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Solanas E, Sanchez-Fuentes N, Serrablo A, Lue A, Lorente S, Cortés L, Lanas A, Baptista PM, Serrano MT. How Donor and Surgical Factors Affect the Viability and Functionality of Human Hepatocytes Isolated From Liver Resections. Front Med (Lausanne) 2022; 9:875147. [PMID: 35646956 PMCID: PMC9132360 DOI: 10.3389/fmed.2022.875147] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/13/2022] [Accepted: 03/29/2022] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
Abstract
Liver resections are a significant source of primary human hepatocytes used mainly in artificial liver devices and pharmacological and biomedical studies. However, it is not well known how patient-donor and surgery-dependent factors influence isolated hepatocytes’ yield, viability, and function. Hence, we aimed to analyze the impact of all these elements on the outcome of human hepatocyte isolation.
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Affiliation(s)
- Estela Solanas
- Aragón Institute for Health Research (IIS Aragón), Zaragoza, Spain.,Centro de Investigación Biomédica en Red Enfermedades Hepáticas y Digestivas (CIBERehd), Madrid, Spain
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- Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgical Division, Miguel Servet University Hospital, Zaragoza, Spain
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- Aragón Institute for Health Research (IIS Aragón), Zaragoza, Spain.,Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgical Division, Miguel Servet University Hospital, Zaragoza, Spain
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- Aragón Institute for Health Research (IIS Aragón), Zaragoza, Spain.,Department of Digestive Diseases, University Clinic Hospital Lozano Blesa, Zaragoza, Spain
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- Aragón Institute for Health Research (IIS Aragón), Zaragoza, Spain.,Department of Digestive Diseases, University Clinic Hospital Lozano Blesa, Zaragoza, Spain
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- Aragón Institute for Health Research (IIS Aragón), Zaragoza, Spain.,Department of Digestive Diseases, University Clinic Hospital Lozano Blesa, Zaragoza, Spain
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- Aragón Institute for Health Research (IIS Aragón), Zaragoza, Spain.,Centro de Investigación Biomédica en Red Enfermedades Hepáticas y Digestivas (CIBERehd), Madrid, Spain.,Department of Digestive Diseases, University Clinic Hospital Lozano Blesa, Zaragoza, Spain
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- Aragón Institute for Health Research (IIS Aragón), Zaragoza, Spain.,Centro de Investigación Biomédica en Red Enfermedades Hepáticas y Digestivas (CIBERehd), Madrid, Spain.,ARAID Foundation, Zaragoza, Spain.,Department of Biomedical Engineering, Carlos III University of Madrid, Madrid, Spain
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- Aragón Institute for Health Research (IIS Aragón), Zaragoza, Spain.,Department of Digestive Diseases, University Clinic Hospital Lozano Blesa, Zaragoza, Spain
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Marcantonini G, Bartolini D, Zatini L, Costa S, Passerini M, Rende M, Luca G, Basta G, Murdolo G, Calafiore R, Galli F. Natural Cryoprotective and Cytoprotective Agents in Cryopreservation: A Focus on Melatonin. Molecules 2022; 27:3254. [PMID: 35630729 PMCID: PMC9145333 DOI: 10.3390/molecules27103254] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/25/2022] [Revised: 05/13/2022] [Accepted: 05/15/2022] [Indexed: 01/31/2023] Open
Abstract
Cryoprotective and cytoprotective agents (Cytoprotective Agents) are fundamental components of the cryopreservation process. This review presents the essentials of the cryopreservation process by examining its drawbacks and the role of cytoprotective agents in protecting cell physiology. Natural cryoprotective and cytoprotective agents, such as antifreeze proteins, sugars and natural deep eutectic systems, have been compared with synthetic ones, addressing their mechanisms of action and efficacy of protection. The final part of this article focuses melatonin, a hormonal substance with antioxidant properties, and its emerging role as a cytoprotective agent for somatic cells and gametes, including ovarian tissue, spermatozoa and spermatogonial stem cells.
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- Giada Marcantonini
- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Lipidomics and Micronutrient Vitamins Laboratory and Human Anatomy Laboratory, University of Perugia, 06126 Perugia, Italy; (G.M.); (D.B.); (L.Z.)
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Lipidomics and Micronutrient Vitamins Laboratory and Human Anatomy Laboratory, University of Perugia, 06126 Perugia, Italy; (G.M.); (D.B.); (L.Z.)
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Lipidomics and Micronutrient Vitamins Laboratory and Human Anatomy Laboratory, University of Perugia, 06126 Perugia, Italy; (G.M.); (D.B.); (L.Z.)
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- Angelantoni Life Science S.r.l., 06056 Massa Martana, Italy; (S.C.); (M.P.)
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- Department of Medicine and Surgery, Section of Human, Clinic and Forensic Anatomy, University of Perugia, 06132 Perugia, Italy;
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- Department of Medicine and Surgery, University of Perugia, 06132 Perugia, Italy; (G.L.); (G.B.); (G.M.); (R.C.)
- Centro Biotecnologico Internazionale di Ricerca Traslazionale ad Indirizzo Endocrino, Metabolico ed Embrio-Riproduttivo (CIRTEMER), 06132 Perugia, Italy
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- Department of Medicine and Surgery, University of Perugia, 06132 Perugia, Italy; (G.L.); (G.B.); (G.M.); (R.C.)
- Centro Biotecnologico Internazionale di Ricerca Traslazionale ad Indirizzo Endocrino, Metabolico ed Embrio-Riproduttivo (CIRTEMER), 06132 Perugia, Italy
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- Department of Medicine and Surgery, University of Perugia, 06132 Perugia, Italy; (G.L.); (G.B.); (G.M.); (R.C.)
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- Department of Medicine and Surgery, University of Perugia, 06132 Perugia, Italy; (G.L.); (G.B.); (G.M.); (R.C.)
- Centro Biotecnologico Internazionale di Ricerca Traslazionale ad Indirizzo Endocrino, Metabolico ed Embrio-Riproduttivo (CIRTEMER), 06132 Perugia, Italy
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Lipidomics and Micronutrient Vitamins Laboratory and Human Anatomy Laboratory, University of Perugia, 06126 Perugia, Italy; (G.M.); (D.B.); (L.Z.)
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Arutyunyan I, Elchaninov A, Sukhikh G, Fatkhudinov T. Cryopreservation of Tissue-Engineered Scaffold-Based Constructs: from Concept to Reality. Stem Cell Rev Rep 2022; 18:1234-1252. [PMID: 34761366 DOI: 10.1007/s12015-021-10299-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 11/01/2021] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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Creation of scaffold-based tissue-engineered constructs (SB TECs) is costly and requires coordinated qualified efforts. Cryopreservation enables longer shelf-life for SB TECs while enormously enhancing their availability as medical products. Regenerative treatment with cryopreserved SB TECs prepared in advance (possibly prêt-à-porter) can be started straight away on demand. Animal studies and clinical trials indicate similar levels of safety for cryopreserved and freshly prepared SB TECs. Although cryopreservation of such constructs is more difficult than that of cell suspensions or tissues, years of research have proved the principal possibility of using ready-to-transplant SB TECs after prolonged cryostorage. Cryopreservation efficiency depends not only on the sheer viability of adherent cells on scaffolds after thawing, but largely on the retention of proliferative and functional properties by the cells, as well as physical and mechanical properties by the scaffolds. Cryopreservation protocols require careful optimization, as their efficiency depends on multiple parameters including cryosensitivity of cells, chemistry and architecture of scaffolds, conditions of cell culture before freezing, cryoprotectant formulations, etc. In this review we discuss recent achievements in SB TEC cryopreservation as a major boost for the field of tissue engineering and biobanking.
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- Irina Arutyunyan
- National Medical Research Center for Obstetrics, Gynecology and Perinatology named after Academician V.I. Kulakov of Ministry of Healthcare of Russian Federation, Moscow, Russia
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- National Medical Research Center for Obstetrics, Gynecology and Perinatology named after Academician V.I. Kulakov of Ministry of Healthcare of Russian Federation, Moscow, Russia
- Research Institute of Human Morphology, Moscow, Russia
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- National Medical Research Center for Obstetrics, Gynecology and Perinatology named after Academician V.I. Kulakov of Ministry of Healthcare of Russian Federation, Moscow, Russia
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- Research Institute of Human Morphology, Moscow, Russia.
- Department of Histology, Cytology and Embryology, Peoples' Friendship University of Russia (RUDN University, 6, Miklukho-Maklaya Street, 117198, Moscow, Russia.
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Cryopreservation of rat hepatocytes with disaccharides for cell therapy. Cryobiology 2017; 78:15-21. [DOI: 10.1016/j.cryobiol.2017.07.010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/17/2017] [Revised: 06/30/2017] [Accepted: 07/29/2017] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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Zeilinger K, Freyer N, Damm G, Seehofer D, Knöspel F. Cell sources for in vitro human liver cell culture models. Exp Biol Med (Maywood) 2016; 241:1684-98. [PMID: 27385595 PMCID: PMC4999620 DOI: 10.1177/1535370216657448] [Citation(s) in RCA: 145] [Impact Index Per Article: 18.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/11/2022] Open
Abstract
In vitro liver cell culture models are gaining increasing importance in pharmacological and toxicological research. The source of cells used is critical for the relevance and the predictive value of such models. Primary human hepatocytes (PHH) are currently considered to be the gold standard for hepatic in vitro culture models, since they directly reflect the specific metabolism and functionality of the human liver; however, the scarcity and difficult logistics of PHH have driven researchers to explore alternative cell sources, including liver cell lines and pluripotent stem cells. Liver cell lines generated from hepatomas or by genetic manipulation are widely used due to their good availability, but they are generally altered in certain metabolic functions. For the past few years, adult and pluripotent stem cells have been attracting increasing attention, due their ability to proliferate and to differentiate into hepatocyte-like cells in vitro However, controlling the differentiation of these cells is still a challenge. This review gives an overview of the major human cell sources under investigation for in vitro liver cell culture models, including primary human liver cells, liver cell lines, and stem cells. The promises and challenges of different cell types are discussed with a focus on the complex 2D and 3D culture approaches under investigation for improving liver cell functionality in vitro Finally, the specific application options of individual cell sources in pharmacological research or disease modeling are described.
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- Katrin Zeilinger
- Berlin-Brandenburg Center for Regenerative Therapies (BCRT), Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin, 13353 Berlin, Germany
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- Berlin-Brandenburg Center for Regenerative Therapies (BCRT), Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin, 13353 Berlin, Germany
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- Department of General-, Visceral- and Transplantation Surgery, Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin, 13353 Berlin, Germany
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- Department of General-, Visceral- and Transplantation Surgery, Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin, 13353 Berlin, Germany
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- Berlin-Brandenburg Center for Regenerative Therapies (BCRT), Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin, 13353 Berlin, Germany
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Solanas E, Sostres C, Serrablo A, García-Gil A, García JJ, Aranguren FJ, Jiménez P, Hughes RD, Serrano MT. Effect of Dimethyl Sulfoxide and Melatonin on the Isolation of Human Primary Hepatocytes. Cells Tissues Organs 2015; 200:316-25. [DOI: 10.1159/000433521] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 05/26/2015] [Indexed: 11/19/2022] Open
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Gouliarmou V, Pelkonen O, Coecke S. Differentiation-Promoting Medium Additives for Hepatocyte Cultivation and Cryopreservation. Methods Mol Biol 2015; 1250:143-159. [PMID: 26272140 DOI: 10.1007/978-1-4939-2074-7_10] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/04/2023]
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Isolated primary hepatocytes are considered as the reference system for in vitro hepatic methods. Following the isolation of primary hepatocytes from liver tissue, an unfavorable process named dedifferentiation is initiated leading to the attenuation of the hepatocellular phenotype both at the morphological and functional level. Freshly isolated hepatocytes can be used immediately or can be cryopreserved for future purposes. Currently, a number of antidedifferentiation strategies exist to extend the life span of isolated hepatocytes. The addition of differentiation-promoting compounds to the hepatocyte culture medium is the oldest and simplest antidedifferentiation approach applied. In the present chapter, the most commonly used medium additives for cultivation and cryopreservation of primary hepatocytes are reviewed.
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- Varvara Gouliarmou
- EURL ECVAM, Systems Toxicology Unit, Institute for Health and Consumer Protection, European Commission, Joint Research Center, Via Fermi 2749, Ispra, 21027, Italy
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