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Chen MM, Li Y, Zhu Y, Geng WC, Chen FY, Li JJ, Wang ZH, Hu XY, Tang Q, Yu Y, Sun T, Guo DS. Supramolecular 3 in 1: A Lubrication and Co-Delivery System for Synergistic Advanced Osteoarthritis Therapy. ACS NANO 2024; 18:13117-13129. [PMID: 38727027 DOI: 10.1021/acsnano.4c01939] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/22/2024]
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The complexity, heterogeneity, and drug resistance of diseases necessitate a shift in therapeutic paradigms from monotherapy to combination therapy, which could augment treatment efficiency. Effective treatment of advanced osteoarthritis (OA) requires addressing three key factors contributing to its deterioration: chronic joint inflammation, lubrication dysfunction, and cartilage-tissue degradation. Herein, we present a supramolecular nanomedicine of multifunctionality via molecular recognition and self-assembly. The employed macrocyclic carrier, zwitterion-modified cavitand (CV-2), not only accurately loads various drugs but also functions as a therapeutic agent with lubricating properties for the treatment of OA. Kartogenin (KGN), a drug for articular cartilage regeneration and protection, and flurbiprofen (FP), an anti-inflammatory agent, were coloaded onto CV-2 assembly, forming a supramolecular nanomedicine KGN&FP@CV-2. The three-in-one combination therapy of KGN&FP@CV-2 addresses the three pathological features for treating OA collectively, and thus provides long-term therapeutic benefits for OA through sustained drug release and intrinsic lubrication in vivo. The multifunctional integration of macrocyclic delivery and therapeutics provides a simple, flexible, and universal platform for the synergistic treatment of diseases involving multiple drugs.
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- Meng-Meng Chen
- College of Chemistry, State Key Laboratory of Elemento-Organic Chemistry, Key Laboratory of Functional Polymer Materials (Ministry of Education), Frontiers Science Center for New Organic Matter, Collaborative Innovation Center of Chemical Science and Engineering, Nankai University, Tianjin 300071, China
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- Spine Surgery, Peking University People's Hospital, Beijing 100044, China
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- Center for Supramolecular Chemistry & Catalysis and Department of Chemistry, College of Science, Shanghai University, Shanghai 200444, China
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- College of Chemistry, State Key Laboratory of Elemento-Organic Chemistry, Key Laboratory of Functional Polymer Materials (Ministry of Education), Frontiers Science Center for New Organic Matter, Collaborative Innovation Center of Chemical Science and Engineering, Nankai University, Tianjin 300071, China
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- College of Chemistry, State Key Laboratory of Elemento-Organic Chemistry, Key Laboratory of Functional Polymer Materials (Ministry of Education), Frontiers Science Center for New Organic Matter, Collaborative Innovation Center of Chemical Science and Engineering, Nankai University, Tianjin 300071, China
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- College of Chemistry, State Key Laboratory of Elemento-Organic Chemistry, Key Laboratory of Functional Polymer Materials (Ministry of Education), Frontiers Science Center for New Organic Matter, Collaborative Innovation Center of Chemical Science and Engineering, Nankai University, Tianjin 300071, China
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- College of Chemistry, State Key Laboratory of Elemento-Organic Chemistry, Key Laboratory of Functional Polymer Materials (Ministry of Education), Frontiers Science Center for New Organic Matter, Collaborative Innovation Center of Chemical Science and Engineering, Nankai University, Tianjin 300071, China
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- College of Chemistry, State Key Laboratory of Elemento-Organic Chemistry, Key Laboratory of Functional Polymer Materials (Ministry of Education), Frontiers Science Center for New Organic Matter, Collaborative Innovation Center of Chemical Science and Engineering, Nankai University, Tianjin 300071, China
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- Department of Respiratory, Tianjin Union Medical Center, Tianjin 300121, China
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- Center for Supramolecular Chemistry & Catalysis and Department of Chemistry, College of Science, Shanghai University, Shanghai 200444, China
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- Spine Surgery, Tianjin Union Medical Center, Tianjin 300121, China
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- College of Chemistry, State Key Laboratory of Elemento-Organic Chemistry, Key Laboratory of Functional Polymer Materials (Ministry of Education), Frontiers Science Center for New Organic Matter, Collaborative Innovation Center of Chemical Science and Engineering, Nankai University, Tianjin 300071, China
- Xinjiang Key Laboratory of Novel Functional Materials Chemistry, College of Chemistry and Environmental Sciences, Kashi University, Kashi 844000, China
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Chen P, Liao X. Kartogenin delivery systems for biomedical therapeutics and regenerative medicine. Drug Deliv 2023; 30:2254519. [PMID: 37665332 PMCID: PMC10478613 DOI: 10.1080/10717544.2023.2254519] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/19/2023] [Revised: 06/14/2023] [Accepted: 08/21/2023] [Indexed: 09/05/2023] Open
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Kartogenin, a small and heterocyclic molecule, has emerged as a promising therapeutic agent for incorporation into biomaterials, owing to its unique physicochemical and biological properties. It holds potential for the regeneration of cartilage-related tissues in various common conditions and injuries. Achieving sustained release of kartogenin through appropriate formulation and efficient delivery systems is crucial for modulating cell behavior and tissue function. This review provides an overview of cutting-edge kartogenin-functionalized biomaterials, with a primarily focus on their design, structure, functions, and applications in regenerative medicine. Initially, we discuss the physicochemical properties and biological functions of kartogenin, summarizing the underlying molecular mechanisms. Subsequently, we delve into recent advancements in nanoscale and macroscopic materials for the carriage and delivery of kartogenin. Lastly, we address the opportunities and challenges presented by current biomaterial developments and explore the prospects for their application in tissue regeneration. We aim to enhance the generation of insightful ideas for the development of kartogenin delivery materials in the field of biomedical therapeutics and regenerative medicine by providing a comprehensive understanding of common preparation methods.
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- Peixing Chen
- Chongqing Key Laboratory of Nano/Micro Composite Materials and Devices, School of Metallurgy and Materials Engineering, Chongqing University of Science and Technology, Chongqing, China
- Chongqing Engineering Laboratory of Nano/Micro Biomedical Detection Technology, School of Metallurgy and Materials Engineering, Chongqing University of Science and Technology, Chongqing, China
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- Chongqing Key Laboratory of Nano/Micro Composite Materials and Devices, School of Metallurgy and Materials Engineering, Chongqing University of Science and Technology, Chongqing, China
- Chongqing Engineering Laboratory of Nano/Micro Biomedical Detection Technology, School of Metallurgy and Materials Engineering, Chongqing University of Science and Technology, Chongqing, China
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Singh N, Bhattacharjee A, Kumar P, Katti DS. Targeting multiple disease hallmarks using a synergistic disease-modifying drug combination ameliorates osteoarthritis via inhibition of senescence and inflammation. Life Sci 2023; 334:122212. [PMID: 37890697 DOI: 10.1016/j.lfs.2023.122212] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/23/2023] [Revised: 10/18/2023] [Accepted: 10/24/2023] [Indexed: 10/29/2023]
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AIMS Osteoarthritis (OA), is a debilitating disease characterized by progressive cartilage degradation, synovial inflammation, and chondrocyte senescence. Various treatment agents independently targeting these hallmarks have been investigated. However, due to the complex multifaceted nature of OA, no disease-modifying osteoarthritis drugs are clinically available. In an attempt to overcome this, we developed a combinatorial approach and demonstrated the efficacy of TsC [Tissue inhibitor of metalloproteinase-3 (TIMP3) + sulfated carboxymethylcellulose (sCMC)] and piperlongumine (PL) combination for the amelioration of OA in a goat ex vivo OA model. MAIN METHODS The efficacy of the drug combination was evaluated using the goat ex vivo OA explant model and results were validated in clinically relevant human OA cartilage explants. The chondroprotective effects were evaluated in terms of reduced inflammation and cartilage matrix loss, reduction in chondrosenescence, and reduced oxidative stress. KEY FINDINGS A combination of TsC and PL (TsC-PL) significantly reduced inflammation, cartilage matrix loss, chondrosenescence, and oxidative stress in the goat ex vivo OA model and showed chondroprotective effects. Further, similar chondroprotective effects were observed in human OA cartilage. Additionally, the coefficient of drug interaction analysis indicated that the combination of TsC and PL had a synergistic effect in reducing matrix degrading proteases and inflammation (goat ex vivo OA model) and Reactive oxygen species (ROS) production (human OA cartilage). SIGNIFICANCE Combinatorial treatment with TsC and PL demonstrated potential disease-modifying effects for the treatment of osteoarthritis via inhibition of inflammation and senescence and supports the usage of treatment strategies targeting multiple pathological factors of OA simultaneously.
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- Nihal Singh
- Department of Biological Sciences and Bioengineering, Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur, Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh 208016, India; The Mehta Family Center for Engineering in Medicine, Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur, Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh 208016, India
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- Department of Biological Sciences and Bioengineering, Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur, Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh 208016, India; The Mehta Family Center for Engineering in Medicine, Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur, Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh 208016, India
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- Ganesh Shankar Vidyarthi Memorial Medical College, Kanpur 208002, Uttar Pradesh, India
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- Department of Biological Sciences and Bioengineering, Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur, Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh 208016, India; The Mehta Family Center for Engineering in Medicine, Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur, Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh 208016, India.
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Zhang C, Zhou X, Wang D, Hao L, Zeng Z, Su L. Hydrogel-Loaded Exosomes: A Promising Therapeutic Strategy for Musculoskeletal Disorders. J Clin Pharm Ther 2023; 2023:1-36. [DOI: 10.1155/2023/1105664] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 07/26/2024]
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Clinical treatment strategies for musculoskeletal disorders have been a hot research topic. Accumulating evidence suggests that hydrogels loaded with MSC-derived EVs show great potential in improving musculoskeletal injuries. The ideal hydrogels should be capable of promoting the development of new tissues and simulating the characteristics of target tissues, with the properties matching the cell-matrix constituents of autologous tissues. Although there have been numerous reports of hydrogels loaded with MSC-derived EVs for the repair of musculoskeletal injuries, such as intervertebral disc injury, tendinopathy, bone fractures, and cartilage injuries, there are still many hurdles to overcome before the clinical application of modified hydrogels. In this review, we focus on the advantages of the isolation technique of EVs in combination with different types of hydrogels. In this context, the efficacy of hydrogels loaded with MSC-derived EVs in different musculoskeletal injuries is discussed in detail to provide a reference for the future application of hydrogels loaded with MSC-derived EVs in the clinical treatment of musculoskeletal injuries.
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- Chunyu Zhang
- School of Sport Medicine and Rehabilitation, Beijing Sport University, Beijing 100084, China
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- School of Sport Medicine and Rehabilitation, Beijing Sport University, Beijing 100084, China
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- School of Sport Medicine and Rehabilitation, Beijing Sport University, Beijing 100084, China
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- Shougang Technician College, Nursing School, Beijing 100043, China
- Department of Rehabilitation, Guangdong Provincial Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou 510000, China
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- School of Sport Medicine and Rehabilitation, Beijing Sport University, Beijing 100084, China
- Shougang Technician College, Nursing School, Beijing 100043, China
- Department of Rehabilitation, Guangdong Provincial Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou 510000, China
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- Department of Rehabilitation, Guangdong Provincial Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou 510000, China
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Koczoń P, Dąbrowska A, Laskowska E, Łabuz M, Maj K, Masztakowski J, Bartyzel BJ, Bryś A, Bryś J, Gruczyńska-Sękowska E. Applications of Silk Fibroin in Human and Veterinary Medicine. MATERIALS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2023; 16:7128. [PMID: 38005058 PMCID: PMC10672237 DOI: 10.3390/ma16227128] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/29/2023] [Revised: 11/03/2023] [Accepted: 11/10/2023] [Indexed: 11/26/2023]
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The properties of silk make it a promising material for medical applications, both in human and veterinary medicine. Its predominant amino acids, glycine and alanine, exhibit low chemical reactivity, reducing the risk of graft rejection, a notable advantage over most synthetic polymers. Hence, silk is increasingly used as a material for 3D printing in biomedicine. It can be used to build cell scaffolding with the desired cytocompatibility and biodegradability. In combination with gelatine, silk can be used in the treatment of arthritis, and as a hydrogel, to regenerate chondrocytes and mesenchymal cells. When combined with gelatine and collagen, it can also make skin grafts and regenerate the integumentary system. In the treatment of bone tissue, it can be used in combination with polylactic acid and hydroxyapatite to produce bone clips having good mechanical properties and high immunological tolerance. Furthermore, silk can provide a good microenvironment for the proliferation of bone marrow stem cells. Moreover, research is underway to produce artificial blood vessels using silk in combination with glycidyl methacrylate. Silk vascular grafts have demonstrated a high degree of patency and a satisfactory degree of endothelial cells coverage.
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- Piotr Koczoń
- Department of Chemistry, Institute of Food Sciences, Warsaw University of Life Sciences, 159C, Nowoursynowska St., 02-776 Warsaw, Poland; (P.K.); (J.B.)
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- The Scientific Society of Veterinary Medicine Students, Warsaw University of Life Sciences, 159, Nowoursynowska St., 02-776 Warsaw, Poland; (A.D.); (E.L.); (M.Ł.); (K.M.); (J.M.)
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- The Scientific Society of Veterinary Medicine Students, Warsaw University of Life Sciences, 159, Nowoursynowska St., 02-776 Warsaw, Poland; (A.D.); (E.L.); (M.Ł.); (K.M.); (J.M.)
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- The Scientific Society of Veterinary Medicine Students, Warsaw University of Life Sciences, 159, Nowoursynowska St., 02-776 Warsaw, Poland; (A.D.); (E.L.); (M.Ł.); (K.M.); (J.M.)
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- The Scientific Society of Veterinary Medicine Students, Warsaw University of Life Sciences, 159, Nowoursynowska St., 02-776 Warsaw, Poland; (A.D.); (E.L.); (M.Ł.); (K.M.); (J.M.)
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- The Scientific Society of Veterinary Medicine Students, Warsaw University of Life Sciences, 159, Nowoursynowska St., 02-776 Warsaw, Poland; (A.D.); (E.L.); (M.Ł.); (K.M.); (J.M.)
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- Department of Morphological Sciences, Institute of Veterinary Medicine, Warsaw University of Life Sciences, 159, Nowoursynowska St., 02-776 Warsaw, Poland;
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- Department of Fundamental Engineering and Energetics, Institute of Mechanical Engineering, Warsaw University of Life Sciences, 164, Nowoursynowska St., 02-787 Warsaw, Poland;
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- Department of Chemistry, Institute of Food Sciences, Warsaw University of Life Sciences, 159C, Nowoursynowska St., 02-776 Warsaw, Poland; (P.K.); (J.B.)
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- Department of Chemistry, Institute of Food Sciences, Warsaw University of Life Sciences, 159C, Nowoursynowska St., 02-776 Warsaw, Poland; (P.K.); (J.B.)
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Xu R, Wu J, Zheng L, Zhao M. Undenatured type II collagen and its role in improving osteoarthritis. Ageing Res Rev 2023; 91:102080. [PMID: 37774932 DOI: 10.1016/j.arr.2023.102080] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/30/2023] [Revised: 09/13/2023] [Accepted: 09/25/2023] [Indexed: 10/01/2023]
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Osteoarthritis (OA) is a degenerative joint disease, affecting 32.5 million US adults or 242 million people worldwide. There is no cure for OA. Many animal and clinical trials showed that oral administration of undenatured type II collagen could significantly reduce the incidence of OA or alleviate the symptoms of articular cartilage. Type II collagen is an important component of cartilage matrix. This article reviewed research progress of undenatured type II collagen including its methods of extraction and preparation, structure and characterization, solubility, thermal stability, gastrointestinal digestive stability, its role in improving OA, and the mechanism of its action in improving OA. Type II collagen has been extensively explored for its potential in improving arthritis. Methods of extraction of type II collagen are inefficient and tedious. The method of limited enzymatic hydrolysis is mainly used to prepare soluble undenatured type II collagen (SC II). The solubility, thermal and gastrointestinal digestive stability of SC II are affected by the sources of raw material, pH, salt ions, and temperature. Oral administration of undenatured type II collagen improves OA, whereas its activity is affected by the sources, degree of denaturalization, intervention methods and doses. However, the influence of the structure of undenatured type II collagen on its activity and the mechanism are unclear. The findings in this review support that undenatured type II collagen can be used in the intervention or auxiliary intervention of patients with OA.
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- Rong Xu
- School of Food Science and Engineering, South China University of Technology, Guangzhou 510640, China; Guangdong Food Green Processing and Nutrition Regulation Technologies Research Center, Guangzhou 510650, China
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- Department of Agricultural, Food and Nutritional Science, 4-10 Ag/For Building, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta T6G 2P5, Canada
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- School of Food Science and Engineering, South China University of Technology, Guangzhou 510640, China; Guangdong Food Green Processing and Nutrition Regulation Technologies Research Center, Guangzhou 510650, China.
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- School of Food Science and Engineering, South China University of Technology, Guangzhou 510640, China; Guangdong Food Green Processing and Nutrition Regulation Technologies Research Center, Guangzhou 510650, China.
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Kim HH, Jeong SH, Park MY, Bhosale PB, Abusaliya A, Kim HW, Seong JK, Ahn M, Park KI, Heo JD, Kim YS, Kim GS. Potential Joint Protective and Anti-Inflammatory Effects of Integrin α vβ 3 in IL-1β-Treated Chondrocytes Cells. Biomedicines 2023; 11:2745. [PMID: 37893118 PMCID: PMC10603936 DOI: 10.3390/biomedicines11102745] [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: 08/25/2023] [Revised: 10/06/2023] [Accepted: 10/09/2023] [Indexed: 10/29/2023] Open
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In osteoarthritis (OA), the articular cartilage covering the articular surface of the bone wears out, exposing the subchondral bone, and the synovial membrane surrounding the joint becomes inflamed, causing pain and deformity. OA causes pain, stiffness, and swelling, and discomfort in the knee when climbing stairs is a typical symptom. Although drug development studies are conducted to treat these inflammatory joint diseases, it is difficult to find conclusive research results which could reduce inflammation and slow cartilage tear. The development of drugs to relieve inflammatory pain often utilizes inflammatory triggers. Interleukins, one of the proteins in the limelight as pro-inflammatory factors, are immune-system-stimulating factors that promote the body's fight against harmful factors such as bacteria. In this study, inflammation was induced in Chondrocytes cells (Chon-001 cells) with IL-1β and then treated with integrin αvβ3 to show anti-inflammatory and chondrogenesis effects. Integrin αvβ3 was not toxic to Chon-001 cells in any concentration groups treated with or without IL-1β. COX-2 and iNOS, which are major markers of inflammation, were significantly reduced by integrin αvβ3 treatment. Expressions of p-ERK, p-JNK, and p-p38 corresponding to the MAPKs signaling pathway and p-IκBα and p-p65 corresponding to the NF-κB signaling pathway were also decreased in a dose-dependent manner upon integrin αvβ3 treatment, indicating that inflammation was inhibited, whereas treatment with integrin αvβ3 significantly increased the expression of ALP, RUNX2, BMP2, BMP4, Aggrecan, SOX9, and COL2A1, suggesting that osteogenesis and chondrogenesis were induced. These results suggest that integrin αvβ3 in-duces an anti-inflammatory effect, osteogenesis, and chondrogenesis on IL-1β-induced Chon-001 cells.
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- Hun Hwan Kim
- Research Institute of Life Science and College of Veterinary Medicine, Gyeongsang National University, Jinju 52828, Republic of Korea; (H.H.K.); (S.H.J.); (M.Y.P.); (P.B.B.); (A.A.); (K.I.P.)
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- Research Institute of Life Science and College of Veterinary Medicine, Gyeongsang National University, Jinju 52828, Republic of Korea; (H.H.K.); (S.H.J.); (M.Y.P.); (P.B.B.); (A.A.); (K.I.P.)
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- Research Institute of Life Science and College of Veterinary Medicine, Gyeongsang National University, Jinju 52828, Republic of Korea; (H.H.K.); (S.H.J.); (M.Y.P.); (P.B.B.); (A.A.); (K.I.P.)
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- Research Institute of Life Science and College of Veterinary Medicine, Gyeongsang National University, Jinju 52828, Republic of Korea; (H.H.K.); (S.H.J.); (M.Y.P.); (P.B.B.); (A.A.); (K.I.P.)
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- Research Institute of Life Science and College of Veterinary Medicine, Gyeongsang National University, Jinju 52828, Republic of Korea; (H.H.K.); (S.H.J.); (M.Y.P.); (P.B.B.); (A.A.); (K.I.P.)
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- Division of Animal Bioscience & Intergrated Biotechnology, Jinju 52725, Republic of Korea;
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- Laboratory of Developmental Biology and Genomics, BK21 PLUS Program for Creative Veterinary Science Research, Research Institute for Veterinary Science, College of Veterinary Medicine, Seoul National University, Seoul 08826, Republic of Korea;
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- Department of Animal Science, College of Life Science, Sangji University, Wonju 26339, Republic of Korea;
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- Research Institute of Life Science and College of Veterinary Medicine, Gyeongsang National University, Jinju 52828, Republic of Korea; (H.H.K.); (S.H.J.); (M.Y.P.); (P.B.B.); (A.A.); (K.I.P.)
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- Biological Resources Research Group, Bioenvironmental Science and Toxicology Division, Korea Institute of Toxicology Gyeongnam Branch (KIT), Jinju 52834, Republic of Korea;
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- T-Stem Co., Ltd., Changwon 51573, Republic of Korea;
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- Research Institute of Life Science and College of Veterinary Medicine, Gyeongsang National University, Jinju 52828, Republic of Korea; (H.H.K.); (S.H.J.); (M.Y.P.); (P.B.B.); (A.A.); (K.I.P.)
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Ye L, Cao Z, Tan X, Zhao C, Cao Y, Pan J. Kartogenin potentially protects temporomandibular joints from collagenase-induced osteoarthritis via core binding factor β and runt-related transcription factor 1 binding - A rat model study. J Dent Sci 2023; 18:1553-1560. [PMID: 37799879 PMCID: PMC10548007 DOI: 10.1016/j.jds.2023.03.002] [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: 02/23/2023] [Revised: 03/03/2023] [Indexed: 03/15/2023] Open
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Background/purpose Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) osteoarthritis (TMJOA) is a chronic disease with progressive destruction of articular cartilage. This study aimed to explore the therapeutic effects of kartogenin on TMJOA via promoting the binding of core binding factor β (CBFβ) and runt-related transcription factor 1 (RUNX1). Materials and methods Type II collagenase was injected into 35 8-week-old male Sprague Dawley rat TMJs to establish the TMJOA model. Kartogenin, or the CBFβ-RUNX1 complex inhibitor (Ro5-3335), was also delivered via intra-articular injection. Subchondral bone was analyzed by MicroCT. The hematoxylin-eosin, Safranin O, and toluidine blue O staining were used to observe histopathology. Immunohistochemical staining of proliferating cell nuclear antigen (PCNA), caspase-3 (CASP3), interleukin-1β (IL-1β), and collagen II (COL2) was performed. Results TMJOA was established in rats by intra-articular injection of type II collagenase. The condylar cartilage and subchondral bone were damaged, with decreased PCNA and COL2 and increased CASP3 and IL-1 (P < .001). Compared with the OA group, kartogenin alleviated the destruction of cartilage and subchondral bone, rescued the expression of PCNA and COL2, and decreased the expression of CASP3 and IL-1β (P < .01). Ro5-3335 did not aggravate the pathology of TMJOA but neutralized the therapeutic effects of kartogenin on TMJOA. Conclusion Kartogenin has a potential therapeutic effect on TMJOA via promoting the CBFβ-RUNX1 binding.
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- Li Ye
- State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases & National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases & National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases & National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases & National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases & National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases & National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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Tian X, Zhang Y, Shen L, Pan G, Yang H, Jiang Z, Zhu X, He F. Kartogenin-enhanced dynamic hydrogel ameliorates intervertebral disc degeneration via restoration of local redox homeostasis. J Orthop Translat 2023; 42:15-30. [PMID: 37560412 PMCID: PMC10407629 DOI: 10.1016/j.jot.2023.07.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/07/2023] [Revised: 06/29/2023] [Accepted: 07/06/2023] [Indexed: 08/11/2023] Open
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INTRODUCTION Over-activation of oxidative stress due to impaired antioxidant functions in nucleus pulpous (NP) has been identified as a key factor contributing to intervertebral disc degeneration (IVDD). While Kartogenin (KGN) has previously demonstrated antioxidant properties on articular cartilage against osteoarthritis, its effects on NP degeneration have yet to be fully understood. OBJECTIVES This study aimed to investigate the protective effects of KGN on nucleus pulpous cells (NPCs) against an inflammatory environment induced by interleukin (IL)-1β, as well as to explore the therapeutic potential of KGN-enhanced dynamic hydrogel in preventing IVDD. METHODS NPCs were isolated from rat caudal IVDs and subjected to treatment with KGN at varying concentrations (ranging from 0.01 to 1 μM) in the presence of IL-1β. The expression of extracellular matrix (ECM) anabolism markers was quantitatively assessed at both the mRNA and protein levels. Additionally, intracellular reactive oxygen species and antioxidant enzyme expression were evaluated, along with the role of nuclear factor erythroid 2-related factor 2 (NRF2). Based on these findings, a dynamic self-healing hydrogel loaded with KGN was developed through interconnecting networks. Subsequently, KGN-enhanced dynamic hydrogel was administered into rat caudal IVDs that had undergone puncture injury, followed by radiographic analysis and immunohistochemical staining to evaluate the therapeutic efficacy. RESULTS In vitro treatments utilizing KGN were observed to maintain ECM synthesis and inhibit catabolic activities in IL-1β-stimulated NPCs. The mechanism behind this protective effect of KGN on NPCs was found to involve the asctivation of NRF2 and downstream antioxidant enzymes, including glutathione peroxidase 1 and heme oxygenase 1. This was further supported by the loss of both antioxidant and anabolic effects upon pharmacological inhibition of NRF2. Furthermore, a self-healing hydrogel was developed and loaded with KGN to achieve localized and sustained release of the compound. The injection of KGN-enhanced hydrogel effectively ameliorated the degradation of NP ECM and mitigated inflammation in a rat model of puncture-induced IVDD. CONCLUSIONS Our results indicate that KGN exhibits potential as a therapeutic agent for NP degeneration, and that KGN-enhanced dynamic hydrogel represents a novel approach for treating IVDD by restoring redox homeostasis in NP.The translational potential of this article: The dysregulation of oxidant and antioxidant balance has been shown to impede the repair and regeneration of NP, thereby hastening the progression of IVDD following injury. The present investigation has demonstrated that the sustained release of KGN promotes the synthesis of ECM in vitro and mitigates the progression of IVDD in vivo by restoring redox equilibrium, thereby presenting a novel therapeutic candidate based on the antioxidant properties of KGN for the treatment of IVDD.
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- Xin Tian
- Department of Orthopaedics, The First Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University, Soochow University, Suzhou, 215006, China
- Orthopaedic Institute, Medical College, Soochow University, Suzhou, 215000, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, The First Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University, Soochow University, Suzhou, 215006, China
- Orthopaedic Institute, Medical College, Soochow University, Suzhou, 215000, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, The Affiliated Yixing Hospital of Jiangsu University, Yixing City, 214200, China
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- Institute for Advanced Materials, School of Materials Science and Engineering, Jiangsu University, Zhenjiang, 212013, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, The First Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University, Soochow University, Suzhou, 215006, China
- Orthopaedic Institute, Medical College, Soochow University, Suzhou, 215000, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, The Affiliated Yixing Hospital of Jiangsu University, Yixing City, 214200, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, The First Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University, Soochow University, Suzhou, 215006, China
- Orthopaedic Institute, Medical College, Soochow University, Suzhou, 215000, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, The First Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University, Soochow University, Suzhou, 215006, China
- Orthopaedic Institute, Medical College, Soochow University, Suzhou, 215000, China
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Ruan X, Gu J, Chen M, Zhao F, Aili M, Zhang D. Multiple roles of ALK3 in osteoarthritis. Bone Joint Res 2023; 12:397-411. [PMID: 37394235 DOI: 10.1302/2046-3758.127.bjr-2022-0310.r1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 07/04/2023] Open
Abstract
Osteoarthritis (OA) is a chronic degenerative joint disease characterized by progressive cartilage degradation, synovial membrane inflammation, osteophyte formation, and subchondral bone sclerosis. Pathological changes in cartilage and subchondral bone are the main processes in OA. In recent decades, many studies have demonstrated that activin-like kinase 3 (ALK3), a bone morphogenetic protein receptor, is essential for cartilage formation, osteogenesis, and postnatal skeletal development. Although the role of bone morphogenetic protein (BMP) signalling in articular cartilage and bone has been extensively studied, many new discoveries have been made in recent years around ALK3 targets in articular cartilage, subchondral bone, and the interaction between the two, broadening the original knowledge of the relationship between ALK3 and OA. In this review, we focus on the roles of ALK3 in OA, including cartilage and subchondral bone and related cells. It may be helpful to seek more efficient drugs or treatments for OA based on ALK3 signalling in future.
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- Xianchun Ruan
- State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
- Department of Orthodontics, Peking University School and Hospital of Stomatology, Beijing, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
- Institute of Biomedical Engineering, West China School of Basic Medical Sciences & Forensic Medicine, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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Yu L, Cavelier S, Hannon B, Wei M. Recent development in multizonal scaffolds for osteochondral regeneration. Bioact Mater 2023; 25:122-159. [PMID: 36817819 PMCID: PMC9931622 DOI: 10.1016/j.bioactmat.2023.01.012] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/30/2022] [Revised: 12/30/2022] [Accepted: 01/14/2023] [Indexed: 02/05/2023] Open
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Osteochondral (OC) repair is an extremely challenging topic due to the complex biphasic structure and poor intrinsic regenerative capability of natural osteochondral tissue. In contrast to the current surgical approaches which yield only short-term relief of symptoms, tissue engineering strategy has been shown more promising outcomes in treating OC defects since its emergence in the 1990s. In particular, the use of multizonal scaffolds (MZSs) that mimic the gradient transitions, from cartilage surface to the subchondral bone with either continuous or discontinuous compositions, structures, and properties of natural OC tissue, has been gaining momentum in recent years. Scrutinizing the latest developments in the field, this review offers a comprehensive summary of recent advances, current hurdles, and future perspectives of OC repair, particularly the use of MZSs including bilayered, trilayered, multilayered, and gradient scaffolds, by bringing together onerous demands of architecture designs, material selections, manufacturing techniques as well as the choices of growth factors and cells, each of which possesses its unique challenges and opportunities.
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- Le Yu
- Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, Ohio University, Athens, OH, 45701, USA
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- Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, Ohio University, Athens, OH, 45701, USA
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- Biomedical Engineering Program, Ohio University, Athens, OH, 45701, USA
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- Biomedical Engineering Program, Ohio University, Athens, OH, 45701, USA
- Department of Mechanical Engineering, Ohio University, Athens, OH, 45701, USA
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Zeng Z, Li H, Luo C, Hu W, Weng TJ, Shuang F. Pelargonidin ameliorates inflammatory response and cartilage degeneration in osteoarthritis via suppressing the NF-κB pathway. Arch Biochem Biophys 2023:109668. [PMID: 37315775 DOI: 10.1016/j.abb.2023.109668] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/22/2023] [Revised: 06/05/2023] [Accepted: 06/11/2023] [Indexed: 06/16/2023]
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Pelargonidin (PG), a derivative of anthocyanins, has anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. Herein, the protective effect and the mechanism of PG in counteract the osteoarthritis (OA) progression were needed to further evaluate. In the current study, C57BL/6 mice was induced by destabilization of medial meniscus (DMM) surgery to establish the OA model. Primary chondrocytes were acquired from the knee cartilage of newborn mice. Then, PG was administrated to OA mice and IL-1β-stimulated chondrocytes to evaluate its protective effects, respectively. Results uncovered that no conspicuous cytotoxic effects were observed when chondrocytes were treated with PG at a concentration lower than 40 μM for 24-72h. Thus, 10 μM, 20 μM, and 40 μM PG were chosen for subsequent experiments in vitro. Then, we observed that 10, 20, and 40 μM PG reduced the levels of IL-6, TNF-α, COX-2 and iNOS in chondrocytes. In line, PG inhibited the IL-1β-induced ECM catabolism in chondrocytes, as evidenced by deepening toluidine blue staining, increased expression of Collagen II, and decreased expressions of ADAMTS5 and MMP13. Moreover, PG also reduced the IL-1β-stimulated p-p65 overexpression and nuclear translocation of p65 in chondrocytes. In vivo, Safranin O/Fast green and HE staining showed that articular cartilage surface morphology was basically smooth and complete after PG treatment for 8 weeks. Similarly, OARSI scores and MMP13 expression were apparently decreased, whereas Aggrecan expression was elevated in PG-treated mice 8 weeks after DMM surgery. In conclusion, PG can effectively ameliorate inflammatory reactions and cartilage degeneration via suppressing the NF-κB pathway, thereby restraining the OA progression.
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- Zhi Zeng
- Department of Orthopedics, The 908th Hospital of Joint Logistics Support Force of Chinese People's Liberation Army, Nanchang, Jiangxi, 330002, China; Department of Orthopedics, The First Affiliated Hospital of Nanchang University, Nanchang, Jiangxi, 330006, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, The 908th Hospital of Joint Logistics Support Force of Chinese People's Liberation Army, Nanchang, Jiangxi, 330002, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, The 908th Hospital of Joint Logistics Support Force of Chinese People's Liberation Army, Nanchang, Jiangxi, 330002, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, The 908th Hospital of Joint Logistics Support Force of Chinese People's Liberation Army, Nanchang, Jiangxi, 330002, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, The Fourth Center of Chinese People's Liberation Army General Hospital, Beijing, 100037, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, The 908th Hospital of Joint Logistics Support Force of Chinese People's Liberation Army, Nanchang, Jiangxi, 330002, China.
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Lin J, Jia S, Zhang W, Nian M, Liu P, Yang L, Zuo J, Li W, Zeng H, Zhang X. Recent Advances in Small Molecule Inhibitors for the Treatment of Osteoarthritis. J Clin Med 2023; 12:jcm12051986. [PMID: 36902773 PMCID: PMC10004353 DOI: 10.3390/jcm12051986] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/11/2023] [Revised: 02/23/2023] [Accepted: 02/23/2023] [Indexed: 03/06/2023] Open
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Osteoarthritis refers to a degenerative disease with joint pain as the main symptom, and it is caused by various factors, including fibrosis, chapping, ulcers, and loss of articular cartilage. Traditional treatments can only delay the progression of osteoarthritis, and patients may need joint replacement eventually. As a class of organic compound molecules weighing less than 1000 daltons, small molecule inhibitors can target proteins as the main components of most drugs clinically. Small molecule inhibitors for osteoarthritis are under constant research. In this regard, by reviewing relevant manuscripts, small molecule inhibitors targeting MMPs, ADAMTS, IL-1, TNF, WNT, NF-κB, and other proteins were reviewed. We summarized these small molecule inhibitors with different targets and discussed disease-modifying osteoarthritis drugs based on them. These small molecule inhibitors have good inhibitory effects on osteoarthritis, and this review will provide a reference for the treatment of osteoarthritis.
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- Jianjing Lin
- Department of Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation, Peking University Shenzhen Hospital, Shenzhen 518036, China
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- Department of Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation, Peking University Shenzhen Hospital, Shenzhen 518036, China
- Shantou University Medical College, Shantou 515041, China
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- Department of Bone and Joint, Peking University Shenzhen Hospital, Shenzhen 518036, China
- National & Local Joint Engineering Research Center of Orthopedic Biomaterials, Peking University Shenzhen Hospital, Shenzhen 518036, China
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- Peking University Shenzhen Hospital, Shenzhen 518036, China
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- Department of Bone and Joint, Peking University Shenzhen Hospital, Shenzhen 518036, China
- National & Local Joint Engineering Research Center of Orthopedic Biomaterials, Peking University Shenzhen Hospital, Shenzhen 518036, China
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- Department of Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation, Peking University Shenzhen Hospital, Shenzhen 518036, China
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- Department of Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation, Peking University Shenzhen Hospital, Shenzhen 518036, China
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- Department of Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation, Peking University Shenzhen Hospital, Shenzhen 518036, China
- Correspondence: (W.L.); (H.Z.); (X.Z.)
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- Department of Bone and Joint, Peking University Shenzhen Hospital, Shenzhen 518036, China
- National & Local Joint Engineering Research Center of Orthopedic Biomaterials, Peking University Shenzhen Hospital, Shenzhen 518036, China
- Correspondence: (W.L.); (H.Z.); (X.Z.)
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- Department of Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation, Peking University Shenzhen Hospital, Shenzhen 518036, China
- Correspondence: (W.L.); (H.Z.); (X.Z.)
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Niu X, Li N, Du Z, Li X. Integrated gradient tissue-engineered osteochondral scaffolds: Challenges, current efforts and future perspectives. Bioact Mater 2023; 20:574-597. [PMID: 35846846 PMCID: PMC9254262 DOI: 10.1016/j.bioactmat.2022.06.011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 30] [Impact Index Per Article: 30.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/15/2022] [Revised: 05/30/2022] [Accepted: 06/15/2022] [Indexed: 02/07/2023] Open
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The osteochondral defect repair has been most extensively studied due to the rising demand for new therapies to diseases such as osteoarthritis. Tissue engineering has been proposed as a promising strategy to meet the demand of simultaneous regeneration of both cartilage and subchondral bone by constructing integrated gradient tissue-engineered osteochondral scaffold (IGTEOS). This review brought forward the main challenges of establishing a satisfactory IGTEOS from the perspectives of the complexity of physiology and microenvironment of osteochondral tissue, and the limitations of obtaining the desired and required scaffold. Then, we comprehensively discussed and summarized the current tissue-engineered efforts to resolve the above challenges, including architecture strategies, fabrication techniques and in vitro/in vivo evaluation methods of the IGTEOS. Especially, we highlighted the advantages and limitations of various fabrication techniques of IGTEOS, and common cases of IGTEOS application. Finally, based on the above challenges and current research progress, we analyzed in details the future perspectives of tissue-engineered osteochondral construct, so as to achieve the perfect reconstruction of the cartilaginous and osseous layers of osteochondral tissue simultaneously. This comprehensive and instructive review could provide deep insights into our current understanding of IGTEOS. Providing main challenges to establish integrated gradient osteochondral scaffold. Discussing the current tissue-engineered efforts to resolve the above challenges. Highlighting construct techniques, and evaluation index and methods of IGTEOS. Discussing the future perspectives to achieve perfect osteochondral reconstruction.
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- Xiaolian Niu
- Key Laboratory for Biomechanics and Mechanobiology of Ministry of Education, Beijing Advanced Innovation Center for Biomedical Engineering, School of Biological Science and Medical Engineering, Beihang University, Beijing, 100083, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, The Fourth Central Hospital of Baoding City, Baoding, 072350, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, The Fourth Central Hospital of Baoding City, Baoding, 072350, China
- Corresponding author.
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- Key Laboratory for Biomechanics and Mechanobiology of Ministry of Education, Beijing Advanced Innovation Center for Biomedical Engineering, School of Biological Science and Medical Engineering, Beihang University, Beijing, 100083, China
- Corresponding author.
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An Injectable Hydrogel Scaffold Loaded with Dual-Drug/Sustained-Release PLGA Microspheres for the Regulation of Macrophage Polarization in the Treatment of Intervertebral Disc Degeneration. Int J Mol Sci 2022; 24:ijms24010390. [PMID: 36613833 PMCID: PMC9820357 DOI: 10.3390/ijms24010390] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/14/2022] [Revised: 12/10/2022] [Accepted: 12/20/2022] [Indexed: 12/29/2022] Open
Abstract
Due to the unique physical characteristics of intervertebral disc degeneration (IVDD) and the pathological microenvironment that it creates, including inflammation and oxidative stress, effective self-repair is impossible. During the process of intervertebral disc degeneration, there is an increase in the infiltration of M1 macrophages and the secretion of proinflammatory cytokines. Here, we designed a novel injectable composite hydrogel scaffold: an oligo [poly (ethylene glycol) fumarate]/sodium methacrylate (OPF/SMA) hydrogel scaffold loaded with dual-drug/sustained-release PLGA microspheres containing IL-4 (IL-4-PLGA) and kartogenin (KGN-PLGA). This scaffold exhibited good mechanical properties and low immunogenicity while also promoting the sustained release of drugs. By virtue of the PLGA microspheres loaded with IL-4 (IL-4-PLGA), the composite hydrogel scaffold induced macrophages to transition from the M1 phenotype into the M2 phenotype during the early induced phase and simultaneously exhibited a continuous anti-inflammatory effect through the PLGA microspheres loaded with kartogenin (KGN-PLGA). Furthermore, we investigated the mechanisms underlying the immunomodulatory and anti-inflammatory effects of the composite hydrogel scaffold. We found that the scaffold promoted cell proliferation and improved cell viability in vitro. While ensuring mechanical strength, this composite hydrogel scaffold regulated the local inflammatory microenvironment and continuously repaired tissue in the nucleus pulposus via the sequential release of drugs in vivo. When degenerative intervertebral discs in a rat model were injected with the scaffold, there was an increase in the proportion of M2 macrophages in the inflammatory environment and higher expression levels of type II collagen and aggrecan; this was accompanied by reduced levels of MMP13 expression, thus exhibiting long-term anti-inflammatory effects. Our research provides a new strategy for promoting intervertebral disc tissue regeneration and a range of other inflammatory diseases.
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Sahu N, Grandi FC, Bhutani N. A single-cell mass cytometry platform to map the effects of preclinical drugs on cartilage homeostasis. JCI Insight 2022; 7:160702. [PMID: 36194485 PMCID: PMC9744259 DOI: 10.1172/jci.insight.160702] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/01/2022] [Accepted: 09/12/2022] [Indexed: 02/04/2023] Open
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No disease-modifying drug exists for osteoarthritis (OA). Despite success in animal models, candidate drugs continue to fail in clinical trials owing to the unmapped interpatient heterogeneity and disease complexity. We used a single-cell platform based on cytometry by time-of-flight (cyTOF) to precisely outline the effects of candidate drugs on human OA chondrocytes. OA chondrocytes harvested from patients undergoing total knee arthroplasty were treated with 2 drugs, an NF-κB pathway inhibitor, BMS-345541, and a chondroinductive small molecule, kartogenin, that showed preclinical success in animal models for OA. cyTOF conducted with 30 metal isotope-labeled antibodies parsed the effects of the drugs on inflammatory, senescent, and chondroprogenitor cell populations. The NF-κB pathway inhibition decreased the expression of p-NF-κB, HIF2A, and inducible NOS in multiple chondrocyte clusters and significantly depleted 4 p16ink4a-expressing senescent populations, including NOTCH1+STRO1+ chondroprogenitor cells. While kartogenin also affected select p16ink4a-expressing senescent clusters, there was a less discernible effect on chondroprogenitor cell populations. Overall, BMS-345541 elicited a uniform drug response in all patients, while only a few responded to kartogenin. These studies demonstrate that a single-cell cyTOF-based drug screening platform can provide insights into patient response assessment and patient stratification.
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Ni S, Shan F, Geng J. Interleukin-10 family members: Biology and role in the bone and joint diseases. Int Immunopharmacol 2022; 108:108881. [PMID: 35623292 DOI: 10.1016/j.intimp.2022.108881] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/17/2022] [Accepted: 05/18/2022] [Indexed: 11/05/2022]
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Interleukin (IL)-10 family cytokines include IL-10, IL-19, IL-20, IL-22, IL-24, IL-26, IL-28A, IL-28B, and IL-29. These cytokines play crucial regulatory roles in various biological reactions and diseases. In recent years, several studies have shown that the IL-10 family plays a vital role in bone and joint diseases, including bone metabolic diseases, fractures, osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, and bone tumors. Herein, the recent progress on the regulatory role of IL-10 family of cytokines in the occurrence and development of bone and joint diseases has been summarized. This review will provide novel directions for immunotherapy of bone and joint diseases.
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- Shenghui Ni
- Department of Orthopaedics, the Fourth Affiliated Hospital of China Medical University, Shenyang 110032, Liaoning, China
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- Department of Immunology, College of Basic Medical Science, China Medical University, Shenyang 110122, Liaoning, China
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- Department of Ophthalmology, the First Hospital of China Medical University, Shenyang, 110001, Liaoning, China.
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van Helvoort E, van der Heijden E, van Roon J, Eijkelkamp N, Mastbergen S. The Role of Interleukin-4 and Interleukin-10 in Osteoarthritic Joint Disease: A Systematic Narrative Review. Cartilage 2022; 13:19476035221098167. [PMID: 35549461 PMCID: PMC9251827 DOI: 10.1177/19476035221098167] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE A fusion protein of interleukin-4 and interleukin-10 (IL4-10 FP) was developed as a disease-modifying osteoarthritis drug (DMOAD), and chondroprotection, anti-inflammation, and analgesia have been suggested. To better understand the mechanisms behind its potential as DMOAD, this systematic narrative review aims to assess the potential of IL-4, IL-10 and the combination of IL-4 and IL-10 for the treatment of osteoarthritis. It describes the chondroprotective, anti-inflammatory, and analgesic effects of IL-4, IL-10, and IL4-10 FP. DESIGN PubMed and Embase were searched for publications that were published from 1990 until May 21, 2021 (moment of search). Key search terms were: Osteoarthritis, Interleukin-4, and Interleukin-10. This yielded 2,479 hits, of which 43 were included in this review. RESULTS IL-4 and IL-10 showed mainly protective effects on osteoarthritic cartilage in vitro and in vivo, as did IL4-10 FP. Both cytokines showed anti-inflammatory effects, but also proinflammatory effects. Only in vitro IL4-10 FP showed purely anti-inflammatory effects, indicating that proinflammatory effects of one cytokine can be counteracted by the other when given as a combination. Only a few studies investigated the analgesic effects of IL-4, IL-10 or IL4-10 FP. In vitro, IL-4 and IL4-10 FP were able to decrease pain mediators. In vivo, IL-4, IL-10, and IL4-10 FP were able to reduce pain. CONCLUSIONS In conclusion, this review describes overlapping, but also different modes of action for the DMOAD effects of IL-4 and IL-10, giving an explanation for the synergistic effects found when applied as combination, as is the case for IL4-10 FP.
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- E.M. van Helvoort
- Department of Rheumatology &
Clinical Immunology, UMC Utrecht, Utrecht University, Utrecht, The Netherlands,E.M. van Helvoort, Department of
Rheumatology & Clinical Immunology, UMC Utrecht, Utrecht University, Postbus
85500, Internal Mail No. G02.232, 3508 GA Utrecht, The Netherlands.
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- Department of Rheumatology &
Clinical Immunology, UMC Utrecht, Utrecht University, Utrecht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Rheumatology &
Clinical Immunology, UMC Utrecht, Utrecht University, Utrecht, The Netherlands,Center of Translational Immunology, UMC
Utrecht, Utrecht University, Utrecht, The Netherlands
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- Center of Translational Immunology, UMC
Utrecht, Utrecht University, Utrecht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Rheumatology &
Clinical Immunology, UMC Utrecht, Utrecht University, Utrecht, The Netherlands
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He T, Shaw I, Vedadghavami A, Bajpayee AG. Single-Dose Intra-Cartilage Delivery of Kartogenin Using a Cationic Multi-Arm Avidin Nanocarrier Suppresses Cytokine-Induced Osteoarthritis-Related Catabolism. Cartilage 2022; 13:19476035221093072. [PMID: 35491681 PMCID: PMC9251829 DOI: 10.1177/19476035221093072] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/08/2023] Open
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OBJECTIVE Kartogenin (KGN) has proven as a both chondrogenic and chondroprotective drug for osteoarthritis (OA) therapy. However, being a small hydrophobic molecule, KGN suffers from rapid joint clearance and inability to penetrate cartilage to reach chondrocytes following intra-articular administration. As such multiple high doses are needed that can lead to off-target effects including stimulation and tissue outgrowth. Here we design charge-based cartilage targeting formulation of KGN by using a multi-arm cationic nano-construct of Avidin (mAv) that can rapidly penetrate into cartilage in high concentrations owing to weak-reversible electrostatic binding interactions with negatively charged aggrecan-glycosaminoglycans (GAGs) and form an extended-release drug depot such that its therapeutic benefit can be reaped in just a single dose. DESIGN We synthesized 2 novel formulations, one with a releasable ester linker (mAv-OH-KGN, release half-life ~58 h) that enables sustained KGN release over 2 weeks and another with a non-releasable amide linker (mAv-NH-KGN) that relies on mAv's ability to be uptaken and endocytosed by chondrocytes for drug delivery. Their effectiveness in suppressing cytokine-induced catabolism was evaluated in vitro using cartilage explant culture model. RESULTS A single 100 μM dose of cartilage homing mAv-KGN was significantly more effective in suppressing cytokine-induced GAG loss, cell death, inflammatory response and in rescuing cell metabolism than a single dose of free KGN; multiple doses of free KGN were needed to match this therapeutic response. CONCLUSION mAv mediated delivery of KGN is promising and can facilitate clinical translation of KGN for OA treatment with only a single dose.
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- Tengfei He
- Department of Bioengineering,
Northeastern University, Boston, MA, USA
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- Department of Bioengineering,
Northeastern University, Boston, MA, USA
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- Department of Bioengineering,
Northeastern University, Boston, MA, USA,Department of Mechanical Engineering,
Northeastern University, Boston, MA, USA,Ambika G. Bajpayee, Department of
Bioengineering, Northeastern University, ISEC Room 216, 805 Columbus Avenue,
Boston, MA 02120, USA.
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Sang X, Zhao X, Yan L, Jin X, Wang X, Wang J, Yin Z, Zhang Y, Meng Z. Thermosensitive Hydrogel Loaded with Primary Chondrocyte-Derived Exosomes Promotes Cartilage Repair by Regulating Macrophage Polarization in Osteoarthritis. Tissue Eng Regen Med 2022; 19:629-642. [PMID: 35435577 PMCID: PMC9130414 DOI: 10.1007/s13770-022-00437-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 28] [Impact Index Per Article: 14.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/27/2021] [Revised: 01/19/2022] [Accepted: 01/24/2022] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Intra-articular injection is a classic strategy for the treatment of early osteoarthritis (OA). However, the local delivery of traditional therapeutic agents has limited benefits for alleviating OA. Exosomes, an important type of extracellular nanovesicle, show great potential for suppressing cartilage destruction in OA to replace drugs and stem cell-based administration. METHODS In this study, we developed a thermosensitive, injectable hydrogel by in situ crosslinking of Pluronic F-127 and hyaluronic acid, which can be used as a slow-release carrier to durably retain primary chondrocyte-derived exosomes at damaged cartilage sites to effectively magnify their reparative effect. RESULTS It was found that the hydrogel can sustainedly release exosomes, positively regulate chondrocytes on the proliferation, migration and differentiation, as well as efficiently induce polarization of M1 to M2 macrophages. Intra-articular injection of this exosomes-incorporated hydrogel significantly prevented cartilage destruction by promoting cartilage matrix formation. This strategy also displayed a regenerative immune phenotype characterized by a higher infiltration of CD163+ regenerative M2 macrophages over CD86+ M1 macrophages in synovial and chondral tissue, with a concomitant reduction in pro-inflammatory cytokines (TNF-α, IL-1β, and IL-6) and increase in anti-inflammatory cytokine (IL-10) in synovial fluid. CONCLUSION Our results demonstrated that local sustained-release primary chondrocyte-derived exosomes may relieve OA by promoting the phenotypic transformation of macrophages from M1 to M2, which suggesting a great potential for the application in OA.
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- Xuehan Sang
- Department of Rehabilitation, Northern Jiangsu People's Hospital, Yangzhou, 225001, China
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- Department of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine, People's Hospital of Qinghai Provincial, Xining, 810007, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Northern Jiangsu People's Hospital, Yangzhou, 225001, China
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- Department of Rehabilitation, Northern Jiangsu People's Hospital, Yangzhou, 225001, China
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- Department of Rehabilitation, Northern Jiangsu People's Hospital, Yangzhou, 225001, China
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- Department of Rehabilitation, Northern Jiangsu People's Hospital, Yangzhou, 225001, China
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- Department of Rehabilitation, Northern Jiangsu People's Hospital, Yangzhou, 225001, China
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- Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, Shanghai Ninth People's Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Shanghai, 200011, China.
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- Department of Rehabilitation, Northern Jiangsu People's Hospital, Yangzhou, 225001, China.
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Zhu Y, Ye L, Cai X, Li Z, Fan Y, Yang F. Icariin-Loaded Hydrogel Regulates Bone Marrow Mesenchymal Stem Cell Chondrogenic Differentiation and Promotes Cartilage Repair in Osteoarthritis. Front Bioeng Biotechnol 2022; 10:755260. [PMID: 35223781 PMCID: PMC8864219 DOI: 10.3389/fbioe.2022.755260] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/08/2021] [Accepted: 01/07/2022] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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Intra-articular injection of mesenchymal stem cells is a potential therapeutic strategy for cartilage protection and symptom relief for osteoarthritis (OA). However, controlling chondrogenesis of the implanted cells in the articular cavity remains a challenge. In this study, hydrogels containing different concentrations of icariin were prepared by in situ crosslinking of hyaluronic acid and Poloxamer 407. This injectable and thermoresponsive hydrogel, as a 3D cell culture system, showed good biocompatibility with chondrocytes and bone marrow mesenchymal stem cells (BMSCs), as well as promoted proliferation and chondrogenesis of BMSCs through the Wnt/β-catenin signaling pathway. Intra-articular injection of this kind of BMSC-loaded composite hydrogel can significantly prevent cartilage destruction by inducing chondrogenic differentiation of BMSCs, and relieve pain through regulating the expression of inflammatory cytokines (e.g., IL-10 and MMP-13) in the OA model. Incorporating BMSCs into this novel icariin-loaded hydrogel indicates a more superior efficacy than the single BMSC injection, which suggests a great potential for its application in OA.
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- Yuefeng Zhu
- Department of Orthopedics, Huadong Hospital Affiliated to Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Pain, Renji Hospital, Shanghai Jiaotong University School of Medicine, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Huadong Hospital Affiliated to Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Pain, Renji Hospital, Shanghai Jiaotong University School of Medicine, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Huadong Hospital Affiliated to Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Huadong Hospital Affiliated to Fudan University, Shanghai, China
- *Correspondence: Fengjian Yang,
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Liu L, Xu L, Wang S, Wang L, Wang X, Xu H, Li X, Ye H. Confirmation of inhibitingTLR4/MyD88/NF-κB Signalling Pathway by Duhuo Jisheng Decoction on Osteoarthritis: A Network Pharmacology Approach-Integrated Experimental Study. Front Pharmacol 2022; 12:784822. [PMID: 35140604 PMCID: PMC8818874 DOI: 10.3389/fphar.2021.784822] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/28/2021] [Accepted: 12/28/2021] [Indexed: 12/26/2022] Open
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This study was conducted to identify whether the TLR4/MyD88/NF-κB signalling pathway plays a vital role in osteoarthritis (OA) treatment with Duhuo Jisheng Decoction (DHJSD) on the basis of a network pharmacology approach (NPA)-integrated experiment. Two experiments were conducted as follow: NPA for DHJSD using six OA-related gene series and the key pathway was screened out using NPA. NPA identified a vital role for the TLR4/MyD88/NF-κB signalling pathway in OA treatment with DHJSD, the conventional western blot analysis and qPCR confirmed it. Furthermore, changes of miR-146a-5p and miR-34a-5p in the cellular models were recovered by DHJSD administration, which synergistically contributed to OA therapy. The toll-like receptor signalling pathway and the NF-κB signalling pathway were meaningfully enriched by the miRNA-regulated gene pathways. This study identified and confirmed the TLR4/MyD88/NF-κB signalling pathway is an essential inflammatory signalling pathway in the DHJSD underlying OA treatment. The results provide a basis for further evaluation of the regulatory mechanism of the drug’s efficacy in treating OA.
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- Linglong Liu
- College of Integrative Medicine, Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fuzhou, China
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- College of Integrative Medicine, Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fuzhou, China
- Academy of Integrative Medicine, Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fuzhou, China
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- College of Pharmacy Science, Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fuzhou, China
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- Academy of Integrative Medicine, Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fuzhou, China
- Fujian Key Laboratory of Integrative Medicine on Geriatrics, Fuzhou, China
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- College of Integrative Medicine, Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fuzhou, China
- Academy of Integrative Medicine, Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fuzhou, China
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- Academy of Integrative Medicine, Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fuzhou, China
- Fujian Key Laboratory of Integrative Medicine on Geriatrics, Fuzhou, China
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- College of Integrative Medicine, Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fuzhou, China
- Fujian Key Laboratory of Integrative Medicine on Geriatrics, Fuzhou, China
- *Correspondence: Xihai Li,
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- Academy of Integrative Medicine, Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fuzhou, China
- Fujian Key Laboratory of Integrative Medicine on Geriatrics, Fuzhou, China
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Integration of a miniaturized DMMB assay with high-throughput screening for identifying regulators of proteoglycan metabolism. Sci Rep 2022; 12:1083. [PMID: 35058478 PMCID: PMC8776954 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-022-04805-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/11/2021] [Accepted: 12/21/2021] [Indexed: 11/19/2022] Open
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Defective biosynthesis or function of proteoglycans causes pathological conditions in a variety of tissue systems. Osteoarthritis (OA) is a prevalent degenerative joint disorder characterized by progressive cartilage destruction caused by imbalanced proteoglycan synthesis and degradation. Identifying agents that regulate proteoglycan metabolism may benefit the development of OA-modifying therapeutics. High-throughput screening (HTS) of chemical libraries has paved the way for achieving this goal. However, the implementation and adaptation of HTS assays based on proteoglycan measurement remain underexploited. Using primary porcine chondrocytes as a model, we report a miniaturized dimethyl-methylene blue (DMMB) assay, which is commonly used to quantitatively evaluate sulfated glycosaminoglycan (GAG) content, with an optimized detection range and reproducibility and its integration with HTS. Treatment with TGF-β1 and IL1-α, known as positive and negative proteoglycan regulators, respectively, supported the assay specificity. A pre-test of chemical screening of 960 compounds identified both stimulators (4.48%) and inhibitors (6.04%) of GAG production. Fluorophore-assisted carbohydrate electrophoresis validated the activity of selected hits on chondroitin sulfate expression in an alginate culture system. Our findings support the implementation of this simple colorimetric assay in HTS to discover modifiers of OA or other diseases related to dysregulated proteoglycan metabolism.
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Jhun J, Woo JS, Kwon JY, Na HS, Cho KH, Kim SA, Kim SJ, Moon SJ, Park SH, Cho ML. Vitamin D Attenuates Pain and Cartilage Destruction in OA Animals via Enhancing Autophagic Flux and Attenuating Inflammatory Cell Death. Immune Netw 2022; 22:e34. [PMID: 36081528 PMCID: PMC9433191 DOI: 10.4110/in.2022.22.e34] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/14/2021] [Revised: 03/28/2022] [Accepted: 04/10/2022] [Indexed: 01/15/2023] Open
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- JooYeon Jhun
- Rheumatism Research Center, Catholic Research Institute of Medical Science, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul 06591, Korea
- Department of Biomedicine & Health Sciences, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul 06591, Korea
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- Rheumatism Research Center, Catholic Research Institute of Medical Science, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul 06591, Korea
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- Rheumatism Research Center, Catholic Research Institute of Medical Science, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul 06591, Korea
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- Rheumatism Research Center, Catholic Research Institute of Medical Science, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul 06591, Korea
- Department of Biomedicine & Health Sciences, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul 06591, Korea
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- Rheumatism Research Center, Catholic Research Institute of Medical Science, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul 06591, Korea
- Department of Biomedicine & Health Sciences, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul 06591, Korea
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul 06591, Korea
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul 06591, Korea
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- Division of Rheumatology, Department of Internal Medicine, Uijeongbu St. Mary’s Hospital, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, Uijeongbu 11765, Korea
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- Division of Rheumatology, Department of Internal Medicine, Seoul St. Mary’s Hospital, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul 06591, Korea
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- Rheumatism Research Center, Catholic Research Institute of Medical Science, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul 06591, Korea
- Department of Medical Life Sciences, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul 06591, Korea
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Jhun J, Na HS, Cho KH, Kim J, Moon YM, Lee SY, Lee JS, Lee AR, Kim SJ, Cho ML, Park SH. A green-lipped mussel reduces pain behavior and chondrocyte inflammation and attenuated experimental osteoarthritis progression. PLoS One 2021; 16:e0259130. [PMID: 34855756 PMCID: PMC8638931 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0259130] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/08/2021] [Accepted: 10/14/2021] [Indexed: 11/24/2022] Open
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The green-lipped mussel (GLM) contains novel omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids, which exhibit anti-inflammatory and joint-protecting properties. Osteoarthritis (OA) is a degenerative joint disease characterized by a progressive loss of cartilage; oxidative stress plays a role in the pathogenesis of OA. The objectives of this study were to investigate the in vivo effects of the GLM on pain severity and cartilage degeneration using an experimental rat OA model, and to explore the mode of action of GLM. OA was induced in rats by intra-articular injection of monosodium iodoacetate (MIA) into the knee. Oral GLM was initiated on the day after 3dyas of MIA injection. Limb nociception was assessed by measuring the paw withdrawal latency and threshold. Samples were analyzed both macroscopically and histologically. Immunohistochemistry was used to investigate the expression of interleukin-1β (IL-1β), IL-6, nitrotyrosine, and inducible nitric oxide synthase (iNOS) in knee joints. Also, the GLM was applied to OA chondrocyte, and the expression on catabolic marker and necroptosis factor were evaluated by real-time polymerase chain reaction. Administration of the GLM improved pain levels by preventing cartilage damage and inflammation. GLM significantly attenuated the expression levels of mRNAs encoding matrix metalloproteinase-3 (MMP-3), MMP-13, and ADAMTS5 in IL-1β-stimulated human OA chondrocytes. GLM decreased the expression levels of the necroptosis mediators RIPK1, RIPK3, and the mixed lineage kinase domain-like protein (MLKL) in IL-1β-stimulated human OA chondrocytes. Thus, GLM reduced pain and cartilage degeneration in rats with experimentally induced OA. The chondroprotective properties of GLM included suppression of oxidative damage and inhibition of catabolic factors implicated in the pathogenesis of OA cartilage damage. We suggest that GLM may usefully treat human OA.
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- JooYeon Jhun
- The Rheumatism Research Center, Catholic Research Institute of Medical Science, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul, South Korea
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- The Rheumatism Research Center, Catholic Research Institute of Medical Science, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul, South Korea
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- The Rheumatism Research Center, Catholic Research Institute of Medical Science, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul, South Korea
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- The Rheumatism Research Center, Catholic Research Institute of Medical Science, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul, South Korea
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- The Rheumatism Research Center, Catholic Research Institute of Medical Science, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul, South Korea
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- The Rheumatism Research Center, Catholic Research Institute of Medical Science, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul, South Korea
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- The Rheumatism Research Center, Catholic Research Institute of Medical Science, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul, South Korea
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- The Rheumatism Research Center, Catholic Research Institute of Medical Science, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul, South Korea
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Uijeongbu St. Mary’s Hospital, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- The Rheumatism Research Center, Catholic Research Institute of Medical Science, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul, South Korea
- * E-mail: (M-LC); (S-HP)
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- Division of Rheumatology, Department of Internal Medicine, Seoul St. Mary’s Hospital, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul, Republic of Korea
- * E-mail: (M-LC); (S-HP)
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Lee MH, Kim HM, Chung HC, Kim DU, Lee JH. Low-Molecular-Weight Collagen Peptide Ameliorates Osteoarthritis Progression through Promoting Extracellular Matrix Synthesis by Chondrocytes in a Rabbit Anterior Cruciate Ligament Transection Model. J Microbiol Biotechnol 2021; 31:1401-1408. [PMID: 34528913 PMCID: PMC9705828 DOI: 10.4014/jmb.2108.08027] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/23/2021] [Revised: 09/08/2021] [Accepted: 09/09/2021] [Indexed: 12/15/2022]
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This study examined whether the oral administration of low-molecular-weight collagen peptide (LMCP) containing 3% Gly-Pro-Hyp with >15% tripeptide (Gly-X-Y) content could ameliorate osteoarthritis (OA) progression using a rabbit anterior cruciate ligament transection (ACLT) model of induced OA and chondrocytes isolated from a patient with OA. Oral LMCP administration (100 or 200 mg/kg/day) for 12 weeks ameliorated cartilage damage and reduced the loss of proteoglycan compared to the findings in the ACLT control group, resulting in dose-dependent (p < 0.05) improvements of the OARSI score in hematoxylin & eosin (H&E) and Safranin O staining. In microcomputed tomography analysis, LMCP also significantly (p < 0.05) suppressed the deterioration of the microstructure in tibial subchondral bone during OA progression. The elevation of IL-1βand IL-6 concentrations in synovial fluid following OA induction was dose-dependently (p < 0.05) reduced by LMCP treatment. Furthermore, immunohistochemistry illustrated that LMCP significantly (p < 0.05) upregulated type II collagen and downregulated matrix metalloproteinase-13 in cartilage tissue. Consistent with the in vivo results, LMCP significantly (p < 0.05) increased the mRNA expression of COL2A1 and ACAN in chondrocytes isolated from a patient with OA regardless of the conditions for IL-1βinduction. These findings suggest that LMCP has potential as a therapeutic treatment for OA that stimulates cartilage regeneration.
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- Mun-Hoe Lee
- Health Food Research and Development, NEWTREE Co., Ltd., Seoul 05604, Republic of Korea
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- Health Food Research and Development, NEWTREE Co., Ltd., Seoul 05604, Republic of Korea
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- Health Food Research and Development, NEWTREE Co., Ltd., Seoul 05604, Republic of Korea
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- Health Food Research and Development, NEWTREE Co., Ltd., Seoul 05604, Republic of Korea
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- Health Food Research and Development, NEWTREE Co., Ltd., Seoul 05604, Republic of Korea,Corresponding author Phone: +82-70-8015-8518 Fax: +82-2-6949-1293 E-mail:
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Vassão PG, de Souza ACF, da Silveira Campos RM, Garcia LA, Tucci HT, Renno ACM. Effects of photobiomodulation and a physical exercise program on the expression of inflammatory and cartilage degradation biomarkers and functional capacity in women with knee osteoarthritis: a randomized blinded study. Adv Rheumatol 2021; 61:62. [PMID: 34656170 DOI: 10.1186/s42358-021-00220-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/14/2021] [Accepted: 10/05/2021] [Indexed: 02/08/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND The knee osteoarthritis (OA) is a joint disease characterized by degradation of articular cartilage that leads to chronic inflammation. Exercise programs and photobiomodulation (PBM) are capable of modulating the inflammatory process of minimizing functional disability related to knee OA. However, their association on the concentration of biomarkers related to OA development has not been studied yet. The aim of the present study is to investigate the effects of PBM (via cluster) with a physical exercise program in functional capacity, serum inflammatory and cartilage degradation biomarkers in patients with knee OA. METHODS Forty-two patients were randomly allocated in 3 groups: ESP: exercise + sham PBM; EAP: exercise + PBM and CG: control group. Six patients were excluded before finished the experimental period. The analyzed outcomes in baseline and 8-week were: the Western Ontario and McMaster Universities Osteoarthritis (WOMAC) and the evaluation of serum biomarkers concentration (IL-1β, IL-6, IL-8, IL-10 e TNF-α, and CTX-II). RESULTS An increase in the functional capacity was observed in the WOMAC total score for both treated groups (p < 0.001) and ESP presents a lower value compared to CG (p < 0.05) the 8-week post-treatment. In addition, there was a significant increase in IL-10 concentration of EAP (p < 0.05) and higher value compared to CG (p < 0.001) the 8-week post-treatment. Moreover, an increase in IL-1β concentration was observed for CG (p < 0.05). No other difference was observed comparing the other groups. CONCLUSION Our data suggest that the physical exercise therapy could be a strategy for increasing functional capacity and in association with PBM for increasing IL-10 levels in OA knee individuals. TRIAL REGISTRATION ReBEC (RBR-7t6nzr).
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- Patricia Gabrielli Vassão
- Department of Biosciences, Federal University of São Paulo, Campus Baixada Santista, Rua Silva Jardim, 136, Santos, SP, 11015-020, Brazil.
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- Department of Human Movement Science, Federal University of São Paulo, Campus Baixada Santista, Rua Silva Jardim, 136, Santos, SP, 11015-020, Brazil
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- Department of Biosciences, Federal University of São Paulo, Campus Baixada Santista, Rua Silva Jardim, 136, Santos, SP, 11015-020, Brazil.,Post Graduate Program of Interdisciplinary Health Sciences, Federal University of São Paulo, Campus Baixada Santista, Rua Silva Jardim, 136, Santos, SP, 11015-020, Brazil
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- Scientific Institute and Technological Department -University Brazil, São Paulo-Itaquera, SP, Brazil
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- Department of Human Movement Science, Federal University of São Paulo, Campus Baixada Santista, Rua Silva Jardim, 136, Santos, SP, 11015-020, Brazil
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- Department of Biosciences, Federal University of São Paulo, Campus Baixada Santista, Rua Silva Jardim, 136, Santos, SP, 11015-020, Brazil
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Weng PW, Yadav VK, Pikatan NW, Fong IH, Lin IH, Yeh CT, Lee WH. Novel NFκB Inhibitor SC75741 Mitigates Chondrocyte Degradation and Prevents Activated Fibroblast Transformation by Modulating miR-21/GDF-5/SOX5 Signaling. Int J Mol Sci 2021; 22:11082. [PMID: 34681754 PMCID: PMC8538686 DOI: 10.3390/ijms222011082] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/12/2021] [Revised: 10/04/2021] [Accepted: 10/09/2021] [Indexed: 02/07/2023] Open
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Osteoarthritis (OA) is a common articular disease manifested by the destruction of cartilage and compromised chondrogenesis in the aging population, with chronic inflammation of synovium, which drives OA progression. Importantly, the activated synovial fibroblast (AF) within the synovium facilitates OA through modulating key molecules, including regulatory microRNAs (miR's). To understand OA associated pathways, in vitro co-culture system, and in vivo papain-induced OA model were applied for this study. The expression of key inflammatory markers both in tissue and blood plasma were examined by qRT-PCR, western blot, immunohistochemistry, enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) and immunofluorescence assays. Herein, our result demonstrated, AF-activated human chondrocytes (AC) exhibit elevated NFκB, TNF-α, IL-6, and miR-21 expression as compared to healthy chondrocytes (HC). Importantly, AC induced the apoptosis of HC and inhibited the expression of chondrogenesis inducers, SOX5, TGF-β1, and GDF-5. NFκB is a key inflammatory transcription factor elevated in OA. Therefore, SC75741 (an NFκB inhibitor) therapeutic effect was explored. SC75741 inhibits inflammatory profile, protects AC-educated HC from apoptosis, and inhibits miR-21 expression, which results in the induced expression of GDF-5, SOX5, TGF-β1, BMPR2, and COL4A1. Moreover, ectopic miR-21 expression in fibroblast-like activated chondrocytes promoted osteoblast-mediated differentiation of osteoclasts in RW264.7 cells. Interestingly, in vivo study demonstrated SC75741 protective role, in controlling the destruction of the articular joint, through NFκB, TNF-α, IL-6, and miR-21 inhibition, and inducing GDF-5, SOX5, TGF-β1, BMPR2, and COL4A1 expression. Our study demonstrated the role of NFκB/miR-21 axis in OA progression, and SC75741's therapeutic potential as a small-molecule inhibitor of miR-21/NFκB-driven OA progression.
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- Pei-Wei Weng
- Department of Orthopaedics, School of Medicine, College of Medicine, Taipei Medical University, Taipei City 110, Taiwan;
- Department of Orthopaedics, Shuang Ho Hospital, Taipei Medical University, New Taipei City 23561, Taiwan
- Graduate Institute of Biomedical Materials and Tissue Engineering, College of Biomedical Engineering, Taipei Medical University, Taipei City 110, Taiwan
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- Department of Medical Research & Education, Taipei Medical University-Shuang Ho Hospital, New Taipei City 23561, Taiwan; (V.K.Y.); (N.W.P.); (I.-H.F.); (C.-T.Y.)
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- Department of Medical Research & Education, Taipei Medical University-Shuang Ho Hospital, New Taipei City 23561, Taiwan; (V.K.Y.); (N.W.P.); (I.-H.F.); (C.-T.Y.)
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- Department of Medical Research & Education, Taipei Medical University-Shuang Ho Hospital, New Taipei City 23561, Taiwan; (V.K.Y.); (N.W.P.); (I.-H.F.); (C.-T.Y.)
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- School of Dentistry, College of Oral Medicine, Taipei Medical University, Taipei City 110, Taiwan
- Division of Periodontics, Department of Dentistry, Taipei Medical University-Shuang Ho Hospital, New Taipei City 23561, Taiwan
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- Department of Medical Research & Education, Taipei Medical University-Shuang Ho Hospital, New Taipei City 23561, Taiwan; (V.K.Y.); (N.W.P.); (I.-H.F.); (C.-T.Y.)
- Department of Medical Laboratory Science and Biotechnology, Yuanpei University of Medical Technology, Hsinchu City 30015, Taiwan
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- Department of Medical Research & Education, Taipei Medical University-Shuang Ho Hospital, New Taipei City 23561, Taiwan; (V.K.Y.); (N.W.P.); (I.-H.F.); (C.-T.Y.)
- Department of Pathology, Taipei Medical University-Shuang Ho Hospital, New Taipei City 23561, Taiwan
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Wang Q, Chen Y, Shen X, Chen J, Li Y. Intra-Articular Injection of miR-29a-3p of BMSCs Promotes Cartilage Self-Repairing and Alleviates Pain in the Rat Osteoarthritis. Tissue Eng Regen Med 2021; 18:1045-1055. [PMID: 34542842 DOI: 10.1007/s13770-021-00384-7] [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: 05/19/2021] [Revised: 08/04/2021] [Accepted: 08/05/2021] [Indexed: 11/29/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Stem cells intra-articular injection stagey indicated a potential therapeutic effect on improving the pathological progress of osteoarthritis (OA). However, the long-term effect of stem cells intra-articular injection on the cartilage regeneration remains unclear. miR-29a-3p is predicted to be a critical target for inhibiting insulin-like growth factor-1 expression and may aggravate the progression of OA. METHODS In this study, we investigated the therapeutic efficacy of intra-articular injection of bone marrow mesenchymal stem cells (BMSCs) transfected with miR-29a-3p inhibitor in OA. RESULTS miR-29a-3p inhibitor transfection did not influence cell viability of BMSCs, while the chondrogenic differentiation potential of BMSCs was significantly improved. Interestingly, intra-articular injection of BMSCs with miR-29a-3p inhibition significantly prevented articular cartilage degeneration by up-regulating the expression of Sox 9, Col-2a1, aggrecan and down-regulating the expression of matrix metalloproteinase, as well as relieved pain in OA. CONCLUSION The double effects on cartilage protection and pain relief indicated a great potential of intra-articular injection of miR-29a-3p inhibitor-transfected BMSCs for the treatment of OA.
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- Qing Wang
- Department of Orthopedics, Kunshan Affiliated Hospital of Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Kunshan, 215300, China.,Department of Orthopedics, Kunshan Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Kunshan, 215300, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Kunshan Affiliated Hospital of Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Kunshan, 215300, China.,Department of Orthopedics, Kunshan Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Kunshan, 215300, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Suzhou TCM Hospital Affiliated to Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Suzhou, 215000, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Kunshan Affiliated Hospital of Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Kunshan, 215300, China.,Department of Orthopedics, Kunshan Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Kunshan, 215300, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Suzhou TCM Hospital Affiliated to Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Suzhou, 215000, China.
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Jeyaraman N, Prajwal GS, Jeyaraman M, Muthu S, Khanna M. Chondrogenic Potential of Dental-Derived Mesenchymal Stromal Cells. OSTEOLOGY 2021; 1:149-174. [DOI: 10.3390/osteology1030016] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/16/2023]
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The field of tissue engineering has revolutionized the world in organ and tissue regeneration. With the robust research among regenerative medicine experts and researchers, the plausibility of regenerating cartilage has come into the limelight. For cartilage tissue engineering, orthopedic surgeons and orthobiologists use the mesenchymal stromal cells (MSCs) of various origins along with the cytokines, growth factors, and scaffolds. The least utilized MSCs are of dental origin, which are the richest sources of stromal and progenitor cells. There is a paradigm shift towards the utilization of dental source MSCs in chondrogenesis and cartilage regeneration. Dental-derived MSCs possess similar phenotypes and genotypes like other sources of MSCs along with specific markers such as dentin matrix acidic phosphoprotein (DMP) -1, dentin sialophosphoprotein (DSPP), alkaline phosphatase (ALP), osteopontin (OPN), bone sialoprotein (BSP), and STRO-1. Concerning chondrogenicity, there is literature with marginal use of dental-derived MSCs. Various studies provide evidence for in-vitro and in-vivo chondrogenesis by dental-derived MSCs. With such evidence, clinical trials must be taken up to support or refute the evidence for regenerating cartilage tissues by dental-derived MSCs. This article highlights the significance of dental-derived MSCs for cartilage tissue regeneration.
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Zeng WN, Zhang Y, Wang D, Zeng YP, Yang H, Li J, Zhou CP, Liu JL, Yang QJ, Deng ZL, Zhou ZK. Intra-articular Injection of Kartogenin-Enhanced Bone Marrow-Derived Mesenchymal Stem Cells in the Treatment of Knee Osteoarthritis in a Rat Model. Am J Sports Med 2021; 49:2795-2809. [PMID: 34213976 DOI: 10.1177/03635465211023183] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/05/2023]
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BACKGROUND In this study, we investigated the in vitro and in vivo chondrogenic capacity of kartogenin (KGN)-enhanced bone marrow-derived mesenchymal stem cells (BMSCs) for cartilage regeneration. PURPOSE To determine (1) whether functionalized nanographene oxide (NGO) can effectively deliver KGN into BMSCs and (2) whether KGN would enhance BMSCs during chondrogenesis in vitro and in vivo in an animal model. STUDY DESIGN Controlled laboratory study. METHODS Functionalized NGO with line chain amine-terminated polyethylene glycol (PEG) and branched polyethylenimine (BPEI) were used to synthesize biocompatible NGO-PEG-BPEI (PPG) and for loading hydrophobic KGN molecules noncovalently via π-π stacking and hydrophobic interactions (PPG-KGN). Then, PPG-KGN was used for the intracellular delivery of hydrophobic KGN by simple mixing and co-incubation with BMSCs to acquire KGN-enhanced BMSCs. The chondrogenic efficacy of KGN-enhanced BMSCs was evaluated in vitro. In vivo, osteoarthritis (OA) was induced by anterior cruciate ligament transection in rats. A total of 5 groups were established: normal (OA treated with nothing), phosphate-buffered saline (PBS; intra-articular injection of PBS), PPG-KGN (intra-articular injection of PPG-KGN), BMSCs (intra-articular injection of BMSCs), and BMSCs + PPG-KGN (intra-articular injection of PPG-KGN-preconditioned BMSCs). At 6 and 9 weeks after the surgical induction of OA, the rats received intra-articular injections of PPG-KGN, BMSCs, or KGN-enhanced BMSCs. At 14 weeks after the surgical induction of OA, radiographic and behavioral evaluations as well as histological analysis of the knee joints were performed. RESULTS The in vitro study showed that PPG could be rapidly uptaken in the first 4 hours after incubation, reaching saturation at 12 hours and accumulating in the lysosome and cytoplasm of BMSCs. Thus, PPG-KGN could enhance the efficiency of the intracellular delivery of KGN, which showed a remarkably high chondrogenic differentiation capacity of BMSCs. When applied to an OA model of cartilage injuries in rats, PPG-KGN-preconditioned BMSCs contributed to protection from joint space narrowing, pathological mineralization, OA development, and OA-induced pain, as well as improved tissue regeneration, as evidenced by radiographic, weightbearing, and histological findings. CONCLUSION Our results demonstrate that KGN-enhanced BMSCs showed markedly improved capacities for chondrogenesis and articular cartilage repair. We believe that this work demonstrates that a multifunctional nanoparticle-based drug delivery system could be beneficial for stem cell therapy. Our results present an opportunity to reverse the symptoms and pathophysiology of OA. CLINICAL RELEVANCE The intracellular delivery of KGN to produce BMSCs with enhanced chondrogenic potential may offer a new approach for the treatment of OA.
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- Wei-Nan Zeng
- Orthopedic Research Institution, Department of Orthopedics, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China.,Department of Orthopedics, Chongqing General Hospital, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Chongqing, China.,Department of Orthopedics, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing, China
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- Department of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Sichuan Provincial People's Hospital, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Chengdu, China
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- Orthopedic Research Institution, Department of Orthopedics, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Chongqing General Hospital, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Chongqing, China
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- Center for Joint Surgery, Southwest Hospital, Army Medical University, Chongqing, China
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- Center for Joint Surgery, Southwest Hospital, Army Medical University, Chongqing, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Tangdu Hospital, Air Force Medical University, Xi'an, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Chongqing General Hospital, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Chongqing, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Chongqing General Hospital, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Chongqing, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing, China
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- Orthopedic Research Institution, Department of Orthopedics, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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Gonçalves AM, Moreira A, Weber A, Williams GR, Costa PF. Osteochondral Tissue Engineering: The Potential of Electrospinning and Additive Manufacturing. Pharmaceutics 2021; 13:983. [PMID: 34209671 PMCID: PMC8309012 DOI: 10.3390/pharmaceutics13070983] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/13/2021] [Revised: 06/22/2021] [Accepted: 06/25/2021] [Indexed: 12/14/2022] Open
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The socioeconomic impact of osteochondral (OC) damage has been increasing steadily over time in the global population, and the promise of tissue engineering in generating biomimetic tissues replicating the physiological OC environment and architecture has been falling short of its projected potential. The most recent advances in OC tissue engineering are summarised in this work, with a focus on electrospun and 3D printed biomaterials combined with stem cells and biochemical stimuli, to identify what is causing this pitfall between the bench and the patients' bedside. Even though significant progress has been achieved in electrospinning, 3D-(bio)printing, and induced pluripotent stem cell (iPSC) technologies, it is still challenging to artificially emulate the OC interface and achieve complete regeneration of bone and cartilage tissues. Their intricate architecture and the need for tight spatiotemporal control of cellular and biochemical cues hinder the attainment of long-term functional integration of tissue-engineered constructs. Moreover, this complexity and the high variability in experimental conditions used in different studies undermine the scalability and reproducibility of prospective regenerative medicine solutions. It is clear that further development of standardised, integrative, and economically viable methods regarding scaffold production, cell selection, and additional biochemical and biomechanical stimulation is likely to be the key to accelerate the clinical translation and fill the gap in OC treatment.
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- BIOFABICS, Rua Alfredo Allen 455, 4200-135 Porto, Portugal; (A.M.G.); (A.M.)
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- Fraunhofer Institute for Interfacial Engineering and Biotechnology IGB, Nobelstrasse 12, 70569 Stuttgart, Germany;
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- UCL School of Pharmacy, University College London, 29-39 Brunswick Square, London WC1N 1AX, UK;
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- BIOFABICS, Rua Alfredo Allen 455, 4200-135 Porto, Portugal; (A.M.G.); (A.M.)
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Yu ML, Wei RD, Zhang T, Wang JM, Cheng Y, Qin FF, Fu SP, Lu ZG, Lu SF. Electroacupuncture Relieves Pain and Attenuates Inflammation Progression Through Inducing IL-10 Production in CFA-Induced Mice. Inflammation 2021; 43:1233-1245. [PMID: 32198725 DOI: 10.1007/s10753-020-01203-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 29] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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The therapeutic effect of electroacupuncture (EA) on inflammatory pain has been well recognized clinically, but the mechanism is unclear. Interleukin-10 (IL-10), which is produced by regulatory T (Treg) cell, is a key anti-inflammatory cytokine for relieving inflammatory pain. Therefore, the aim of this study is to investigate whether EA could inhibit CFA-induced pain and attenuate inflammation progression by regulating the activation of immunocyte and inducing the expression of IL-10. In this study, mice were treated with EA (2/100 Hz, 2 mA) for five consecutive days after 1 day of CFA injection. The behavioral tests were measured and analyzed after the daily EA treatment; then, hind paw, spinal cord, and spleen tissues were prepared for assessment. The results showed that EA treatment significantly increased the mechanical threshold and thermal latency after CFA injection and boosted the expression of IL-10 in paw and spinal cord tissues. EA treatment promoted Treg cells; suppressed macrophage and neutrophils cells; reduced the expression of IL-1β, NLRP3, and TNF-α; and ultimately relieved inflammatory pain. The findings suggested that the analgesic and anti-inflammatory effect of EA treatment could be partially associated with suppression of pro-inflammatory cytokines mediated by induction of IL-10.
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- Mei-Ling Yu
- Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, First Clinical Medical College, Nanjing, China.,Key Laboratory of Acupuncture and Medicine Research of Ministry of Education, Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Nanjing, China
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- School of Medicine and Holistic Integrative Medicine, Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Nanjing, China
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- Key Laboratory of Acupuncture and Medicine Research of Ministry of Education, Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Nanjing, China
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- Acupuncture and Tuina School, Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu, Sichuan, China
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- Key Laboratory of Acupuncture and Medicine Research of Ministry of Education, Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Nanjing, China
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- Key Laboratory of Acupuncture and Medicine Research of Ministry of Education, Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Nanjing, China
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- Key Laboratory of Acupuncture and Medicine Research of Ministry of Education, Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Nanjing, China
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- Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, First Clinical Medical College, Nanjing, China. .,Key Laboratory of Acupuncture and Medicine Research of Ministry of Education, Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Nanjing, China.
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- Key Laboratory of Acupuncture and Medicine Research of Ministry of Education, Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Nanjing, China.
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Xu Y, Li H, He X, Huang Y, Wang S, Wang L, Fu C, Ye H, Li X, Asakawa T. Identification of the Key Role of NF-κB Signaling Pathway in the Treatment of Osteoarthritis With Bushen Zhuangjin Decoction, a Verification Based on Network Pharmacology Approach. Front Pharmacol 2021; 12:637273. [PMID: 33912052 PMCID: PMC8072665 DOI: 10.3389/fphar.2021.637273] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/03/2020] [Accepted: 02/11/2021] [Indexed: 01/13/2023] Open
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This study aimed to identify whether the NF-κB signaling pathway plays a key role in the treatment of osteoarthritis (OA) with Bushen Zhuangjin Decoction (BZD) based on a typical network pharmacology approach (NPA). Four sequential experiments were performed: 1) conventional high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC), 2) preliminary observation of the therapeutic effects of BZD, 3) NPA using three OA-related gene expression profiles, and 4) verification of the key pathway identified by NPA. Only one HPLC-verified compound (paeoniflorin) was identified from the candidate compounds discovered by NPA. The genes verified in the preliminary observation were also identified by NPA. NPA identified a key role for the NF-κB signaling pathway in the treatment of OA with BZD, which was confirmed by conventional western blot analysis. This study identified and verified NF-κB signaling pathway as the most important inflammatory signaling pathway involved in the mechanisms of BZD for treating OA by comparing the NPA results with conventional methods. Our findings also indicate that NPA is a powerful tool for exploring the molecular targets of complex herbal formulations, such as BZD.
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- Yunteng Xu
- College of Integrative Medicine, Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fuzhou, China.,Academy of Integrative Medicine, Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fuzhou, China
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- Fujian Key Laboratory of Integrative Medicine on Geriatrics, Fuzhou, China.,College of Pharmacy Science, Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fuzhou, China
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- Fujian Key Laboratory of Integrative Medicine on Geriatrics, Fuzhou, China.,College of Pharmacy Science, Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fuzhou, China
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- Academy of Integrative Medicine, Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fuzhou, China.,Fujian Key Laboratory of Integrative Medicine on Geriatrics, Fuzhou, China
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- Fujian Key Laboratory of Integrative Medicine on Geriatrics, Fuzhou, China.,College of Pharmacy Science, Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fuzhou, China
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- Academy of Integrative Medicine, Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fuzhou, China.,Fujian Key Laboratory of Integrative Medicine on Geriatrics, Fuzhou, China
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- Academy of Integrative Medicine, Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fuzhou, China.,Fujian Key Laboratory of Integrative Medicine on Geriatrics, Fuzhou, China
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- Academy of Integrative Medicine, Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fuzhou, China.,Fujian Key Laboratory of Integrative Medicine on Geriatrics, Fuzhou, China
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- College of Integrative Medicine, Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fuzhou, China
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- Research Base of Traditional Chinese Medicine Syndrome, Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fuzhou, China.,Department of Neurosurgery, Hamamatsu University School of Medicine, Hamamatsu-city, Japan.,Department of Neurology, The Eighth Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, China
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Sahu N, Agarwal P, Grand F, Bruschi M, Goodman S, Ammanatullah D, Bhutani N. Encapsulated Mesenchymal Stromal Cell Microbeads Promote Endogenous Regeneration of Osteoarthritic Cartilage Ex Vivo. Adv Healthc Mater 2021; 10:e2002118. [PMID: 33434393 PMCID: PMC10591520 DOI: 10.1002/adhm.202002118] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/01/2020] [Indexed: 01/01/2023]
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The anti-inflammatory secretome of mesenchymal stromal cells (MSCs) is lucrative for the treatment of osteoarthritis (OA), a disease characterized by low-grade inflammation. However, the precise effects of the MSC secretome on patient-derived OA tissue is lacking. To investigate these effects, alginate encapsulated MSCs are co-cultured with patient-derived OA cartilage explants for 8 days. Proteoglycan distribution in OA cartilage explants examined by Safranin O staining is markedly improved when cultured with MSC microbeads as compared to control OA explants cultured alone. Total sulfated glycosaminoglycan (sGAG) content in OA explants is significantly increased upon co-culture with MSC microbeads on day 8. The sGAG released into the culture media is unchanged by the presence of MSC microbeads, suggesting de novo sGAG synthesis in OA explants. Co-culture with MSC microbeads increased the DNA content and Ki67+ cells in OA explants, indicating proliferation. An increase in secreted cytokines IL-10, HGF, and sFAS assessed by multiplex cytokine assay, increased TIMP1 levels, and reduction in percent apoptotic cells in OA explants is noted. Together, data demonstrates that paracrine factors secreted by alginate encapsulated MSCs microbeads in response to OA cartilage, create an anabolic, proliferative, and anti-apoptotic microenvironment inducing endogenous regeneration in clinically relevant, patient-derived OA cartilage.
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- Neety Sahu
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Stanford University School of Medicine, Stanford, CA-94305, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Stanford University School of Medicine, Stanford, CA-94305, USA
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- Neurological Disease Institute, Gladstone Institutes, University of California, San Francisco, CA-94107
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Stanford University School of Medicine, Stanford, CA-94305, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Stanford University School of Medicine, Stanford, CA-94305, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Stanford University School of Medicine, Stanford, CA-94305, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Stanford University School of Medicine, Stanford, CA-94305, USA
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Sun AR, Udduttula A, Li J, Liu Y, Ren PG, Zhang P. Cartilage tissue engineering for obesity-induced osteoarthritis: Physiology, challenges, and future prospects. J Orthop Translat 2021; 26:3-15. [PMID: 33437618 PMCID: PMC7773977 DOI: 10.1016/j.jot.2020.07.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 25] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/10/2020] [Revised: 06/25/2020] [Accepted: 07/21/2020] [Indexed: 12/14/2022] Open
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Osteoarthritis (OA) is a multifactorial joint disease with pathological changes that affect whole joint tissue. Obesity is acknowledged as the most influential risk factor for both the initiation and progression of OA in weight-bearing and non-weight-bearing joints. Obesity-induced OA is a newly defined phenotypic group in which chronic low-grade inflammation has a central role. Aside from persistent chronic inflammation, abnormal mechanical loading due to increased body weight on weight-bearing joints is accountable for the initiation and progression of obesity-induced OA. The current therapeutic approaches for OA are still evolving. Tissue-engineering-based strategy for cartilage regeneration is one of the most promising treatment breakthroughs in recent years. However, patients with obesity-induced OA are often excluded from cartilage repair attempts due to the abnormal mechanical demands, altered biomechanical and biochemical activities of cells, persistent chronic inflammation, and other obesity-associated factors. With the alarming increase in the number of obese populations globally, the need for an innovative therapeutic approach that could effectively repair and restore the damaged synovial joints is of significant importance for this sub-population of patients. In this review, we discuss the involvement of the systemic and localized inflammatory response in obesity-induced OA and the impact of altered mechanical loading on pathological changes in the synovial joint. Moreover, we examine the current strategies in cartilage tissue engineering and address the critical challenges of cell-based therapies for OA. Besides, we provide examples of innovative ways and potential strategies to overcome the obstacles in the treatment of obesity-induced OA. THE TRANSLATIONAL POTENTIAL OF THIS ARTICLE Altogether, this review delivers insight into obesity-induced OA and offers future research direction on the creation of tissue engineering-based therapies for obesity-induced OA.
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- Antonia RuJia Sun
- Center for Translational Medicine Research and Development, Shenzhen Institutes of Advanced Technology, Chinese Academy of Science, Shenzhen, Guangdong, 518055, China
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- Center for Energy Metabolism and Reproduction, Shenzhen Institutes of Advanced Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Shenzhen, Guangdong, 518055, China
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- Center for Translational Medicine Research and Development, Shenzhen Institutes of Advanced Technology, Chinese Academy of Science, Shenzhen, Guangdong, 518055, China
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- Center for Translational Medicine Research and Development, Shenzhen Institutes of Advanced Technology, Chinese Academy of Science, Shenzhen, Guangdong, 518055, China
- Guangdong Key Laboratory for Research and Development of Natural Drugs, Department of Pharmacology, Guangdong Medical University, Zhanjiang, Guangdong, 524023, China
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- Center for Energy Metabolism and Reproduction, Shenzhen Institutes of Advanced Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Shenzhen, Guangdong, 518055, China
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- Center for Translational Medicine Research and Development, Shenzhen Institutes of Advanced Technology, Chinese Academy of Science, Shenzhen, Guangdong, 518055, China
- Shenzhen Engineering Research Center for Medical Bioactive Materials, Shenzhen, Guangdong, 518055, China
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Gou H, Zhang R, Cai C, Pang J, Xu X, Li G. Therapeutic effect of Huzhangoside D in rats with knee osteoarthritis induced by anterior cruciate ligament transection. Pharmacogn Mag 2021. [DOI: 10.4103/pm.pm_298_20] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/04/2022] Open
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DUSP5 suppresses interleukin-1β-induced chondrocyte inflammation and ameliorates osteoarthritis in rats. Aging (Albany NY) 2020; 12:26029-26046. [PMID: 33361528 PMCID: PMC7803505 DOI: 10.18632/aging.202252] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/13/2019] [Accepted: 10/20/2020] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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Osteoarthritis (OA) is a chronic degenerative joint disease characterized by deterioration of articular cartilage. Dual specificity phosphatase 5 (DUSP5), a member of the DUSP subfamily, is known to regulate cellular inflammation. Here, we studied the relationship between DUSP5 and OA by knockdown and overexpression DUSP5, respectively. Results from in vitro experiments demonstrated that the knockdown of DUSP5 increased interleukin-1β (IL-1β)-induced expression of inflammatory genes, such as inducible nitric oxide synthase (iNOS), cyclooxygenase 2 (COX2), and matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs) in chondrocytes, whereas it decreased the expression of anti-inflammatory genes, such as tissue inhibitor of metalloproteinase 3 (TIMP3) and IL-10. Conversely, the overexpression of DUSP5 suppressed the IL-1β-induced expression of iNOS, COX-2, and MMPs, and upregulated the expression of TIMP3 and IL-10. Moreover, knockdown of DUSP5 enhanced the IL-1β-induced activation of NF-κB and ERK pathways, whereas its overexpression inhibited these pathways. DUSP5 overexpression prevented cartilage degeneration in a rat OA model, while its knockdown reversed that effect. Our findings reveal that DUSP5 suppresses IL-1β-induced chondrocyte inflammation by inhibiting the NF-κB and ERK signaling pathways and ameliorates OA.
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Herbal Composition LI73014F2 Alleviates Articular Cartilage Damage and Inflammatory Response in Monosodium Iodoacetate-Induced Osteoarthritis in Rats. Molecules 2020; 25:molecules25225467. [PMID: 33238379 PMCID: PMC7700416 DOI: 10.3390/molecules25225467] [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: 10/16/2020] [Revised: 11/18/2020] [Accepted: 11/20/2020] [Indexed: 02/05/2023] Open
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The aim of this study was to determine the anti-osteoarthritic effects of LI73014F2, which consists of Terminalia chebula fruit, Curcuma longa rhizome, and Boswellia serrata gum resin in a 2:1:2 ratio, in the monosodium iodoacetate (MIA)-induced osteoarthritis (OA) rat model. LI73014F2 was orally administered once per day for three weeks. Weight-bearing distribution and arthritis index (AI) were measured once per week to confirm the OA symptoms. Synovial membrane, proteoglycan layer, and cartilage damage were investigated by histological examination, while synovial fluid interleukin-1β level was analyzed using a commercial kit. Levels of pro-inflammatory mediators/cytokines and matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs) in the cartilage tissues were investigated to confirm the anti-osteoarthritic effects of LI73014F2. LI73014F2 significantly inhibited the MIA-induced increase in OA symptoms, synovial fluid cytokine, cartilage damage, and expression levels of pro-inflammatory mediators/cytokines and MMPs in the articular cartilage. These results suggest that LI73014F2 exerts anti-osteoarthritic effects by regulating inflammatory cytokines and MMPs in MIA-induced OA rats.
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Xiao S, Chen L. The emerging landscape of nanotheranostic-based diagnosis and therapy for osteoarthritis. J Control Release 2020; 328:817-833. [PMID: 33176171 DOI: 10.1016/j.jconrel.2020.11.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/09/2020] [Revised: 11/02/2020] [Accepted: 11/04/2020] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
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Osteoarthritis (OA) is a common degenerative disease involving numerous joint tissues and cells, with a growing rate in prevalence that ultimately results in a negative social impact. Early diagnosis, OA progression monitoring and effective treatment are of significant importance in halting OA process. However, traditional imaging techniques lack sensitivity and specificity, which lead to a delay in timely clinical intervention. Additionally, current treatments only slow the progression of OA but have not meet the largely medical need for disease-modifying therapy. In order to overcome the above-mentioned problems and improve clinical efficacy, nanotheranostics has been proposed on OA remedy, which has confirmed success in animal models. In this review, different imaging targets-based nanoprobe for early and timely OA diagnosis is first discussed. Second, therapeutic strategies delivered by nanosystem are summarized as much as possible. Their advantages and the potential for clinical translation are detailed discussed. Third, nanomedicine simultaneously combined with the imaging for OA treatment is introduced. Nanotheranostics dynamically tracked the OA treatment outcomes to timely and individually adjust therapy. Finally, future prospects and challenges of nanotechnology-based OA diagnosis, imaging and treatment are concluded and predicted. It is believed that nanoprobe and nanomedicine will become prospective in OA therapeutic revolution.
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- Shuyi Xiao
- Department of Orthopedics, The Second Affiliated Hospital and Yuying Children's Hospital of Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou 325000, PR China; Department of Pharmacy, The Second Affiliated Hospital and Yuying Children's Hospital of Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou 325000, PR China
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- Department of Orthopedics, The Second Affiliated Hospital and Yuying Children's Hospital of Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou 325000, PR China.
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Asgari N, Bagheri F, Eslaminejad MB, Ghanian MH, Sayahpour FA, Ghafari AM. Dual functional construct containing kartogenin releasing microtissues and curcumin for cartilage regeneration. Stem Cell Res Ther 2020; 11:289. [PMID: 32678019 PMCID: PMC7367357 DOI: 10.1186/s13287-020-01797-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/21/2020] [Revised: 06/15/2020] [Accepted: 06/30/2020] [Indexed: 12/18/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Regeneration of articular cartilage poses a tremendous challenge due to its limited self-repair capability and inflammation at the damaged site. To generate the desired structures that mimic the structure of native tissue, microtissues with repeated functional units such as cell aggregates have been developed. Multicellular aggregates of mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) can be used as microscale building blocks of cartilage due to their potential for cell-cell contact, cell proliferation, and differentiation. METHODS Chondrogenic microtissues were developed through incorporation of kartogenin-releasing poly (lactic-co-glycolic acid) (PLGA) microparticles (KGN-MP) within the MSC aggregates. The chondrogenic potential of KGN-MP treated MSC aggregates was proven in vitro by studying the chondrogenic markers at the RNA level and histological analysis. In order to address the inflammatory responses at the defect site, the microtissues were delivered in vivo via an injectable, anti-inflammatory hydrogel that contained gelatin methacryloyl (GelMA) loaded with curcumin (Cur). RESULTS The KGN-MPs were fabricated to support MSCs during cartilage differentiation. According to real-time RT-PCR analysis, the presence of KGN in the aggregates led to the expression of cartilage markers by the MSCs. Both toluidine blue (TB) and safranin O (SO) staining demonstrated homogeneous glycosaminoglycan production throughout the KGN-MP incorporated MSC aggregates. The curcumin treatment efficiently reduced the expressions of hypertrophy markers by MSCs in vitro. The in vivo results showed that implantation of chondrogenic microtissues (KGN-MP incorporated MSC aggregates) using the curcumin loaded GelMA hydrogel resulted in cartilage tissue regeneration that had characteristic features close to the natural hyaline cartilage according to observational and histological results. CONCLUSIONS The use of this novel construct that contained chondrogenic cell blocks and curcumin is highly desired for cartilage regeneration.
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- Negin Asgari
- Department of Biomedical Engineering, Faculty of Chemical Engineering, Tarbiat Modares University, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Biotechnology, Faculty of Chemical Engineering, Tarbiat Modares University, Jalal Ale Ahmad Street, P.O.Box: 14115-111, Tehran, Iran.
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- Department of Stem Cells and Developmental Biology, Cell Science Research Center, Royan Institute for Stem Cell Biology and Technology, ACECR, Banihashem Sq., Banihashem St., Resalat Highway, P.O. Box 16635-148, Tehran, Iran.
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- Department of Cell Engineering, Cell Science Research Center, Royan Institute for Stem Cell Biology and Technology, ACECR, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Stem Cells and Developmental Biology, Cell Science Research Center, Royan Institute for Stem Cell Biology and Technology, ACECR, Banihashem Sq., Banihashem St., Resalat Highway, P.O. Box 16635-148, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Cell Engineering, Cell Science Research Center, Royan Institute for Stem Cell Biology and Technology, ACECR, Tehran, Iran
- Center for Functional Materials, Faculty of Science and Engineering, Åbo Akademi University, Turku, Finland
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Li X, Zhang Z, Liang W, Zeng J, Shao X, Xu L, Jia L, He X, Li H, Zheng C, Ye H, Asakawa T. Tougu Xiaotong capsules may inhibit p38 MAPK pathway-mediated inflammation: In vivo and in vitro verification. JOURNAL OF ETHNOPHARMACOLOGY 2020; 249:112390. [PMID: 31760158 DOI: 10.1016/j.jep.2019.112390] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/01/2019] [Revised: 11/07/2019] [Accepted: 11/11/2019] [Indexed: 06/10/2023]
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ETHNOPHARMACOLOGICAL RELEVANCE Tougu Xiaotong capsules (TXC) are an herbal compound commonly used to treat osteoarthritis (OA) in China. AIM OF THE STUDY We attempted to verify TXC's therapeutic effects and mechanisms related to the p38 mitogen-activated protein kinase (MAPK) pathway in vivo and in vitro. MATERIALS AND METHODS TXC's therapeutic effects were assessed by observing cartilage degeneration and inflammatory factors in a modified Hulth's model (in vivo) and a lipopolysaccharides (LPS)-exposed cellular model (in vitro). The expression of biomarkers related to p38 MAPK pathway-mediated inflammation was also investigated. RESULTS TXC treatment reversed cartilage degeneration related biomarkers (ADAMTS 4, ADAMTS 5, Col I, Col V, MMP 3, MMP 9, and MMP 13) and inflammation factors (IL-1β, TNF-α, and IL-6) in both the animal and cellular OA models. Expression of p-p38 MAPK was downregulated following TXC administration, and changes to microRNAs in the cellular models were recovered. These results indicated that the p38 MAPK pathway-related mechanism may involve therapeutic effects of TXC. CONCLUSIONS This study verified TXC's efficacy to treat OA in vivo and in vitro and suggests that p38 MAPK pathway-related mechanisms may be involved in TXC's therapeutic effects.
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- Xihai Li
- Academy of Integrative Medicine, Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fuzhou, 350122, PR China; Fujian Key Laboratory of Integrative Medicine on Geriatrics, Fuzhou, 350122, PR China.
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- SIPO Patent Examination (Beijing) Center, Beijing, 100160, PR China.
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- Research Base of Traditional Chinese Medicine Syndrome, Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fuzhou, 350122, China.
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- Academy of Integrative Medicine, Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fuzhou, 350122, PR China.
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- Academy of Integrative Medicine, Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fuzhou, 350122, PR China.
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- Academy of Integrative Medicine, Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fuzhou, 350122, PR China.
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- Academy of Integrative Medicine, Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fuzhou, 350122, PR China.
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- Academy of Integrative Medicine, Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fuzhou, 350122, PR China.
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- Academy of Integrative Medicine, Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fuzhou, 350122, PR China.
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- Academy of Integrative Medicine, Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fuzhou, 350122, PR China.
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- Academy of Integrative Medicine, Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fuzhou, 350122, PR China; Fujian Key Laboratory of Integrative Medicine on Geriatrics, Fuzhou, 350122, PR China.
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- Research Base of Traditional Chinese Medicine Syndrome, Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fuzhou, 350122, China; Department of Neurosurgery, Hamamatsu University School of Medicine, Handayama, 1-20-1, Higashi-ku, Hamamatsu-city, Shizuoka, 431-3192, Japan.
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Zhao Y, Zhao X, Zhang R, Huang Y, Li Y, Shan M, Zhong X, Xing Y, Wang M, Zhang Y, Zhao Y. Cartilage Extracellular Matrix Scaffold With Kartogenin-Encapsulated PLGA Microspheres for Cartilage Regeneration. Front Bioeng Biotechnol 2020; 8:600103. [PMID: 33363129 PMCID: PMC7756004 DOI: 10.3389/fbioe.2020.600103] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/28/2020] [Accepted: 10/30/2020] [Indexed: 12/13/2022] Open
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Repair of articular cartilage defects is a challenging aspect of clinical treatment. Kartogenin (KGN), a small molecular compound, can induce the differentiation of bone marrow-derived mesenchymal stem cells (BMSCs) into chondrocytes. Here, we constructed a scaffold based on chondrocyte extracellular matrix (CECM) and poly(lactic-co-glycolic acid) (PLGA) microspheres (MP), which can slowly release KGN, thus enhancing its efficiency. Cell adhesion, live/dead staining, and CCK-8 results indicated that the PLGA(KGN)/CECM scaffold exhibited good biocompatibility. Histological staining and quantitative analysis demonstrated the ability of the PLGA(KGN)/CECM composite scaffold to promote the differentiation of BMSCs. Macroscopic observations, histological tests, and specific marker analysis showed that the regenerated tissues possessed characteristics similar to those of normal hyaline cartilage in a rabbit model. Use of the PLGA(KGN)/CECM scaffold may mimic the regenerative microenvironment, thereby promoting chondrogenic differentiation of BMSCs in vitro and in vivo. Therefore, this innovative composite scaffold may represent a promising approach for acellular cartilage tissue engineering.
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- Yanhong Zhao
- Stomatological Hospital of Tianjin Medical University, Tianjin, China
- Tianjin Medical University, Tianjin, China
- *Correspondence: Yanhong Zhao,
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- Stomatological Hospital of Tianjin Medical University, Tianjin, China
- Tianjin Medical University, Tianjin, China
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- Stomatological Hospital of Tianjin Medical University, Tianjin, China
- Tianjin Medical University, Tianjin, China
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- Stomatological Hospital of Tianjin Medical University, Tianjin, China
- Tianjin Medical University, Tianjin, China
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- Stomatological Hospital of Tianjin Medical University, Tianjin, China
- Tianjin Medical University, Tianjin, China
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- Stomatological Hospital of Tianjin Medical University, Tianjin, China
- Tianjin Medical University, Tianjin, China
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- Stomatological Hospital of Tianjin Medical University, Tianjin, China
- Tianjin Medical University, Tianjin, China
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- Stomatological Hospital of Tianjin Medical University, Tianjin, China
- Tianjin Medical University, Tianjin, China
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- Stomatological Hospital of Tianjin Medical University, Tianjin, China
- Tianjin Medical University, Tianjin, China
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- Institute of Disaster Medicine, Tianjin University, Tianjin, China
- Yanmei Zhao,
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Wang Y, Xiang C, Sun X, Wu S, Lv J, Li P, Wei X, Wei L. DAla2GIP antagonizes H 2O 2-induced chondrocyte apoptosis and inflammatory factor secretion. Bone 2019; 127:656-663. [PMID: 31283994 DOI: 10.1016/j.bone.2019.05.026] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/06/2018] [Revised: 05/16/2019] [Accepted: 05/19/2019] [Indexed: 12/19/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To investigate the protective effects of DAla2GIP against the apoptosis and inflammatory factor secretion in H2O2-induced chondrocyte, and explore the possible mechanisms of DAla2GIP underlying its protection. METHODS The chondrocytes were divided into the following four groups: Control, 300 μM H2O2, 100 pM DAla2GIP and 300 μM H2O2 + 100 pM DAla2GIP. The apoptosis of chondrocyte was measured by using mitochondrial membrane potential assay kit (JC-1) and TUNEL assay, the inflammatory factor secretion were assessed by ELISA assay, and the cellular and molecular mechanisms of DAla2GIP protection were investigated by using Real time-PCR, flow cytometry, Non- invasive calcium detection and western blotting techniques. RESULTS (1) DAPla2GIP prevents apoptosis of chondrocyte induced by H2O2. (2) DAla2GIP alleviated the inflammation of chondrocyte induced by H2O2. (3) DAla2GIP prevents chondrocyte apoptosis by inhibiting calcium influx of chondrocyte and regulating expression of Bcl-2 and Caspase-3induced by H2O2. (4) DAla2GIP inhibited the H2O2 mediated inflammation by up- regulating the expressions of Sox9 and Col2a1 and inhibiting PI3K/Akt/NF-κB pathway. CONCLUSION Our experimental results revealed that DAla2GIP prevents chondrocyte apoptosis by inhibiting calcium influx of chondrocyte and induced regulating expression of Bcl-2 and Casp ase-3by H2O2. Further, molecular biology experiments confirmed that DAla2GIP inhibited the H2O2 mediated inflammation vis up-regulating the expressions of Sox9 and Col2a1 and inhibiting PI3K/Akt/NF-κB pathway. The results demonstrate that DAla2GIP has protective properties in H2O2-induced chondrocyte injury, this finding shows that novel GIP analogues have the potential as a novel therapeutic for osteoarthritis patients.
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- Yuze Wang
- Department of Orthopaedics, The Second Hospital of Shanxi Medical University, Taiyuan City, Shanxi Province, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, The Second Hospital of Shanxi Medical University, Taiyuan City, Shanxi Province, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, The Second Hospital of Shanxi Medical University, Taiyuan City, Shanxi Province, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, The Second Hospital of Shanxi Medical University, Taiyuan City, Shanxi Province, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, The Second Hospital of Shanxi Medical University, Taiyuan City, Shanxi Province, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, The Second Hospital of Shanxi Medical University, Taiyuan City, Shanxi Province, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, The Second Hospital of Shanxi Medical University, Taiyuan City, Shanxi Province, China.
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- Department of Orthopaedics, The Second Hospital of Shanxi Medical University, Taiyuan City, Shanxi Province, China; Department of Orthopaedics, The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University/Rhode Island Hospital (RIH), Providence, RI, USA.
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Wang C, Liu Q, Ma X, Dai G. Levels of matrix metalloproteinase-2 in committed differentiation of bone marrow mesenchymal stem cells induced by kartogenin. J Int Med Res 2019; 47:3261-3270. [PMID: 31218937 PMCID: PMC6683945 DOI: 10.1177/0300060519853399] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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Objective To measure the inductive effect of kartogenin on matrix metalloproteinase-2 levels during the differentiation of human bone marrow mesenchymal stem cells (hMSCs) into chondrocytes in vitro. Methods In vitro cultured bone marrow hMSCs were grown to the logarithmic phase and then divided into three groups: control group (0 µM kartogenin), 1 µM kartogenin group and 10 µM kartogenin group. After 72 h of culture, cell proliferation and differentiation were observed microscopically. Matrix metalloproteinase-2 (MMP-2) in the cell supernatant and type II collagen levels in the cells were detected by enzyme linked immunosorbent assay and immunofluorescence staining, respectively. Results Kartogenin induced the proliferation and differentiation of hMSCs. With the increase of kartogenin concentration, the level of type II collagen was increased, while the level of MMP-2 decreased. Conclusion These findings indicate that kartogenin can induce hMSCs to differentiate into chondrocytes, and with the increase of kartogenin concentration, degeneration of the cartilage extracellular matrix may be inhibited.
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- Cheng Wang
- Department of Orthopaedics, Qilu Hospital of Shandong University, Jinan, Shandong Province, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Qilu Hospital of Shandong University, Jinan, Shandong Province, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Qilu Hospital of Shandong University, Jinan, Shandong Province, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Qilu Hospital of Shandong University, Jinan, Shandong Province, China
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[Expression of KCNA2 in the dorsal root ganglia of rats with osteoarthritis pain induced by monoiodoacetate]. NAN FANG YI KE DA XUE XUE BAO = JOURNAL OF SOUTHERN MEDICAL UNIVERSITY 2019; 39:579-585. [PMID: 31140423 PMCID: PMC6743928 DOI: 10.12122/j.issn.1673-4254.2019.05.13] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/20/2023]
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OBJECTIVE To investigate the changes in the expression of voltage-gated potassium channel subunit KCNA2 in the dorsal root ganglion (DRG) neurons of rats with osteoarthritis (OA) pain induced by sodium monoiodoacetate and explore the mechanism. METHODS A total of 156 adult male Sprague-Dawley rats were randomly divided into blank control group, saline group and intra-articular monoiodoacetate injection-induced OA group. The paw withdrawal mechanical threshold (PWMT) was measured before and at 1, 2, 4, and 6 weeks after monoiodoacetate injection. At 4 weeks after the injection, the pathological changes in the knee joints were analyzed using HE staining and Safranin O-Fast Green staining, and the expression of activating transcription factor 3 (ATF-3) and inducible nitric oxide synthase (iNOS) in the DRG neurons were detected by immunofluorescence staining. The expression of Kcna2 mRNA in the DRG neurons was detected by RT-qPCR at 1, 2, 4 and 6 weeks after the injection. The expression of KCNA2 in the DRG was measured by Western blotting, and the methylation level of Kcna2 promoter region was measured by MSPCR at 4 weeks after the injection. RESULTS The PWMT of the rats in OA group was significantly decreased at 2, 4, and 6 weeks after the injection as compared with the baseline (P < 0.05 or P < 0.001) as well as the control group (P < 0.05 or P < 0.001). Four weeks after the intra-articular injection, fractures and defects on the surface of the articular cartilage, bone hyperplasia, and blurred tidal line were observed in the rats in OA group, but no obvious pathological changes were detected in the control or saline groups. Compared with those in the control group, the expressions of ATF-3 and iNOS were significantly increased (P < 0.01) at 4 weeks after injection; the expression of Kcna2 mRNA at 2, 4 and 6 weeks and the expression of KCNA2 protein at 4 weeks were all significantly decreased (P < 0.05 or P < 0.01), and the methylation level of Kcna2 gene was significantly increased at 4 weeks after the injection in OA group (P < 0.01). CONCLUSIONS The expression of KCNA2 is decreased in the DRG neurons of rats with OA pain likely as a result of enhanced methylation of Kcna2 promoter region.
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