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Ren J, Murray R, Wong CS, Qin J, Chen M, Totsika M, Riddell AD, Warwick A, Rukin N, Woodruff MA. Development of 3D Printed Biodegradable Mesh with Antimicrobial Properties for Pelvic Organ Prolapse. Polymers (Basel) 2022; 14:polym14040763. [PMID: 35215676 PMCID: PMC8877663 DOI: 10.3390/polym14040763] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/28/2021] [Revised: 01/31/2022] [Accepted: 02/03/2022] [Indexed: 01/10/2023] Open
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To address the increasing demand for safe and effective treatment options for pelvic organ prolapse (POP) due to the worldwide ban of the traditional polypropylene meshes, this study introduced degradable polycaprolactone (PCL)/polyethylene glycol (PEG) composite meshes fabricated with melt-electrowriting (MEW). Two PCL/PEG mesh groups: 90:10 and 75:25 (PCL:PEG, wt%) were fabricated and characterized for their degradation rate and mechanical properties, with PCL meshes used as a control. The PCL/PEG composites showed controllable degradation rates by adjusting the PEG content and produced mechanical properties, such as maximal forces, that were higher than PCL alone. The antibacterial properties of the meshes were elicited by coating them with a commonly used antibiotic: azithromycin. Two dosage levels were used for the coating: 0.5 mg and 1 mg per mesh, and both dosage levels were found to be effective in suppressing the growth of S. aureus bacteria. The biocompatibility of the meshes was assessed using human immortalized adipose derived mesenchymal stem cells (hMSC). In vitro assays were used to assess the cell viability (LIVE/DEAD assay), cell metabolic activity (alamarBlue assay) and cell morphology on the meshes (fluorescent and electron microscopy). The cell attachment was found to decrease with increased PEG content. The freshly drug-coated meshes showed signs of cytotoxicity during the cell study process. However, when pre-released for 14 days in phosphate buffered saline, the initial delay in cell attachment on the drug-coated mesh groups showed full recovery at the 14-day cell culture time point. These results indicated that the PCL/PEG meshes with antibiotics coating will be an effective anti-infectious device when first implanted into the patients, and, after about 2 weeks of drug release, the mesh will be supporting cell attachment and proliferation. These meshes demonstrated a potential effective treatment option for POP that may circumvent the issues related to the traditional polypropylene meshes.
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- Jiongyu Ren
- Centre for Biomedical Technologies, Queensland University of Technology (QUT), Brisbane, QLD 4000, Australia; (J.R.); (M.C.)
- School of Mechanical, Medical and Process Engineering, Queensland University of Technology (QUT), Brisbane, QLD 4000, Australia
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- Herston Biofabrication Institute, Metro North Health, Brisbane, QLD 4029, Australia; (R.M.); (N.R.)
- Australian Institute for Bioengineering and Nanotechnology, The University of Queensland, Brisbane, QLD 4072, Australia
- Redcliffe Hospital, Metro North Health, Redcliffe, QLD 4020, Australia; (A.D.R.); (A.W.)
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- Aikenhead Centre for Medical Discovery (ACMD), St Vincent’s Hospital, Melbourne, VIC 3065, Australia;
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- Centre for Immunology and Infection Control, School of Biomedical Sciences, Queensland University of Technology, Brisbane, QLD 4000, Australia; (J.Q.); (M.T.)
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- Centre for Biomedical Technologies, Queensland University of Technology (QUT), Brisbane, QLD 4000, Australia; (J.R.); (M.C.)
- School of Mechanical, Medical and Process Engineering, Queensland University of Technology (QUT), Brisbane, QLD 4000, Australia
- Herston Biofabrication Institute, Metro North Health, Brisbane, QLD 4029, Australia; (R.M.); (N.R.)
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- Centre for Immunology and Infection Control, School of Biomedical Sciences, Queensland University of Technology, Brisbane, QLD 4000, Australia; (J.Q.); (M.T.)
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- Redcliffe Hospital, Metro North Health, Redcliffe, QLD 4020, Australia; (A.D.R.); (A.W.)
- Northside Clinical Unit, School of Clinical Medicine, The University of Queensland, Brisbane, QLD 4072, Australia
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- Redcliffe Hospital, Metro North Health, Redcliffe, QLD 4020, Australia; (A.D.R.); (A.W.)
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- Herston Biofabrication Institute, Metro North Health, Brisbane, QLD 4029, Australia; (R.M.); (N.R.)
- Redcliffe Hospital, Metro North Health, Redcliffe, QLD 4020, Australia; (A.D.R.); (A.W.)
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- Centre for Biomedical Technologies, Queensland University of Technology (QUT), Brisbane, QLD 4000, Australia; (J.R.); (M.C.)
- School of Mechanical, Medical and Process Engineering, Queensland University of Technology (QUT), Brisbane, QLD 4000, Australia
- Correspondence:
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Mardina Z, Venezuela J, Maher C, Shi Z, Dargusch M, Atrens A. Design, mechanical and degradation requirements of biodegradable metal mesh for pelvic floor reconstruction. Biomater Sci 2022; 10:3371-3392. [DOI: 10.1039/d2bm00179a] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/21/2022]
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Pelvic organ prolapse (POP) is the herniation of surrounding tissue and organs into the vagina and or rectum, and is a result of weakening of pelvic floor muscles, connective tissue,...
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Anton-Sales I, Roig-Sanchez S, Traeger K, Weis C, Laromaine A, Turon P, Roig A. In vivo soft tissue reinforcement with bacterial nanocellulose. Biomater Sci 2021; 9:3040-3050. [PMID: 33666604 DOI: 10.1039/d1bm00025j] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/21/2022]
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The use of surgical meshes to reinforce damaged internal soft tissues has been instrumental for successful hernia surgery; a highly prevalent condition affecting yearly more than 20 million patients worldwide. Intraperitoneal adhesions between meshes and viscera are one of the most threatening complications, often implying reoperation or side effects such as chronic pain and bowel perforation. Despite recent advances in the optimization of mesh porous structure, incorporation of anti-adherent coatings or new approaches in the mesh fixation systems, clinicians and manufacturers are still pursuing an optimal material to improve the clinical outcomes at a cost-effective ratio. Here, bacterial nanocellulose (BNC), a bio-based polymer, is evaluated as a soft tissue reinforcement material regarding mechanical properties and in vivo anti-adhesive performance. A double-layer BNC laminate proved sufficient to meet the standards of mechanical resistance for abdominal hernia reinforcement meshes. BNC-polypropylene (BNC-PP) composites incorporating a commercial mesh have also been prepared. The in vivo study of implanted BNC patches in a rabbit model demonstrated excellent anti-adherent characteristics of this natural nanofibrous polymer 21-days after implantation and the animals were asymptomatic after the surgery. BNC emerges as a novel and versatile hernioplasty biomaterial with outstanding mechanical and anti-adherent characteristics.
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- Irene Anton-Sales
- Institute of Materials Science of Barcelona (ICMAB-CSIC), Campus UAB, 08193 Bellaterra, Catalonia, Spain.
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- Institute of Materials Science of Barcelona (ICMAB-CSIC), Campus UAB, 08193 Bellaterra, Catalonia, Spain.
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- Department of Research and Development, B. Braun Surgical, S.A.U., Carretera de Terrassa 121, Rubí, 08191 Barcelona, Spain.
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- Department of Research and Development, B. Braun Surgical, S.A.U., Carretera de Terrassa 121, Rubí, 08191 Barcelona, Spain.
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- Institute of Materials Science of Barcelona (ICMAB-CSIC), Campus UAB, 08193 Bellaterra, Catalonia, Spain.
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- Department of Research and Development, B. Braun Surgical, S.A.U., Carretera de Terrassa 121, Rubí, 08191 Barcelona, Spain.
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- Institute of Materials Science of Barcelona (ICMAB-CSIC), Campus UAB, 08193 Bellaterra, Catalonia, Spain.
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Yu S, Ma P. Mechanical properties of warp-knitted hernia repair mesh with various boundary conditions. J Mech Behav Biomed Mater 2020; 114:104192. [PMID: 33160913 DOI: 10.1016/j.jmbbm.2020.104192] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/13/2020] [Revised: 10/26/2020] [Accepted: 10/27/2020] [Indexed: 12/24/2022]
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In this paper, two most representative hernia repair meshes were prepared with 0.15 mm polypropylene monofilaments via warp knitting technology, and their mechanical properties were tested in various aspects. Meanwhile, a focused investigation of the boundary conditions between the sutures and the mesh was simulated in several directions innovatively. The results revealed that the hernia repair mesh with different structures has different mechanical properties, and the mechanical properties of standard hernia repair mesh were superior to that of lightweight hernia repair mesh. In order to reduce foreign body sensation and postoperative adverse reactions significantly, the lightweight hernia repair mesh may be preferred. At the same time, the mesh should be placed in the proper direction to comply with the anisotropy of abdominal wall during operation. The area where the hernia mesh is in contact with the sutures was vulnerable to damage. The curved or wrinkled area of the hernia repair mesh increases with the increase of load, which may lead to poor tissue growth, a strong inflammatory response, and even the recurrence of the hernia. Therefore, the hernia repair meshes with different structures may require unique suture techniques. And they also should be further treated prior to implantation. This study provides a theoretical basis for development, utilization and improvement of meshes. Further research will focus on the biomechanical properties of the mesh after implantation in vivo studies.
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- Shuang Yu
- Engineering Research Center of Knitting Technology, Ministry of Education, College of Textile Science and Engineering, Jiangnan University, Wuxi, 214122, China
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- Engineering Research Center of Knitting Technology, Ministry of Education, College of Textile Science and Engineering, Jiangnan University, Wuxi, 214122, China; Key Laboratory of Clean Dyeing and Finishing Technology of Zhejiang Province, Shaoxing University, Shaoxing, 3212000, China.
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Yu S, Ma P, Cong H, Jiang G. Preparation and Performances of Warp-Knitted Hernia Repair Mesh Fabricated with Chitosan Fiber. Polymers (Basel) 2019; 11:polym11040595. [PMID: 30960579 PMCID: PMC6523771 DOI: 10.3390/polym11040595] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/11/2019] [Revised: 03/21/2019] [Accepted: 03/26/2019] [Indexed: 12/30/2022] Open
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In this paper, warp-knitted knitted fabrics with chitosan fibers for ventral hernia repair were fabricated with three kinds of structures. The properties of chitosan fiber, yarns, and fabrics were tested. The results demonstrated that the properties of a mesh fabricated with 1-0/1-2/2-3/2-1// structure were slightly better than those of other fabrics. The mechanical properties of the three produced fabrics were weak. However, the results demonstrated that chitosan meshes have many advantages, such as excellent hygroscopicity, and thermal and antimicrobial properties, which makes them one of the best materials for ventral hernia repair. The findings have theoretical and practical significance for the industrial uses of chitosan in ventral hernia repair.
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- Shuang Yu
- Engineering Research Center for Knitting Technology, Ministry of Education, Jiangnan University, Wuxi 214122, China.
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- Engineering Research Center for Knitting Technology, Ministry of Education, Jiangnan University, Wuxi 214122, China.
- State Key Laboratory of Bio-Fibers and Eco-Textiles, Qingdao University, Qingdao 266071, China.
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- Engineering Research Center for Knitting Technology, Ministry of Education, Jiangnan University, Wuxi 214122, China.
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- Engineering Research Center for Knitting Technology, Ministry of Education, Jiangnan University, Wuxi 214122, China.
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Experimental Study on Bi-Axial Mechanical Properties of Warp-knitted Meshes with and without Initial Notches. MATERIALS 2018; 11:ma11101999. [PMID: 30332825 PMCID: PMC6213491 DOI: 10.3390/ma11101999] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/23/2018] [Revised: 10/12/2018] [Accepted: 10/12/2018] [Indexed: 12/05/2022]
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Warp-knitted meshes have been widely used for structural reinforcement of rigid, semi-rigid, and flexible composite materials. In order to meet the performance requirements of different engineering applications, four typical warp-knitted meshes (rectangular, square, circular, and diamond) were designed and developed. The mechanical behaviors of these meshes under mono-axial and multi-axial tensile loads were compared. The influence of the initial notch length and orientation on the mechanical performance was also analyzed. The results showed that the biaxial tensile behavior of warp-knitted meshes tended to be more isotropic. The anisotropy level of the diamond warp-knitted mesh was the lowest (λ = 0.099), while the rectangular one was the highest (λ = 0.502). The notch on a significantly anisotropic mesh was propagated along the direction of larger modulus, while for a not remarkably anisotropic mesh, notch propagation was probably consistent with the initial notch orientation. The breaking strength of warp-knitted meshes with the same initial notch orientation decreased with the increase in notch length in both the wale and course directions. For warp-knitted meshes with the same initial notch length, the breaking strength in the wale direction was kept stable at different notch orientations, while that in the course direction decreased remarkably with notch orientation from 0° to 90°.
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