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Allahverdi M, Dadmehr M, Sharifmoghadam MR, Bahreini M. Encapsulation of Lactiplantibacillus plantarum probiotics through cross-linked chitosan and casein for improving their viability, antioxidant and detoxification. Int J Biol Macromol 2024; 280:135820. [PMID: 39306184 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2024.135820] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/13/2024] [Revised: 09/09/2024] [Accepted: 09/18/2024] [Indexed: 09/26/2024]
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In the present study, encapsulation of Lactiplantibacillus plantarum (L.p) was performed using chitosan and casein through calcium phosphate intercrossing. Chitosan and casein both considered as non-toxic and biocompatible food derived components with intrinsic antioxidant properties. Layer by layer strategy was performed for deposition of modified cross-linked chitosan along with casein as the novel protective layers on the surface of probiotics. After confirmation of successful encapsulation, the viability and antioxidant activity of encapsulated L.p was evaluated. The results showed enhanced survival and antioxidant activity of encapsulated L.p compared to free bacteria in simulated digestive conditions. The survival of free and encapsulated L.p was respectively 1.38 ± 0.29 log cfu/ml and 6.99 ± 0.12 log cfu/ml in SGF and 8.54 ± 0.05 log cfu/ml and 7.25 ± 0.23 log cfu/ml in SIJ after 2 h of incubation. HPLC analysis was also used to investigate the detoxification activity of probiotics toward Aflatoxin M1 and obtained results showed encapsulated bacteria could significantly reduce aflatoxin M1 (68.44 ± 0.5 %) compared to free bacteria (43.76 ± 0.54 %). The results of this research suggest that the chitosan/casein mediated encapsulation of L.p with layer-by-layer technology is an effective method to improve the survival and antioxidant properties of probiotics with enhanced detoxification of AFM1.
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- Mehrana Allahverdi
- Department of Biology, Faculty of Science, Ferdowsi University of Mashhad, Mashhad, Iran
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- Department of Biology, Payame Noor University, Tehran, Iran.
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- Department of Biology, Faculty of Science, Ferdowsi University of Mashhad, Mashhad, Iran
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Moine L, Canali MM, Porporatto C, Correa SG. Reviewing the biological activity of chitosan in the mucosa: Focus on intestinal immunity. Int J Biol Macromol 2021; 189:324-334. [PMID: 34419549 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2021.08.098] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/01/2021] [Revised: 08/08/2021] [Accepted: 08/12/2021] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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Chitosan is a polymer derived from the partial deacetylation of chitin with particular characteristics, such as mucoadhesiveness, tolerability, biocompatibility and biodegradability. Biomedical uses of chitosan cover a wide spectrum of applications as dietary fiber, immunoadjuvant and regulator of the intestinal microbiota or delivery agent. Chemical modification of chitosan is feasible because its reactive amino and hydroxyl groups can be modified by a diverse array of ligands, functional groups and molecules. This gives rise to numerous derivatives that allow different formulation types influencing their activity. Considering the multiple events resulting from the interaction with mucosal tissues, chitosan is a singular candidate for strategies targeting immune stimulation (i.e., tolerance induction, vaccination). Its role as a prebiotic and probiotic carrier represents an effective option to manage intestinal dysbiosis. In the intestinal scenario where the exposure of the immune system to a wide variety of antigens is permanent, chitosan increases IgA levels and favors a tolerogenic environment, thus becoming a key ally for host homeostasis.
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- L Moine
- Departamento de Bioquímica Clínica-Facultad de Ciencias Químicas-Centro de Investigaciones en Bioquímica Clínica e Inmunología (CIBICI-CONICET), Universidad Nacional de Córdoba, Haya de la Torre y Medina Allende, CP: 5016 Córdoba Capital, Córdoba, Argentina
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- Université Côte d'Azur, INSERM, CNRS, IPMC, France
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- Instituto Multidisciplinario de Investigación y Transferencia Agroalimentaria y Biotecnológica (IMITAB-CONICET), Universidad Nacional de Villa María (UNVM), Arturo Jauretche 1555, CP: 5900 Villa María, Córdoba, Argentina
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- Departamento de Bioquímica Clínica-Facultad de Ciencias Químicas-Centro de Investigaciones en Bioquímica Clínica e Inmunología (CIBICI-CONICET), Universidad Nacional de Córdoba, Haya de la Torre y Medina Allende, CP: 5016 Córdoba Capital, Córdoba, Argentina.
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Nawawi WMFBW, Jones M, Murphy RJ, Lee KY, Kontturi E, Bismarck A. Nanomaterials Derived from Fungal Sources-Is It the New Hype? Biomacromolecules 2020; 21:30-55. [PMID: 31592650 PMCID: PMC7076696 DOI: 10.1021/acs.biomac.9b01141] [Citation(s) in RCA: 39] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/18/2019] [Revised: 10/07/2019] [Indexed: 12/21/2022]
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Greener alternatives to synthetic polymers are constantly being investigated and sought after. Chitin is a natural polysaccharide that gives structural support to crustacean shells, insect exoskeletons, and fungal cell walls. Like cellulose, chitin resides in nanosized structural elements that can be isolated as nanofibers and nanocrystals by various top-down approaches, targeted at disintegrating the native construct. Chitin has, however, been largely overshadowed by cellulose when discussing the materials aspects of the nanosized components. This Perspective presents a thorough overview of chitin-related materials research with an analytical focus on nanocomposites and nanopapers. The red line running through the text emphasizes the use of fungal chitin that represents several advantages over the more popular crustacean sources, particularly in terms of nanofiber isolation from the native matrix. In addition, many β-glucans are preserved in chitin upon its isolation from the fungal matrix, enabling new horizons for various engineering solutions.
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- Wan M. F. B. W. Nawawi
- Department
of Chemical Engineering, Imperial College
London, South Kensington Campus, London SW7 2AZ, U.K.
- Department
of Biotechnology Engineering, International
Islamic University Malaysia, P.O. Box 10, 50728 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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- School
of Engineering, RMIT University, Bundoora
East Campus, P.O. Box 71, Bundoora 3083, Victoria, Australia
- Polymer and
Composite Engineering (PaCE) Group, Institute of Materials Chemistry
and Research, Faculty of Chemistry, University
of Vienna, Währinger
Strasse 42, 1090 Vienna, Austria
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- Centre
for Environment & Sustainability, University
of Surrey, Arthur C Clarke
building, Floor 2, Guildford GU2 7XH, U.K.
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- Department
of Aeronautics, Imperial College London,
South Kensington Campus, London SW7 2AZ, U.K.
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- Department
of Bioproducts and Biosystems, Aalto University, P.O. Box 16300, FI-00076 Aalto, Finland
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- Department
of Chemical Engineering, Imperial College
London, South Kensington Campus, London SW7 2AZ, U.K.
- Polymer and
Composite Engineering (PaCE) Group, Institute of Materials Chemistry
and Research, Faculty of Chemistry, University
of Vienna, Währinger
Strasse 42, 1090 Vienna, Austria
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Abid S, Hussain T, Nazir A, Zahir A, Ramakrishna S, Hameed M, Khenoussi N. Enhanced antibacterial activity of PEO-chitosan nanofibers with potential application in burn infection management. Int J Biol Macromol 2019; 135:1222-1236. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2019.06.022] [Citation(s) in RCA: 60] [Impact Index Per Article: 12.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/08/2019] [Revised: 05/24/2019] [Accepted: 06/03/2019] [Indexed: 12/21/2022]
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Davoodbasha M, Lee SY, Kim JW. Solution plasma mediated formation of low molecular weight chitosan and its application as a biomaterial. Int J Biol Macromol 2018; 118:1511-1517. [PMID: 29966672 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2018.06.168] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/07/2018] [Revised: 05/31/2018] [Accepted: 06/28/2018] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
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Low molecular weight (LMW) chitosan has been a great attention in bio-molecular chemistry, medicine, and drug delivery system in particular. Depolymerization of high molecular weight (HMW) chitosan to LMW chitosan was achieved by solution plasma process (SPP) without affecting its chemical structures. Chitosan in solution was depolymerized by discharging plasma at 800 V with 35 kHz for various times (15-120 min). Gel permeation chromatography analysis revealed that molecular weight of chitosan decreased from 3.0 × 105 Da to 7.8 × 103 Da in 30 min plasma treatment, and further to 4.6 × 103 Da in 90 min. Dynamic light scattering and zeta potential studies confirmed formation of chitosan nano-aggregates. Interestingly, the LMW chitosan samples showed antimicrobial activity against Escherichia coli, Staphylococcus aureus, and Candida albicans with minimal inhibitory concentration of 80-1200 μg·mL-1. They also exhibited an excellent antioxidant activity (58-75%) and swelling ratio of 0.2-2.0 mg·mg-1. LMW chitosan was likely to have potential for sustainable usage as carrier molecules, biomaterials, and biomedical applications.
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- MubarakAli Davoodbasha
- Division of Bioengineering, College of Life Sciences and Bioengineering, Incheon National University, Republic of Korea; Center for Surface Technology and Application, Korea Aerospace University, Republic of Korea; National Repository for Microalgae and Cyanobacteria - Freshwater (DBT, Govt. of India), Department of Microbiology, Bharathidasan University, Tiruchirappalli, India.
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- Center for Surface Technology and Application, Korea Aerospace University, Republic of Korea.
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- Division of Bioengineering, College of Life Sciences and Bioengineering, Incheon National University, Republic of Korea; Center for Surface Technology and Application, Korea Aerospace University, Republic of Korea.
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Emerich DF, Frydel BR, Flanagan TR, Palmatier M, Winn SR, Christenson L. Transplantation of Polymer Encapsulated Pc12 Cells: Use of Chitosan as an Immobilization Matrix. Cell Transplant 2017; 2:241-249. [DOI: 10.1177/096368979300200308] [Citation(s) in RCA: 33] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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Polymer capsules were fabricated to encapsulate PC12 cells within a semipermeable and immunoprotective barrier. The inclusion of precipitated chitosan as an immobilization matrix within the polymer capsules increased the survival and physiological functioning of the PC12 cells. In an initial study, HPLC analysis revealed that the inclusion of a chitosan matrix resulted in an increased output of catecholamines from the encapsulated PC12 cells under both basal conditions, and following high potassium depolarization at 2 and 4 wk following encapsulation in vitro. Furthermore, implantation of cohort PC12 cell-loaded capsules into guinea pig striata revealed that chitosan enhanced PC 12 cell survival after 6 wk. A second study determined that 12 wk after implantation into guinea pig striatum, abundant tyrosine hydroxylase-positive PC12 cells were evenly distributed within capsules containing chitosan. The long-term biocompatibility of these implants was good as determined by the absence of inflammatory or immune cells, and minimal GFAP reactivity surrounding the implant site. In contrast, implantation of unencapsulated PC12 cells resulted in a marked host tissue reaction, and destruction of the implanted cells within 4 wk. It is concluded that the inclusion of precipitated chitosan as an immobilization matrix enhanced the viability of encapsulated PC12 cells, and that altering the internal milieu of polymeric capsules may represent an effective transplant strategy for ameliorating human diseases characterized by secretory cell dysfunction.
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Aslan C, Çelebi N, Değim İT, Atak A, Özer Ç. Development of Interleukin-2 Loaded Chitosan-Based Nanogels Using Artificial Neural Networks and Investigating the Effects on Wound Healing in Rats. AAPS PharmSciTech 2017; 18:1019-1030. [PMID: 27853994 DOI: 10.1208/s12249-016-0662-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/03/2016] [Accepted: 10/30/2016] [Indexed: 12/27/2022] Open
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The aim of this study was to develop and characterize rh- IL-2 loaded chitosan-based nanogels for the healing of wound incision in rats. Nanogels were prepared using chitosan and bovine serum albumin (BSA) by ionic gelation method and high temperature application, respectively. Particle size, zeta potential, and polydispersity index were measured for characterization of nanogels. The morphology of nanogels was examined by using SEM and AFM. The IL-2 loading capacity of nanogels was determined using ELISA method. In vitro release of IL-2 from nanogels was performed using Franz diffusion cells. Artificial neural network (ANN) models were developed using selected input parameters (stirring rate, chitosan%, BSA%, TPP%) where particle size was an output parameter for IL-2 free nanogels. Wound healing effect of IL-2 loaded chitosan-TPP nanogel was evaluated by determining the malondialdehyde (MDA) and glutathione (GSH) levels of wound tissues in rats. The particle size of IL-2 loaded chitosan-TPP nanogels was found to be larger than that of IL-2 loaded BSA-based chitosan nanogels. Drug loading capacity of nanogels was found 100% ± 0.010 for both nanogels. IL-2 was released slowly after the initial burst effect. According to SEM and AFM imaging, BSA-chitosan nanogel particles were of nanometer size and presented a swelling tendency, and chitosan-TPP nanogel particles were found to be spherical and homogenously dispersed. IL-2 loaded chitosan-TPP nanogel was found suitable for improving wound healing because it decreased the MDA levels and increased the GSH levels wound tissues comparing to control group.
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Nordback PH, Miettinen S, Kääriäinen M, Haaparanta AM, Kellomäki M, Kuokkanen H, Seppänen R. Chitosan membranes in a rat model of full-thickness cutaneous wounds: healing and IL-4 levels. J Wound Care 2015; 24:245-6, 248-51. [PMID: 26075372 DOI: 10.12968/jowc.2015.24.6.245] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/11/2022]
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OBJECTIVE The aim of this study was to examine the effect of chitosan membrane on wound healing. METHOD The effect of chitosan membranes was evaluated in an experimental rat model. On day 0, circular full-thickness skin sections were excised from the scalps of rats. The wounds were then measured and the surrounding area tattooed. Rats were sacrificed either immediately after excision, or randomised into control and chitosan groups and followed up on day 3, 7, 14 or 21. Control group wounds were covered with Aquacel (wound dressing). Chitosan group wounds were covered with chitosan membranes and the wound dressing. Wounds and the distances between the tattooed marks were measured on follow-up, the wound sites were harvested and histologically examined, and serum interleukin (IL-4) levels were analysed. RESULTS A total of 54 rats were examined and all time points included 6 control and 6 chitosan treated animals, except for day 0 which consisted of control animals only. On day 3, wounds in the chitosan group were significantly (p<0.05) smaller (60±6% versus 78±19% of the original wound area) than in the control group. Chitosan membranes were found to degrade at the wound sites between days 7 and 14. Leukocyte counts were lower in the chitosan group than in the control group on day seven (p<0.05). IL-4 levels were significantly higher on day 7 (p<0.001) and 14 (p<0.001) in the chitosan group. CONCLUSION According to our results chitosan membrane may promote early wound healing, reduce inflammation and affect the IL-4 pathway, however, the membrane degrades at the wound site after day 7.
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- P H Nordback
- Institute of Biomedical Technology, University of Tampere, Tampere, Finland.,BioMediTech, University of Tampere and Tampere University of Technology, Tampere, Finland.,Science Center, Tampere University Hospital, Tampere, Finland
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- Institute of Biomedical Technology, University of Tampere, Tampere, Finland.,BioMediTech, University of Tampere and Tampere University of Technology, Tampere, Finland.,Science Center, Tampere University Hospital, Tampere, Finland
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- Department of Plastic Surgery, Tampere University Hospital, Tampere, Finland
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- BioMediTech, University of Tampere and Tampere University of Technology, Tampere, Finland.,Department of Electronics and Communications Engineering, Tampere University of Technology, Finland
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- BioMediTech, University of Tampere and Tampere University of Technology, Tampere, Finland.,Department of Electronics and Communications Engineering, Tampere University of Technology, Finland
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- Department of Plastic Surgery, Tampere University Hospital, Tampere, Finland
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- Institute of Biomedical Technology, University of Tampere, Tampere, Finland.,BioMediTech, University of Tampere and Tampere University of Technology, Tampere, Finland.,Department of Eye, Ear and Oral Diseases, Tampere University Hospital, Finland.,Department of Electronics and Communications Engineering, Tampere University of Technology, Finland
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Dai T, Tanaka M, Huang YY, Hamblin MR. Chitosan preparations for wounds and burns: antimicrobial and wound-healing effects. Expert Rev Anti Infect Ther 2012; 9:857-79. [PMID: 21810057 DOI: 10.1586/eri.11.59] [Citation(s) in RCA: 529] [Impact Index Per Article: 44.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/24/2023]
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Since its discovery approximately 200 years ago, chitosan, as a cationic natural polymer, has been widely used as a topical dressing in wound management owing to its hemostatic, stimulation of healing, antimicrobial, nontoxic, biocompatible and biodegradable properties. This article covers the antimicrobial and wound-healing effects of chitosan, as well as its derivatives and complexes, and its use as a vehicle to deliver biopharmaceuticals, antimicrobials and growth factors into tissue. Studies covering applications of chitosan in wounds and burns can be classified into in vitro, animal and clinical studies. Chitosan preparations are classified into native chitosan, chitosan formulations, complexes and derivatives with other substances. Chitosan can be used to prevent or treat wound and burn infections not only because of its intrinsic antimicrobial properties, but also by virtue of its ability to deliver extrinsic antimicrobial agents to wounds and burns. It can also be used as a slow-release drug-delivery vehicle for growth factors to improve wound healing. The large number of publications in this area suggests that chitosan will continue to be an important agent in the management of wounds and burns.
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- Tianhong Dai
- Wellman Center for Photomedicine, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, MA 02114, USA
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Alburquenque C, Bucarey SA, Neira-Carrillo A, Urzúa B, Hermosilla G, Tapia CV. Antifungal activity of low molecular weight chitosan against clinical isolates of Candida spp. Med Mycol 2010; 48:1018-23. [PMID: 20482450 DOI: 10.3109/13693786.2010.486412] [Citation(s) in RCA: 60] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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Chitosan is a natural polymer derived from chitin, a structural component of fungi, insects and shrimp, which exerts antimicrobial effects against bacteria and fungi. The aim of this study was to investigate the in vitro antifungal activity of low molecular weight chitosan (LMWC), and the potential synergy between chitosan and a currently used antifungal drug, fluconazole. The in vitro minimal inhibitory concentrations (MICs) of chitosan and fluconazole against 105 clinical Candida isolates were measured by the broth microdilution method. LMWC exhibited a significant antifungal activity, inhibiting over 89.9% of the clinical isolates examined (68.6% of which was completely inhibited). The species included several fluconazole-resistant strains and less susceptible species such as C. glabrata, which was inhibited at a concentration of 4.8 mg/l LMWC. Although some strains were susceptible at pH 7.0, a greater antifungal activity of LMWC was observed at pH 4.0. There was no evidence of a synergistic effect of the combination of LMWC and fluconazole at pH 7.0. This is the first report in which the antifungal activity of LMWC was investigated with clinical Candida strains. The use of LMWC as an antifungal compound opens new therapeutic perspectives, as the low toxicity of LMWC in humans supports its use in new applications in an environment of pH 4.0-4.5, such as a topical agent for vulvovaginal candidiasis.
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Cox ED, Schreiber MA, McManus J, Wade CE, Holcomb JB. New hemostatic agents in the combat setting. Transfusion 2010; 49 Suppl 5:248S-55S. [PMID: 19954487 DOI: 10.1111/j.1537-2995.2008.01988.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 88] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/28/2022]
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BACKGROUND Hemorrhage is a leading cause of potentially preventable death in both civilian and military trauma patients. Animal data have shown that hemostatic bandages reduce hemorrhage and improve survival. This article reports recent clinical observations regarding the efficacy and evolution of use of two new hemostatic bandages employed in the global war on terrorism. METHODS We performed a retrospective cohort review of soldiers treated with either the QuikClot or HemCon hemostatic bandages between April and October 2006. Hemostatic dressings were placed on wounds either in the field or at the combat support hospital (CSH). RESULTS During the 6-month study period, 1691 trauma patients were admitted to the CSH. Fifty uses of hemostatic dressings in 44 patients (2.6% of admissions) were identified. Forty patients were treated with HemCon dressings, three patients with QuikClot, and one with both QuikClot and HemCon. Eighteen percent of the dressings were used in the field, predominantly on extremity wounds (7/8). In contrast, most dressings used in the CSH were for truncal wounds (26/36 patients). Hemostatic dressings were applied to extremity wounds in prehospital and hospital settings, either alone or in conjunction with tourniquets. In surviving patients (95%), the treating surgeon determined that the hemorrhage was either stopped or greatly decreased by use of hemostatic dressings. Two of the four patients treated with QuikClot had burns from exothermic reactions, while no adverse reactions were noted with HemCon. CONCLUSIONS Hemostatic agents stop or decrease bleeding. Whereas HemCon appears to be safe, QuikClot may produce superficial burns. These new hemostatic agents have a place in the surgical armamentarium to assist in controlling internal hemorrhage from truncal and pelvic hemorrhage, especially during damage-control surgery.
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- E Darrin Cox
- U.S. Army Institute of Surgical Research, Fort Sam Houston, Texas 78234-6315, USA
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The Effect of Continuous Release of Recombinant Human Epidermal Growth Factor (rh-EGF) in Chitosan Film on Full Thickness Excisional Porcine Wounds. Ann Plast Surg 2008; 61:457-62. [DOI: 10.1097/sap.0b013e31815bfeac] [Citation(s) in RCA: 26] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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Hamilton V, Yuan Y, Rigney DA, Chesnutt BM, Puckett AD, Ong JL, Yang Y, Haggard WO, Elder SH, Bumgardner JD. Bone cell attachment and growth on well-characterized chitosan films. POLYM INT 2007. [DOI: 10.1002/pi.2181] [Citation(s) in RCA: 49] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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Alemdaroğlu C, Değim Z, Celebi N, Zor F, Oztürk S, Erdoğan D. An investigation on burn wound healing in rats with chitosan gel formulation containing epidermal growth factor. Burns 2006; 32:319-27. [PMID: 16527411 DOI: 10.1016/j.burns.2005.10.015] [Citation(s) in RCA: 182] [Impact Index Per Article: 10.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/07/2005] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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Various studies have shown that chitosan is effective in promoting wound healing. In this study, we aimed to develop an effective chitosan gel formulation containing epidermal growth factor (EGF), and to determine the effect on healing of second-degree burn wounds in rats. Ten micrograms per millilitre EGF in 2% chitosan gel was prepared. In an in vitro study to investigate release of EGF from the formulations, the release rate was 97.3% after 24 h. In in vivo studies, animals were divided into six groups as follows: silver sulfadiazine [Silverdin cream (SIL)], chitosan gel with and without EGF (EJ, J), EGF solution (ES) and untreated control groups [unburned (S) and untreated (Y) rats] applied groups, respectively. A uniform deep second-degree burn of the backskin was performed with water heated to 94+/-1 degrees C during a 15-s exposure. The EGF formulations were repeatedly applied on the burned areas with a dose of 0.160 microg/cm2 for 14 days (one application per day). Healing of the wounds was evaluated immunohistochemically, histochemically and histologically on the tissue samples. When the results were evaluated immunohistochemically, there were significant increases in cell proliferation observed in the EGF containing gel applied group (p<0.001). The histochemical results showed that the epithelization rate in the EJ group was the highest compared to the ES group results (p<0.001). The histological results indicated and supported these findings. It can be concluded that a better and faster epithelization was observed in the EJ group compared to the other groups.
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- Ceren Alemdaroğlu
- Department of Pharmaceutical Technology, Gazi University, Faculty of Pharmacy, 06330 Etiler, Ankara, Turkey
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Vidyalakshmi K, Rashmi KN, Pramod Kumar TM, Siddaramaiah. Studies on Formulation and In Vitro Evaluation of PVA/Chitosan Blend Films for Drug Delivery. JOURNAL OF MACROMOLECULAR SCIENCE PART A-PURE AND APPLIED CHEMISTRY 2004. [DOI: 10.1081/ma-200026554] [Citation(s) in RCA: 36] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/03/2022]
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Chitosan, a natural polysaccharide, is being widely used as a pharmaceutical excipient. It is obtained by the partial deacetylation of chitin, the second most abundant natural polymer. Chitosan comprises a series of polymers varying in their degree of deacetylation, molecular weight, viscosity, pKa etc. The presence of a number of amino groups permit chitosan to chemically react with anionic systems, thereby resulting in alteration of physicochemical characteristics of such combinations. Chitosan has found wide applicability in conventional pharmaceutical devices as a potential formulation excipient, some of which include binding, disintegrating and tablet coating properties. The polymer has also been investigated as a potential adjuvant for swellable controlled drug delivery systems. Use of chitosan in novel drug delivery as mucoadhesive, gene and peptide drug administration via the oral route as well as its absorption enhancing effects have been explored by a number of researchers. Chitosan exhibits myriad biological actions, namely hypocholesterolemic, antimicrobial and wound healing properties. Low toxicity coupled with wide applicability makes it a promising candidate not only for the purpose of drug delivery for a host of drug moieties (antiinflammatories, peptides etc.) but also as a biologically active agent. It is the endeavour of the present review to provide an insight into the biological and pharmaceutical profile of chitosan. Various investigations carried out recently are reported, although references to research performed on chitosan prior to the recent reviews have also been included, where appropriate.
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- A K Singla
- Pharmaceutics Division, University Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Panjab University, Chandigarh, India
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Stone CA, Wright H, Clarke T, Powell R, Devaraj VS. Healing at skin graft donor sites dressed with chitosan. BRITISH JOURNAL OF PLASTIC SURGERY 2000; 53:601-6. [PMID: 11000077 DOI: 10.1054/bjps.2000.3412] [Citation(s) in RCA: 83] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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Chitosan is a derivative of chitin, extracted from the exoskeleton of lobsters, crabs and shrimps. As a semi-permeable biological dressing, it maintains a sterile wound exudate beneath a dry scab, preventing dehydration and contamination of the wound to optimise conditions for healing. In this study, evaluation of healing at split skin graft donor sites, dressed half with chitosan and half with a conventional dressing, showed that chitosan facilitated rapid wound re-epithelialisation and the regeneration of nerves within a vascular dermis. In addition, digital colour separation analysis of donor site scars demonstrated an earlier return to normal skin colour at chitosan-treated areas.
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- C A Stone
- Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital, Exeter, UK
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Nakade T, Yokota H, Taniyama H, Hori Y, Agata N, Ikeda T, Furusaki H, Yamada Y, Uchida Y, Yuasa A, Yamaguchi M, Otomo K. Matrix metalloproteinase (MMP) 9 induced in skin and subcutaneous tissue by implanted chitin in rats. Carbohydr Polym 2000. [DOI: 10.1016/s0144-8617(99)00118-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/18/2022]
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Encapsulated cell therapy provides site-specific continuous delivery of cell-synthesized molecules. Cell encapsulation therapy is based on the concept of immunoisolation. Foreign cells are surrounded with a semi-permeable membrane prior to transplantation to shield them from the host's natural defense system. This membrane is selectively permeable to transport of nutrients and therapeutic agents but relatively impermeable to larger molecules and cells of the hosts' immune system. Most encapsulation devices also utilize an internal matrix to keep cells suspended within the capsule. Proper choice of materials and materials processing techniques to formulate membrane and matrix components is essential to the success of these devices. A successful encapsulation device recreates the natural three-dimensional tissue environment that supports cell function and maintains cell viability. This review summarizes recent developments in materials development for cell encapsulation devices and highlights some ongoing challenges faced by those in the field.
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Emerich DF, McDermott PE, Krueger PM, Winn SR. Intrastriatal implants of polymer-encapsulated PC12 cells: effects on motor function in aged rats. Prog Neuropsychopharmacol Biol Psychiatry 1994; 18:935-46. [PMID: 7972863 DOI: 10.1016/0278-5846(94)90109-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/28/2023]
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1. The feasibility of ameliorating the motor deficits in aged rats was evaluated in animals receiving polymer-encapsulated PC12 cells. 2. Motor coordination and balance was evaluated in young (5-6 month) and aged (24-25 month) rats. Compared to the young animals, the aged animals fell more rapidly from a rotating rod and were unable to maintain their balance on a series of wooden beams of varying widths. 3. Following baseline testing, aged animals received either no implant, empty capsules or PC12 cell-loaded capsules implanted bilaterally into the striatum. 4. Three weeks following surgery, animals were re-tested and a significant improvement in balance on the rotorod and wooden beams was observed in those aged animals receiving PC12 cell-loaded capsules. No improvements or decrements in performance were observed in those animals receiving empty. Histological analysis revealed the presence of surviving tyrosine hydroxylase-positive PC12 cells randomly distributed within the capsules.
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Muzzarelli RA. Biochemical significance of exogenous chitins and chitosans in animals and patients. Carbohydr Polym 1993. [DOI: 10.1016/0144-8617(93)90027-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 159] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/02/2023]
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