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Advancement of chitin and chitosan as promising biomaterials. JOURNAL OF SAUDI CHEMICAL SOCIETY 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jscs.2022.101561] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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Chen Y, Lee K, Chen Y, Yang Y, Kawazoe N, Chen G. Preparation of Stepwise Adipogenesis-Mimicking ECM-Deposited PLGA–Collagen Hybrid Meshes and Their Influence on Adipogenic Differentiation of hMSCs. ACS Biomater Sci Eng 2019; 5:6099-6108. [DOI: 10.1021/acsbiomaterials.9b00866] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/07/2023]
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- Yazhou Chen
- Research Center for Functional Materials, National Institute for Materials Science, 1-1 Namiki, Tsukuba, Ibaraki 3050044, Japan
- Department of Materials Science and Engineering, Graduate School of Pure and Applied Sciences, University of Tsukuba, 1-1-1 Tennodai, Tsukuba, Ibaraki, 305-8577, Japan
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- Research Center for Functional Materials, National Institute for Materials Science, 1-1 Namiki, Tsukuba, Ibaraki 3050044, Japan
- Department of Materials Science and Engineering, Graduate School of Pure and Applied Sciences, University of Tsukuba, 1-1-1 Tennodai, Tsukuba, Ibaraki, 305-8577, Japan
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- Research Center for Functional Materials, National Institute for Materials Science, 1-1 Namiki, Tsukuba, Ibaraki 3050044, Japan
- Department of Materials Science and Engineering, Graduate School of Pure and Applied Sciences, University of Tsukuba, 1-1-1 Tennodai, Tsukuba, Ibaraki, 305-8577, Japan
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- Graduate School of Life and Environmental Science, University of Tsukuba, 1-1-1 Tennodai, Tsukuba, Ibaraki 305-8571, Japan
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- Research Center for Functional Materials, National Institute for Materials Science, 1-1 Namiki, Tsukuba, Ibaraki 3050044, Japan
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- Research Center for Functional Materials, National Institute for Materials Science, 1-1 Namiki, Tsukuba, Ibaraki 3050044, Japan
- Department of Materials Science and Engineering, Graduate School of Pure and Applied Sciences, University of Tsukuba, 1-1-1 Tennodai, Tsukuba, Ibaraki, 305-8577, Japan
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Zou J, Wang W, Neffe AT, Xu X, Li Z, Deng Z, Sun X, Ma N, Lendlein A. Adipogenic differentiation of human adipose derived mesenchymal stem cells in 3D architectured gelatin based hydrogels (ArcGel). Clin Hemorheol Microcirc 2018; 67:297-307. [PMID: 28885199 DOI: 10.3233/ch-179210] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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Polymeric matrices mimicking multiple functions of the ECM are expected to enable a material induced regeneration of tissues. Here, we investigated the adipogenic differentiation of human adipose derived mesenchymal stem cells (hADSCs) in a 3D architectured gelatin based hydrogel (ArcGel) prepared from gelatin and L-lysine diisocyanate ethyl ester (LDI) in an one-step process, in which the formation of an open porous morphology and the chemical network formation were integrated. The ArcGel was designed to support adipose tissue regeneration with its 3D porous structure, high cell biocompatibility, and mechanical properties compatible with human subcutaneous adipose tissue. The ArcGel could support initial cell adhesion and survival of hADSCs. Under static culture condition, the cells could migrate into the inner part of the scaffold with a depth of 840±120 μm after 4 days, and distributed in the whole scaffold (2 mm in thickness) within 14 days. The cells proliferated in the scaffold and the fold increase of cell number after 7 days of culture was 2.55±0.08. The apoptotic rate of hADSCs in the scaffold was similar to that of cells maintained on tissue culture plates. When cultured in adipogenic induction medium, the hADSCs in the scaffold differentiated into adipocytes with a high efficiency (93±1%). Conclusively, this gelatin based 3D scaffold presented high cell compatibility for hADSC cultivation and differentiation, which could serve as a potential implant material in clinical applications for adipose tissue reparation and regeneration.
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- Jie Zou
- Institute of Biomaterial Science and Berlin-Brandenburg Centre for Regenerative Therapies, Helmholtz-Zentrum Geesthacht, Teltow, Germany.,Institute of Chemistry and Biochemistry, Freie Universität, Berlin, Germany
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- Institute of Biomaterial Science and Berlin-Brandenburg Centre for Regenerative Therapies, Helmholtz-Zentrum Geesthacht, Teltow, Germany
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- Institute of Biomaterial Science and Berlin-Brandenburg Centre for Regenerative Therapies, Helmholtz-Zentrum Geesthacht, Teltow, Germany.,Helmholtz Virtual Institute "Multifunctional Biomaterials in Medicine", Teltow, Germany
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- Institute of Biomaterial Science and Berlin-Brandenburg Centre for Regenerative Therapies, Helmholtz-Zentrum Geesthacht, Teltow, Germany.,Institute of Chemistry and Biochemistry, Freie Universität, Berlin, Germany
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- Institute of Biomaterial Science and Berlin-Brandenburg Centre for Regenerative Therapies, Helmholtz-Zentrum Geesthacht, Teltow, Germany.,Institute of Chemistry and Biochemistry, Freie Universität, Berlin, Germany
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- Institute of Biomaterial Science and Berlin-Brandenburg Centre for Regenerative Therapies, Helmholtz-Zentrum Geesthacht, Teltow, Germany.,Institute of Chemistry and Biochemistry, Freie Universität, Berlin, Germany
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- Institute of Biomaterial Science and Berlin-Brandenburg Centre for Regenerative Therapies, Helmholtz-Zentrum Geesthacht, Teltow, Germany.,Institute of Biochemistry and Biology, Universität Potsdam, Potsdam, Germany
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- Institute of Biomaterial Science and Berlin-Brandenburg Centre for Regenerative Therapies, Helmholtz-Zentrum Geesthacht, Teltow, Germany.,Institute of Chemistry and Biochemistry, Freie Universität, Berlin, Germany.,Helmholtz Virtual Institute "Multifunctional Biomaterials in Medicine", Teltow, Germany
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- Institute of Biomaterial Science and Berlin-Brandenburg Centre for Regenerative Therapies, Helmholtz-Zentrum Geesthacht, Teltow, Germany.,Institute of Chemistry and Biochemistry, Freie Universität, Berlin, Germany.,Helmholtz Virtual Institute "Multifunctional Biomaterials in Medicine", Teltow, Germany.,Institute of Biochemistry and Biology, Universität Potsdam, Potsdam, Germany
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Noreen A, Zia KM, Zuber M, Ali M, Mujahid M. A critical review of algal biomass: A versatile platform of bio-based polyesters from renewable resources. Int J Biol Macromol 2016; 86:937-49. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2016.01.067] [Citation(s) in RCA: 33] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/19/2015] [Revised: 01/09/2016] [Accepted: 01/19/2016] [Indexed: 10/22/2022]
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Combellack EJ, Jessop ZM, Naderi N, Griffin M, Dobbs T, Ibrahim A, Evans S, Burnell S, Doak SH, Whitaker IS. Adipose regeneration and implications for breast reconstruction: update and the future. Gland Surg 2016; 5:227-41. [PMID: 27047789 PMCID: PMC4791352 DOI: 10.3978/j.issn.2227-684x.2016.01.01] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/28/2015] [Accepted: 10/17/2015] [Indexed: 12/20/2022]
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The evolution of breast reconstruction and management of breast cancer has evolved significantly since the earliest descriptions in the Edwin Smith Papyrus (3,000 BC). The development of surgical and scientific expertise has changed the way that women are managed, and plastic surgeons are now able to offer a wide range of reconstructive options to suit individual needs. Beyond the gold standard autologous flap based reconstructions, regenerative therapies promise the elimination of donor site morbidity whilst providing equivalent aesthetic and functional outcomes. Future research aims to address questions regarding ideal cell source, optimisation of scaffold composition and interaction of de novo adipose tissue in the microenvironment of breast cancer.
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BACKGROUND Despite the widespread use of autologous fat grafting in both reconstructive and cosmetic surgery, volume retention remains a significant problem. We aimed to critically appraise the current body of literature in fat grafting to provide a framework to guide application and comparison. METHOD Search of scientific databases and gray literature was conducted. Articles examining nonadipogenic applications of adipose tissue and those specific to breast reconstruction were excluded. RESULTS One hundred three articles were included. These fell under the headings of donor site, effect of infiltration solution, harvest method, effect of centrifugation, reinjection method, supplementation, the role of adipose-derived stem cells, and scaffolding. CONCLUSIONS Despite the significant research effort in this field, there remains no consensus as to the optimum technique. This stems from the vast array of research methods and short follow-up durations. Further, extrapolation of in vitro results to clinical settings has led to many conflicting practices.
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Griffin M, Kalaskar DM, Butler PE, Seifalian AM. The use of adipose stem cells in cranial facial surgery. Stem Cell Rev Rep 2015; 10:671-85. [PMID: 24913279 PMCID: PMC4167434 DOI: 10.1007/s12015-014-9522-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/05/2023]
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Craniofacial malformations, have devastating psychosocial implications for many adults and children and causes huge socioeconomic burden. Currently craniofacial defects require soft tissue transfer, bone grafting techniques or difficult procedures such as microvascular free flaps. Such tissues are often limited in quantity, their harvest causes secondary large donor site defects and they lack the capability to fully restore previous form and function. Stem cell technology is being utilised for various tissue and organs of the body and consequently surgeons are eager to transfer these principles for craniofacial surgery. Adipose derived stem cells (ADSCs) are an exciting stem cell source for craniofacial surgeons due to their easy and painless isolation, relatively large abundance and familiarity with the harvesting procedure. ADSCs also have multiple desirable properties including adipogenic, osteogenic and chondrogenic potential, enhancement of angiogenesis and immunodulatory function. Due to these advantageous characteristics, ASDCs have been explored to repair craniofacial bone, soft tissue and cartilage. The desirable characteristics of ADSCs for craniofacial surgical applications will be explained. We report the experimental and clinical studies that have explored the use of ADSCs for bone, cartilage and soft tissue craniofacial defects. We conclude by establishing the key questions that are preventing the clinical application of ADSCs for craniofacial surgery.
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- Michelle Griffin
- UCL Centre for Nanotechnology and Regenerative Medicine, Division of Surgery & Interventional Science, University College London, London, United Kingdom
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Schellenberg A, Ross R, Abagnale G, Joussen S, Schuster P, Arshi A, Pallua N, Jockenhoevel S, Gries T, Wagner W. 3D non-woven polyvinylidene fluoride scaffolds: fibre cross section and texturizing patterns have impact on growth of mesenchymal stromal cells. PLoS One 2014; 9:e94353. [PMID: 24728045 PMCID: PMC3984156 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0094353] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/17/2014] [Accepted: 03/12/2014] [Indexed: 12/16/2022] Open
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Several applications in tissue engineering require transplantation of cells embedded in appropriate biomaterial scaffolds. Such structures may consist of 3D non-woven fibrous materials whereas little is known about the impact of mesh size, pore architecture and fibre morphology on cellular behavior. In this study, we have developed polyvinylidene fluoride (PVDF) non-woven scaffolds with round, trilobal, or snowflake fibre cross section and different fibre crimp patterns (10, 16, or 28 needles per inch). Human mesenchymal stromal cells (MSCs) from adipose tissue were seeded in parallel on these scaffolds and their growth was compared. Initial cell adhesion during the seeding procedure was higher on non-wovens with round fibres than on those with snowflake or trilobal cross sections. All PVDF non-woven fabrics facilitated cell growth over a time course of 15 days. Interestingly, proliferation was significantly higher on non-wovens with round or trilobal fibres as compared to those with snowflake profile. Furthermore, proliferation increased in a wider, less dense network. Scanning electron microscopy (SEM) revealed that the MSCs aligned along the fibres and formed cellular layers spanning over the pores. 3D PVDF non-woven scaffolds support growth of MSCs, however fibre morphology and mesh size are relevant: proliferation is enhanced by round fibre cross sections and in rather wide-meshed scaffolds.
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- Anne Schellenberg
- Stem Cell Biology and Cellular Engineering, Helmholtz-Institute for Biomedical Engineering, RWTH Aachen University Medical School, Aachen, Germany
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- Institute for Textile Technology RWTH Aachen University, Aachen, Germany
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- Stem Cell Biology and Cellular Engineering, Helmholtz-Institute for Biomedical Engineering, RWTH Aachen University Medical School, Aachen, Germany
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- Stem Cell Biology and Cellular Engineering, Helmholtz-Institute for Biomedical Engineering, RWTH Aachen University Medical School, Aachen, Germany
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- Institute for Textile Technology RWTH Aachen University, Aachen, Germany
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- Institute for Textile Technology RWTH Aachen University, Aachen, Germany
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- Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Hand Surgery, Burn Center, RWTH Aachen University, Aachen, Germany
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- Institute for Textile Technology RWTH Aachen University, Aachen, Germany
- Department of Applied Medical Engineering, Helmholtz-Institute for Biomedical Engineering, RWTH Aachen University, Aachen, Germany
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- Institute for Textile Technology RWTH Aachen University, Aachen, Germany
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- Stem Cell Biology and Cellular Engineering, Helmholtz-Institute for Biomedical Engineering, RWTH Aachen University Medical School, Aachen, Germany
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Tanzi MC, Farè S. Adipose tissue engineering: state of the art, recent advances and innovative approaches. Expert Rev Med Devices 2014; 6:533-51. [DOI: 10.1586/erd.09.37] [Citation(s) in RCA: 72] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/31/2022]
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Biomaterials originate from natural substances and are widely used in medicine. Although they have to satisfy many conditions to be useful for treatment, more and more research is carried out with new types of biomaterials that can help replace various tissues such as tendons and bones. Chitosan is a very promising material, revealing unique features, which makes it useful for veterinary medicine - antimicrobial activity, biocompatibility, biodegradability. It is also known as good scaffold material, especially when combined with other polymers. This article describes chitosan as a biomaterial and tissue engineering scaffold with possible applications in veterinary medicine
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Ferraro GA, De Francesco F, Nicoletti G, Paino F, Desiderio V, Tirino V, D'Andrea F. Human adipose CD34+ CD90+ stem cells and collagen scaffold constructs grafted in vivo fabricate loose connective and adipose tissues. J Cell Biochem 2013; 114:1039-49. [PMID: 23129214 DOI: 10.1002/jcb.24443] [Citation(s) in RCA: 56] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/16/2012] [Accepted: 10/24/2012] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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Stem cell based therapies for the repair and regeneration of various tissues are of great interest for a high number of diseases. Adult stem cells, instead, are more available, abundant and harvested with minimally invasive procedures. In particular, mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) are multi-potent progenitors, able to differentiate into bone, cartilage, and adipose tissues. Human adult adipose tissue seems to be the most abundant source of MSCs and, due to its easy accessibility; it is able to give a considerable amount of stem cells. In this study, we selected MSCs co-expressing CD34 and CD90 from adipose tissue. This stem cell population displayed higher proliferative capacity than CD34(-) CD90(-) cells and was able to differentiate in vitro into adipocytes (PPARγ(+) and adiponectin(+)) and endothelial cells (CD31(+) VEGF(+) Flk1(+)). In addition, in methylcellulose without VEGF, it formed a vascular network. The aim of this study was to investigate differentiation potential of human adipose CD34(+) /CD90(+) stem cells loaded onto commercial collagen sponges already used in clinical practice (Gingistat) both in vitro and in vivo. The results of this study clearly demonstrate that human adult adipose and loose connective tissues can be obtained in vivo, highlighting that CD34(+) /CD90 ASCs are extremely useful for regenerative medicine.
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- Giuseppe A Ferraro
- Dipartimento di Scienze Ortopediche, Riabilitative, Traumatologiche e Plastico-Ricostruttive, Seconda Università degli Studi di Napoli, Italy
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Comparison of in vivo adipogenic capabilities of two different extracellular matrix microparticle scaffolds. Plast Reconstr Surg 2013; 131:174e-187e. [PMID: 23358012 DOI: 10.1097/prs.0b013e3182789bb2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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BACKGROUND The extracellular matrix is an essential microenvironment for cell survival activity. The adipose tissue extract microparticle scaffolds from human adipose tissue and small intestine submucosa microparticle scaffolds from porcine jejunum were prepared. Their effects on the adipogenic capabilities of human adipose-derived stem cells were compared in vivo. METHODS A combination of physical and chemical methods was used to decellularize human fat and porcine jejunum. Expression of CD molecules on the adipose-derived stem cell surface was determined by flow cytometry. The stem cells were then cultured with the scaffold materials in vitro. The cell-scaffold complexes were implanted subcutaneously into nude mice, and samples were collected 4 and 8 weeks later. The adipogenic differentiation capabilities of adipose-derived stem cells were studied by histologic methods and real-time polymerase chain reaction. RESULTS The authors observed high expression of CD90 and CD44; no expression of CD34, CD45, CD31, or CD106; and weak positive expression of CD49d on the extracted cells, which indicates that the cells were adipose-derived stem cells. The main constituent of the decellularized adipose tissue extract and small intestine submucosa microparticles was collagenous fiber, and the cells proliferated faster on the adipose tissue extract than on small intestine submucosa. Formation of adipocytes in the adipose tissue extract group was closer to that of normal human fat tissue compared with that of the small intestine submucosa group. CONCLUSIONS Extracellular matrix microparticle scaffolds could promote proliferation, adhesion, and adipogenic differentiation of adipose-derived stem cells. The role of the adipose tissue extract microparticle scaffold in promoting adipogenesis was stronger and more suitable as a vector in fatty tissue engineering.
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BACKGROUND Soft-tissue repair is currently limited by the availability of autologous tissue sources and the absence of an ideal soft-tissue replacement comparable to native adipose tissue. Extracellular matrix-based biomaterials have demonstrated great potential as instructive scaffolds for regenerative medicine, mechanically and biochemically defined by the tissue of origin. As such, the distinctive high lipid content of adipose tissue requires unique processing conditions to generate a biocompatible scaffold for soft-tissue repair. METHODS Human adipose tissue was decellularized to obtain a matrix devoid of lipids and cells while preserving extracellular matrix architecture and bioactivity. To control degradation and volume persistence, the scaffold was cross-linked using hexamethylene diisocyanate and 1-ethyl-3-(3-dimethylaminopropyl) carbodiimide. In vitro studies with human adipose-derived stem cells were used to assess cell viability and adipogenic differentiation on the biomaterial. In vivo biocompatibility and volume persistence were evaluated by subcutaneous implantation over 12 weeks in a small-animal model. RESULTS The scaffold provided a biocompatible matrix supporting the growth and differentiation of adipose-derived stem cells in vitro. Cross-linking the matrix increased its resistance to enzymatic degradation. Subcutaneous implantation of the acellular adipose matrix in Sprague-Dawley rats showed minimal inflammatory reaction. Adipose tissue development and vascularization were observed in the implant, with host cells migrating into the matrix indicating the instructive potential of the matrix for guiding tissue remodeling and regeneration. CONCLUSIONS With its unique biological and mechanical properties, decellularized adipose extracellular matrix is a promising biomaterial scaffold that can potentially be used allogenically for the correction of soft-tissue defects.
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Ogushi Y, Sakai S, Kawakami K. Adipose tissue engineering using adipose-derived stem cells enclosed within an injectable carboxymethylcellulose-based hydrogel. J Tissue Eng Regen Med 2012; 7:884-92. [DOI: 10.1002/term.1480] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/09/2011] [Revised: 10/29/2011] [Accepted: 01/13/2012] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
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- Yuko Ogushi
- Department of Chemical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering; Kyushu University; 744 Motooka Nishi-ku Fukuoka 819-0395 Japan
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- Division of Chemical Engineering, Department of Materials Engineerin Science, Graduate School of Engineering Science; Osaka University; 1-3 Machikaneyama-cho Toyonaka Osaka 560-8531 Japan
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering; Kyushu University; 744 Motooka Nishi-ku Fukuoka 819-0395 Japan
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Hsieh CH, Wang JL, Huang YY. Large-scale cultivation of transplantable dermal papilla cellular aggregates using microfabricated PDMS arrays. Acta Biomater 2011; 7:315-24. [PMID: 20728585 DOI: 10.1016/j.actbio.2010.08.012] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/16/2010] [Revised: 08/14/2010] [Accepted: 08/16/2010] [Indexed: 01/14/2023]
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In this work we have developed a strategy for cultivating dermal papilla (DP) cells to form multiple arrayed spheroidal microtissues for transplantation on a micropatterned polydimethylsiloxane (PDMS)-based tissue culture polystyrene (TCPS) plate system. We also describe the behavior of dermal papilla cells on this platform and the spontaneous formation of spheroidal microtissues by DP cells. We used a hydrophobic PDMS arrayed chip as a master to separate the seeded cells in the TCPS culture plate. By controlling the cell seeding densities, a microwell with arrayed DP spheroidal microtissues was easily formed. Formation of DP microtissues was associated with overlapping multilayered cells on the microwells and low cell-substrate adhesivity on the PDMS film. The microwell environment enhanced the aggregation of DP cells into spheroidal microtissues on the TCPS culture plate. The spheroidal microtissues preserved their hair induction potential in vitro and in vivo. A large quantity of DP spheroidal microtissues could be obtained rapidly and simply using this platform. We could harvest hundreds of DP microtissues (352 microtissues) with a cell seeding density of 1×10⁶ cells well⁻¹ after 3 days cultivation in one well of a 24-well plate. This is the first demonstration of the formation of DP spheres in large quantitites.
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- Chin-Hsiung Hsieh
- Institute of Biomedical Engineering, National Taiwan University, Taipei, Taiwan
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Wang X, Reagan MR, Kaplan DL. Synthetic adipose tissue models for studying mammary gland development and breast tissue engineering. J Mammary Gland Biol Neoplasia 2010; 15:365-76. [PMID: 20835885 DOI: 10.1007/s10911-010-9192-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/23/2010] [Accepted: 08/24/2010] [Indexed: 12/20/2022] Open
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The mammary gland is a dynamic organ that continually changes its architecture and function. Reciprocal interactions between epithelium and adipocyte-containing stroma exert profound effects on all stages of its development, even though the details of these events are not fully understood. To address this issue, enormous potential exists in the utilization of synthetic adipose tissue model systems to uncover the properties and functions of adipocytes in the mammary gland. The first part of this review focuses on mammary adipose tissue (or adipocyte)-related model systems developed in recent years and their utility in investigating adipose-epithelial interactions, mammary gland morphogenesis, development and tumorigenesis. The second part shifts to the field of adipose-based breast tissue engineering, focusing on how these synthetic adipose tissue models are being constructed in vitro or in vivo for regeneration of the mammary gland, and their potentials in adipose tissue engineering also are discussed.
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- Xiuli Wang
- Department of Biomedical Engineering, Tufts University, Medford, MA 02155, USA
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Brandl FP, Seitz AK, Tessmar JKV, Blunk T, Göpferich AM. Enzymatically degradable poly(ethylene glycol) based hydrogels for adipose tissue engineering. Biomaterials 2010; 31:3957-66. [PMID: 20170951 DOI: 10.1016/j.biomaterials.2010.01.128] [Citation(s) in RCA: 72] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/06/2009] [Accepted: 01/21/2010] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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Adipose tissue engineering requires biomaterials that promote the differentiation of seeded adipocytes. Here, we report on the development and characterization of in situ forming, poly(ethylene glycol) (PEG) based hydrogels for soft tissue augmentation. Branched PEG-amines were modified with collagenase-sensitive peptides and cross-linked with branched PEG-succinimidyl propionates without the use of free-radical initiators (enzymatically degradable hydrogels). Alanine-modified PEG-amines were used for the preparation of non-degradable gels. Depending on the used polymer concentration, the strength of degradable gels after swelling ranged from 1708 to 7412 Pa; the strength of non-degradable hydrogels varied between 1496 and 7686 Pa. Enzyme mediated gel degradation occurred within 10, 16, and 19 days (5%, 10%, and 15% initial polymer content). To evaluate their suitability as scaffold materials for adipose tissue engineering, the hydrogels were functionalized with the laminin-derived adhesion peptide YIGSR, and seeded with 3T3-L1 preadipocytes. Compared to a standard two-dimensional cell culture model, the developed hydrogels significantly enhanced the intracellular triglyceride accumulation of encapsulated adipocytes. Functionalization with YIGSR further enhanced lipid synthesis within differentiating adipocytes. Long-term studies suggested that enzymatically degradable hydrogels furthermore promote the formation of coherent adipose tissue-like structures featuring many mature unilocular fat cells.
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- Ferdinand P Brandl
- Department of Pharmaceutical Technology, University of Regensburg, Regensburg, Germany
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Lund AW, Yener B, Stegemann JP, Plopper GE. The natural and engineered 3D microenvironment as a regulatory cue during stem cell fate determination. TISSUE ENGINEERING PART B-REVIEWS 2009; 15:371-80. [PMID: 19505193 DOI: 10.1089/ten.teb.2009.0270] [Citation(s) in RCA: 148] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/09/2023]
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The concept of using stem cells as self-renewing sources of healthy cells in regenerative medicine has existed for decades, but most applications have yet to achieve clinical success. A main reason for the lack of successful stem cell therapies is the difficulty in fully recreating the maintenance and control of the native stem cell niche. Improving the performance of transplanted stem cells therefore requires a better understanding of the cellular mechanisms guiding stem cell behavior in both native and engineered three-dimensional (3D) microenvironments. Most techniques, however, for uncovering mechanisms controlling cell behavior in vitro have been developed using 2D cell cultures and are of limited use in 3D environments such as engineered tissue constructs. Deciphering the mechanisms controlling stem cell fate in native and engineered 3D environments, therefore, requires rigorous quantitative techniques that permit mechanistic, hypothesis-driven studies of cell-microenvironment interactions. Here, we review the current understanding of 2D and 3D stem cell control mechanisms and propose an approach to uncovering the mechanisms that govern stem cell behavior in 3D.
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- Amanda W Lund
- Department of Biology, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, Troy, New York 12180, USA
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