosis and other liver diseases, which may be related to the differentiation of MSCs into functional hepatocytes. In addition to transdifferentiation into hepatocytes, when MSCs are used to treat liver disease, they may also inhibit hepatocellular apoptosis and secrete various bioactive molecules to promote liver regeneration. In this review, the capacity and molecular mechanism of MSC transdifferentiation, and the therapeutic effects of MSCs on liver diseases are thoroughly discussed.
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- Wei-hui Liu
- General Surgery Center, Chengdu Military General Hospital, Chengdu, Sichuan Province, China
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Cardinale V, Carpino G, Gentile R, Napoletano C, Rahimi H, Franchitto A, Semeraro R, Nuti M, Onori P, Berloco PB, Rossi M, Bosco D, Brunelli R, Fraveto A, Napoli C, Torrice A, Gatto M, Venere R, Bastianelli C, Aliberti C, Salvatori FM, Bresadola L, Bezzi M, Attili AF, Reid L, Gaudio E, Alvaro D. Transplantation of human fetal biliary tree stem/progenitor cells into two patients with advanced liver cirrhosis. BMC Gastroenterol 2014; 14:204. [PMID: 25471120 PMCID: PMC4267130 DOI: 10.1186/s12876-014-0204-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 41] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/21/2014] [Accepted: 11/19/2014] [Indexed: 12/12/2022] Open
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Background Efforts to identify cell sources and approaches for cell therapy of liver diseases are ongoing, taking into consideration the limits recognized for adult liver tissue and for other forms of stem cells. In the present study, we described the first procedure of via hepatic artery transplantation of human fetal biliary tree stem cells in patients with advanced cirrhosis. Methods The cells were immune-sorted from human fetal biliary tree by protocols in accordance with current good manufacturing practice (cGMP) and extensively characterized. Two patients with advanced liver cirrhosis (Child-Pugh C) have been submitted to the procedure and observed through a 12 months follow-up. Results The resulting procedure was found absolutely safe. Immuno-suppressants were not required, and the patients did not display any adverse effects correlated with cell transplantation or suggestive of immunological complications. From a clinical point of view, both patients showed biochemical and clinical improvement during the 6 month follow-up and the second patient maintained a stable improvement for 12 months. Conclusion This report represents proof of the concept that the human fetal biliary tree stem cells are a suitable and large source for cell therapy of liver cirrhosis. The isolation procedure can be carried out under cGMP conditions and, finally, the infusion procedure is easy and safe for the patients. This represents the basis for forthcoming controlled clinical trials. Electronic supplementary material The online version of this article (doi:10.1186/s12876-014-0204-z) contains supplementary material, which is available to authorized users.
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- Vincenzo Cardinale
- Department of Medico-Surgical Sciences and Biotechnologies, Polo Pontino, Sapienza University of Rome, Corso della Repubblica 79, Latina, 04100, Italy.
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- Department of Movement, Human and Health Sciences, Division of Health Sciences, University of Rome "Foro Italico", Rome, 00151, Italy.
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- Department of Medico-Surgical Sciences and Biotechnologies, Polo Pontino, Sapienza University of Rome, Corso della Repubblica 79, Latina, 04100, Italy.
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- Department of Experimental Medicine, Viale Regina Elena 324, Rome, 00161, Italy.
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- Department of Experimental Medicine, Viale Regina Elena 324, Rome, 00161, Italy.
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- Department of Anatomical, Histological, Forensic Medicine and Orthopedics Sciences, Via Alfonso Borelli 50, Rome, 00185, Italy. .,Eleonora Lorillard Spencer-Cenci Foundation, Rome, 00100, Italy.
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- Department of Medico-Surgical Sciences and Biotechnologies, Polo Pontino, Sapienza University of Rome, Corso della Repubblica 79, Latina, 04100, Italy.
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- Department of Experimental Medicine, Viale Regina Elena 324, Rome, 00161, Italy.
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- Department of Anatomical, Histological, Forensic Medicine and Orthopedics Sciences, Via Alfonso Borelli 50, Rome, 00185, Italy.
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- Department of General Surgery and Organ Transplantation, Viale del Policlinico 155, Rome, 00161, Italy.
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- Department of Experimental Medicine, Viale Regina Elena 324, Rome, 00161, Italy.
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- Department of Gynecologic-Obstetric and Urologic Sciences, Viale Regina Elena 324, Rome, 00161, Italy.
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- Department of Medico-Surgical Sciences and Biotechnologies, Polo Pontino, Sapienza University of Rome, Corso della Repubblica 79, Latina, 04100, Italy.
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- Department of Medico-Surgical Sciences and Biotechnologies, Polo Pontino, Sapienza University of Rome, Corso della Repubblica 79, Latina, 04100, Italy.
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- Department of Medico-Surgical Sciences and Biotechnologies, Polo Pontino, Sapienza University of Rome, Corso della Repubblica 79, Latina, 04100, Italy.
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- Department of Medico-Surgical Sciences and Biotechnologies, Polo Pontino, Sapienza University of Rome, Corso della Repubblica 79, Latina, 04100, Italy.
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- Department of Medico-Surgical Sciences and Biotechnologies, Polo Pontino, Sapienza University of Rome, Corso della Repubblica 79, Latina, 04100, Italy.
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- Department of Gynecologic-Obstetric and Urologic Sciences, Viale Regina Elena 324, Rome, 00161, Italy.
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- Department of Gynecologic-Obstetric and Urologic Sciences, Viale Regina Elena 324, Rome, 00161, Italy.
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- Department of Radiological Sciences, Viale Regina Elena 324, Rome, 00161, Italy.
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- Department of Radiological Sciences, Viale Regina Elena 324, Rome, 00161, Italy.
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- Department of Cell Biology and Physiology, Program in Molecular Biology and Biotechnology, UNC School of Medicine, Chapel Hill, NC, 27599, USA.
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- Department of Anatomical, Histological, Forensic Medicine and Orthopedics Sciences, Via Alfonso Borelli 50, Rome, 00185, Italy.
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- Department of Medico-Surgical Sciences and Biotechnologies, Polo Pontino, Sapienza University of Rome, Corso della Repubblica 79, Latina, 04100, Italy. .,Eleonora Lorillard Spencer-Cenci Foundation, Rome, 00100, Italy.
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Zhang Y, Xu L, Wang S, Cai C, Yan L. Concise Review: Differentiation of Human Adult Stem Cells Into Hepatocyte-like Cells In vitro. Int J Stem Cells 2014; 7:49-54. [PMID: 25473441 PMCID: PMC4249903 DOI: 10.15283/ijsc.2014.7.2.49] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 07/08/2014] [Indexed: 12/12/2022] Open
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Adult stem cells (ASCs) are undifferentiated cells found throughout the body that divide to replenish dying cells and regenerate damaged tissues, which are the powerful sources for cell therapy and tissue engineering. Bone marrow-derived mesenchymal stem cells (BMSCs), adipose tissue-derived mesenchymal stem cells (ADSCs), and peripheral blood monocytes (PBMCs) are the common ASCs, and many studies indicated that ASCs isolated from various adult tissues could be induced to hepatocyte-like cells in vitro. However, the isolation, culture protocols, characterization of ASCs and hepatocyte-like cells are different. This review aims to describe the isolation and culture procedures for ASCs, to summarize the molecular characterization of ASCs, to characterize function of hepatocyte-like cells, and to discuss the future role of ASCs in cell therapy and tissue engineering.
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- Yunwei Zhang
- Department of Gastroenterology, Institute of Geriatrics, Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Institute of Geriatrics, Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing, China
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- Transfusion Blood Department, Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Institute of Geriatrics, Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Institute of Geriatrics, Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing, China
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Hansel MC, Gramignoli R, Skvorak KJ, Dorko K, Marongiu F, Blake W, Davila J, Strom SC. The history and use of human hepatocytes for the treatment of liver diseases: the first 100 patients. CURRENT PROTOCOLS IN TOXICOLOGY 2014; 62:14.12.1-23. [PMID: 25378242 PMCID: PMC4343212 DOI: 10.1002/0471140856.tx1412s62] [Citation(s) in RCA: 62] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/26/2023]
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Orthotopic liver transplantation remains the only curative treatment for many end-stage liver diseases, yet the number of patients receiving liver transplants remains limited by the number of organs available for transplant. There is a need for alternative therapies for liver diseases. The transplantation of isolated hepatocytes (liver cells) has been used as an experimental therapy for liver disease in a limited number of cases. Recently, the 100th case of hepatocyte transplantation was reported. This review discusses the history of the hepatocyte transplant field, the major discoveries that supported and enabled the first hepatocyte transplants, and reviews the cases and outcomes of the first 100 clinical transplants. Some of the problems that limit the application or efficacy of hepatocyte transplantation are discussed, as are possible solutions to these problems. In conclusion, hepatocyte transplants have proven effective particularly in cases of metabolic liver disease where reversal or amelioration of the characteristic symptoms of the disease is easily quantified. However, no patients have been completely corrected of a metabolic liver disease for a significant amount of time by hepatocyte transplantation alone. It is likely that future developments in new sources of cells for transplantation will be required before this cellular therapy can be fully implemented and available for large numbers of patients.
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- Marc C Hansel
- Department of Pathology, University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania; McGowan Institute for Regenerative Medicine, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
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The Fas/Fas ligand apoptosis pathway underlies immunomodulatory properties of human biliary tree stem/progenitor cells. J Hepatol 2014; 61:1097-105. [PMID: 24953023 DOI: 10.1016/j.jhep.2014.06.016] [Citation(s) in RCA: 31] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/16/2013] [Revised: 05/14/2014] [Accepted: 06/11/2014] [Indexed: 12/28/2022]
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BACKGROUND & AIMS Human biliary tree stem/progenitor cells (hBTSCs) are multipotent epithelial stem cells, easily obtained from the biliary tree, with the potential for regenerative medicine in liver, biliary tree, and pancreas diseases. Recent reports indicate that human mesenchymal stem cells are able to modulate the T cell immune response. However, no information exists on the capabilities of hBTSCs to control the allogeneic response. The aims of this study were to evaluate FasL expression in hBTSCs, to study the in vitro interaction between hBTSCs and human lymphocytes, and the role of Fas/FasL modulation in inducing T cell apoptosis in hBTSCs/T cell co-cultures. METHODS Fas and FasL expression were evaluated in situ and in vitro by immunofluorescence and western blotting. Co-cultures of hBTSCs with human leukocytes were used to analyze the influence of hBTSCs on lymphocytes activation and apoptosis. RESULTS hBTSCs expressed HLA antigens and FasL in situ and in vitro. Western blot data demonstrated that hBTSCs constitutively expressed high levels of FasL that increased after co-culture with T cells. Confocal microscopy demonstrated that FasL expression was restricted to EpCAM(+)/LGR5(+) cells. FACS analysis of T cells co-cultured with hBTSCs indicated that hBTSCs were able to induce apoptosis in activated CD4(+) and CD8(+) T cell populations. Moreover, the Fas receptor appears to be more expressed in T cells co-cultured with hBTSCs than in resting T cells. CONCLUSIONS Our data suggest that hBTSCs could modulate the T cell response through the production of FasL, which influences the lymphocyte Fas/FasL pathway by inducing "premature" apoptosis in CD4(+) and CD8(+) T cells.
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Semeraro R, Cardinale V, Carpino G, Gentile R, Napoli C, Venere R, Gatto M, Brunelli R, Gaudio E, Alvaro D. The fetal liver as cell source for the regenerative medicine of liver and pancreas. ANNALS OF TRANSLATIONAL MEDICINE 2014; 1:13. [PMID: 25332958 DOI: 10.3978/j.issn.2305-5839.2012.10.02] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/10/2012] [Accepted: 10/15/2012] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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Patients affected by liver diseases and diabetes mellitus are in need for sources of new cells to enable a better transition into clinic programs of cell therapy and regenerative medicine. In this setting, fetal liver is becoming the most promising and available source of cells. Fetal liver displays unique characteristics given the possibility to isolate cell populations with a wide spectrum of endodermal differentiation and, the co-existence of endodermal and mesenchymal-derived cells. Thus, the fetal liver is a unique and highly available cell source contemporarily candidate for the regenerative medicine of both liver and pancreas. The purpose of this review is to revise the recent literature on the different stem cells populations isolable from fetal liver and candidate to cell therapy of liver diseases and diabetes and to discuss advantages and limitation with respect to other cell sources.
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- Rossella Semeraro
- 1 Department of Medico-Surgical Sciences and Biotechnologies, Polo Pontino, 2 Department of Anatomical, Histological, Forensic Medicine and Orthopedics Sciences, 3 Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy ; 4 Department of Health Sciences, University of Rome "Foro Italico", Rome, Italy ; 5 Eleonora Lorillard Spencer-Cenci Foundation, Rome, Italy
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- 1 Department of Medico-Surgical Sciences and Biotechnologies, Polo Pontino, 2 Department of Anatomical, Histological, Forensic Medicine and Orthopedics Sciences, 3 Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy ; 4 Department of Health Sciences, University of Rome "Foro Italico", Rome, Italy ; 5 Eleonora Lorillard Spencer-Cenci Foundation, Rome, Italy
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- 1 Department of Medico-Surgical Sciences and Biotechnologies, Polo Pontino, 2 Department of Anatomical, Histological, Forensic Medicine and Orthopedics Sciences, 3 Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy ; 4 Department of Health Sciences, University of Rome "Foro Italico", Rome, Italy ; 5 Eleonora Lorillard Spencer-Cenci Foundation, Rome, Italy
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- 1 Department of Medico-Surgical Sciences and Biotechnologies, Polo Pontino, 2 Department of Anatomical, Histological, Forensic Medicine and Orthopedics Sciences, 3 Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy ; 4 Department of Health Sciences, University of Rome "Foro Italico", Rome, Italy ; 5 Eleonora Lorillard Spencer-Cenci Foundation, Rome, Italy
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- 1 Department of Medico-Surgical Sciences and Biotechnologies, Polo Pontino, 2 Department of Anatomical, Histological, Forensic Medicine and Orthopedics Sciences, 3 Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy ; 4 Department of Health Sciences, University of Rome "Foro Italico", Rome, Italy ; 5 Eleonora Lorillard Spencer-Cenci Foundation, Rome, Italy
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- 1 Department of Medico-Surgical Sciences and Biotechnologies, Polo Pontino, 2 Department of Anatomical, Histological, Forensic Medicine and Orthopedics Sciences, 3 Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy ; 4 Department of Health Sciences, University of Rome "Foro Italico", Rome, Italy ; 5 Eleonora Lorillard Spencer-Cenci Foundation, Rome, Italy
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- 1 Department of Medico-Surgical Sciences and Biotechnologies, Polo Pontino, 2 Department of Anatomical, Histological, Forensic Medicine and Orthopedics Sciences, 3 Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy ; 4 Department of Health Sciences, University of Rome "Foro Italico", Rome, Italy ; 5 Eleonora Lorillard Spencer-Cenci Foundation, Rome, Italy
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- 1 Department of Medico-Surgical Sciences and Biotechnologies, Polo Pontino, 2 Department of Anatomical, Histological, Forensic Medicine and Orthopedics Sciences, 3 Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy ; 4 Department of Health Sciences, University of Rome "Foro Italico", Rome, Italy ; 5 Eleonora Lorillard Spencer-Cenci Foundation, Rome, Italy
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- 1 Department of Medico-Surgical Sciences and Biotechnologies, Polo Pontino, 2 Department of Anatomical, Histological, Forensic Medicine and Orthopedics Sciences, 3 Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy ; 4 Department of Health Sciences, University of Rome "Foro Italico", Rome, Italy ; 5 Eleonora Lorillard Spencer-Cenci Foundation, Rome, Italy
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- 1 Department of Medico-Surgical Sciences and Biotechnologies, Polo Pontino, 2 Department of Anatomical, Histological, Forensic Medicine and Orthopedics Sciences, 3 Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy ; 4 Department of Health Sciences, University of Rome "Foro Italico", Rome, Italy ; 5 Eleonora Lorillard Spencer-Cenci Foundation, Rome, Italy
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Efficient large-scale generation of functional hepatocytes from mouse embryonic stem cells grown in a rotating bioreactor with exogenous growth factors and hormones. Stem Cell Res Ther 2014; 4:145. [PMID: 24294908 PMCID: PMC4054944 DOI: 10.1186/scrt356] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/23/2013] [Revised: 09/30/2013] [Accepted: 10/21/2013] [Indexed: 12/19/2022] Open
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Introduction Embryonic stem (ES) cells are considered a potentially advantageous source of hepatocytes for both transplantation and the development of bioartificial livers. However, the efficient large-scale generation of functional hepatocytes from ES cells remains a major challenge, especially for those methods compatible with clinical applications. Methods In this study, we investigated whether a large number of functional hepatocytes can be differentiated from mouse ES (mES) cells using a simulated microgravity bioreactor. mES cells were cultured in a rotating bioreactor in the presence of exogenous growth factors and hormones to form embryoid bodies (EBs), which then differentiated into hepatocytes. Results During the rotating culture, most of the EB-derived cells gradually showed the histologic characteristics of normal hepatocytes. More specifically, the expression of hepatic genes and proteins was detected at a higher level in the differentiated cells from the bioreactor culture than in cells from a static culture. On further growing, the EBs on tissue-culture plates, most of the EB-derived cells were found to display the morphologic features of hepatocytes, as well as albumin synthesis. In addition, the EB-derived cells grown in the rotating bioreactor exhibited higher levels of liver-specific functions, such as glycogen storage, cytochrome P450 activity, low-density lipoprotein, and indocyanine green uptake, than did differentiated cells grown in static culture. When the EB-derived cells from day-14 EBs and the cells’ culture supernatant were injected into nude mice, the transplanted cells were engrafted into the recipient livers. Conclusions Large quantities of high-quality hepatocytes can be generated from mES cells in a rotating bioreactor via EB formation. This system may be useful in the large-scale generation of hepatocytes for both cell transplantation and the development of bioartificial livers.
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Cell-based therapy for acute and chronic liver failures: distinct diseases, different choices. Sci Rep 2014; 4:6494. [PMID: 25263068 PMCID: PMC4178291 DOI: 10.1038/srep06494] [Citation(s) in RCA: 26] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/10/2014] [Accepted: 09/08/2014] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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Cell-based therapies (CBTs) are considered the effective approaches to treat liver failure. However, which cell type is the most suitable source of CBTs for acute liver failure (ALF) or chronic liver failure (CLF) remains unclear. To investigate this, mature hepatocytes in adult liver (adult HCs), fetal liver cells (FLCs), induced hepatic stem cells (iHepSCs) and bone marrow derived mesenchymal stromal cells (BMSCs) were used to CBTs for ConA-induced ALF and Fah-deficient induced CLF in mice. The results showed that only BMSCs remitted liver damage and rescued ALF in ConA-treated mice. In this process, BMSCs inhibited ConA-induced inflammatory response by decreasing the mRNA expressions of TNF-α, IFN-γ and FasL and increasing IL-10 mRNA expression. However, in the CLF model, not BMSCs but adult HCs transplantation lessened liver injury, recovered liver function and rescued the life of Fah-/- mice after NTBC withdrawal. Further study showed that adult HCs offered more effective liver regeneration compared to other cells in Fah-/- mice without NTBC. These results demonstrated that BMSCs and adult HCs are the optimal sources of CBTs for ConA-induced ALF and Fah-deficient induced CLF in mice, respectively. This finding deepens our understanding about how to select a proper CBT for different liver failure.
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Matsuura K, Utoh R, Nagase K, Okano T. Cell sheet approach for tissue engineering and regenerative medicine. J Control Release 2014; 190:228-39. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jconrel.2014.05.024] [Citation(s) in RCA: 162] [Impact Index Per Article: 16.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/25/2014] [Revised: 05/10/2014] [Accepted: 05/13/2014] [Indexed: 01/06/2023]
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Fox IJ, Daley GQ, Goldman SA, Huard J, Kamp TJ, Trucco M. Stem cell therapy. Use of differentiated pluripotent stem cells as replacement therapy for treating disease. Science 2014; 345:1247391. [PMID: 25146295 PMCID: PMC4329726 DOI: 10.1126/science.1247391] [Citation(s) in RCA: 220] [Impact Index Per Article: 22.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/17/2022]
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Pluripotent stem cells (PSCs) directed to various cell fates holds promise as source material for treating numerous disorders. The availability of precisely differentiated PSC-derived cells will dramatically affect blood component and hematopoietic stem cell therapies and should facilitate treatment of diabetes, some forms of liver disease and neurologic disorders, retinal diseases, and possibly heart disease. Although an unlimited supply of specific cell types is needed, other barriers must be overcome. This review of the state of cell therapies highlights important challenges. Successful cell transplantation will require optimizing the best cell type and site for engraftment, overcoming limitations to cell migration and tissue integration, and occasionally needing to control immunologic reactivity, as well as a number of other challenges. Collaboration among scientists, clinicians, and industry is critical for generating new stem cell-based therapies.
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- Ira J Fox
- Department of Surgery, Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh and McGowan Institute for Regenerative Medicine, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA, USA.
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- Boston Children's Hospital and Dana Farber Cancer Institute, Boston, MA, USA. Department of Biological Chemistry and Molecular Pharmacology, Harvard Medical School Broad Institute, Cambridge, MA, USA. Howard Hughes Medical Institute, Chevy Chase, MD, USA
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- Center for Translational Neuromedicine, The University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, NY, USA. Center for Basic and Translational Neuroscience, University of Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Stem Cell Research Center, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Pittsburgh, School of Medicine, Pittsburgh, PA, USA
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- Stem Cell and Regenerative Medicine Center, Cellular and Molecular Arrhythmia Research Program, Department of Medicine, School of Medicine and Public Health, University of Wisconsin, Madison, WI, USA
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- Division of Immunogenetics, Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA, USA
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Na GH, Kim DG, Kim YH, Han JH, Jung ES. Effects of glucose concentration in the medium on rat hepatocyte culture. Ann Surg Treat Res 2014; 87:53-60. [PMID: 25114883 PMCID: PMC4127907 DOI: 10.4174/astr.2014.87.2.53] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/17/2014] [Revised: 04/07/2014] [Accepted: 04/28/2014] [Indexed: 11/30/2022] Open
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Purpose To determine the optimum culture conditions by investigating isolated rat hepatocytes cultured in medium containing different glucose concentrations. Methods Hepatocytes were isolated from rats using a two-step perfusion technique and divided into the following two groups cultured in medium containing different glucose concentrations: (1) low-glucose group and (2) high-glucose group. Total cell count and viability of cultured rat hepatocytes and liver function parameters (i.e., concentrations of albumin, ammonia, and urea in the culture medium) were measured. The morphology of cultured rat hepatocytes was examined by staining with hematoxylin and eosin, and albumin receptor expression was confirmed by immunofluorescence. Results Total cell count and viability showed smaller increases in the low-glucose group than the high-glucose group, although the difference was not statistically significant (P = 0.112 and P = 0.147, respectively). The levels of albumin (P = 0.943), ammonia (P = 0.744), and urea (P = 0.709) were not significantly different between the two groups. In both groups, the function of cultured hepatocytes decreased significantly over time. The morphology of hepatocytes was well maintained in both groups at 3 days. On day 7, the cytoplasm was transformed into a spindle shape. On day 10, these changes were exaggerated, and were more prominent in the high-glucose group. Conclusion Morphological assessment indicated that low-glucose culture medium is better than high-glucose culture medium for culturing of hepatocytes, although there was not significantly different in functional assessment. The cultured hepatocytes with low-glucose culture medium could be maintained for 7 days.
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- Gun Hyung Na
- Department of Surgery, Seoul St. Mary's Hospital, The Catholic University of Korea College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Surgery, Seoul St. Mary's Hospital, The Catholic University of Korea College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Surgery, Seoul St. Mary's Hospital, The Catholic University of Korea College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Surgery, Seoul St. Mary's Hospital, The Catholic University of Korea College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Pathology, Seoul St. Mary's Hospital, The Catholic University of Korea College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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Despite the tremendous hurdles presented by the complexity of the liver's structure and function, advances in liver physiology, stem cell biology and reprogramming, and the engineering of tissues and devices are accelerating the development of cell-based therapies for treating liver disease and liver failure. This State of the Art Review discusses both the near- and long-term prospects for such cell-based therapies and the unique challenges for clinical translation.
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- Sangeeta N Bhatia
- Institute for Medical Engineering & Science at MIT, Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, David H. Koch Institute at MIT, and the Howard Hughes Medical Institute, Cambridge, MA 02139, USA. Division of Medicine, Brigham and Women's Hospital, Boston, MA 02115, USA.
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- Department of Bioengineering, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, IL 61801, USA
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- Institute for Regenerative Medicine, Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA 19104, USA
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- Department of Surgery, Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh of UPMC, University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, and McGowan Institute for Regenerative Medicine, Pittsburgh, PA 15224, USA
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Simeonov KP, Uppal H. Direct reprogramming of human fibroblasts to hepatocyte-like cells by synthetic modified mRNAs. PLoS One 2014; 9:e100134. [PMID: 24963715 PMCID: PMC4070971 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0100134] [Citation(s) in RCA: 66] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/28/2014] [Accepted: 05/22/2014] [Indexed: 01/14/2023] Open
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Direct reprogramming by overexpression of defined transcription factors is a promising new method of deriving useful but rare cell types from readily available ones. While the method presents numerous advantages over induced pluripotent stem (iPS) cell approaches, a focus on murine conversions and a reliance on retroviral vectors limit potential human applications. Here we address these concerns by demonstrating direct conversion of human fibroblasts to hepatocyte-like cells via repeated transfection with synthetic modified mRNAs. Hepatic induction was achieved with as little as three transcription factor mRNAs encoding HNF1A plus any two of the factors, FOXA1, FOXA3, or HNF4A in the presence of an optimized hepatic growth medium. We show that the absolute necessity of exogenous HNF1A mRNA delivery is explained both by the factor's inability to be activated by any other factors screened and its simultaneous ability to strongly induce expression of other master hepatic transcription factors. Further analysis of factor interaction showed that a series of robust cross-activations exist between factors that induce a hepatocyte-like state. Transcriptome and small RNA sequencing during conversion toward hepatocyte-like cells revealed global preferential activation of liver genes and miRNAs over those associated with other endodermal tissues, as well as downregulation of fibroblast-associated genes. Induced hepatocyte-like cells also exhibited hepatic morphology and protein expression. Our data provide insight into the process by which direct hepatic reprogramming occurs in human cells. More importantly, by demonstrating that it is possible to achieve direct reprogramming without the use of retroviral gene delivery, our results supply a crucial step toward realizing the potential of direct reprogramming in regenerative medicine.
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- Kamen P. Simeonov
- Department of Investigative Toxicology, Genentech, South San Francisco, California, United States of America
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- Department of Investigative Toxicology, Genentech, South San Francisco, California, United States of America
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Carpino G, Cardinale V, Gentile R, Onori P, Semeraro R, Franchitto A, Wang Y, Bosco D, Iossa A, Napoletano C, Cantafora A, D'Argenio G, Nuti M, Caporaso N, Berloco P, Venere R, Oikawa T, Reid L, Alvaro D, Gaudio E. Evidence for multipotent endodermal stem/progenitor cell populations in human gallbladder. J Hepatol 2014; 60:1194-202. [PMID: 24530598 DOI: 10.1016/j.jhep.2014.01.026] [Citation(s) in RCA: 56] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/02/2013] [Revised: 01/03/2014] [Accepted: 01/27/2014] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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BACKGROUND & AIMS Multipotent stem/progenitor cells are found in peribiliary glands throughout human biliary trees and are able to generate mature cells of hepato-biliary and pancreatic endocrine lineages. The presence of endodermal stem/progenitors in human gallbladder was explored. METHODS Gallbladders were obtained from organ donors and laparoscopic surgery for symptomatic cholelithiasis. Tissues or isolated cells were characterized by immunohistochemistry and flow cytometry. EpCAM+ (Epithelial Cell Adhesion Molecule) cells were immunoselected by magnetic microbeads, plated onto plastic in self-replication conditions and subsequently transferred to distinct serum-free, hormonally defined media tailored for differentiation to specific adult fates. In vivo studies were conducted in an experimental model of liver cirrhosis. RESULTS The gallbladder does not have peribiliary glands, but it has stem/progenitors organized instead in mucosal crypts. Most of these can be isolated by immune-selection for EpCAM. Approximately 10% of EpCAM+ cells in situ and of immunoselected EpCAM+ cells co-expressed multiple pluripotency genes and various stem cell markers; other EpCAM+ cells qualified as progenitors. Single EpCAM+ cells demonstrated clonogenic expansion ex vivo with maintenance of stemness in self-replication conditions. Freshly isolated or cultured EpCAM+ cells could be differentiated to multiple, distinct adult fates: cords of albumin-secreting hepatocytes, branching ducts of secretin receptor+ cholangiocytes, or glucose-responsive, insulin/glucagon-secreting neoislets. EpCAM+ cells transplanted in vivo in immune-compromised hosts gave rise to human albumin-producing hepatocytes and to human Cytokeratin7+ cholangiocytes occurring in higher numbers when transplanted in cirrhotic mice. CONCLUSIONS Human gallbladders contain easily isolatable cells with phenotypic and biological properties of multipotent, endodermal stem cells.
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- Guido Carpino
- Department of Movement, Human and Health Sciences, Division of Health Sciences, University of Rome "Foro Italico", Rome, Italy
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- Department of Medico-Surgical Sciences and Biotechnologies, Polo Pontino, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Medico-Surgical Sciences and Biotechnologies, Polo Pontino, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Biotechnological and Applied Clinical Sciences, University of L'Aquila, L'Aquila, Italy; Department of Anatomical, Histological, Forensic Medicine and Orthopedics Sciences, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Medico-Surgical Sciences and Biotechnologies, Polo Pontino, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Anatomical, Histological, Forensic Medicine and Orthopedics Sciences, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy; Eleonora Lorillard Spencer-Cenci Foundation, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Cell Biology and Physiology, Program in Molecular Biology and Biotechnology, UNC School of Medicine, Chapel Hill, NC 27599, United States
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- Department of Experimental Medicine, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- Surgical-Medical Department for Digestive Diseases, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Experimental Medicine, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- Gastroenterology Unit, Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, Federico II University of Naples, Italy
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- Department of Experimental Medicine, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- Gastroenterology Unit, Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, Federico II University of Naples, Italy
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- Department of General Surgery and Organ Transplantation, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Medico-Surgical Sciences and Biotechnologies, Polo Pontino, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Cell Biology and Physiology, Program in Molecular Biology and Biotechnology, UNC School of Medicine, Chapel Hill, NC 27599, United States
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- Department of Cell Biology and Physiology, Program in Molecular Biology and Biotechnology, UNC School of Medicine, Chapel Hill, NC 27599, United States
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- Department of Medico-Surgical Sciences and Biotechnologies, Polo Pontino, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy; Eleonora Lorillard Spencer-Cenci Foundation, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Anatomical, Histological, Forensic Medicine and Orthopedics Sciences, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy.
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Liver transplantation remains the only definitive treatment for liver failure and is available to only a tiny fraction of patients with end-stage liver diseases. Major limitations for the procedure include donor organ shortage, high cost, high level of required expertise, and long-term consequences of immune suppression. Alternative cell-based liver therapies could potentially greatly expand the number of patients provided with effective treatment. Investigative research into augmenting or replacing liver function extends into three general strategies. Bioartificial livers (BALs) are extracorporeal devices that utilize cartridges of primary hepatocytes or cell lines to process patient plasma. Injection of liver cell suspensions aims to foster organ regeneration or provide a missing metabolic function arising from a genetic defect. Tissue engineering recreates the organ in vitro for subsequent implantation to augment or replace patient liver function. Translational models and clinical trials have highlighted both the immense challenges involved and some striking examples of success.
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- Joseph P Vacanti
- Center for Regenerative Medicine, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts; Department of Surgery, Massachusetts General Hospital, 55 Fruit St, WRN 1151, Boston, Massachusetts 02114; Department of Pediatric Surgery, MassGeneral Hospital for Children, Boston, Massachusetts; Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts.
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- Center for Regenerative Medicine, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts; Department of Surgery, Massachusetts General Hospital, 55 Fruit St, WRN 1151, Boston, Massachusetts 02114; Department of Pediatric Surgery, MassGeneral Hospital for Children, Boston, Massachusetts
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Wang Y, Wang F, Zhao H, Zhang X, Chen H, Zhang K. Human adipose-derived mesenchymal stem cells are resistant to HBV infection during differentiation into hepatocytes in vitro. Int J Mol Sci 2014; 15:6096-110. [PMID: 24727377 PMCID: PMC4013618 DOI: 10.3390/ijms15046096] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/05/2013] [Revised: 03/26/2014] [Accepted: 03/26/2014] [Indexed: 12/28/2022] Open
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The therapeutic methods for chronic hepatitis B are limited. The shortage of organ donors and hepatitis B virus (HBV) reinfection obstruct the clinical application of orthotopic liver transplantation (OLT). In the present study, adipose-derived mesenchymal stem cells (AD-MSCs) and bone marrow-derived mesenchymal stem cells (BM-MSCs) were isolated from chronic hepatitis B patients and characterized for morphology, growth potency, surface phenotype and the differentiation potential. The results showed that both MSCs had adipogenic, osteogenic and neuron differentiation potential, and nearly all MSCs expressed CD105, CD44 and CD29. Compared with AD-MSCs, BM-MSCs of chronic hepatitis B patients proliferated defectively. In addition, the ability of AD-MSCs to differentiate into hepatocyte was evaluated and the susceptibility to HBV infection were assessed. AD-MSCs could differentiate into functional hepatocyte-like cells. These cells express the hepatic-specific markers and have glycogen production and albumin secretion function. AD-MSCs and hepatic differentiation AD-MSCs were not susceptible to infection by HBV in vitro. Compared with BM-MSCs, AD-MSCs may be alternative stem cells for chronic hepatitis B patients.
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- Ying Wang
- Infection Department, First Hospital of Jilin University, Changchun 130021, Jilin, China.
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- Infection Department, First Hospital of Jilin University, Changchun 130021, Jilin, China.
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- Biochemical Laborarory, Changchun Medical Emergency Center, Changchun 130062, Jilin, China.
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- Central Laboratory, Hepatobiliary Disease Hospital of Jilin Province, Changchun 130062, Jilin, China.
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- Infection Department, First Hospital of Jilin University, Changchun 130021, Jilin, China.
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- Infection Department, First Hospital of Jilin University, Changchun 130021, Jilin, China.
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Combined use of N-acetylcysteine and Liberase improves the viability and metabolic function of human hepatocytes isolated from human liver. Cytotherapy 2014; 16:800-9. [PMID: 24642019 PMCID: PMC4029080 DOI: 10.1016/j.jcyt.2014.01.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/31/2013] [Revised: 01/07/2014] [Accepted: 01/14/2014] [Indexed: 12/17/2022]
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Background aims Successful hepatocyte isolation is critical for continued development of cellular transplantation. However, most tissue available for research is from diseased liver, and the results of hepatocyte isolation from such tissue are inferior compared with normal tissue. Liberase and N-acetylcysteine (NAC) have been shown separately to improve viability of isolated hepatocytes. This study aims to determine the effect of Liberase and NAC in combination on human hepatocyte isolation from normal and diseased liver tissues. Methods Hepatocytes were isolated from 30 liver specimens through the use of a standard collagenase digestion technique (original protocol) and another 30 with the addition of NAC and standard collagenase substituted by Liberase (new protocol). Viability and success, defined as maintenance of cell adhesion and morphology for 48 hours, were assessed. Metabolic function was assessed by means of albumin and urea synthesis. Results Baseline factors were similar for both groups. The delay to tissue processing was slightly shorter in the new protocol group (median, 2 versus 4 hours; P = 0.007). The success rate improved from 12 of 30 (40.0%) to 21 of 30 (70.0%) with the use of the new protocol (P = 0.037), and median viable cell yield increased from 7.3 × 104 to 28.3 × 104 cells/g tissue (P = 0.003). After adjusting for delay, success rate (P = 0.014) and viable cell yield/g tissue (P = 0.001) remained significantly improved. Albumin and urea synthesis were similar or superior in the new protocol group. Conclusions NAC and Liberase improve the success of hepatocyte isolation, with a significantly higher yield of viable cells. The use of these agents may improve the availability of hepatocytes for transplantation and laboratory research.
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Filippi C, Dhawan A. Current status of human hepatocyte transplantation and its potential for Wilson's disease. Ann N Y Acad Sci 2014; 1315:50-5. [DOI: 10.1111/nyas.12386] [Citation(s) in RCA: 37] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/29/2023]
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- Celine Filippi
- NIHR Biomedical Research Centre at Guy's and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust and King's College London; London United Kingdom
- Hepatocyte Biology and Transplantation Group; Institute of Liver Studies; King's College London; London United Kingdom
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- Hepatocyte Biology and Transplantation Group; Institute of Liver Studies; King's College London; London United Kingdom
- Paediatric Liver; GI and Nutrition Centre; King's College Hospital; London United Kingdom
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The treatment of end-stage liver disease and acute liver failure remains a clinically relevant issue. Although orthotopic liver transplantation is a well-established procedure, whole-organ transplantation is invasive and increasingly limited by the unavailability of suitable donor organs. Artificial and bioartificial liver support systems have been developed to provide an alternative to whole organ transplantation, but despite three decades of scientific efforts, the results are still not convincing with respect to clinical outcome. In this Review, conceptual limitations of clinically available liver support therapy systems are discussed. Furthermore, alternative concepts, such as hepatocyte transplantation, and cutting-edge developments in the field of liver support strategies, including the repopulation of decellularized organs and the biofabrication of entirely new organs by printing techniques or induced organogenesis are analysed with respect to clinical relevance. Whereas hepatocyte transplantation shows promising clinical results, at least for the temporary treatment of inborn metabolic diseases, so far data regarding implantation of engineered hepatic tissue have only emerged from preclinical experiments. However, the evolving techniques presented here raise hope for bioengineered liver support therapies in the future.
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Huebert RC, Rakela J. Cellular therapy for liver disease. Mayo Clin Proc 2014; 89:414-24. [PMID: 24582199 PMCID: PMC4212517 DOI: 10.1016/j.mayocp.2013.10.023] [Citation(s) in RCA: 56] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/09/2013] [Revised: 10/28/2013] [Accepted: 10/30/2013] [Indexed: 12/19/2022]
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Regenerative medicine is energizing and empowering basic science and has the potential to dramatically transform health care in the future. Given the remarkable intrinsic regenerative properties of the liver, as well as widespread adoption of regenerative strategies for liver disease (eg, liver transplant, partial hepatectomy, living donor transplant), hepatology has always been at the forefront of clinical regenerative medicine. However, an expanding pool of patients awaiting liver transplant, a limited pool of donor organs, and finite applicability of the current surgical approaches have created a need for more refined and widely available regenerative medicine strategies. Although cell-based therapies have been used extensively for hematologic malignant diseases and other conditions, the potential application of cellular therapy for acute and chronic liver diseases has only more recently been explored. New understanding of the mechanisms of liver regeneration and repair, including activation of local stem/progenitor cells and contributions from circulating bone marrow-derived stem cells, provide the theoretical underpinnings for the rational use of cell-based therapies in clinical trials. In this review, we dissect the scientific rationale for various modalities of cell therapy for liver diseases being explored in animal models and review those tested in human clinical trials. We also attempt to clarify some of the important ongoing questions that need to be addressed in order to bring these powerful therapies to clinical translation. Discussions will cover transplant of hepatocytes and liver stem/progenitor cells as well as infusion or stimulation of bone marrow-derived stem cells. We also highlight tremendous scientific advances on the horizon, including the potential use of induced pluripotent stem cells and their derivatives as individualized regenerative therapy for liver disease.
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- Division of Hepatology, Mayo Clinic, Phoenix, AZ
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Du Y, Wang J, Jia J, Song N, Xiang C, Xu J, Hou Z, Su X, Liu B, Jiang T, Zhao D, Sun Y, Shu J, Guo Q, Yin M, Sun D, Lu S, Shi Y, Deng H. Human hepatocytes with drug metabolic function induced from fibroblasts by lineage reprogramming. Cell Stem Cell 2014; 14:394-403. [PMID: 24582926 DOI: 10.1016/j.stem.2014.01.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 234] [Impact Index Per Article: 23.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/29/2013] [Revised: 12/02/2013] [Accepted: 01/14/2014] [Indexed: 01/01/2023]
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Obtaining fully functional cell types is a major challenge for drug discovery and regenerative medicine. Currently, a fundamental solution to this key problem is still lacking. Here, we show that functional human induced hepatocytes (hiHeps) can be generated from fibroblasts by overexpressing the hepatic fate conversion factors HNF1A, HNF4A, and HNF6 along with the maturation factors ATF5, PROX1, and CEBPA. hiHeps express a spectrum of phase I and II drug-metabolizing enzymes and phase III drug transporters. Importantly, the metabolic activities of CYP3A4, CYP1A2, CYP2B6, CYP2C9, and CYP2C19 are comparable between hiHeps and freshly isolated primary human hepatocytes. Transplanted hiHeps repopulate up to 30% of the livers of Tet-uPA/Rag2(-/-)/γc(-/-) mice and secrete more than 300 μg/ml human ALBUMIN in vivo. Our data demonstrate that human hepatocytes with drug metabolic function can be generated by lineage reprogramming, thus providing a cell resource for pharmaceutical applications.
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- Yuanyuan Du
- The MOE Key Laboratory of Cell Proliferation and Differentiation, College of Life Sciences, Peking-Tsinghua Center for Life Sciences, Peking University, Beijing 100871, China
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- Shenzhen Stem Cell Engineering Laboratory, Key Laboratory of Chemical Genomics, Peking University Shenzhen Graduate School, Shenzhen 518055, China
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- The MOE Key Laboratory of Cell Proliferation and Differentiation, College of Life Sciences, Peking-Tsinghua Center for Life Sciences, Peking University, Beijing 100871, China; Shenzhen Stem Cell Engineering Laboratory, Key Laboratory of Chemical Genomics, Peking University Shenzhen Graduate School, Shenzhen 518055, China
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- The MOE Key Laboratory of Cell Proliferation and Differentiation, College of Life Sciences, Peking-Tsinghua Center for Life Sciences, Peking University, Beijing 100871, China; Shenzhen Stem Cell Engineering Laboratory, Key Laboratory of Chemical Genomics, Peking University Shenzhen Graduate School, Shenzhen 518055, China
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- The MOE Key Laboratory of Cell Proliferation and Differentiation, College of Life Sciences, Peking-Tsinghua Center for Life Sciences, Peking University, Beijing 100871, China
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- The MOE Key Laboratory of Cell Proliferation and Differentiation, College of Life Sciences, Peking-Tsinghua Center for Life Sciences, Peking University, Beijing 100871, China
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- Beijing Vitalstar Biotechnology, Beijing 100012, China
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- The MOE Key Laboratory of Cell Proliferation and Differentiation, College of Life Sciences, Peking-Tsinghua Center for Life Sciences, Peking University, Beijing 100871, China
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- Shenzhen Stem Cell Engineering Laboratory, Key Laboratory of Chemical Genomics, Peking University Shenzhen Graduate School, Shenzhen 518055, China
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- Department of Hepatobiliary Surgery, Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing 100853, China
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- The MOE Key Laboratory of Cell Proliferation and Differentiation, College of Life Sciences, Peking-Tsinghua Center for Life Sciences, Peking University, Beijing 100871, China
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- Laboratory of Genome Variations and Precision Bio-Medicine, Beijing Institute of Genomics, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100101, China
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- The MOE Key Laboratory of Cell Proliferation and Differentiation, College of Life Sciences, Peking-Tsinghua Center for Life Sciences, Peking University, Beijing 100871, China
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- Department of Hepatobiliary Surgery, Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing 100853, China
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- The MOE Key Laboratory of Cell Proliferation and Differentiation, College of Life Sciences, Peking-Tsinghua Center for Life Sciences, Peking University, Beijing 100871, China
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- Shenzhen Stem Cell Engineering Laboratory, Key Laboratory of Chemical Genomics, Peking University Shenzhen Graduate School, Shenzhen 518055, China
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- Department of Hepatobiliary Surgery, Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing 100853, China.
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- Shenzhen Stem Cell Engineering Laboratory, Key Laboratory of Chemical Genomics, Peking University Shenzhen Graduate School, Shenzhen 518055, China.
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- The MOE Key Laboratory of Cell Proliferation and Differentiation, College of Life Sciences, Peking-Tsinghua Center for Life Sciences, Peking University, Beijing 100871, China; Shenzhen Stem Cell Engineering Laboratory, Key Laboratory of Chemical Genomics, Peking University Shenzhen Graduate School, Shenzhen 518055, China; Peking University Stem Cell Research Center, Department of Cell Biology, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Peking University Health Science Center, Beijing 100191, China.
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Khademi F, Verdi J, Soleimani M, Roozafzoon R, Keshel SH, Raeisossadati R, Ai J. Human endometrial adult stem cells can be differentiated into hepatocyte cells. JOURNAL OF MEDICAL HYPOTHESES AND IDEAS 2014. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jmhi.2013.07.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/16/2022]
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- Doo-Hoon Lee
- Biomedical Research Institute, Lifeliver Co. Ltd., Yongin, Korea
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- Department of Surgery, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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Cienfuegos JA, Martínez Regueira F, Baixauli J, Rotellar F. [Cell therapy in inborn errors of metabolism]. An Pediatr (Barc) 2013; 80:339. [PMID: 24239134 DOI: 10.1016/j.anpedi.2013.10.009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/19/2013] [Accepted: 10/04/2013] [Indexed: 11/29/2022] Open
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- J A Cienfuegos
- Departamento de Cirugía General, Clínica Universidad de Navarra, Pamplona, España.
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- Departamento de Cirugía General, Clínica Universidad de Navarra, Pamplona, España
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- Departamento de Cirugía General, Clínica Universidad de Navarra, Pamplona, España
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- Departamento de Cirugía General, Clínica Universidad de Navarra, Pamplona, España
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Brückner S, Tautenhahn HM, Winkler S, Stock P, Dollinger M, Christ B. A fat option for the pig: hepatocytic differentiated mesenchymal stem cells for translational research. Exp Cell Res 2013; 321:267-75. [PMID: 24200501 DOI: 10.1016/j.yexcr.2013.10.018] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/10/2013] [Revised: 10/21/2013] [Accepted: 10/27/2013] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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STUDY BACKGROUND Extended liver resection is the only curative treatment option of liver cancer. Yet, the residual liver may not accomplish the high metabolic and regenerative capacity needed, which frequently leads to acute liver failure. Because of their anti-inflammatory and -apoptotic as well as pro-proliferative features, mesenchymal stem cells differentiated into hepatocyte-like cells might provide functional and regenerative compensation. Clinical translation of basic research requires pre-clinical approval in large animals. Therefore, we characterized porcine mesenchymal stem cells (MSC) from adipose tissue and bone marrow and their hepatocyte differentiation potential for future assessment of functional liver support after surgical intervention in the pig model. METHODS Mesenchymal surface antigens and multi-lineage differentiation potential of porcine MSC isolated by collagenase digestion either from bone marrow or adipose tissue (subcutaneous/visceral) were assessed by flow cytometry. Morphology and functional properties (urea-, glycogen synthesis and cytochrome P450 activity) were determined during culture under differentiation conditions and compared with primary porcine hepatocytes. RESULTS MSC from porcine adipose tissue and from bone marrow express the typical mesenchymal markers CD44, CD29, CD90 and CD105 but not haematopoietic markers. MSC from both sources displayed differentiation into the osteogenic as well as adipogenic lineage. After hepatocyte differentiation, expression of CD105 decreased significantly and cells adopted the typical polygonal morphology of hepatocytes. Glycogen storage was comparable in adipose tissue- and bone marrow-derived cells. Urea synthesis was about 35% lower in visceral than in subcutaneous adipose tissue-derived MSC. Cytochrome P450 activity increased significantly during differentiation and was twice as high in hepatocyte-like cells generated from bone marrow as from adipose tissue. CONCLUSION The hepatocyte differentiation of porcine adipose tissue-derived MSC was shown for the first time yielding hepatocyte-like cells with specific functions similar in bone marrow and subcutaneous adipose tissue-derived MSC. That makes them good pre-clinical candidates for supportive approaches after liver resection in the pig.
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- Sandra Brückner
- University Hospital Leipzig, Department of Visceral, Transplantation, Thoracic and Vascular Surgery, Liebigstraße 21, Leipzig D-04103, Germany.
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- University Hospital Leipzig, Department of Visceral, Transplantation, Thoracic and Vascular Surgery, Liebigstraße 21, Leipzig D-04103, Germany; TRM, Translational Centre for Regenerative Medicine, Philipp-Rosenthal-Str. 55, Leipzig D-04103, Germany.
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- University Hospital Leipzig, Department of Visceral, Transplantation, Thoracic and Vascular Surgery, Liebigstraße 21, Leipzig D-04103, Germany.
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- University Hospital Leipzig, Department of Visceral, Transplantation, Thoracic and Vascular Surgery, Liebigstraße 21, Leipzig D-04103, Germany.
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- University Hospital Ulm, First Department of Medicine, Albert-Einstein-Allee 23, Ulm D-89081, Germany.
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- University Hospital Leipzig, Department of Visceral, Transplantation, Thoracic and Vascular Surgery, Liebigstraße 21, Leipzig D-04103, Germany; TRM, Translational Centre for Regenerative Medicine, Philipp-Rosenthal-Str. 55, Leipzig D-04103, Germany.
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