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Wang F, Xiao Y, Neupane S, Ptak SH, Römer R, Xiong J, Ohmes J, Seekamp A, Fretté X, Alban S, Fuchs S. Influence of Fucoidan Extracts from Different Fucus Species on Adult Stem Cells and Molecular Mediators in In Vitro Models for Bone Formation and Vascularization. Mar Drugs 2021; 19:194. [PMID: 33805470 PMCID: PMC8066524 DOI: 10.3390/md19040194] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/15/2021] [Revised: 03/23/2021] [Accepted: 03/26/2021] [Indexed: 01/03/2023] Open
Abstract
Fucoidans, sulfated polysaccharides extracted from brown algae, are marine products with the potential to modulate bone formation and vascularization processes. The bioactivity and safety of fucoidans are highly associated with their chemical structure, which may vary with algae species and extraction method. Thus, in depth evaluation of fucoidan extracts in terms of endotoxin content, cytotoxicity, and their detailed molecular biological impact on the individual cell types in bone is needed. In this study, we characterized fucoidan extracts from three different Fucus species including Fucus vesiculosus (Fv), Fucus serratus (Fs), and Fucus distichus subsp. evanescens (Fe) for their chemical features, endotoxin content, cytotoxicity, and bioactive effects on human outgrowth endothelial cells (OEC) and human mesenchymal stem cells (MSC) as in vitro models for bone function and vascularization. Extracts contained mainly high molecular weight (HMW) fucoidans and were free of endotoxins that may cause inflammation or influence vascularization. OEC tolerated fucoidan concentrations up to 200 µg/mL, and no indication of cytotoxicity was observed. The inflammatory response, however, investigated by real-time PCR (RT-PCR) and enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) and endothelial barrier assessed by impedance measurement differed for the individual extracts. MSC in comparison with endothelial cells were more sensitive to fucoidans and showed partly reduced metabolic activity and proliferation at higher doses of fucoidans. Further results for MSC indicated impaired osteogenic functions in alkaline phosphatase and calcification assays. All tested extracts consistently lowered important molecular mediators involved in angiogenesis, such a VEGF (vascular endothelial growth factor), ANG-1 (angiopoietin 1), and ANG-2 (angiopoietin 2), as indicated by RT-PCR and ELISA. This was associated with antiangiogenic effects at the functional level using selected extracts in co-culture models to mimic bone vascularization processes during bone regeneration or osteosarcoma.
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- Fanlu Wang
- Experimental Trauma Surgery, Department of Orthopedics and Trauma Surgery, University Medical Center Schleswig-Holstein, 24105 Kiel, Germany; (F.W.); (Y.X.); (R.R.); (J.X.); (J.O.); (A.S.)
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- Experimental Trauma Surgery, Department of Orthopedics and Trauma Surgery, University Medical Center Schleswig-Holstein, 24105 Kiel, Germany; (F.W.); (Y.X.); (R.R.); (J.X.); (J.O.); (A.S.)
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Biology, Pharmaceutical Institute, Kiel University, 24148 Kiel, Germany; (S.N.); (S.A.)
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- SDU Chemical Engineering, University of Southern Denmark, 5230 Odense, Denmark; (S.H.P.); (X.F.)
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- Experimental Trauma Surgery, Department of Orthopedics and Trauma Surgery, University Medical Center Schleswig-Holstein, 24105 Kiel, Germany; (F.W.); (Y.X.); (R.R.); (J.X.); (J.O.); (A.S.)
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- Experimental Trauma Surgery, Department of Orthopedics and Trauma Surgery, University Medical Center Schleswig-Holstein, 24105 Kiel, Germany; (F.W.); (Y.X.); (R.R.); (J.X.); (J.O.); (A.S.)
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- Experimental Trauma Surgery, Department of Orthopedics and Trauma Surgery, University Medical Center Schleswig-Holstein, 24105 Kiel, Germany; (F.W.); (Y.X.); (R.R.); (J.X.); (J.O.); (A.S.)
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- Experimental Trauma Surgery, Department of Orthopedics and Trauma Surgery, University Medical Center Schleswig-Holstein, 24105 Kiel, Germany; (F.W.); (Y.X.); (R.R.); (J.X.); (J.O.); (A.S.)
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- SDU Chemical Engineering, University of Southern Denmark, 5230 Odense, Denmark; (S.H.P.); (X.F.)
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Biology, Pharmaceutical Institute, Kiel University, 24148 Kiel, Germany; (S.N.); (S.A.)
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- Experimental Trauma Surgery, Department of Orthopedics and Trauma Surgery, University Medical Center Schleswig-Holstein, 24105 Kiel, Germany; (F.W.); (Y.X.); (R.R.); (J.X.); (J.O.); (A.S.)
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Li G, Yun X, Ye K, Zhao H, An J, Zhang X, Han X, Li Y, Wang S. Long non-coding RNA-H19 stimulates osteogenic differentiation of bone marrow mesenchymal stem cells via the microRNA-149/SDF-1 axis. J Cell Mol Med 2020; 24:4944-4955. [PMID: 32198976 PMCID: PMC7205807 DOI: 10.1111/jcmm.15040] [Citation(s) in RCA: 35] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/20/2019] [Revised: 01/12/2020] [Accepted: 01/21/2020] [Indexed: 12/22/2022] Open
Abstract
Bone defects resulting from non-union fractures or tumour resections are common clinical problems. Long non-coding RNAs (lncRNAs) are reported to play vital roles in stem cell differentiation. The aim of this study was to elucidate the role of lncRNA-H19 in osteogenic differentiation of bone marrow mesenchymal stem cells (BMMSCs). Following the establishment of an osteogenic differentiation model in rats, the expression of H19, microRNA-149 (miR-149) and stromal cell-derived factor-1 (SDF-1) was measured by RT-qPCR. Thereafter, BMMSCs were isolated from rats and treated with a series of mimic, inhibitor or siRNA. SDF-1 expression, alkaline phosphatase (ALP) activity and osteocalcin (OCN) content were detected. The mineralized and calcified nodules were assessed by alizarin red S and Von Kossa staining. BMMSC surface markers were detected by flow cytometry. Western blot analysis was used to measure the expression of ALP, OCN, runt-related transcription factor 2 (RUNX2) and osterix (OSX) proteins. Lastly, dual-luciferase reporter gene assay and RNA immunoprecipitation were applied to verify the relationship of H19, miR-149 and SDF-1. Overexpressed H19 and SDF-1 and poorly expressed miR-149 were found in rats with osteogenic differentiation. H19 increased SDF-1 expression by binding to miR-149. H19 enhanced ALP activity, OCN content, calcium deposit and ALP, OCN, RUNX2 and OSX protein expression of BMMSCS by up-regulating SDF-1 via binding to miR-149. Taken together, up-regulated H19 could promote the osteogenic differentiation of BMMSCs by increasing SDF-1 via miR-149.
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- Guangjie Li
- Department of Orthopedics, Lanzhou University Second Hospital, Lanzhou, China.,The First Hospital of Lanzhou University, Lanzhou, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Lanzhou University Second Hospital, Lanzhou, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Lanzhou University Second Hospital, Lanzhou, China
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- The First Hospital of Lanzhou University, Lanzhou, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Lanzhou University Second Hospital, Lanzhou, China
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- The First Hospital of Lanzhou University, Lanzhou, China
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- The First Hospital of Lanzhou University, Lanzhou, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Lanzhou University Second Hospital, Lanzhou, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Lanzhou University Second Hospital, Lanzhou, China
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Lauer A, Wolf P, Mehler D, Götz H, Rüzgar M, Baranowski A, Henrich D, Rommens PM, Ritz U. Biofabrication of SDF-1 Functionalized 3D-Printed Cell-Free Scaffolds for Bone Tissue Regeneration. Int J Mol Sci 2020; 21:E2175. [PMID: 32245268 PMCID: PMC7139557 DOI: 10.3390/ijms21062175] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/25/2020] [Revised: 03/19/2020] [Accepted: 03/20/2020] [Indexed: 12/15/2022] Open
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Large segmental bone defects occurring after trauma, bone tumors, infections or revision surgeries are a challenge for surgeons. The aim of our study was to develop a new biomaterial utilizing simple and cheap 3D-printing techniques. A porous polylactide (PLA) cylinder was printed and functionalized with stromal-derived factor 1 (SDF-1) or bone morphogenetic protein 7 (BMP-7) immobilized in collagen type I. Biomechanical testing proved biomechanical stability and the scaffolds were implanted into a 6 mm critical size defect in rat femur. Bone growth was observed via x-ray and after 8 weeks, bone regeneration was analyzed with µCT and histological staining methods. Development of non-unions was detected in the control group with no implant. Implantation of PLA cylinder alone resulted in a slight but not significant osteoconductive effect, which was more pronounced in the group where the PLA cylinder was loaded with collagen type I. Addition of SDF-1 resulted in an osteoinductive effect, with stronger new bone formation. BMP-7 treatment showed the most distinct effect on bone regeneration. However, histological analyses revealed that newly formed bone in the BMP-7 group displayed a holey structure. Our results confirm the osteoinductive character of this 3D-biofabricated cell-free new biomaterial and raise new options for its application in bone tissue regeneration.
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- Alina Lauer
- Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, BiomaTiCS, University Medical Center, Johannes Gutenberg University, 55131 Mainz, Germany; (A.L.); (P.W.); (D.M.); (M.R.); (A.B.); (P.M.R.)
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- Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, BiomaTiCS, University Medical Center, Johannes Gutenberg University, 55131 Mainz, Germany; (A.L.); (P.W.); (D.M.); (M.R.); (A.B.); (P.M.R.)
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- Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, BiomaTiCS, University Medical Center, Johannes Gutenberg University, 55131 Mainz, Germany; (A.L.); (P.W.); (D.M.); (M.R.); (A.B.); (P.M.R.)
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- CBU—Cell Biology Unit, PKZI, University Medical Center, BiomaTiCS, Johannes Gutenberg University, 55131 Mainz, Germany;
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- Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, BiomaTiCS, University Medical Center, Johannes Gutenberg University, 55131 Mainz, Germany; (A.L.); (P.W.); (D.M.); (M.R.); (A.B.); (P.M.R.)
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- Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, BiomaTiCS, University Medical Center, Johannes Gutenberg University, 55131 Mainz, Germany; (A.L.); (P.W.); (D.M.); (M.R.); (A.B.); (P.M.R.)
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- Department of Trauma, Hand and Reconstructive Surgery, Goethe University Frankfurt, 60590 Frankfurt am Main, Germany;
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- Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, BiomaTiCS, University Medical Center, Johannes Gutenberg University, 55131 Mainz, Germany; (A.L.); (P.W.); (D.M.); (M.R.); (A.B.); (P.M.R.)
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- Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, BiomaTiCS, University Medical Center, Johannes Gutenberg University, 55131 Mainz, Germany; (A.L.); (P.W.); (D.M.); (M.R.); (A.B.); (P.M.R.)
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Xing F, Li L, Liu M, Duan X, Long Y, Xiang Z. [The application and research progress of in-situ tissue engineering technology in bone and cartilage repair]. ZHONGGUO XIU FU CHONG JIAN WAI KE ZA ZHI = ZHONGGUO XIUFU CHONGJIAN WAIKE ZAZHI = CHINESE JOURNAL OF REPARATIVE AND RECONSTRUCTIVE SURGERY 2018; 32:1358-1364. [PMID: 30215487 DOI: 10.7507/1002-1892.201712118] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/05/2023]
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Objective To review the application and research progress of
in-situ tissue engineering technology in bone and cartilage repair. Methods The original articles about
in-situ tissue engineering technology in bone and cartilage repair were extensively reviewed and analyzed. Results In-situ tissue engineering have been shown to be effective in repairing bone defects and cartilage defects, but biological mechanisms are inadequate. At present, most of researches are mainly focused on animal experiments, and the effect of clinical repair need to be further studied. Conclusion In-situ tissue engineering technology has wide application prospects in bone and cartilage tissue engineering. However, further study on the mechanism of related cytokines need to be conducted.
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- Fei Xing
- Department of Orthopedics, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu Sichuan, 610041, P.R.China
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- Department of Orthopedics, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu Sichuan, 610041, P.R.China
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- Department of Orthopedics, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu Sichuan, 610041, P.R.China
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- Department of Orthopedics, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu Sichuan, 610041, P.R.China
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- Department of Orthopedics, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu Sichuan, 610041, P.R.China
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- Department of Orthopedics, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu Sichuan, 610041,
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Ritz U, Eberhardt M, Klein A, Frank P, Götz H, Hofmann A, Rommens PM, Jonas U. Photocrosslinked Dextran-Based Hydrogels as Carrier System for the Cells and Cytokines Induce Bone Regeneration in Critical Size Defects in Mice. Gels 2018; 4:E63. [PMID: 30674839 PMCID: PMC6209263 DOI: 10.3390/gels4030063] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/12/2018] [Revised: 06/30/2018] [Accepted: 07/03/2018] [Indexed: 01/07/2023] Open
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Modified biomaterials have for years been the focus of research into establishing new bone substitutes. In our preceding in vitro study employing different cell cultures, we developed chemically and mechanically characterized hydrogels based on photocrosslinkable dextran derivatives and demonstrated their cytocompatibility and their beneficial effects on the proliferation of osteoblasts and endothelial cells. In the present in vivo study, we investigate photocrosslinked dextran-based hydrogels in critical size defects in mice to evaluate their potential as carrier systems for cells or for a specific angiogenesis enhancing cytokine to induce bone formation. We could demonstrate that, with optimized laboratory practice, the endotoxin content of hydrogels could be reduced below the Food and Drug Administration (FDA)-limit. Dextran-based hydrogels were either loaded with a monoculture of endothelial cells or a co-culture of human osteoblasts with endothelial cells, or with stromal-derived-growth factor (SDF-1). Scaffolds were implanted into a calvarial defect of critical size in mice and their impact on bone formation was assessed by µCt-analyses, histology and immunohistology. Our study demonstrates that promotion of angiogenesis either by SDF-1 or a monoculture of endothelial cells induces bone regeneration at a physiological level. These in vivo results indicate the potential of dextran-based hydrogel composites in bone regeneration to deliver cells and cytokines to the defect site.
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- Ulrike Ritz
- Biomatics Group, Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, University Medical Center of the Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz, 55131 Mainz, Germany.
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- Biomatics Group, Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, University Medical Center of the Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz, 55131 Mainz, Germany.
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- Biomatics Group, Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, University Medical Center of the Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz, 55131 Mainz, Germany.
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- Macromolecular Chemistry, Department Chemistry Biology, University of Siegen, 57076 Siegen, Germany.
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- Biomatics Group, Platform Biomaterials, University Medical Center of the Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz, 55131 Mainz, Germany.
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- Biomatics Group, Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, University Medical Center of the Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz, 55131 Mainz, Germany.
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- Biomatics Group, Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, University Medical Center of the Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz, 55131 Mainz, Germany.
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- Macromolecular Chemistry, Department Chemistry Biology, University of Siegen, 57076 Siegen, Germany.
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Crude Fucoidan Extracts Impair Angiogenesis in Models Relevant for Bone Regeneration and Osteosarcoma via Reduction of VEGF and SDF-1. Mar Drugs 2017. [PMID: 28632184 PMCID: PMC5484136 DOI: 10.3390/md15060186] [Citation(s) in RCA: 34] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/07/2023] Open
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The marine origin polysaccharide fucoidan combines multiple biological activities. As demonstrated by various studies in vitro and in vivo, fucoidans show anti-viral, anti-tumor, anti-oxidant, anti-inflammatory and anti-coagulant properties, although the detailed molecular action remains to be elucidated. The aim of the present study is to assess the impact of crude fucoidan extracts, on the formation of vascular structures in co-culture models relevant for bone vascularization during bone repair and for vascularization processes in osteosarcoma. The co-cultures consisted of bone marrow derived mesenchymal stem cells, respectively the osteosarcoma cell line MG63, and human blood derived outgrowth endothelial cells (OEC). The concentration dependent effects on the metabolic activity on endothelial cells and osteoblast cells were first assessed using monocultures of OEC, MSC and MG63 suggesting a concentration of 100 µg/mL as a suitable concentration for further experiments. In co-cultures fucoidan significantly reduced angiogenesis in MSC/OEC but also in MG63/OEC co-cultures suggesting a potential application of fucoidan to lower the vascularization in bone tumors such as osteosarcoma. This was associated with a decrease in VEGF (vascular endothelial growth factor) and SDF-1 (stromal derived factor-1) on the protein level, both related to the control of angiogenesis and furthermore discussed as crucial factors in osteosarcoma progression and metastasis. In terms of bone formation, fucoidan slightly lowered on the calcification process in MSC monocultures and MSC/OEC co-cultures. In summary, these data suggest the suitability of lower fucoidan doses to limit angiogenesis for instance in osteosarcoma.
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Chen G, Lv Y. Matrix elasticity-modified scaffold loaded with SDF-1α improves the in situ regeneration of segmental bone defect in rabbit radius. Sci Rep 2017; 7:1672. [PMID: 28490814 PMCID: PMC5432001 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-017-01938-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/21/2016] [Accepted: 04/05/2017] [Indexed: 12/20/2022] Open
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The effectiveness of stem-cell based therapy has been hampered by the limited availability of stem cell sources, immune rejection, and difficulties in clinical adoption and regulatory approval. These obstacles can be partially circumvented by using in situ tissue engineering that recruits the endogenous stem/progenitor cells and provides cues to direct stem cell phenotype. Here, decellularized bone scaffold is mechanically modified by coating of collagen (Col)/hydroxyapatite (HA) mixture with optimal ratio and loaded with chemokine stromal cell-derived factor-1α (SDF-1α), in which endogenous stem cell recruitment can be improved by chemokine and stem cell fate can be regulated by matrix elasticity of the scaffold. This study shows that mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) osteogenesis in vitro was enhanced by matrix elasticity and SDF-1α, and endogenous MSCs recruitment in subcutaneous implantation of rat was increased by the release of SDF-1α from the scaffold, and bone regeneration in rabbit large bone defect model was significantly improved by matrix elasticity and SDF-1α. In short, this study provides a new insight for developing novel engineered cell-free bone substitutes by mechanical modification for tissue engineering and regenerative medicine.
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- Guobao Chen
- Key Laboratory of Biorheological Science and Technology (Chongqing University), Ministry of Education, Bioengineering College, Chongqing University, Chongqing, 400044, P. R. China
- Mechanobiology and Regenerative Medicine Laboratory, Bioengineering College, Chongqing University, Chongqing, 400044, P. R. China
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- Key Laboratory of Biorheological Science and Technology (Chongqing University), Ministry of Education, Bioengineering College, Chongqing University, Chongqing, 400044, P. R. China.
- Mechanobiology and Regenerative Medicine Laboratory, Bioengineering College, Chongqing University, Chongqing, 400044, P. R. China.
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Eman RM, Hoorntje ET, Öner FC, Kruyt MC, Dhert WJ, Alblas J. CXCL12/stromal-cell-derived factor-1 effectively replaces endothelial progenitor cells to induce vascularized ectopic bone. Stem Cells Dev 2014; 23:2950-8. [PMID: 25036092 PMCID: PMC4267711 DOI: 10.1089/scd.2013.0560] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/15/2013] [Accepted: 07/15/2014] [Indexed: 01/07/2023] Open
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Bone defect healing is highly dependent on the simultaneous stimulation of osteogenesis and vascularization. In bone regenerative strategies, combined seeding of multipotent stromal cells (MSCs) and endothelial progenitor cells (EPCs) proves their mutual stimulatory effects. Here, we investigated whether stromal-cell-derived factor-1α (SDF-1α) stimulates vascularization by EPCs and whether SDF-1α could replace seeded cells in ectopic bone formation. Late EPCs of goat origin were characterized for their endothelial phenotype and showed to be responsive to SDF-1α in in vitro migration assays. Subsequently, subcutaneous implantation of Matrigel plugs that contained both EPCs and SDF-1α showed more tubule formation than constructs containing either EPCs or SDF-1α. Addition of either EPCs or SDF-1α to MSC-based constructs showed even more elaborate vascular networks after 1 week in vivo, with SDF-1α/MSC-laden groups showing more prominent interconnected networks than EPC/MSC-laden groups. The presence of abundant mouse-specific CD31/PECAM expression in these constructs confirmed ingrowth of murine vessels and discriminated between angiogenesis and vessel networks formed by seeded goat cells. Importantly, implantation of EPC/MSC or SDF-1α/MSC constructs resulted in indistinguishable ectopic bone formation. In both groups, bone onset was apparent at week 3 of implantation. Taken together, we demonstrated that SDF-1α stimulated the migration of EPCs in vitro and vascularization in vivo. Further, SDF-1α addition was as effective as EPCs in inducing the formation of vascularized ectopic bone based on MSC-seeded constructs, suggesting a cell-replacement role for SDF-1α. These results hold promise for the design of larger centimeter-scale, cell-free vascular bone grafts.
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- Rhandy M. Eman
- Department of Orthopedics, University Medical Center Utrecht, Utrecht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopedics, University Medical Center Utrecht, Utrecht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopedics, University Medical Center Utrecht, Utrecht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopedics, University Medical Center Utrecht, Utrecht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopedics, University Medical Center Utrecht, Utrecht, The Netherlands
- Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Utrecht University, Utrecht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopedics, University Medical Center Utrecht, Utrecht, The Netherlands
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Targeting tumor micro-environment for design and development of novel anti-angiogenic agents arresting tumor growth. PROGRESS IN BIOPHYSICS AND MOLECULAR BIOLOGY 2013; 113:333-54. [PMID: 24139944 DOI: 10.1016/j.pbiomolbio.2013.10.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 72] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/21/2013] [Revised: 10/05/2013] [Accepted: 10/08/2013] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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Angiogenesis: a process of generation of new blood vessels has been proved to be necessary for sustained tumor growth and cancer progression. Inhibiting angiogenesis pathway has long been remained a significant hope for the development of novel, effective and target orientated antitumor agents arresting the tumor proliferation and metastasis. The process of neoangiogenesis as a biological process is regulated by several pro- and anti-angiogenic factors, especially vascular endothelial growth factor, fibroblast growth factor, epidermal growth factor, hypoxia inducible factor 1 and transforming growth factor. Every endothelial cell destined for vessel formation is equipped with receptors for these angiogenic peptides. Moreover, numerous other angiogenic cytokines such as platelet derived growth factor (PGDF), placenta growth factor (PGF), nerve growth factor (NGF), stem-cell factor (SCF), and interleukins-2, 4, 6 etc. These molecular players performs critical role in regulating the angiogenic switch. Couple of decade's research in molecular aspects of tumor biology has unraveled numerous structural and functional mysteries of these angiogenic peptides. In present article, a detailed update on the functional and structural peculiarities of the various angiogenic peptides is described focusing on structural opportunities made available that has potential to be used to modulate function of these angiogenic peptides in developing therapeutic agents targeting neoplastic angiogenesis. The data may be useful in the mainstream of developing novel anticancer agents targeting tumor angiogenesis. We also discuss major therapeutic agents that are currently used in angiogenesis associated therapies as well as those are subject of active research or are in clinical trials.
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