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Leventis M, Deliberador T, Alshehri F, Alghamdi H. Topical oxygen therapy as a novel strategy to promote wound healing and control the bacteria in implantology, oral surgery and periodontology: A review. Saudi Dent J 2024; 36:841-854. [PMID: 38883907 PMCID: PMC11178966 DOI: 10.1016/j.sdentj.2024.04.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/16/2024] [Revised: 04/14/2024] [Accepted: 04/16/2024] [Indexed: 06/18/2024] Open
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Globally, oral infections and inflammatory lesions persist as substantial public health concerns, necessitating the introduction of novel oral treatment protocols. Oral diseases are linked to various causative factors, with dental plaque/biofilm resulting from inadequate hygiene practices playing a predominant role. The strategic implementation of novel topical therapies holds promise for effectively controlling the biofilms, addressing oral infections and promoting enhanced oral wound healing. This review aims to providing a comprehensive overview of the available evidence pertaining to the potential efficacy of topical oxygen and lactoferrin-releasing biomaterials, exemplified by the blue®m formula, as novel oral care interventions within the scope of contemporary implantology, oral surgery and periodontology.
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- Minas Leventis
- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Dental School, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Greece
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- Department of Periodontics, Saveetha Dental College, Chennai, India, and Latin American Institute of Dental Research and Education - ILAPEO, Curitiba/PR, Brazil
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- Department of Periodontics and Community Dentistry, College of Dentistry, King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Periodontics and Community Dentistry, College of Dentistry, King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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Li Z, Zhang Q, Yang S, Li Y, Atrens A, Kanwar JR, Zhong W, Lin B, Wen C, Zhou Y, Xiao Y. An Optimized Method for Microcomputed Tomography Analysis of Trabecular Parameters of Metal Scaffolds for Bone Ingrowth. Tissue Eng Part C Methods 2023; 29:276-283. [PMID: 37233718 DOI: 10.1089/ten.tec.2023.0076] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/27/2023] Open
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Owing to its superior mechanical and biological properties, titanium metal is widely used in dental implants, orthopedic devices, and bone regenerative materials. Advances in 3D printing technology have led to more and more metal-based scaffolds being used in orthopedic applications. Microcomputed tomography (μCT) is commonly applied to evaluate the newly formed bone tissues and scaffold integration in animal studies. However, the presence of metal artifacts dramatically hinders the accuracy of μCT analysis of new bone formation. To acquire reliable and accurate μCT results that reflect new bone formation in vivo, it is crucial to lessen the impact of metal artifacts. Herein, an optimized procedure for calibrating μCT parameters using histological data was developed. In this study, the porous titanium scaffolds were fabricated by powder bed fusion based on computer-aided design. These scaffolds were implanted in femur defects created in New Zealand rabbits. After 8 weeks, tissue samples were collected to assess new bone formation using μCT analysis. Resin-embedded tissue sections were then used for further histological analysis. A series of deartifact two-dimensional (2D) μCT images were obtained by setting the erosion radius and the dilation radius in the μCT analysis software (CTan) separately. To get the μCT results closer to the real value, the 2D μCT images and corresponding parameters were subsequently selected by matching the histological images in the particular region. After applying the optimized parameters, more accurate 3D images and more realistic statistical data were obtained. The results demonstrate that the newly established method of adjusting μCT parameters can effectively reduce the influence of metal artifacts on data analysis to some extent. For further validation, other metal materials should be analyzed using the process established in this study.
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- Zhengmao Li
- Guangzhou Key Laboratory of Basic and Applied Research of Oral Regenerative Medicine, Guangdong Engineering Research Center of Oral Restoration and Reconstruction, Affiliated Stomatology Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University, Guangzhou, China
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- Guangzhou Key Laboratory of Basic and Applied Research of Oral Regenerative Medicine, Guangdong Engineering Research Center of Oral Restoration and Reconstruction, Affiliated Stomatology Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University, Guangzhou, China
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- Guangzhou Key Laboratory of Basic and Applied Research of Oral Regenerative Medicine, Guangdong Engineering Research Center of Oral Restoration and Reconstruction, Affiliated Stomatology Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University, Guangzhou, China
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- School of Engineering, RMIT University, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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- School of Mechanical and Mining Engineering, The University of Queensland, St Lucia, Queensland, Australia
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- Faculty of Health, School of Medicine, Deakin University, Geelong, Victoria, Australia
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- Guangzhou Key Laboratory of Basic and Applied Research of Oral Regenerative Medicine, Guangdong Engineering Research Center of Oral Restoration and Reconstruction, Affiliated Stomatology Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University, Guangzhou, China
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- Guangzhou Key Laboratory of Basic and Applied Research of Oral Regenerative Medicine, Guangdong Engineering Research Center of Oral Restoration and Reconstruction, Affiliated Stomatology Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University, Guangzhou, China
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- School of Engineering, RMIT University, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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- Guangzhou Key Laboratory of Basic and Applied Research of Oral Regenerative Medicine, Guangdong Engineering Research Center of Oral Restoration and Reconstruction, Affiliated Stomatology Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University, Guangzhou, China
- School of Dentistry, Faculty of Health and Behavioural Sciences, The University of Queensland, Herston, Queensland, Australia
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- School of Medicine and Dentistry, Menzies Health Institute Queensland, Griffith University, Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia
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Zhang W, Sun T, Zhang J, Hu X, Yang M, Han L, Xu G, Zhao Y, Li Z. Construction of artificial periosteum with methacrylamide gelatin hydrogel-wharton's jelly based on stem cell recruitment and its application in bone tissue engineering. Mater Today Bio 2022; 18:100528. [PMID: 36636638 PMCID: PMC9830312 DOI: 10.1016/j.mtbio.2022.100528] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/28/2022] [Revised: 12/16/2022] [Accepted: 12/22/2022] [Indexed: 12/24/2022] Open
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The presence of periosteum can greatly affect the repair of a bone fracture. An artificial periosteum imitates the biological function of natural periosteum, which is capable of protecting and maintaining bone tissue structure and promoting bone repair. In our artificial periosteum, biocompatible methacrylate gelatin was used to provide the mechanical support of the membrane, E7 peptide added bioactivity, and Wharton's jelly provided the biological activity support of the membrane, resulting in a hydrogel membrane (G-E-W) for the chemotactic recruitment of bone marrow mesenchymal stem cells (BMSCs) and promoting cell proliferation and osteogenic differentiation. In an in vitro experiment, the G-E-W membrane recruited BMSCs and promoted cell proliferation and osteogenic differentiation. After 4 weeks and 8 weeks of implantation in a rat skull defect, the group implanted with a G-E-W membrane was superior to the blank control group and single-component membrane group in both quantity and quality of new bone. The artificial G-E-W membrane recruits BMSC chemotaxis and promotes cell proliferation and osteogenic differentiation, thereby effectively improving the repair efficiency of fractures and bone defects.
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- Wentao Zhang
- Department of Orthopaedics, First Affiliated Hospital of Dalian Medical University, Dalian, China,Key Laboratory of Molecular Mechanism for Repair and Remodeling of Orthopaedic Diseases, Liaoning Province, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, First Affiliated Hospital of Dalian Medical University, Dalian, China,Key Laboratory of Molecular Mechanism for Repair and Remodeling of Orthopaedic Diseases, Liaoning Province, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, First Affiliated Hospital of Dalian Medical University, Dalian, China,Key Laboratory of Molecular Mechanism for Repair and Remodeling of Orthopaedic Diseases, Liaoning Province, China
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- Senior Department of Orthopaedics, The Fourth Medical Center of PLA General Hospital, Beijing, China,Beijing Engineering Research Center of Orthopaedic Implants, Beijing, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Southwest Hospital, Army Medical University, Chongqing, China
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- Senior Department of Orthopaedics, The Fourth Medical Center of PLA General Hospital, Beijing, China,Beijing Engineering Research Center of Orthopaedic Implants, Beijing, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, First Affiliated Hospital of Dalian Medical University, Dalian, China,Key Laboratory of Molecular Mechanism for Repair and Remodeling of Orthopaedic Diseases, Liaoning Province, China
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- Senior Department of Orthopaedics, The Fourth Medical Center of PLA General Hospital, Beijing, China,Beijing Engineering Research Center of Orthopaedic Implants, Beijing, China,Corresponding author. Senior Department of Orthopaedics, The Fourth Medical Center of PLA General Hospital, Beijing, China.
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- Department of Orthopaedics, First Affiliated Hospital of Dalian Medical University, Dalian, China,Key Laboratory of Molecular Mechanism for Repair and Remodeling of Orthopaedic Diseases, Liaoning Province, China,Corresponding author. Department of Orthopaedics, First Affiliated Hospital of Dalian Medical University, Dalian, China.
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Wang X, Liu F, An Q, Wang W, Cheng Z, Dai Y, Meng Q, Zhang Y. Lactoferrin Deficiency Impairs Proliferation of Satellite Cells via Downregulating the ERK1/2 Signaling Pathway. Int J Mol Sci 2022; 23:ijms23137478. [PMID: 35806481 PMCID: PMC9267821 DOI: 10.3390/ijms23137478] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/16/2022] [Revised: 06/30/2022] [Accepted: 07/01/2022] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
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Lactoferrin (Ltf), a naturally active glycoprotein, possesses anti-inflammatory, anti-microbial, anti-tumor, and immunomodulatory activities. Many published studies have indicated that Ltf modulates the proliferation of stem cells. However, the role of Ltf in the proliferation of satellite cells, an important cell type in muscle regeneration, has not yet been reported. Here, by using Ltf systemic knockout mice, we illustrate the role of Ltf in skeletal muscle. Results shows that Ltf deficiency impaired proliferation of satellite cells (SCs) and the regenerative capability of skeletal muscle. Mechanistic studies showed that ERK1/2 phosphorylation was significantly downregulated after Ltf deletion in SCs. Simultaneously, the cell cycle-related proteins cyclin D and CDK4 were significantly downregulated. Intervention with exogenous recombinant lactoferrin (R-Ltf) at a concentration of 1000 μg/mL promoted proliferation of SCs. In addition, intraperitoneal injection of Ltf effectively ameliorated the skeletal muscle of mice injured by 1.2% BaCl2 solution. Our results suggest a protective effect of Ltf in the repair of skeletal muscle damage. Ltf holds promise as a novel therapeutic agent for skeletal muscle injuries.
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- Xiong Wang
- College of Food Science and Nutritional Engineering, China Agricultural University, Tsing Hua Road No. 17, Haidian District, Beijing 100083, China; (X.W.); (Q.A.); (W.W.); (Z.C.)
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- State Key Laboratory for Agrobiotechnology, College of Biological Sciences, China Agricultural University, Yuanmingyuan West Road No. 2, Haidian District, Beijing 100193, China; (F.L.); (Y.D.); (Q.M.)
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- College of Food Science and Nutritional Engineering, China Agricultural University, Tsing Hua Road No. 17, Haidian District, Beijing 100083, China; (X.W.); (Q.A.); (W.W.); (Z.C.)
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- College of Food Science and Nutritional Engineering, China Agricultural University, Tsing Hua Road No. 17, Haidian District, Beijing 100083, China; (X.W.); (Q.A.); (W.W.); (Z.C.)
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- College of Food Science and Nutritional Engineering, China Agricultural University, Tsing Hua Road No. 17, Haidian District, Beijing 100083, China; (X.W.); (Q.A.); (W.W.); (Z.C.)
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- State Key Laboratory for Agrobiotechnology, College of Biological Sciences, China Agricultural University, Yuanmingyuan West Road No. 2, Haidian District, Beijing 100193, China; (F.L.); (Y.D.); (Q.M.)
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- State Key Laboratory for Agrobiotechnology, College of Biological Sciences, China Agricultural University, Yuanmingyuan West Road No. 2, Haidian District, Beijing 100193, China; (F.L.); (Y.D.); (Q.M.)
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- College of Food Science and Nutritional Engineering, China Agricultural University, Tsing Hua Road No. 17, Haidian District, Beijing 100083, China; (X.W.); (Q.A.); (W.W.); (Z.C.)
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +86-010-6273-7465
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Hatakeyama W, Taira M, Sawada T, Hoshi M, Hachinohe Y, Sato H, Takafuji K, Kihara H, Takemoto S, Kondo H. Bone Regeneration of Critical-Size Calvarial Defects in Rats Using Highly Pressed Nano-Apatite/Collagen Composites. MATERIALS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2022; 15:3376. [PMID: 35591709 PMCID: PMC9099897 DOI: 10.3390/ma15093376] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/20/2022] [Revised: 04/30/2022] [Accepted: 05/04/2022] [Indexed: 12/18/2022]
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Osteo-conductive bone substitute materials are required in dentistry. In this study, highly pressed nano-hydroxyapatite/collagen (P-nHAP/COL) composites were formed by a hydraulic press. Critical-size bone defects (Φ = 6 mm) were made in the cranial bones of 10-week-old Wistar rats, in which P-nHAP/COL and pressed collagen (P-COL) specimens were implanted. Defect-only samples (DEF) were also prepared. After the rats had been nourished for 3 days, 4 weeks, or 8 weeks, ossification of the cranial defects of the rats was evaluated by micro-computed tomography (micro-CT) (n = 6 each). Animals were sacrificed at 8 weeks, followed by histological examination. On micro-CT, the opacity of the defect significantly increased with time after P-nHAP/COL implantation (between 3 days and 8 weeks, p < 0.05) due to active bone regeneration. In contrast, with P-COL and DEF, the opacity increased only slightly with time after implantation, indicating sluggish bone regeneration. Histological inspections of the defect zone implanted with P-nHAP/COL indicated the adherence of multinucleated giant cells (osteoclasts) to the implant with phagocytosis and fragmentation of P-nHAP/COL, whereas active bone formation occurred nearby. Fluorescent double staining indicated dynamic bone-formation activities. P-nHAP/COL is strongly osteo-conductive and could serve as a useful novel bone substitute material for future dental implant treatments.
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- Wataru Hatakeyama
- Department of Prosthodontics and Oral Implantology, School of Dentistry, Iwate Medical University, 19-1 Uchimaru, Morioka 020-8505, Iwate, Japan; (W.H.); (M.H.); (Y.H.); (K.T.); (H.K.); (H.K.)
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering, Iwate Medical University, 1-1-1 Idaidori, Yahaba-cho, Shiwa-gun 028-3694, Iwate, Japan; (T.S.); (S.T.)
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering, Iwate Medical University, 1-1-1 Idaidori, Yahaba-cho, Shiwa-gun 028-3694, Iwate, Japan; (T.S.); (S.T.)
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- Department of Prosthodontics and Oral Implantology, School of Dentistry, Iwate Medical University, 19-1 Uchimaru, Morioka 020-8505, Iwate, Japan; (W.H.); (M.H.); (Y.H.); (K.T.); (H.K.); (H.K.)
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- Department of Prosthodontics and Oral Implantology, School of Dentistry, Iwate Medical University, 19-1 Uchimaru, Morioka 020-8505, Iwate, Japan; (W.H.); (M.H.); (Y.H.); (K.T.); (H.K.); (H.K.)
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- Division of Anatomical and Cellular Pathology, Department of Pathology, Iwate Medical University, 1-1-1 Idaidori, Yahaba-cho, Shiwa-gun 028-3694, Iwate, Japan;
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- Department of Prosthodontics and Oral Implantology, School of Dentistry, Iwate Medical University, 19-1 Uchimaru, Morioka 020-8505, Iwate, Japan; (W.H.); (M.H.); (Y.H.); (K.T.); (H.K.); (H.K.)
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- Department of Prosthodontics and Oral Implantology, School of Dentistry, Iwate Medical University, 19-1 Uchimaru, Morioka 020-8505, Iwate, Japan; (W.H.); (M.H.); (Y.H.); (K.T.); (H.K.); (H.K.)
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering, Iwate Medical University, 1-1-1 Idaidori, Yahaba-cho, Shiwa-gun 028-3694, Iwate, Japan; (T.S.); (S.T.)
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- Department of Prosthodontics and Oral Implantology, School of Dentistry, Iwate Medical University, 19-1 Uchimaru, Morioka 020-8505, Iwate, Japan; (W.H.); (M.H.); (Y.H.); (K.T.); (H.K.); (H.K.)
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Hao Z, Li H, Wang Y, Hu Y, Chen T, Zhang S, Guo X, Cai L, Li J. Supramolecular Peptide Nanofiber Hydrogels for Bone Tissue Engineering: From Multihierarchical Fabrications to Comprehensive Applications. ADVANCED SCIENCE (WEINHEIM, BADEN-WURTTEMBERG, GERMANY) 2022; 9:e2103820. [PMID: 35128831 PMCID: PMC9008438 DOI: 10.1002/advs.202103820] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 10.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/31/2021] [Revised: 01/02/2022] [Indexed: 05/03/2023]
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Bone tissue engineering is becoming an ideal strategy to replace autologous bone grafts for surgical bone repair, but the multihierarchical complexity of natural bone is still difficult to emulate due to the lack of suitable biomaterials. Supramolecular peptide nanofiber hydrogels (SPNHs) are emerging biomaterials because of their inherent biocompatibility, satisfied biodegradability, high purity, facile functionalization, and tunable mechanical properties. This review initially focuses on the multihierarchical fabrications by SPNHs to emulate natural bony extracellular matrix. Structurally, supramolecular peptides based on distinctive building blocks can assemble into nanofiber hydrogels, which can be used as nanomorphology-mimetic scaffolds for tissue engineering. Biochemically, bioactive motifs and bioactive factors can be covalently tethered or physically absorbed to SPNHs to endow various functions depending on physiological and pharmacological requirements. Mechanically, four strategies are summarized to optimize the biophysical microenvironment of SPNHs for bone regeneration. Furthermore, comprehensive applications about SPNHs for bone tissue engineering are reviewed. The biomaterials can be directly used in the form of injectable hydrogels or composite nanoscaffolds, or they can be used to construct engineered bone grafts by bioprinting or bioreactors. Finally, continuing challenges and outlook are discussed.
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- Zhuowen Hao
- Department of OrthopedicsZhongnan Hospital of Wuhan UniversityDonghu Road 169Wuhan430071China
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- Department of OrthopedicsZhongnan Hospital of Wuhan UniversityDonghu Road 169Wuhan430071China
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- Department of OrthopedicsZhongnan Hospital of Wuhan UniversityDonghu Road 169Wuhan430071China
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- Department of OrthopedicsZhongnan Hospital of Wuhan UniversityDonghu Road 169Wuhan430071China
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- Department of OrthopedicsZhongnan Hospital of Wuhan UniversityDonghu Road 169Wuhan430071China
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- Department of OrthopedicsZhongnan Hospital of Wuhan UniversityDonghu Road 169Wuhan430071China
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- Department of OrthopedicsUnion HospitalTongji Medical CollegeHuazhong University of Science and TechnologyJiefang Road 1277Wuhan430022China
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- Department of OrthopedicsZhongnan Hospital of Wuhan UniversityDonghu Road 169Wuhan430071China
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- Department of OrthopedicsZhongnan Hospital of Wuhan UniversityDonghu Road 169Wuhan430071China
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Koca CG, Yıldırım B, Ozmen O, Dikilitas A, Cicek MF, Simsek AT, Gungor MA, Tuncay E. Effect of single-dose locally applied lactoferrin on autograft healing in peri-implant bone in rat models. Injury 2022; 53:858-867. [PMID: 35042599 DOI: 10.1016/j.injury.2021.11.065] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/16/2021] [Revised: 11/20/2021] [Accepted: 11/28/2021] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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Immediate dental implant installation into fresh extraction sockets has become a common surgical technique and yields successful clinical results. In addition, complete contact may not be possible with this procedure cause of defects between the bone wall and the implant surface. Therefore, different graft materials have been used in the literature to increase the peri‑implant bone volume. The aim of the present study was to evaluate the effect of single-dose and locally applied lactoferrin on autograft healing in peri‑implant area and bone implant contact value. Twenty-four Sprague-Dawley rats were included in this study. Firstly, a trephine drill was used for creating a cylindrical bony defects (6.5 mm in diameter and 3 mm in depth) under sterile saline irrigation in the lateral side of the femur. Subsequently, implant beds -2.5 mm diameter and 6 mm depth - were prepared in the middle of each defect with special implant drills. All of the implants were installed and primary stability was achieved. Rats were randomly divided into 3 groups (n = 8 each): Group-1 had empty defects, Group-2 had defects filled with autograft, and Group-3 had defects filled with autograft and lactoferrin solution (100 μg/ml) combination. All of the rats were sacrificed at postoperative 4th week and samples were analyzed with micro-computed tomography, histomorphometry and immunohistochemistry respectively. It was found that Group 3 had the least area of fibrous tissue (6.75±0.83mm2) according to the other 2 groups (p<0.001). On the other hand, Group 3 had the highest osteoblast number (25.50±3.29), osteoclast number (21.25±1.03), newly formed bone area (20.50±1.30 mm2), total healing area (22.62±0.93 mm2), defect closure rate (80.37±1.40%), bone implant contact value (23.2%±0.6%), and percentage bone volume (18.2%±0.3%) (p<0.001). Matrix metalloproteinase-3 expression was found to be highest in Group 3 by immunohistochemistry analysis. In this study it was observed that the results of the different analysis techniques supported each other. According to these findings it can be stated that a single-dose and locally applied lactoferrin solution plays an important role in the autograft healing in peri‑implant area and increasing bone implant contact value. These findings will shed light on further clinical studies of implant osseointegration.
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- Cansu Gul Koca
- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Faculty of Dentistry, Usak University, Usak, Turkey.
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- Department of Prosthodontics, Faculty of Dentistry, Usak University, Usak, Turkey
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- Department of Pathology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Burdur Mehmet Akif Ersoy University, Burdur, Turkey
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- Department of Periodontology, Faculty of Dentistry, Usak University, Usak, Turkey
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Faculty of Dentistry, Usak University, Usak, Turkey
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- Department of Prosthodontics, Faculty of Dentistry, Usak University, Usak, Turkey
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- Department of Prosthodontics, Faculty of Dentistry, Usak University, Usak, Turkey
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Tu C, Bajwa A, Shi A, Wu G, Wang J. Effect of fibrin glue on the healing efficacy of deproteinized bovine bone and autologous bone in critical-sized calvarial defects in rats. Clin Oral Investig 2022; 26:2491-2502. [DOI: 10.1007/s00784-021-04217-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/05/2021] [Accepted: 09/30/2021] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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Anbarasu A, Thomas N. Cone-beam computed tomography-assisted evaluation of the bone regenerative potential of modulated sol–gel-synthesized 45S5 bioglass intended for alveolar bone regeneration. J Pharm Bioallied Sci 2022; 14:S123-S126. [PMID: 36110815 PMCID: PMC9469350 DOI: 10.4103/jpbs.jpbs_667_21] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/01/2021] [Revised: 11/05/2021] [Accepted: 11/07/2021] [Indexed: 11/04/2022] Open
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Sustained Delivery of Lactoferrin Using Poloxamer Gels for Local Bone Regeneration in a Rat Calvarial Defect Model. MATERIALS 2021; 15:ma15010212. [PMID: 35009359 PMCID: PMC8745849 DOI: 10.3390/ma15010212] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/28/2021] [Revised: 12/23/2021] [Accepted: 12/25/2021] [Indexed: 01/02/2023]
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Lactoferrin (LF) is a multifunctional milk glycoprotein that promotes bone regeneration. Local delivery of LF at the bone defect site is a promising approach for enhancement of bone regeneration, but efficient systems for sustained local delivery are still largely missing. The aim of this study was to investigate the potential of the poloxamers for sustained delivery of LF to enhance local bone regeneration. The developed LF/poloxamer formulations were liquid at room temperature (20 °C) transforming to a sustained releasing gel depot at body temperature (37 °C). In vitro release studies demonstrated an initial burst release (~50%), followed by slower release of LF for up to 72 h. Poloxamer, with and without LF, increased osteoblast viability at 72 h (p < 0.05) compared to control, and the immune response from THP-1 cells was mild when compared to the suture material. In rat calvarial defects, the LF/poloxamer group had lower bone volume than the controls (p = 0.0435). No difference was observed in tissue mineral density and lower bone defect coverage scores (p = 0.0267) at 12 weeks after surgery. In conclusion, LF/poloxamer formulations support cell viability and do not induce an unfavourable immune response; however, LF delivery via the current formulation of LF200/poloxamer gel did not demonstrate enhanced bone regeneration and was not compatible with the rat calvarial defect model.
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Li B, Zhang B, Liu X, Zheng Y, Han K, Liu H, Wu C, Li J, Fan S, Peng W, Zhang F, Liu X. The effect of lactoferrin in aging: role and potential. Food Funct 2021; 13:501-513. [PMID: 34928288 DOI: 10.1039/d1fo02750f] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/10/2023]
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Aging is frequently accompanied by various types of physiological deterioration, which increases the risk of human pathologies. Global public health efforts to increase human lifespan have increasingly focused on lowering the risk of aging-related diseases, such as diabetes, neurodegenerative diseases, cardiovascular disease, and cancers. Dietary intervention is a promising approach to maintaining human health during aging. Lactoferrin (LF) is known for its physiologically pleiotropic properties. Anti-aging interventions of LF have proven to be safe and effective for various pharmacological activities, such as anti-oxidation, anti-cellular senescence, anti-inflammation, and anti-carcinogenic. Moreover, LF has a pivotal role in modulating the major signaling pathways that influence the longevity of organisms. Thus, LF is expected to be able to attenuate the process of aging and greatly ameliorate its effects.
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- Bing Li
- Institute of Neuroscience and Translational Medicine, College of Life Science and Agronomy, Zhoukou Normal University, Zhoukou 466001, Henan, PR China.
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- Henan Key Laboratory of Rare Earth Functional Materials, The Key Laboratory of Rare Earth Functional Materials and Applications, Zhoukou Normal University, Zhoukou 466001, Henan, PR China
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- Institute of Neuroscience and Translational Medicine, College of Life Science and Agronomy, Zhoukou Normal University, Zhoukou 466001, Henan, PR China.
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- Institute of Neuroscience and Translational Medicine, College of Life Science and Agronomy, Zhoukou Normal University, Zhoukou 466001, Henan, PR China.
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- Institute of Neuroscience and Translational Medicine, College of Life Science and Agronomy, Zhoukou Normal University, Zhoukou 466001, Henan, PR China.
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- Institute of Neuroscience and Translational Medicine, College of Life Science and Agronomy, Zhoukou Normal University, Zhoukou 466001, Henan, PR China.
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- Institute of Neuroscience and Translational Medicine, College of Life Science and Agronomy, Zhoukou Normal University, Zhoukou 466001, Henan, PR China.
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- Institute of Neuroscience and Translational Medicine, College of Life Science and Agronomy, Zhoukou Normal University, Zhoukou 466001, Henan, PR China.
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- Institute of Neuroscience and Translational Medicine, College of Life Science and Agronomy, Zhoukou Normal University, Zhoukou 466001, Henan, PR China.
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- Institute of Neuroscience and Translational Medicine, College of Life Science and Agronomy, Zhoukou Normal University, Zhoukou 466001, Henan, PR China.
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- Institute of Neuroscience and Translational Medicine, College of Life Science and Agronomy, Zhoukou Normal University, Zhoukou 466001, Henan, PR China.
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- Institute of Neuroscience and Translational Medicine, College of Life Science and Agronomy, Zhoukou Normal University, Zhoukou 466001, Henan, PR China.
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Chatzipetros E, Damaskos S, Tosios KI, Christopoulos P, Donta C, Kalogirou EM, Yfanti Z, Tsiourvas D, Papavasiliou A, Tsiklakis K. The effect of nano-hydroxyapatite/chitosan scaffolds on rat calvarial defects for bone regeneration. Int J Implant Dent 2021; 7:40. [PMID: 34027572 PMCID: PMC8141479 DOI: 10.1186/s40729-021-00327-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/30/2020] [Accepted: 03/18/2021] [Indexed: 12/03/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND This study aims at determining the biological effect of 75/25 w/w nano-hydroxyapatite/chitosan (nHAp/CS) scaffolds on bone regeneration, in terms of fraction of bone regeneration (FBR), total number of osteocytes (Ost), and osteocyte cell density (CD), as well as its biodegradability. METHODS Two critical-size defects (CSDs) were bilaterally trephined in the parietal bone of 36 adult Sprague-Dawley rats (18 males and 18 females); the left remained empty (group A), while the right CSD was filled with nHAp/CS scaffold (group B). Two female rats died postoperatively. Twelve, 11, and 11 rats were euthanized at 2, 4, and 8 weeks post-surgery, respectively. Subsequently, 34 specimens were resected containing both CSDs. Histological and histomorphometric analyses were performed to determine the FBR, calculated as [the sum of areas of newly formed bone in lateral and central regions of interest (ROIs)]/area of the original defect, as well as the Ost and the CD (Ost/mm2) in each ROI of both groups (A and B). Moreover, biodegradability of the nHAp/CS scaffolds was estimated via the surface area of the biomaterial (BmA) in the 2nd, 4th, and 8th week post-surgery. RESULTS The FBR of group B increased significantly from 2nd to 8th week compared to group A (P = 0.009). Both the mean CD and the mean Ost values of group B increased compared to group A (P = 0.004 and P < 0.05 respectively). Moreover, the mean value of BmA decreased from 2nd to 8th week (P = 0.001). CONCLUSIONS Based on histological and histomorphometric results, we support that 75/25 w/w nHAp/CS scaffolds provide an effective space for new bone formation.
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- Emmanouil Chatzipetros
- Department of Oral Diagnosis and Radiology, Faculty of Dentistry, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, 2 Thivon Str, 11527, Goudi, Athens, Greece.
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- Department of Oral Diagnosis and Radiology, Faculty of Dentistry, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, 2 Thivon Str, 11527, Goudi, Athens, Greece
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- Department of Oral Medicine and Pathology, Faculty of Dentistry, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Athens, Greece
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Faculty of Dentistry, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Athens, Greece
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- Department of Oral Diagnosis and Radiology, Faculty of Dentistry, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, 2 Thivon Str, 11527, Goudi, Athens, Greece
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- Department of Oral Medicine and Pathology, Faculty of Dentistry, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Athens, Greece
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- Department of Oral Diagnosis and Radiology, Faculty of Dentistry, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, 2 Thivon Str, 11527, Goudi, Athens, Greece
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- Institute of Nanoscience and Nanotechnology, National Centre for Scientific Research "Demokritos", Aghia Paraskevi, Attiki, Greece
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- Institute of Nanoscience and Nanotechnology, National Centre for Scientific Research "Demokritos", Aghia Paraskevi, Attiki, Greece
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- Department of Oral Diagnosis and Radiology, Faculty of Dentistry, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, 2 Thivon Str, 11527, Goudi, Athens, Greece
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Amirthalingam S, Lee SS, Rajendran AK, Kim I, Hwang NS, Rangasamy J. Addition of lactoferrin and substance P in a chitin/PLGA-CaSO 4 hydrogel for regeneration of calvarial bone defects. MATERIALS SCIENCE & ENGINEERING. C, MATERIALS FOR BIOLOGICAL APPLICATIONS 2021; 126:112172. [PMID: 34082973 DOI: 10.1016/j.msec.2021.112172] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/15/2020] [Revised: 04/24/2021] [Accepted: 05/03/2021] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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Calcium-based injectable hydrogels with various bioactive active molecules possess a great potential for bone regeneration. Herein, we have synthesized a chitin-PLGA-calcium sulfate hydrogel (CSG) containing bioactive molecules - lactoferrin (LF) and substance P (SP). SEM and XRD analysis revealed that CS crystal growth was altered with the addition of LF. Rheological measurements indicated that the injectability of the hydrogels was maintained after the addition of LF, however, there was a reduction in storage modulus after LF addition. The addition of LF increased stem cell proliferation whereas, SP enhanced the cell migration. Osteogenic gene expression revealed that LF concentration at 25 μg/mg of CSG was optimal for a favourable outcome. To this optimized LF containing CSG, SP was incorporated and 0.05 μg/mg was found to be most effective (CSG-L3S2) in vitro studies. Further, the μ-CT and histological studies confirmed that CSG-L3S2 showed enhanced bone regeneration compared to the controls in critical-sized calvarial defect of mice. Thus the results indicate that a combination of the chemotactic agent (SP), pleiotropic growth protein (LF), and CS in the chitin-PLGA hydrogel could be a promising approach for non-load bearing bone defects.
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- Sivashanmugam Amirthalingam
- Centre for Nanosciences and Molecular Medicine, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Kochi-682041, India; School of Chemical and Biological Engineering, the Institute of Chemical Processes, Seoul National University, Seoul, 151-742, Republic of Korea
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- Interdisciplinary Program in Bioengineering, Seoul National University, Seoul, 151-742, Republic of Korea
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- School of Chemical and Biological Engineering, the Institute of Chemical Processes, Seoul National University, Seoul, 151-742, Republic of Korea
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- Interdisciplinary Program in Bioengineering, Seoul National University, Seoul, 151-742, Republic of Korea
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- Interdisciplinary Program in Bioengineering, Seoul National University, Seoul, 151-742, Republic of Korea; School of Chemical and Biological Engineering, the Institute of Chemical Processes, Seoul National University, Seoul, 151-742, Republic of Korea; Bio-MAX Institute, Institute of Bio-Engineering, Seoul National University, Seoul, 151-742, Republic of Korea.
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- Centre for Nanosciences and Molecular Medicine, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Kochi-682041, India.
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Lactoferrin as a regenerative agent: The old-new panacea? Pharmacol Res 2021; 167:105564. [PMID: 33744427 DOI: 10.1016/j.phrs.2021.105564] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/23/2021] [Revised: 03/01/2021] [Accepted: 03/15/2021] [Indexed: 01/17/2023]
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Lactoferrin (Lf) possesses various biological properties and therapeutic potentials being a perspective anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, antiviral, antioxidant, antitumor, and immunomodulatory agent. A significant body of literature has also demonstrated that Lf modulates regenerative processes in different anatomical structures, such as bone, cartilage, skin, mucosa, cornea, tendon, vasculature, and adipose tissue. Hence, this review collected and analyzed the data on the regenerative effects of Lf, as well as paid specific attention to their molecular basis. Furthermore, tissue and condition-specific activities of different Lf types as well as problems of their delivery to the targeted organs were discussed. The authors strongly hope that this review will stimulate researchers to focus on the highlighted topics thus accelerating the progress of Lf's wider clinical application.
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Rascón-Cruz Q, Espinoza-Sánchez EA, Siqueiros-Cendón TS, Nakamura-Bencomo SI, Arévalo-Gallegos S, Iglesias-Figueroa BF. Lactoferrin: A Glycoprotein Involved in Immunomodulation, Anticancer, and Antimicrobial Processes. Molecules 2021; 26:molecules26010205. [PMID: 33401580 PMCID: PMC7795860 DOI: 10.3390/molecules26010205] [Citation(s) in RCA: 41] [Impact Index Per Article: 13.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/09/2020] [Revised: 11/02/2020] [Accepted: 11/12/2020] [Indexed: 12/15/2022] Open
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Lactoferrin is an iron binding glycoprotein with multiple roles in the body. Its participation in apoptotic processes in cancer cells, its ability to modulate various reactions of the immune system, and its activity against a broad spectrum of pathogenic microorganisms, including respiratory viruses, have made it a protein of broad interest in pharmaceutical and food research and industry. In this review, we have focused on describing the most important functions of lactoferrin and the possible mechanisms of action that lead to its function.
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Zhou C, Ye C, Zhao C, Liao J, Li Y, Chen H, Huang W. A Composite Tissue Engineered Bone Material Consisting of Bone Mesenchymal Stem Cells, Bone Morphogenetic Protein 9 (BMP9) Gene Lentiviral Vector, and P3HB4HB Thermogel (BMSCs-LV-BMP9-P3HB4HB) Repairs Calvarial Skull Defects in Rats by Expression of Osteogenic Factors. Med Sci Monit 2020; 26:e924666. [PMID: 32894745 PMCID: PMC7496453 DOI: 10.12659/msm.924666] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/21/2022] Open
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Background Bone tissue engineering has been proven to be an appropriate approach for treating bone defects. This study aimed to investigate the effects and mechanism of a composite tissue engineered bone material consisting of bone mesenchymal stem cells (BMSCs), bone morphogenetic protein (BMP9) gene lentiviral vector, and P3HB4HB thermogel (BMSCs-LV-BMP9-P3HB4HB) on calvarial skull defects in rats. Material/Methods LV-BMP9 viral vector was structured and infected to BMSCs-P3HB4HB composite scaffold, which was named as BMSCs-P3HB4HB composite bone repair material. Adipogenic differentiation was determined by oil-red O (ORO) and alkaline phosphatase (ALP) staining. Osteogenic differentiation was measured using Alizarin red staining. Cell viability was examined using Cell-Counting Kit-8 (CCK-8) assay. Protein expression of osteogenic factors, including BMP9, runt-related transcription factor 2 (RUNX2), osteocalcin (OCN), osteopontin (OPN), and osterix (OSX), was detected with Western blot assay and immunohistochemistry. mRNA of these osteogenic factors was examined by RT-PCR. Histological changes were examined with hematoxylin and eosin (H&E) and Masson’s trichrome staining. Bone repair was measured using micro-computed tomography (micro-CT). Results BMSCs and LV-BMP9-infected BMSCs demonstrated adipogenic and osteogenic differentiation potential. BMSCs-P3HB4HB scaffold demonstrated good cell-tissue compatibility. BMSCs-LV-BMP9-P3HB4HB exhibited significantly higher osteogenic ability and cell viability of BMSCs compared to BMSCs-LV-P3HB4HB (p<0.05). BMSCs-LV-BMP9-P3HB4HB significantly promoted osteogenic factors (RUNX2, OCN, OPN, and OSX) expression compared to the BMSCs-LV-P3HB4HB group (p<0.05) in both BMSCs and in calvarial defect rats. BMSCs-LV-BMP9-P3HB4HB demonstrated stronger repair ability. BMSCs-LV-BMP9-P3HB4HB significantly alleviated pathological injury and increased collagen fiber production compared to the BMSCs-LV-P3HB4HB group (p<0.05). Conclusions BMSCs-LV-BMP9-P3HB4HB composite bone repair material can effectively repair injured skull tissues of calvarial defect rats through triggering osteogenic factors expression. The present generated bone repair material may have applications in tissue engineering in regeneration of bone defects.
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- Cheng Zhou
- Department of Orthopedics, The First Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing, China (mainland)
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- Department of Orthopedics, Affiliated Hospital of Guizhou Medical University, Guizhou, Guiyang, China (mainland)
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- Department of Orthopedics, The First Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing, China (mainland)
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- Department of Orthopedics, The First Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing, China (mainland)
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- Department of Orthopedics, The First Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing, China (mainland)
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- Department of Orthopedics, The First Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing, China (mainland)
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- Department of Orthopedics, The First Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing, China (mainland)
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Trybek G, Jedliński M, Jaroń A, Preuss O, Mazur M, Grzywacz A. Impact of lactoferrin on bone regenerative processes and its possible implementation in oral surgery - a systematic review of novel studies with metanalysis and metaregression. BMC Oral Health 2020; 20:232. [PMID: 32843024 PMCID: PMC7448436 DOI: 10.1186/s12903-020-01211-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/01/2020] [Accepted: 08/09/2020] [Indexed: 12/17/2022] Open
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Background Lactoferrin is an iron – binding glycoprotein with anti-inflammatory and anabolic properties found in many internal fluids. It is worth looking at novel studies, because of their methodology and observations that may once be applicable in modern implantology. The aim of the study is to answer the question if lactoferrin is a promising factor for bone regenerative process in oral surgery. Method An electronic search was conducted on 14th October 2019 on the PubMed, Scopus and Web of Science databases. The keywords used in the search strategy were: lactoferrin AND bone regeneration AND oral surgery. The qualitative evaluation was conducted using the Jadad and Newcastle-Ottawa Quality Assessment Form. Then a metanalysis of a new bone growth and percentage of the resorbed graft were performed with the metaregression of lactoferrin dose to its outcome effects on bone regeneration. Results The search strategy identified potential articles: 133 from PubMed, 2 from Scopus, 4 from Web of science. After removal of duplicates, 136 articles were analyzed. Subsequently, 131 papers were excluded because they did not meet the inclusion criteria. The remaining 5 papers were included in the qualitative synthesis. The use of lactoferrin clearly increases the growth of a newly formed bone (2.58, CI:[0.79, 4.37]), as well as shortens the time of the graft resorption (− 1.70, Cl:[3.43, 0.03]) and replaces it with a species-specific bone. Heterogeneity is significant at p < 0.001 level. Metaregression indicates that one unit increase in the log (Treatment dose), i.e. a 2.78 times increase of the Treatment dose, results in an increase of the Effect size by 0.682. Conclusions The use of lactoferrin both systemically and locally promotes anabolic processes (new bone formation). There is a relationship between the increase in administered dose of lactoferrin and the intensity of new bone formation. However, it is not only necessary to continue experimental research, but also to extend it to the clinical studies on patients, due to the limitations of different animal model research and different methodology, to introduce lactoferrin as a standard procedure for the treatment of bone defects, because it is a promising product.
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- Grzegorz Trybek
- Department of Oral Surgery, Pomeranian Medical University in Szczecin, al. Powstańców Wielkopolskich 72/18, 70-111, Szczecin, Poland
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- Department of Oral and Maxillo Facial Sciences, Sapienza University of Rome, Via Caserta 6, 00161, Rome, Italy.,Student Scientific Society at the Department of Oral Surgery, Pomeranian Medical University in Szczecin, al. Powstańców Wielkopolskich 72/18, 70-111, Szczecin, Poland
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- Department of Oral Surgery, Pomeranian Medical University in Szczecin, al. Powstańców Wielkopolskich 72/18, 70-111, Szczecin, Poland.
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- Department of Oral Surgery, Pomeranian Medical University in Szczecin, al. Powstańców Wielkopolskich 72/18, 70-111, Szczecin, Poland
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- Department of Oral and Maxillo Facial Sciences, Sapienza University of Rome, Via Caserta 6, 00161, Rome, Italy
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- Independent Laboratory of Health Promotion, Pomeranian Medical University in Szczecin, ul. Gen. Dezyderego Chłapowskiego 11, 70-103, Szczecin, Poland
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Souza EQM, Costa Klaus AE, Espósito Santos BF, Carvalho da Costa M, Ervolino E, Coelho de Lima D, Fernandes LA. Evaluations of hydroxyapatite and bioactive glass in the repair of critical size bone defects in rat calvaria. J Oral Biol Craniofac Res 2020; 10:422-429. [PMID: 32775186 DOI: 10.1016/j.jobcr.2020.07.014] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/07/2020] [Revised: 06/10/2020] [Accepted: 07/19/2020] [Indexed: 01/02/2023] Open
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To overcome the morbidity of autogenous graft removal and limitations of allogeneic and xenogeneic grafts, a great interest exists in the development of biomaterials of synthetic origin. OBJECTIVE The aim of this study was to evaluate the biological behavior of a novel bioactive glass (60% SiO2- 36% CaO-4% P2O5) as bone substitute in critical calvaria defects of rats, in comparison to hydroxyapatite. METHODS Sixty male Wistar rats were divided in three groups, according to the treatment: Control Group (C) - blood clot; Hydroxyapatite (HA) - particulate hydroxyapatite (≤0,5 mm); and Bioactive Glass (BG) - particulate bioactive glass (0.04-1 mm). RESULTS From the intergroup analysis, it was observed that Group C presented a greater newly formed bone area (NBA) when compared to Groups HA and BG. In addition, Group HA showed higher NBA when compared to Group BG at 30 and 60 days (P < 0.05). Immunohistochemistry revealed that groups HA and BG presented high and moderate osteocalcin immunolabeling respectively. Group HA displayed a greater number of TRAP-positive cells compared to Groups C and BG at 30 and 60 days (p < 0.05). CONCLUSION From these results, we can conclude that the resorption rate of hydroxyapatite is higher than the novel bioactive glass, which maintained significant higher volume until the last experimental period. Both of the tested biomaterials acted as osteoconductors during bone repair, and their physical characteristics importantly influenced this process.
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- Professor of Integral Dedication to the Doctrine and Research - São Paulo State University "Júlio de Mesquita Filho" (UNESP), Brazil
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- Doctor in Public Health, Adjunct Professor IV - Federal University of Alfenas (UNIFAL-MG), Brazil
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- Doctor in Periodontics, Adjunct Professor IV - Federal University of Alfenas (UNIFAL-MG), Brazil
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Icriverzi M, Dinca V, Moisei M, Evans RW, Trif M, Roseanu A. Lactoferrin in Bone Tissue Regeneration. Curr Med Chem 2020; 27:838-853. [PMID: 31258057 DOI: 10.2174/0929867326666190503121546] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/11/2018] [Revised: 11/15/2018] [Accepted: 12/13/2018] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
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Among the multiple properties exhibited by lactoferrin (Lf), its involvement in bone regeneration processes is of great interest at the present time. A series of in vitro and in vivo studies have revealed the ability of Lf to promote survival, proliferation and differentiation of osteoblast cells and to inhibit bone resorption mediated by osteoclasts. Although the mechanism underlying the action of Lf in bone cells is still not fully elucidated, it has been shown that its mode of action leading to the survival of osteoblasts is complemented by its mitogenic effect. Activation of several signalling pathways and gene expression, in an LRPdependent or independent manner, has been identified. Unlike the effects on osteoblasts, the action on osteoclasts is different, with Lf leading to a total arrest of osteoclastogenesis. Due to the positive effect of Lf on osteoblasts, the potential use of Lf alone or in combination with different biologically active compounds in bone tissue regeneration and the treatment of bone diseases is of great interest. Since the bioavailability of Lf in vivo is poor, a nanotechnology- based strategy to improve the biological properties of Lf was developed. The investigated formulations include incorporation of Lf into collagen membranes, gelatin hydrogel, liposomes, loading onto nanofibers, porous microspheres, or coating onto silica/titan based implants. Lf has also been coupled with other biologically active compounds such as biomimetic hydroxyapatite, in order to improve the efficacy of biomaterials used in the regulation of bone homeostasis. This review aims to provide an up-to-date review of research on the involvement of Lf in bone growth and healing and on its use as a potential therapeutic factor in bone tissue regeneration.
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- Madalina Icriverzi
- Ligand-Receptor Interaction Department, Institute of Biochemistry of the Romanian Academy, Bucharest, Romania.,University of Bucharest, Faculty of Biology, Bucharest, Romania
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- National Institute for Laser, Plasma and Radiation Physics, Magurele RO-077125, Romania
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- Ligand-Receptor Interaction Department, Institute of Biochemistry of the Romanian Academy, Bucharest, Romania
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- Brunel University, School of Engineering and Design, London, United Kingdom
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- Ligand-Receptor Interaction Department, Institute of Biochemistry of the Romanian Academy, Bucharest, Romania
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- Ligand-Receptor Interaction Department, Institute of Biochemistry of the Romanian Academy, Bucharest, Romania
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Urinary Metabolic Profiling via LC-MS/MS Reveals Impact of Bovine Lactoferrin on Bone Formation in Growing SD Rats. Nutrients 2020; 12:nu12041116. [PMID: 32316396 PMCID: PMC7230685 DOI: 10.3390/nu12041116] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/28/2020] [Revised: 04/02/2020] [Accepted: 04/14/2020] [Indexed: 12/18/2022] Open
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Lactoferrin (LF) exerts a promoting bone health function. The effects of LF on bone formation at the metabolic level have been less explored. Urinary metabolic profiling of growing Sprague-Dawley (SD) rats LF-supplemented (1000 mg/kg bw) for four weeks were explored by Liquid chromatography–tandem mass spectrometry (LC-MS/MS). The serum markers of bone formation and bone resorption, the bone mass, and the osteogenesis markers of femur were measured by an enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay, micro-computerized tomography, and immunohistochemistry, respectively. Compared with the control, LF supplementation improved bone formation (p < 0.05), reduced bone resorption (p < 0.05), enhanced femoral bone mineral density and microarchitecture (p < 0.05), and upregulated osteocalcin, osterix, and Runx-2 expression (p < 0.05) of femur. LF upregulated 69 urinary metabolites. KEGG and pathway enrichment analyses of those urinary metabolites, and the Person’s correlation analyses among those urinary metabolites and bone status revealed that LF impacted on bone formation via regulatory comprehensive pathways including taurine and hypotaurine metabolism, arginine and proline metabolism, cyanoamino acid metabolism, nitrogen metabolism, nicotinate and nicotinamide metabolism, and fatty acid biosynthesis. The present study indicated the metabolomics is a useful and practical tool to elucidate the mechanisms by which LF augments bone mass formation in growing animals.
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Busatto S, Zendrini A, Radeghieri A, Paolini L, Romano M, Presta M, Bergese P. The nanostructured secretome. Biomater Sci 2020; 8:39-63. [PMID: 31799977 DOI: 10.1039/c9bm01007f] [Citation(s) in RCA: 26] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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The term secretome, which traditionally strictly refers to single proteins, should be expanded to also include the great variety of nanoparticles secreted by cells (secNPs) into the extracellular space, which ranges from high-density lipoproteins of a few nanometers to extracellular vesicles and fat globules of hundreds of nanometers. Widening the definition is urged by the ever-increasing understanding of the role of secNPs as regulators/mediators of key physiological and pathological processes, which also puts them in the running as breakthrough cell-free therapeutics and diagnostics. "Made by cells for cells", secNPs are envisioned as a sweeping paradigm shift in nanomedicine, promising to overcome the limitations of synthetic nanoparticles by unsurpassed circulation and targeting abilities, precision and sustainability. From a longer/wider perspective, advanced manipulation would possibly make secNPs available as building blocks for future "biogenic" nanotechnology. However, the current knowledge is fragmented and sectorial (the majority of the studies being focused on a specific biological and/or medical aspect of a given secNP class or subclass), the understanding of the nanoscale and interfacial properties is limited and the development of bioprocesses and regulatory initiatives is in the early days. We believe that new multidisciplinary competencies and synergistic efforts need to be attracted and augmented to move forward. This review will contribute to the effort by attempting for the first time to rationally gather and elaborate secNPs and their traits into a unique concise framework - from biogenesis to colloidal properties, engineering and clinical translation - disclosing the overall view and easing comparative analysis and future exploitation.
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- S Busatto
- Department of Molecular and Translational Medicine, University of Brescia, 25123 Brescia, Italy.
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Zhang Y, Zhang ZN, Li N, Zhao LJ, Xue Y, Wu HJ, Hou JM. Nbr1-regulated autophagy in Lactoferrin-induced osteoblastic differentiation. Biosci Biotechnol Biochem 2020; 84:1191-1200. [PMID: 32141386 DOI: 10.1080/09168451.2020.1737505] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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The molecular mechanism of autophagy in Lactoferrin (LF) induced osteoblast differentiation is not fully demonstrated. In this study, alkaline phosphatase (ALP) activity, alizarin red S staining and ELISA were used to study N-terminal propeptide of type I procollagen (PINP) expression. mRFP-GFP-LC3 adenoviruses, mono-dansylcadaverine (MDC) staining, scanning electron microscopy, and western blot analysis was employed to probe the LF induced autophagy. The interaction between autophagy receptor Neighbor of Brca1 gene (Nbr1) and pp38 was studied. 3-methyladenine (3-MA) and chloroquine (CQ) could inhibit the activity of ALP, PINP and the autophagy in LF group. LF treatment could up-regulate and down-regulate the expressions of pp38 and Nbr1with a dose-dependent manner, respectively. LF could inhibit the recognition of pp38 and Nbr1. In addition, LF can prompt Nbr1-medicated autophagy and prevent pp38 degradation by autophagy. LF can induce Nbr1-mediated autophagy and inhibit pp38 entering into autophagy flux in the physiological process of osteoblast differentiation.Abbreviations: CQ:chloroquine;LF: Lactoferrin; 3-MA: 3-methyladenine; ALP: Alkaline phosphatase; ANOVA: Analysis of variance; CCK-8: Cell Counting Kit-8; LC3: Microtubule-associated protein light chain3; MDC: Monodansylcadaverine; Nbr1: neighbor of Brca1 gene; PINP: N-terminal propeptide of type I procollagen; PVDF: Polychlorotrifluoroethylene; pp38: phosphorylation p38; RAPA: Rapamycin; SDS: sodium dodecyl sulfate.
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- Yang Zhang
- Department of endocrinology, Shengli Clinical Medical College of Fujian Medical University, Fuzhou, China.,Department of Endocrinology, Fujian Provincial Hospital, Fuzhou, China
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- Department of Neurological Rehabilitation, The Second Rehabilitation Hospital of Shanghai, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Harbin Medical University Cancer Hospital, Harbin Medical University, Harbin, Heilongjiang, China
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- Department of Geriatrics, General Hospital of Daqing Oil Field, Daqing, China
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- Department of endocrinology, Shengli Clinical Medical College of Fujian Medical University, Fuzhou, China.,Department of Endocrinology, Fujian Provincial Hospital, Fuzhou, China
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- Department of endocrinology, Shengli Clinical Medical College of Fujian Medical University, Fuzhou, China.,Department of Endocrinology, Fujian Provincial Hospital, Fuzhou, China
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- Department of endocrinology, Shengli Clinical Medical College of Fujian Medical University, Fuzhou, China.,Department of Endocrinology, Fujian Provincial Hospital, Fuzhou, China
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De Leon-Rodriguez LM, Park YE, Naot D, Musson DS, Cornish J, Brimble MA. Design, characterization and evaluation of β-hairpin peptide hydrogels as a support for osteoblast cell growth and bovine lactoferrin delivery. RSC Adv 2020; 10:18222-18230. [PMID: 35692623 PMCID: PMC9122575 DOI: 10.1039/d0ra03011b] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/03/2020] [Accepted: 05/04/2020] [Indexed: 11/21/2022] Open
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The use of peptide hydrogels is of growing interest in bone regeneration. Self-assembling peptides form hydrogels and can be used as injectable drug delivery matrices. Injected into the defect site, they can gel in situ, and release factors that aid bone growth. We report on the design, synthesis and characterization of three β-hairpin peptide hydrogels, and on their osteoblast cytocompatibility as well as delivery of the lactoferrin glycoprotein, a bone anabolic factor. Osteoblasts cultured in hydrogels of the peptide with sequence NH2-Leu-His-Leu-His-Leu-Lys-Leu-Lys-Val-dPro-Pro-Thr-Lys-Leu-Lys-Leu-His-Leu-His-Leu-Arg-Gly-Asp-Ser-CONH2 (H4LMAX-RGDS) increased the osteoblast cell number and the cells appeared healthy after seven days. Furthermore, we showed that H4LMAX-RGDS was capable of releasing up to 60% of lactoferrin (pre-encapsulated in the gel) over five days while retaining the rest of the glycoprotein. Thus, H4LMAX-RGDS hydrogels are cytocompatible with primary osteoblasts and capable of delivering bio-active lactoferrin that increases osteoblast cell number. Self-assembling peptide H4LMAX-RGDS hydrogels, designed to enhance bone regeneration, are cytocompatible and capable of delivering the bone anabolic factor lactoferrin to increase osteoblast cell number.![]()
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- Department of Medicine
- University of Auckland
- Auckland 1023
- New Zealand
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- Department of Medicine
- University of Auckland
- Auckland 1023
- New Zealand
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- Department of Medicine
- University of Auckland
- Auckland 1023
- New Zealand
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- Department of Medicine
- University of Auckland
- Auckland 1023
- New Zealand
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- School of Chemical Sciences
- The University of Auckland
- Auckland 1010
- New Zealand
- Maurice Wilkins Centre for Molecular Biodiscovery
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Ji X, Yuan X, Ma L, Bi B, Zhu H, Lei Z, Liu W, Pu H, Jiang J, Jiang X, Zhang Y, Xiao J. Mesenchymal stem cell-loaded thermosensitive hydroxypropyl chitin hydrogel combined with a three-dimensional-printed poly(ε-caprolactone) /nano-hydroxyapatite scaffold to repair bone defects via osteogenesis, angiogenesis and immunomodulation. Theranostics 2020; 10:725-740. [PMID: 31903147 PMCID: PMC6929983 DOI: 10.7150/thno.39167] [Citation(s) in RCA: 93] [Impact Index Per Article: 23.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/09/2019] [Accepted: 10/08/2019] [Indexed: 12/01/2022] Open
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Chitin-derived hydrogels are commonly used in bone regeneration because of their high cell compatibility; however, their poor mechanical properties and little knowledge of the interaction between the materials and host cells have limited their practical application. Methods: To evaluate osteoinductivity and enhance the mechanical properties of a newly synthesized thermosensitive hydroxypropyl chitin hydrogel (HPCH), a mesenchymal stem cell (MSC)-encapsulated HPCH was infused into a three-dimensional-printed poly (ε-caprolactone) (PCL)/ nano-hydroxyapatite (nHA) scaffold to form a hybrid scaffold. The mechanical properties and cell compatibility of the scaffold were tested. The interaction between macrophages and scaffold for angiogenesis and osteogenesis were explored in vitro and in vivo. Results: The hybrid scaffold showed improved mechanical properties and high cell viability. When MSCs were encapsulated in HPCH, osteo-differentiation was promoted properly via endochondral ossification. The co-culture experiments showed that the hybrid scaffold facilitated growth factor secretion from macrophages, thus promoting vascularization and osteoinduction. The Transwell culture proved that MSCs modulated the inflammatory response of HPCH. Additionally, subcutaneous implantation of MSC-encapsulated HPCH confirmed M2 activation. In situ evaluation of calvarial defects confirmed that the repair was optimal in the MSC-loaded HPCH + PCL/nHA group. Conclusions: PCL/nHA + HPCH hybrid scaffolds effectively promoted vascularization and osteoinduction via osteogenesis promotion and immunomodulation, which suggests promising applications for bone regeneration.
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- Xiongfa Ji
- Department of Orthopedics, Guangdong General Hospital, Guangdong Academy of Medical Sciences, Guangzhou, Guangdong 510080, PR China
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430030, China
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430030, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Guangdong General Hospital, Guangdong Academy of Medical Sciences, Guangzhou, Guangdong 510080, PR China
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- Key Laboratory of Biomedical Polymers of Ministry of Education & Department of Chemistry, Wuhan University, Wuhan, 430072, China
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430030, China
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430030, China
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430030, China
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430030, China
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430030, China
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- Key Laboratory of Biomedical Polymers of Ministry of Education & Department of Chemistry, Wuhan University, Wuhan, 430072, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Guangdong General Hospital, Guangdong Academy of Medical Sciences, Guangzhou, Guangdong 510080, PR China
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430030, China
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Xu Y, An JJ, Tabys D, Xie YD, Zhao TY, Ren HW, Liu N. Effect of Lactoferrin on the Expression Profiles of Long Non-coding RNA during Osteogenic Differentiation of Bone Marrow Mesenchymal Stem Cells. Int J Mol Sci 2019; 20:ijms20194834. [PMID: 31569432 PMCID: PMC6801644 DOI: 10.3390/ijms20194834] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/21/2019] [Revised: 09/21/2019] [Accepted: 09/25/2019] [Indexed: 12/13/2022] Open
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Lactoferrin (LF) has demonstrated stimulation of osteogenic differentiation of mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs). Long non-coding RNAs (lncRNAs) participate in regulating the osteogenic differentiation processes. However, the impact of LF on lncRNA expression in MSC osteogenic differentiation is poorly understood. Our aim was to investigate the effects of LF on lncRNAs expression profiles, during osteogenic differentiation of rat bone marrow mesenchymal stem cells (rBMSCs), by RNA sequencing. A total number of 1331 putative lncRNAs were identified in rBMSCs during osteogenic differentiation in the study. LF influenced the expression of 120 lncRNAs (differentially expressed lncRNAs [DELs], Fold change > 1.5 or < −1.5; p < 0.05) in rBMSCs on day 14 of osteogenic differentiation, consisted of 60 upregulated and 60 down-regulated. Furthermore, the potential functions of DELs were of prediction by searching their target cis- and trans-regulated protein-coding genes. The bioinformatic analysis of DELs target gene revealed that LF led to the disfunction of transforming growth factor beta stimulus (TGF-β) and positive regulation of I-κappa B kinase/NF-κappa B signaling pathway, which may relate to osteogenic differentiation of rBMSCs. Our work is the first profiling of lncRNA in osteogenic differentiation of rBMSCs induced by LF, and provides valuable insights into the potential mechanisms for LF promoting osteogenic activity.
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- Yan Xu
- Key Laboratory of Dairy Science, Ministry of Education, Northeast Agricultural University, Harbin 150030, China.
- College of Food Science, Northeast Agricultural University, Harbin 150030, China.
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- Key Laboratory of Dairy Science, Ministry of Education, Northeast Agricultural University, Harbin 150030, China.
- College of Food Science, Northeast Agricultural University, Harbin 150030, China.
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- Key Laboratory of Dairy Science, Ministry of Education, Northeast Agricultural University, Harbin 150030, China.
- College of Food Science, Northeast Agricultural University, Harbin 150030, China.
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- Key Laboratory of Dairy Science, Ministry of Education, Northeast Agricultural University, Harbin 150030, China.
- College of Food Science, Northeast Agricultural University, Harbin 150030, China.
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- Key Laboratory of Dairy Science, Ministry of Education, Northeast Agricultural University, Harbin 150030, China.
- College of Food Science, Northeast Agricultural University, Harbin 150030, China.
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- Key Laboratory of Dairy Science, Ministry of Education, Northeast Agricultural University, Harbin 150030, China.
- College of Food Science, Northeast Agricultural University, Harbin 150030, China.
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- Key Laboratory of Dairy Science, Ministry of Education, Northeast Agricultural University, Harbin 150030, China.
- College of Food Science, Northeast Agricultural University, Harbin 150030, China.
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Bastos AR, da Silva LP, Maia FR, Pina S, Rodrigues T, Sousa F, Oliveira JM, Cornish J, Correlo VM, Reis RL. Lactoferrin-Hydroxyapatite Containing Spongy-Like Hydrogels for Bone Tissue Engineering. MATERIALS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2019; 12:E2074. [PMID: 31252675 PMCID: PMC6651619 DOI: 10.3390/ma12132074] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/24/2019] [Revised: 06/22/2019] [Accepted: 06/25/2019] [Indexed: 12/18/2022]
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The development of bioactive and cell-responsive materials has fastened the field of bone tissue engineering. Gellan gum (GG) spongy-like hydrogels present high attractive properties for the tissue engineering field, especially due to their wide microarchitecture and tunable mechanical properties, as well as their ability to entrap the responsive cells. Lactoferrin (Lf) and Hydroxyapatite (HAp) are bioactive factors that are known to potentiate faster bone regeneration. Thus, we developed an advanced three-dimensional (3D) biomaterial by integrating these bioactive factors within GG spongy-like hydrogels. Lf-HAp spongy-like hydrogels were characterized in terms of microstructure, water uptake, degradation, and concomitant release of Lf along the time. Human adipose-derived stem cells (hASCs) were seeded and the capacity of these materials to support hASCs in culture for 21 days was assessed. Lf addition within GG spongy-like hydrogels did not change the main features of GG spongy-like hydrogels in terms of porosity, pore size, degradation, and water uptake commitment. Nevertheless, HAp addition promoted an increase of the pore wall thickness (from ~13 to 28 µm) and a decrease on porosity (from ~87% to 64%) and mean pore size (from ~12 to 20 µm), as well as on the degradability and water retention capabilities. A sustained release of Lf was observed for all the formulations up to 30 days. Cell viability assays showed that hASCs were viable during the culture period regarding cell-laden spongy-like hydrogels. Altogether, we demonstrate that GG spongy-like hydrogels containing HAp and Lf in high concentrations gathered favorable 3D bone-like microenvironment with an increased hASCs viability with the presented results.
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- Ana R Bastos
- 3B's Research Group, I3Bs-Research Institute on Biomaterials, Biodegradables and Biomimetics, University of Minho, Headquarters of the European Institute of Excellence on Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine, AvePark, Parque de Ciência e Tecnologia, Zona Industrial da Gandra, 4805-017 Barco, Guimarães, Portugal
- ICVS/3B's-PT Government Associated Laboratory, 4710-057 Braga, Portugal
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- 3B's Research Group, I3Bs-Research Institute on Biomaterials, Biodegradables and Biomimetics, University of Minho, Headquarters of the European Institute of Excellence on Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine, AvePark, Parque de Ciência e Tecnologia, Zona Industrial da Gandra, 4805-017 Barco, Guimarães, Portugal
- ICVS/3B's-PT Government Associated Laboratory, 4710-057 Braga, Portugal
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- 3B's Research Group, I3Bs-Research Institute on Biomaterials, Biodegradables and Biomimetics, University of Minho, Headquarters of the European Institute of Excellence on Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine, AvePark, Parque de Ciência e Tecnologia, Zona Industrial da Gandra, 4805-017 Barco, Guimarães, Portugal.
- ICVS/3B's-PT Government Associated Laboratory, 4710-057 Braga, Portugal.
- The Discoveries Centre for Regenerative and Precision Medicine, Headquarters at University of Minho, Avepark, 4805-017 Barco, Guimarães, Portugal.
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- 3B's Research Group, I3Bs-Research Institute on Biomaterials, Biodegradables and Biomimetics, University of Minho, Headquarters of the European Institute of Excellence on Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine, AvePark, Parque de Ciência e Tecnologia, Zona Industrial da Gandra, 4805-017 Barco, Guimarães, Portugal
- ICVS/3B's-PT Government Associated Laboratory, 4710-057 Braga, Portugal
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- 3B's Research Group, I3Bs-Research Institute on Biomaterials, Biodegradables and Biomimetics, University of Minho, Headquarters of the European Institute of Excellence on Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine, AvePark, Parque de Ciência e Tecnologia, Zona Industrial da Gandra, 4805-017 Barco, Guimarães, Portugal
- ICVS/3B's-PT Government Associated Laboratory, 4710-057 Braga, Portugal
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- 3B's Research Group, I3Bs-Research Institute on Biomaterials, Biodegradables and Biomimetics, University of Minho, Headquarters of the European Institute of Excellence on Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine, AvePark, Parque de Ciência e Tecnologia, Zona Industrial da Gandra, 4805-017 Barco, Guimarães, Portugal
- ICVS/3B's-PT Government Associated Laboratory, 4710-057 Braga, Portugal
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- 3B's Research Group, I3Bs-Research Institute on Biomaterials, Biodegradables and Biomimetics, University of Minho, Headquarters of the European Institute of Excellence on Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine, AvePark, Parque de Ciência e Tecnologia, Zona Industrial da Gandra, 4805-017 Barco, Guimarães, Portugal
- ICVS/3B's-PT Government Associated Laboratory, 4710-057 Braga, Portugal
- The Discoveries Centre for Regenerative and Precision Medicine, Headquarters at University of Minho, Avepark, 4805-017 Barco, Guimarães, Portugal
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- Department of Medicine, University of Auckland, Auckland 1023, New Zealand
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- 3B's Research Group, I3Bs-Research Institute on Biomaterials, Biodegradables and Biomimetics, University of Minho, Headquarters of the European Institute of Excellence on Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine, AvePark, Parque de Ciência e Tecnologia, Zona Industrial da Gandra, 4805-017 Barco, Guimarães, Portugal
- ICVS/3B's-PT Government Associated Laboratory, 4710-057 Braga, Portugal
- The Discoveries Centre for Regenerative and Precision Medicine, Headquarters at University of Minho, Avepark, 4805-017 Barco, Guimarães, Portugal
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- 3B's Research Group, I3Bs-Research Institute on Biomaterials, Biodegradables and Biomimetics, University of Minho, Headquarters of the European Institute of Excellence on Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine, AvePark, Parque de Ciência e Tecnologia, Zona Industrial da Gandra, 4805-017 Barco, Guimarães, Portugal
- ICVS/3B's-PT Government Associated Laboratory, 4710-057 Braga, Portugal
- The Discoveries Centre for Regenerative and Precision Medicine, Headquarters at University of Minho, Avepark, 4805-017 Barco, Guimarães, Portugal
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Imaging of nano-hydroxyapatite/chitosan scaffolds using a cone beam computed tomography device on rat calvarial defects with histological verification. Clin Oral Investig 2019; 24:437-446. [PMID: 31104110 DOI: 10.1007/s00784-019-02939-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/22/2018] [Accepted: 05/02/2019] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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OBJECTIVES Τhis study aims at determining the ability of cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) to visualize critical-size defects (CSD) created at rat calvaria and filled with 75/25 w/w nano-hydroxyapatite/chitosan (nHAp/CS) scaffolds, prior to their histological investigation. MATERIALS AND METHODS Thirty adult Sprague Dawley rats, 15 males and 15 females, were used. Two CSD, 5 mm in diameter, were bilaterally trephined in the parietal bone. The right CSD was filled with nHAp/CS scaffold, while the left CSD remained empty, as the control group. Two female rats died post-operatively. Rats were euthanized at 2, 4, and 8 weeks post-surgery. Twenty-eight specimens (15 × 2 × 10 mm) were resected-containing both CSDs-and then scanned using a NewTom VGi CBCT imaging unit (Verona, Italy). The manufacturer's software trace region profile tool (NNT v6.2, Verona, Italy) was used in selected axial slices. The greyscale value (in VGiHU) and the traced/selected region of interest (ROI, in mm2) of those areas were automatically calculated. Subsequently, all specimens were histologically examined. RESULTS An increased VGiHU (P = 0.000), was observed in the experimental group relative to the control group. The ROI of CSD (in mm2) was significantly reduced (P = 0.001) from the fourth to the eighth week in both groups. No statistically significant difference between male and female rats (P = 0.188) was observed with respect to VGiHU. CONCLUSIONS The nHAp/CS scaffolds are easily visualized using a particular high-resolution CBCT device. CLINICAL RELEVANCE Both the CBCT measurements and also the histological results suggest that the nHAp/CS scaffold presence contributes to new bone formation in rat calvarial CSD.
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Pomini KT, Cestari TM, Santos German ÍJ, de Oliveira Rosso MP, de Oliveira Gonçalves JB, Buchaim DV, Pereira M, Andreo JC, Rosa GM, Della Coletta BB, Cosin Shindo JVT, Buchaim RL. Influence of experimental alcoholism on the repair process of bone defects filled with beta-tricalcium phosphate. Drug Alcohol Depend 2019; 197:315-325. [PMID: 30875652 DOI: 10.1016/j.drugalcdep.2018.12.031] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/12/2018] [Revised: 12/03/2018] [Accepted: 12/10/2018] [Indexed: 12/16/2022]
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This study evaluated the effect of ethanol on the repair in calvaria treated with beta-tricalcium phosphate (β-TCP). Forty rats were distributed into 2 groups: Water group (CG, n = 20) and Alcohol Group (AG, n = 20), which received 25% ethanol ad libitum after an adaptation period of 3 weeks. After 90 days of liquid diet, the rats were submitted to a 5.0 mm bilateral craniotomy in the parietal bones; the left parietal was filled with β-TCP (CG-TCP and AG-TCP) and the contralateral only with blood clot (CG-Clot and AG-Clot). The animals were killed after 10, 20, 40 and 60 days. The groups CG-Clot and AG-Clot showed similar pattern of bone formation with a gradual and significant increase in the amount of bone in CG-Clot (22.17 ± 3.18 and 34.81 ± 5.49) in relation to AG-Clot (9.35 ± 5.98 and 21.65 ± 6.70) in periods of 20-40 days, respectively. However, in the other periods there was no statistically significant difference. Alcohol ingestion had a negative influence on bone formation, even with the use of β-TCP, exhibiting slow resorption and replacement by fibrous tissue, with 16% of bone formation within 60 days in AG-TCP, exhibiting immature bone tissue with predominance of disorganized collagen fibers. Defects in CG-TCP showed bone tissue with predominance of lamellar arrangement filling 39% of the original defect. It can be concluded that chronic ethanol consumption impairs the ability to repair bone defects, even with the use of a β-TCP biomaterial.
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- Karina Torres Pomini
- Department of Biological Sciences (Anatomy), Bauru School of Dentistry, University of São Paulo (USP), Bauru, Brazil.
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- Department of Biological Sciences (Anatomy), Bauru School of Dentistry, University of São Paulo (USP), Bauru, Brazil.
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- Department of Biological Sciences (Anatomy), Bauru School of Dentistry, University of São Paulo (USP), Bauru, Brazil; Medical School, University of Marilia (UNIMAR), Marília, Brazil; Medical School, University Center of Adamantina (UNIFAI), Adamantina, Brazil.
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- Department of Biological Sciences (Anatomy), Bauru School of Dentistry, University of São Paulo (USP), Bauru, Brazil.
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- Department of Biological Sciences (Anatomy), Bauru School of Dentistry, University of São Paulo (USP), Bauru, Brazil.
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- University of the Sacred Heart (USC), Bauru, Brazil; University of the Ninth of July (UNINOVE), Bauru, Brazil.
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- Department of Biological Sciences (Anatomy), Bauru School of Dentistry, University of São Paulo (USP), Bauru, Brazil.
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- Department of Biological Sciences (Anatomy), Bauru School of Dentistry, University of São Paulo (USP), Bauru, Brazil; Medical School, University of Marilia (UNIMAR), Marília, Brazil.
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Musson DS, Gao R, Watson M, Lin JM, Park YE, Tuari D, Callon KE, Zhu M, Dalbeth N, Naot D, Munro JT, Cornish J. Bovine bone particulates containing bone anabolic factors as a potential xenogenic bone graft substitute. J Orthop Surg Res 2019; 14:60. [PMID: 30786911 PMCID: PMC6383243 DOI: 10.1186/s13018-019-1089-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/20/2018] [Accepted: 02/05/2019] [Indexed: 02/08/2023] Open
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Background Alternative grafts are needed to improve the healing of bone non-union. Here, we assessed a bovine bone product which retains the inorganic and organic components of bone, as an alternative bone graft. Methods Bovine bone matrix proteins (BBMPs) were isolated from bovine bone particulates (BBPs) and tested in vitro. Primary rat osteoblast viability, differentiation, and mineralisation were assessed with alamarBlue®, real-time PCR, and von Kossa staining assays, respectively. Osteoclast formation was assessed in primary murine bone marrow cultures with TRAP staining. Human osteoblast growth and differentiation in the presence of BBPs was evaluated in 3D collagen gels in vitro using alamarBlue® and real-time PCR, respectively. The efficacy of BBPs as an alternative bone graft was tested in a rat critical-size calvarial defect model, with histology scored at 4 and 12 weeks post-surgery. Results In vitro, the highest concentration of BBMPs increased mineral deposition five-fold compared to the untreated control group (P < 0.05); enhanced the expression of key osteoblast genes encoding for RUNX2, alkaline phosphatase, and osteocalcin (P < 0.05); and decreased osteoclast formation three-fold, compared to the untreated control group (P < 0.05). However, the BBPs had no effect on primary human osteoblasts in vitro, and in vivo, no difference was found in healing between the BBP-treated group and the untreated control group. Conclusions Overall, despite the positive effects of the BBMPs on the cells of the bone, the bovine bone product as a whole did not enhance bone healing. Finding a way to harness the positive effect of these BBMPs would provide a clear benefit for healing bone non-union.
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- David S Musson
- Department of Medicine, University of Auckland, Auckland, 1142, New Zealand.
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- Department of Medicine, University of Auckland, Auckland, 1142, New Zealand
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- Department of Medicine, University of Auckland, Auckland, 1142, New Zealand
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- Department of Medicine, University of Auckland, Auckland, 1142, New Zealand
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- Department of Medicine, University of Auckland, Auckland, 1142, New Zealand
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- Department of Medicine, University of Auckland, Auckland, 1142, New Zealand
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- Department of Medicine, University of Auckland, Auckland, 1142, New Zealand
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- Department of Medicine, University of Auckland, Auckland, 1142, New Zealand.,Auckland City Hospital, Auckland District Health Board, Auckland, 1023, New Zealand
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- Department of Medicine, University of Auckland, Auckland, 1142, New Zealand
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- Department of Medicine, University of Auckland, Auckland, 1142, New Zealand
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- Auckland City Hospital, Auckland District Health Board, Auckland, 1023, New Zealand.,Department of Surgery, University of Auckland, Auckland, 1142, New Zealand
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- Department of Medicine, University of Auckland, Auckland, 1142, New Zealand
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Pinotti FE, Pimentel Lopes de Oliveira GJ, Scardueli CR, Costa de Medeiros M, Stavropoulos A, Chiérici Marcantonio RA. Use of a Non-Crosslinked Collagen Membrane During Guided Bone Regeneration Does Not Interfere With the Bone Regenerative Capacity of the Periosteum. J Oral Maxillofac Surg 2018; 76:2331.e1-2331.e10. [PMID: 30092216 DOI: 10.1016/j.joms.2018.07.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/19/2022]
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PURPOSE To assess whether the use of a non-crosslinked porcine collagen type I and III bi-layered membrane inter-positioned between the periosteum and a bone defect would interfere with the bone regenerative capacity of the periosteum. MATERIALS AND METHODS Sixty rats, each with 1 critical-size calvarial defect (CSD; diameter, 5 mm) in the parietal bone, were randomly allocated to 1 of 3 equal-size groups after CSD creation: 1) the periosteum was excised and the flap was repositioned without interposition of a membrane (no-periosteum [NP] group); 2) the flap including the periosteum was repositioned (periosteum [P] group); and 3) a non-crosslinked collagen membrane was inter-positioned between the flap, including the periosteum, and the bone defect (membrane [M] group). Micro-computed tomography, qualitative histology, immunohistochemistry, and reverse transcription real-time quantitative polymerase chain reaction were performed at 3, 7, 15, and 30 days postoperatively. RESULTS A markedly increased radiographic residual defect length was observed in the NP group compared with the P group at 30 days. The NP group also presented a smaller radiographic bone fill area than the P group at 15 and 30 days and then the M group at 30 days. The P and M groups exhibited considerably greater expression of bone morphogenetic protein-2 and osteocalcin than the NP group at 7 days; expression of transforming growth factor-β1 was considerably greater in the NP group at 15 days. Further, the P group presented considerably higher gene expression levels of Runx2 and Jagged1 at 7 days and of alkaline phosphatase at 3 and 15 days compared with the M and NP groups. CONCLUSION Interposition of this specific non-crosslinked collagen membrane between the periosteum and the bone defect during guided bone regeneration interferes only slightly, if at all, with the bone regenerative capacity of the periosteum.
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- Felipe Eduardo Pinotti
- PhD Student, Department of Diagnosis and Surgery, School of Dentistry, São Paulo State University (UNESP), Araraquara, SP, Brazil
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- PhD Student, Department of Diagnosis and Surgery, School of Dentistry, São Paulo State University (UNESP), Araraquara, SP, Brazil
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- Postdoctoral Student, Department of Diagnosis and Surgery, School of Dentistry, São Paulo State University (UNESP), Araraquara, SP, Brazil
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- Department Head, Department of Periodontology, Faculty of Odontology, Malmö University, Malmö, Sweden
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Chatzipetros E, Christopoulos P, Donta C, Tosios KI, Tsiambas E, Tsiourvas D, Kalogirou EM, Tsiklakis K. Application of nano-hydroxyapatite/chitosan scaffolds on rat calvarial critical-sized defects: A pilot study. Med Oral Patol Oral Cir Bucal 2018; 23:e625-e632. [PMID: 30148464 PMCID: PMC6167094 DOI: 10.4317/medoral.22455] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/08/2018] [Accepted: 07/08/2018] [Indexed: 12/28/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND The purpose of this pilot study was to evaluate for the first time the effect of 75/25 w/w nano-Hydroxyapatite/Chitosan (nHAp/CS) scaffolds on Guided Bone Regeneration (GBR) in rat calvarial critical-sized defects (CSDs). MATERIAL AND METHODS Six adult Sprague Dawley rats, 3 males and 3 females, were used. Two CSDs, full thickness and 5mm in diameter, were trephined in both sides of the parietal bone. The right CSD was filled with nHAp/CS scaffold, while the left CSD remained empty, as the control group. The wound was sutured in layers. Rats were euthanized with diethyl ether inhalation at 2, 4 and 8 weeks after surgical procedure. Histological and histomorphometric analysis was performed within distinct regions of interest (ROI): the lateral area inward of the middle sagittal seam; the lateral area outward of the middle sagittal seam and the central area. RESULTS The mean surface of newly formed bone (in μm2) in the lateral area inward of the middle sagittal seam of all rats was significantly higher (P=0.039) in the experimental group (91733.00±38855.60) than the control group (46762.17±25507.97). The NOex-c, defined as total number of osteocytes (OST) in newly formed bone surface in experimental group [experimental OST] minus the total number of osteocytes in newly formed bone surface in control group [control OST], was significantly greater (P=0.029) at 4th week post-surgery. Within the experimental group, a statistically significant increase (P=0.042) in the surface of newly formed bone was noticed in rats euthanized in 4th week compared with rats euthanized in 2nd week after surgery in the lateral area inward of the middle sagittal seam. CONCLUSIONS The results of this study suggest that 75/25 w/w nHAp/CS scaffolds should be considered as a suitable biomaterial for GBR.
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- E Chatzipetros
- Department of Oral Diagnosis and Radiology, Faculty of Dentistry, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, 2 Thivon Str, 11527, Goudi, Athens, Greece,
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Gao R, Watson M, Callon KE, Tuari D, Dray M, Naot D, Amirapu S, Munro JT, Cornish J, Musson DS. Local application of lactoferrin promotes bone regeneration in a rat critical-sized calvarial defect model as demonstrated by micro-CT and histological analysis. J Tissue Eng Regen Med 2017; 12:e620-e626. [PMID: 27860377 PMCID: PMC5811776 DOI: 10.1002/term.2348] [Citation(s) in RCA: 32] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/19/2016] [Revised: 08/30/2016] [Accepted: 11/08/2016] [Indexed: 12/20/2022]
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Lactoferrin is a multifunctional glycoprotein with therapeutic potential for bone tissue engineering. The aim of this study was to assess the efficacy of local application of lactoferrin on bone regeneration. Five‐millimetre critical‐sized defects were created over the right parietal bone in 64 Sprague–Dawley rats. The rats were randomized into four groups: group 1 (n = 20) had empty defects; group 2 (n = 20) had defects grafted with collagen gels (3 mg/ml); group 3 (n = 20) had defects grafted with collagen gels impregnated with bovine lactoferrin (10 μg/gel); and group 4 (n = 4) had sham surgeries (skin and periosteal incisions only). The rats were sacrificed at 4 or 12 weeks post‐operatively, and the calvaria were excised and evaluated with micro‐CT (Skyscan 1172) followed by histology. The bone volume fraction (BV/TV) was higher in lactoferrin‐treated animals at both timepoints, with groups 1, 2, 3 and 4 measuring 10.5 ± 1.1%, 8.6 ± 1.4%, 16.5 ± 0.6% and 24.27 ± 2.6%, respectively, at 4 weeks (P < 0.05); and 12.2 ± 1.3%, 13.6 ± 1.5%, 21.9 ± 1.2% and 29.3 ± 0.8%, respectively, at 12 weeks (P < 0.05). Histological analysis revealed that the newly formed bone within the calvarial defects of all groups was a mixture of woven and lamellar bone, with more bone in the group treated with lactoferrin at both timepoints. Our study demonstrated that local application of lactoferrin significantly increased bone regeneration in a rat critical‐sized calvarial defect model. The profound effect of lactoferrin on bone regeneration has therapeutic potential to improve the poor clinical outcomes associated with bony non‐union. LF In Vivo JTERM Authors Contributions. Copyright © 2016 The Authors Journal of Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine Published by John Wiley & Sons, Ltd.
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- Ryan Gao
- Bone and Joint Research Group, University of Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand
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- Bone and Joint Research Group, University of Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand
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- Bone and Joint Research Group, University of Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand
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- Bone and Joint Research Group, University of Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand
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- Waikato District Health Board, Waikato, New Zealand
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- Bone and Joint Research Group, University of Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand
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- Department of Anatomy, University of Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand
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- Department of Surgery, Auckland District Health Board, Auckland, New Zealand
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- Bone and Joint Research Group, University of Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand
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- Bone and Joint Research Group, University of Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand
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