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Namhongsa M, Daranarong D, Sriyai M, Molloy R, Ross S, Ross GM, Tuantranont A, Tocharus J, Sivasinprasasn S, Topham PD, Tighe B, Punyodom W. Surface-Modified Polypyrrole-Coated PLCL and PLGA Nerve Guide Conduits Fabricated by 3D Printing and Electrospinning. Biomacromolecules 2022; 23:4532-4546. [PMID: 36169096 DOI: 10.1021/acs.biomac.2c00626] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
Abstract
The efficiency of nerve guide conduits (NGCs) in repairing peripheral nerve injury is not high enough yet to be a substitute for autografts and is still insufficient for clinical use. To improve this efficiency, 3D electrospun scaffolds (3D/E) of poly(l-lactide-co-ε-caprolactone) (PLCL) and poly(l-lactide-co-glycolide) (PLGA) were designed and fabricated by the combination of 3D printing and electrospinning techniques, resulting in an ideal porous architecture for NGCs. Polypyrrole (PPy) was deposited on PLCL and PLGA scaffolds to enhance biocompatibility for nerve recovery. The designed pore architecture of these "PLCL-3D/E" and "PLGA-3D/E" scaffolds exhibited a combination of nano- and microscale structures. The mean pore size of PLCL-3D/E and PLGA-3D/E scaffolds were 289 ± 79 and 287 ± 95 nm, respectively, which meets the required pore size for NGCs. Furthermore, the addition of PPy on the surfaces of both PLCL-3D/E (PLCL-3D/E/PPy) and PLGA-3D/E (PLGA-3D/E/PPy) led to an increase in their hydrophilicity, conductivity, and noncytotoxicity compared to noncoated PPy scaffolds. Both PLCL-3D/E/PPy and PLGA-3D/E/PPy showed conductivity maintained at 12.40 ± 0.12 and 10.50 ± 0.08 Scm-1 for up to 15 and 9 weeks, respectively, which are adequate for the electroconduction of neuron cells. Notably, the PLGA-3D/E/PPy scaffold showed superior cytocompatibility when compared with PLCL-3D/E/PPy, as evident via the viability assay, proliferation, and attachment of L929 and SC cells. Furthermore, analysis of cell health through membrane leakage and apoptotic indices showed that the 3D/E/PPy scaffolds displayed significant decreases in membrane leakage and reductions in necrotic tissue. Our finding suggests that these 3D/E/PPy scaffolds have a favorable design architecture and biocompatibility with potential for use in peripheral nerve regeneration applications.
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Affiliation(s)
- Manasanan Namhongsa
- Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, Chiang Mai University, Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand.,Graduate School, Chiang Mai University, Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand
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- Science and Technology Research Institute, Chiang Mai University, Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand
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- Bioplastics Production Laboratory for Medical Applications, Faculty of Science, Chiang Mai University, Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand.,Center of Excellence in Materials Science and Technology, Chiang Mai University, Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand
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- Center of Excellence in Materials Science and Technology, Chiang Mai University, Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand
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- Center of Excellence in Biomaterials, Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, Naresuan University, Phitsanulok 65000, Thailand
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- Center of Excellence in Biomaterials, Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, Naresuan University, Phitsanulok 65000, Thailand
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- National Security and Dual-Use Technology Center, National Science and Technology Development Agency, Khlong Luang 12120, Thailand
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- Department of Physiology, Faculty of Medicine, Chiang Mai University, Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand
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- Department of Anatomy, Faculty of Medicine, Chiang Mai University, Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand
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- Aston Institute of Materials Research, Aston University, Birmingham B4 7ET, United Kingdom
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- Aston Institute of Materials Research, Aston University, Birmingham B4 7ET, United Kingdom
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- Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, Chiang Mai University, Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand.,Center of Excellence in Materials Science and Technology, Chiang Mai University, Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand
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Saeheng C, Fuongfuchat A, Sriyai M, Daranarong D, Namhongsa M, Molloy R, Meepowpan P, Punyodom W. Microstructure, thermal and rheological properties of poly(L‐lactide‐
co
‐
ε
‐caprolactone) tapered block copolymer for potential use in biomedical applications. J Appl Polym Sci 2022. [DOI: 10.1002/app.53091] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/11/2022]
Affiliation(s)
- Chutima Saeheng
- Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science Chiang Mai University Chiang Mai Thailand
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- National Metal and Materials Technology Center National Science and Technology Development Agency (NSTDA) Pathum Thani Thailand
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- Bioplastic Production Laboratory for Medical Applications, Faculty of Science Chiang Mai University Chiang Mai Thailand
- Center of Excellence in Materials Science and Technology Chiang Mai University Chiang Mai Thailand
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- Bioplastic Production Laboratory for Medical Applications, Faculty of Science Chiang Mai University Chiang Mai Thailand
- Center of Excellence in Materials Science and Technology Chiang Mai University Chiang Mai Thailand
- Science and Technology Research Institute Chiang Mai University Chiang Mai Thailand
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- Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science Chiang Mai University Chiang Mai Thailand
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- Center of Excellence in Materials Science and Technology Chiang Mai University Chiang Mai Thailand
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- Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science Chiang Mai University Chiang Mai Thailand
- Bioplastic Production Laboratory for Medical Applications, Faculty of Science Chiang Mai University Chiang Mai Thailand
- Center of Excellence in Materials Science and Technology Chiang Mai University Chiang Mai Thailand
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- Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science Chiang Mai University Chiang Mai Thailand
- Bioplastic Production Laboratory for Medical Applications, Faculty of Science Chiang Mai University Chiang Mai Thailand
- Center of Excellence in Materials Science and Technology Chiang Mai University Chiang Mai Thailand
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Prakobkarn J, Makeudom A, Jenvoraphot T, Supanchart C, Krisanaprakornkit S, Punyodom W, Daranarong D. Biphasic nanofibrous scaffolds based on collagen and
PLC
for controlled release
LL
‐37 in guided bone regeneration. J Appl Polym Sci 2022. [DOI: 10.1002/app.51629] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/10/2022]
Affiliation(s)
- Jeeranan Prakobkarn
- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Faculty of Dentistry Chiang Mai University Chiang Mai Thailand
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- Center of Excellence in Oral and Maxillofacial Biology, Faculty of Dentistry Chiang Mai University Chiang Mai Thailand
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- Bioplastic Production Laboratory for Medical Application, Faculty of Science Chiang Mai University Chiang Mai Thailand
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Faculty of Dentistry Chiang Mai University Chiang Mai Thailand
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- Center of Excellence in Oral and Maxillofacial Biology, Faculty of Dentistry Chiang Mai University Chiang Mai Thailand
- Department of Oral Biology and Diagnostic Science, Faculty of Dentistry Chiang Mai University Chiang Mai Thailand
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- Bioplastic Production Laboratory for Medical Application, Faculty of Science Chiang Mai University Chiang Mai Thailand
- Center of Excellence in Materials Science and Technology Chiang Mai University Chiang Mai Thailand
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- Bioplastic Production Laboratory for Medical Application, Faculty of Science Chiang Mai University Chiang Mai Thailand
- Center of Excellence in Materials Science and Technology Chiang Mai University Chiang Mai Thailand
- Science and Technology Research Institute Chiang Mai University Chiang Mai Thailand
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Sriyai M, Tasati J, Molloy R, Meepowpan P, Somsunan R, Worajittiphon P, Daranarong D, Meerak J, Punyodom W. Development of an Antimicrobial-Coated Absorbable Monofilament Suture from a Medical-Grade Poly(l-lactide- co-ε-caprolactone) Copolymer. ACS OMEGA 2021; 6:28788-28803. [PMID: 34746572 PMCID: PMC8567407 DOI: 10.1021/acsomega.1c03569] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/07/2021] [Accepted: 10/07/2021] [Indexed: 06/12/2023]
Abstract
In this study, a medical-grade poly(l-lactide-co-ε-caprolactone) (PLC) copolymer with a monomer ratio of l-lactide (L) to ε-caprolactone (C) of 70:30 mol % for use as an absorbable surgical suture was synthesized via ring-opening polymerization (ROP) using a novel soluble liquid tin(II) n-butoxide (Sn(OnC4H9)2) as an initiator. In fiber fabrication, the process included copolymer melt extrusion with a minimal draw followed by sequential controlled hot-drawing and fixed-annealing steps to obtain oriented semicrystalline fibers with improved mechanical strength. For healing enhancement, the fiber was dip-coated with "levofloxacin" by adding the drug into a solution mixture of acetone, poly(ε-caprolactone) (PCL), and calcium stearate (CaSt) in the ratio of acetone/PCL/CaSt = 100:1% w/v:0.1% w/v. The tensile strength of the coated fiber was found to be increased to ∼400 MPa, which is comparable with that of commercial polydioxanone (PDS II) of a similar size. Finally, the efficiency of the drug-coated fiber regarding its controlled drug release and antimicrobial activity was investigated, and the results showed that the coated fiber was able to release the drug continuously for as long as 30 days. For fiber antimicrobial activity, it was found that a concentration of 1 mg/mL was sufficient to inhibit the growth of Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA), Escherichia coli O157:H7, and Pseudomonas aeruginosa, giving a clear inhibition zone range of 20-24 mm for 90 days. Cytotoxicity testing of the drug-coated fibers showed a %viability of more than 70%, indicating that they were nontoxic.
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Affiliation(s)
- Montira Sriyai
- Bioplastics
Production Laboratory for Medical Applications, Faculty of Science, Chiang Mai University, Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand
- Center
of Excellence in Materials Science and Technology, Chiang Mai University, Chiang
Mai 50200, Thailand
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- Department
of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, Chiang
Mai University, Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand
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- Center
of Excellence in Materials Science and Technology, Chiang Mai University, Chiang
Mai 50200, Thailand
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- Department
of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, Chiang
Mai University, Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand
- Center
of Excellence in Materials Science and Technology, Chiang Mai University, Chiang
Mai 50200, Thailand
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- Department
of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, Chiang
Mai University, Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand
- Center
of Excellence in Materials Science and Technology, Chiang Mai University, Chiang
Mai 50200, Thailand
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- Department
of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, Chiang
Mai University, Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand
- Center
of Excellence in Materials Science and Technology, Chiang Mai University, Chiang
Mai 50200, Thailand
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- Center
of Excellence in Materials Science and Technology, Chiang Mai University, Chiang
Mai 50200, Thailand
- Science
and Technology Research Institute, Chiang
Mai University, Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand
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- Center
of Excellence in Materials Science and Technology, Chiang Mai University, Chiang
Mai 50200, Thailand
- Department
of Biology, Faculty of Science, Chiang Mai
University, Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand
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- Department
of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, Chiang
Mai University, Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand
- Center
of Excellence in Materials Science and Technology, Chiang Mai University, Chiang
Mai 50200, Thailand
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Ruengdechawiwat S, Siripitayananon J, Molloy R, Somsunan R, Topham PD, Tighe BJ. Preparation of a poly(L-lactide- co-caprolactone) copolymer using a novel tin(II) alkoxide initiator and its fiber processing for potential use as an absorbable monofilament surgical suture. INT J POLYM MATER PO 2016. [DOI: 10.1080/00914037.2015.1119683] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/22/2022]
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Biocompatibility Assessment of PLCL-Sericin Copolymer Membranes Using Wharton's Jelly Mesenchymal Stem Cells. Stem Cells Int 2015; 2016:5309484. [PMID: 26839562 PMCID: PMC4709783 DOI: 10.1155/2016/5309484] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/17/2015] [Revised: 08/13/2015] [Accepted: 08/13/2015] [Indexed: 12/20/2022] Open
Abstract
Stem cells based tissue engineering requires biocompatible materials, which allow the cells to adhere, expand, and differentiate in a large scale. An ideal biomaterial for clinical application should be free from mammalian products which cause immune reactivities and pathogen infections. We invented a novel biodegradable poly(L-lactic-co-ε-caprolactone)-sericin (PLCL-SC) copolymer membrane which was fabricated by electrospinning. Membranes with concentrations of 2.5 or 5% (w/v) SC exhibited qualified texture characteristics with a noncytotoxic release profile. The hydrophilic properties of the membranes were 35–40% higher than those of a standard PLCL and commercial polystyrene (PS). The improved characteristics of the membranes were due to an addition of new functional amide groups, C=O, N–H, and C–N, onto their surfaces. Degradation of the membranes was controllable, depending on the content proportion of SC. Results of thermogram indicated the superior stability and crystallinity of the membranes. These membranes enhanced human Wharton's jelly mesenchymal stem cells (hWJMSC) proliferation by increasing cyclin A and also promoted cell adhesion by upregulating focal adhesion kinase (FAK). On the membranes, hWJMSC differentiated into a neuronal lineage with the occurrence of nestin. These data suggest that PLCL-SC electrospun membrane represents some properties which will be useful for tissue engineering and medical applications.
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