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Zakeri AS, Wheeler DG, Huttinger A, Carfora A, Kini A, Stork T, Yacoub S, Anderson C, Joseph M, Shujaat MT, Nimjee SM. A canine thromboembolic model of anterior circulation large vessel occlusion stroke. Heliyon 2023; 9:e14692. [PMID: 37089293 PMCID: PMC10119506 DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2023.e14692] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/28/2022] [Revised: 03/01/2023] [Accepted: 03/15/2023] [Indexed: 04/03/2023] Open
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Purpose To develop a large animal preclinical model of thromboembolic stroke with stable, protracted large vessel occlusion (LVO) utilizing an autologous clot. Materials and methods A reproducible canine model of large vessel occlusion stroke was established by endovascular placement of an autologous clot into the middle cerebral artery (MCA) of six adult hounds and confirmed using digital subtraction angiography (DSA). Infarct volume and evidence of hemorrhage were determined by magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) 7 h after occlusion and Thrombolysis in Cerebral Infarction scale (TICI) was assessed before and after clot placement and at 1, 6, 7, and 9 h after middle cerebral artery occlusion (MCAO). Heart rate (HR) and blood pressure (BP) were monitored continuously and invasively through an arterial sheath throughout the procedures and complete blood count and blood gas analysis completed at time of sacrifice. Histopathological findings at time of sacrifice were used to confirm stroke volume and hemorrhage. Results MCAO with resulting TICI 0 flow was observed in all six animals, verified by serial DSA, and lack of collateral flow persisted for 9 h after clot placement until time of sacrifice. The mean infarct volume was 47.0 ± 6.7% of the ipsilateral hemisphere and no events of spontaneous recanalization or clot autolysis were observed. Conclusion We demonstrate a thromboembolic canine model of MCAO that is both feasible and results in consistent infarct volumes to generate a clinically relevant LVO. This model is important to evaluate treatment of LVO in acute ischemic stroke (AIS) outside the established 4.5 h recombinant tissue plasminogen activator (rTPA) therapeutic window utilizing a prolonged occlusive thrombus.
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Ren S, Wang L, Wu G, Huang L, Tang Z. Intra-hematoma Rosiglitazone infusion therapy attenuates blood-brain barrier disruption after intracerebral hemorrhage in rabbits. BRAIN HEMORRHAGES 2023. [DOI: 10.1016/j.hest.2023.01.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/11/2023] Open
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Jiao Y, Wu G. Optimizing the Time Window of Minimally Invasive Stereotactic Surgery for Intracerebral Hemorrhage Evacuation Combined with Rosiglitazone Infusion Therapy in Rabbits. World Neurosurg 2022; 165:e265-e275. [PMID: 35697232 DOI: 10.1016/j.wneu.2022.06.018] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/01/2022] [Accepted: 06/04/2022] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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OBJECTIVE This study aimed to explore the effects of minimally invasive surgery (MIS) in combination with rosiglitazone (RSG) on intracerebral hemorrhage (ICH) and determine the optimal time window. METHODS An ICH rabbit model was constructed using the injection of autologous arterial blood and then treated with RSG, MIS, and MIS combined with RSG at 6, 12, 18, and 24 hours. Thereafter, rabbits that underwent different treatments were used to measure the neurological deficit score, brain water content, and glutamate content. Expression of peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor γ (PPARγ) and CD36 in the different groups was detected using real-time quantitative polymerase chain reaction and Western blotting. In addition, oxidative stress-related and inflammation-related genes were examined. RESULTS Brain computed tomography indicated that an ICH rabbit model was successfully established. Compared to those in the control rabbits, the neurological deficit scores, brain water content, and glutamate content in the ICH rabbits were significantly increased at each time window (P < 0.05), while they were decreased at each time window after MIS combined with RSG treatment and declined to the lowest at 6 hours. Additionally, ICH significantly upregulated PPARγ and CD36 expression (P < 0.05). Moreover, superoxide dismutase content decreased after ICH, and nitric oxide synthase 2, tumor necrosis factor-alpha, interleukin-6, and interleukin-1 beta mRNA expression was upregulated, whereas MIS combined with RSG treatment reversed the levels caused by ICH. CONCLUSIONS Evacuation of MIS hematoma combined with RSG infusion at an early stage (6 hours) may attenuate secondary brain damage caused by ICH by regulating the PPARγ/CD36 pathway.
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- Yu Jiao
- Department of Emergency Neurology, Affiliated Hospital of Guizhou Medical University, Guizhou, China
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- Department of Emergency Neurology, Affiliated Hospital of Guizhou Medical University, Guizhou, China.
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Liu X, Zhang G, Wei P, Hao L, Zhong L, Zhong K, Liu C, Liu P, Feng Q, Wang S, Zhang J, Tian R, Zhou L. 3D-printed collagen/silk fibroin/secretome derived from bFGF-pretreated HUCMSCs scaffolds enhanced therapeutic ability in canines traumatic brain injury model. Front Bioeng Biotechnol 2022; 10:995099. [PMID: 36091465 PMCID: PMC9449499 DOI: 10.3389/fbioe.2022.995099] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/15/2022] [Accepted: 08/01/2022] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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The regeneration of brain tissue poses a great challenge because of the limited self-regenerative capabilities of neurons after traumatic brain injury (TBI). For this purpose, 3D-printed collagen/silk fibroin/secretome derived from human umbilical cord blood mesenchymal stem cells (HUCMSCs) pretreated with bFGF scaffolds (3D-CS-bFGF-ST) at a low temperature were prepared in this study. From an in vitro perspective, 3D-CS-bFGF-ST showed good biodegradation, appropriate mechanical properties, and good biocompatibility. In regard to vivo, during the tissue remodelling processes of TBI, the regeneration of brain tissues was obviously faster in the 3D-CS-bFGF-ST group than in the other two groups (3D-printed collagen/silk fibroin/secretome derived from human umbilical cord blood mesenchymal stem cells (3D-CS-ST) group and TBI group) by motor assay, histological analysis, and immunofluorescence assay. Satisfactory regeneration was achieved in the two 3D-printed scaffold-based groups at 6 months postsurgery, while the 3D-CS-bFGF-ST group showed a better outcome than the 3D-CS-ST group.
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- Xiaoyin Liu
- Department of Neurosurgery, West China Hospital, West China Medical School, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, West China Hospital, West China Medical School, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, The First People’s Hospital of Long Quan yi District, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Radiology, Liao Cheng The Third People’s Hospital, Liaocheng, China
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- The First Affiliated Hospital of Chengdu Medical College, Chengdu, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Biotherapy, West China Hospital, West China Medical School, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, West China Hospital, West China Medical School, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, West China Hospital, West China Medical School, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Liver Surgery and Liver Transplantation, State Key Laboratory of Biotherapy and Cancer Center, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, West China Hospital, West China Medical School, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- Department of General Surgery, The Affiliated Hospital of Guizhou Medical University, Guiyang, China
- *Correspondence: Jianyong Zhang, ; Rui Tian, ; Liangxue Zhou,
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- Department of Neurosurgery, West China Hospital, West China Medical School, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
- *Correspondence: Jianyong Zhang, ; Rui Tian, ; Liangxue Zhou,
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- Department of Neurosurgery, West China Hospital, West China Medical School, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
- *Correspondence: Jianyong Zhang, ; Rui Tian, ; Liangxue Zhou,
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Liu X, Zhang G, Wei P, Zhong L, Chen Y, Zhang J, Chen X, Zhou L. 3D-printed collagen/chitosan/secretome derived from HUCMSCs scaffolds for efficient neural network reconstruction in canines with traumatic brain injury. Regen Biomater 2022; 9:rbac043. [PMID: 35855109 PMCID: PMC9290528 DOI: 10.1093/rb/rbac043] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/16/2022] [Revised: 05/28/2022] [Accepted: 06/10/2022] [Indexed: 02/05/2023] Open
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The secretome secreted by stem cells and bioactive material has emerged as a promising therapeutic choice for traumatic brain injury (TBI). We aimed to determine the effect of 3D-printed collagen/chitosan/secretome derived from human umbilical cord blood mesenchymal stem cells scaffolds (3D-CC-ST) on the injured tissue regeneration process. 3D-CC-ST was performed using 3D printing technology at a low temperature (−20°C), and the physical properties and degeneration rate were measured. The utilization of low temperature contributed to a higher cytocompatibility of fabricating porous 3D architectures that provide a homogeneous distribution of cells. Immediately after the establishment of the canine TBI model, 3D-CC-ST and 3D-CC (3D-printed collagen/chitosan scaffolds) were implanted into the cavity of TBI. Following implantation of scaffolds, neurological examination and motor evoked potential detection were performed to analyze locomotor function recovery. Histological and immunofluorescence staining were performed to evaluate neuro-regeneration. The group treated with 3D-CC-ST had good performance of behavior functions. Implanting 3D-CC-ST significantly reduced the cavity area, facilitated the regeneration of nerve fibers and vessel reconstruction, and promoted endogenous neuronal differentiation and synapse formation after TBI. The implantation of 3D-CC-ST also markedly reduced cell apoptosis and regulated the level of systemic inflammatory factors after TBI.
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- Xiaoyin Liu
- West China Hospital, West China Medical School, Sichuan University Department of Neurosurgery, , Chengdu 610041, Sichuan, China
- Tianjin Key Laboratory of Neurotrauma Repair,Pingjin Hospital Brain Center , Characteristic Medical Center of People’s Armed Police Forces, Tianjin 300162, China
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- West China Hospital, West China Medical School, Sichuan University Department of Neurosurgery, , Chengdu 610041, Sichuan, China
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- The First People's Hospital Of Long Quan yi District Department of Neurosurgery, , Chengdu 610000, Sichuan, China
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- The First Affiliated Hospital of Chengdu Medical College , Chengdu 610500, Sichuan, China
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- West China Hospital, West China Medical School, Sichuan University Department of Neurosurgery, , Chengdu 610041, Sichuan, China
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- the Affiliated Hospital of Guizhou Medical University Department of General Surgery, , Guiyang CN 540000, P. R., Guizhou, China
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- Tianjin Key Laboratory of Neurotrauma Repair,Pingjin Hospital Brain Center , Characteristic Medical Center of People’s Armed Police Forces, Tianjin 300162, China
- Institute of Medical Security for Maritime Rights Protection of Characteristic Medical Center of Chinese People’s Armed Police Force (PAP) , Tianjin, 300162, China
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- West China Hospital, West China Medical School, Sichuan University Department of Neurosurgery, , Chengdu 610041, Sichuan, China
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Ren S, Han S, Wang L, Huang Y, Wu J, Wu G. Minimally Invasive Surgery for ICH Evacuation Combined With Deferoxamine Treatment Increased Perihematomal Claudin-5 and ZO-1 Expression Levels and Decreased BBB Permeability in Rabbits. Front Neurol 2022; 13:835494. [PMID: 35309557 PMCID: PMC8927815 DOI: 10.3389/fneur.2022.835494] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/14/2021] [Accepted: 02/07/2022] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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ObjectiveTo investigate the role of minimally invasive surgery (MIS) in intracerebral hemorrhage (ICH) evacuation combined with deferoxamine (DFX) treatment on perihematomal tight junction protein (claudin-5 and ZO-1) expression levels and blood-brain barrier (BBB) permeability in rabbits.MethodsWe randomly assigned 65 male rabbits (weight: 1.9–2.6 kg) to a normal control group (NC group, 13 rabbits), hemorrhage model group (HM group, 13), DFX treatment group (DFX group, 13 rabbits), MIS group (MIS group, 13 rabbits), or MIS combined with DFX treatment group (MIS + DFX group, 13 rabbits). ICH was established in all of the groups except the NC group. MIS was performed to evacuate the hematoma 6 h after the ICH model was created in the MIS and MIS + DFX groups. The DFX and MIS + DFX groups were treated with DFX (100 mg/kg, dissolved in 2 mL of 0.9% saline solution, administered intramuscularly) at 2 h, and then every 12 h for 7 d. The same dose of 0.9% saline solution was administered to the NC, HM, and MIS groups at the same time points. Sixty-five rabbits were divided into 5 groups, and 13 rabbits in each group. Neurological deficit (i.e., Purdy's score) was recorded in all rabbits before euthanasia (N total = 65). In each group, 2 rabbits were used for iron concentration measurement (N total = 10), 2 rabbits were used for brain water content measurement (N total = 10), 3 rabbits were used for BBB permeability measurement (N total = 15), 3 rabbits were used for claudin-5, ZO-1 expression detection by Western Blotting (N total = 15), and 3 rabbits were used for claudin-5, ZO-1 mRNA detection by real-time PCR (N total = 15). On day 7, the rabbits were sacrificed and the perihematomal brain tissue was harvested to test the iron concentration, brain water content (BWC), tight junction proteins (claudin-5 and ZO-1) expression, and BBB permeability.ResultsPurdy's score, iron concentration, and BWC were lower in the MIS and MIS + DFX groups compared to the HM and DFX groups. The MIS + DFX group showed a significant decrease in these indicators. The use of MIS to evacuate the hematoma led to increased expression levels of claudin-5 and ZO-1, as well as decreased BBB permeability. The MIS + DFX group exhibited a remarkable increase in claudin-5 and ZO-1 expression levels and a significant decrease in BBB permeability.ConclusionsMIS combined with DFX treatment could increase the expression levels of perihematomal tight junction proteins (claudin-5 and ZO-1) expression, reduce BBB permeability, and improve the neurological function. MIS combined with DFX treatment may also prevent secondary brain damage following ICH.
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- Siying Ren
- Department of Emergency, The Affiliated Hospital of Guizhou Medical University, Guiyang, China
- *Correspondence: Siying Ren
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- Graduate School of Guizhou Medical University, Guiyang, China
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- Department of Emergency, The Affiliated Hospital of Guizhou Medical University, Guiyang, China
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- Department of Emergency, The Affiliated Hospital of Guizhou Medical University, Guiyang, China
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- Graduate School of Guizhou Medical University, Guiyang, China
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- Department of Emergency, The Affiliated Hospital of Guizhou Medical University, Guiyang, China
- Guofeng Wu
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Trotman-Lucas M, Gibson CL. A review of experimental models of focal cerebral ischemia focusing on the middle cerebral artery occlusion model. F1000Res 2021; 10:242. [PMID: 34046164 PMCID: PMC8127011 DOI: 10.12688/f1000research.51752.2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 05/21/2021] [Indexed: 12/14/2022] Open
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Cerebral ischemic stroke is a leading cause of death and disability, but current pharmacological therapies are limited in their utility and effectiveness.
In vitro and
in vivo models of ischemic stroke have been developed which allow us to further elucidate the pathophysiological mechanisms of injury and investigate potential drug targets.
In vitro models permit mechanistic investigation of the biochemical and molecular mechanisms of injury but are reductionist and do not mimic the complexity of clinical stroke.
In vivo models of ischemic stroke directly replicate the reduction in blood flow and the resulting impact on nervous tissue. The most frequently used
in vivo model of ischemic stroke is the intraluminal suture middle cerebral artery occlusion (iMCAO) model, which has been fundamental in revealing various aspects of stroke pathology. However, the iMCAO model produces lesion volumes with large standard deviations even though rigid surgical and data collection protocols are followed. There is a need to refine the MCAO model to reduce variability in the standard outcome measure of lesion volume. The typical approach to produce vessel occlusion is to induce an obstruction at the origin of the middle cerebral artery and reperfusion is reliant on the Circle of Willis (CoW). However, in rodents the CoW is anatomically highly variable which could account for variations in lesion volume. Thus, we developed a refined approach whereby reliance on the CoW for reperfusion was removed. This approach improved reperfusion to the ischemic hemisphere, reduced variability in lesion volume by 30%, and reduced group sizes required to determine an effective treatment response by almost 40%. This refinement involves a methodological adaptation of the original surgical approach which we have shared with the scientific community via publication of a visualised methods article and providing hands-on training to other experimental stroke researchers.
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- School of Psychology, University of Nottingham, Nottingham, NG7 2UH, UK
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Jiang J, Dai C, Liu X, Dai L, Li R, Ma K, Xu H, Zhao F, Zhang Z, He T, Niu X, Chen X, Zhang S. Implantation of regenerative complexes in traumatic brain injury canine models enhances the reconstruction of neural networks and motor function recovery. Am J Cancer Res 2021; 11:768-788. [PMID: 33391504 PMCID: PMC7738861 DOI: 10.7150/thno.50540] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/10/2020] [Accepted: 10/13/2020] [Indexed: 02/05/2023] Open
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Rationale: The combination of medical and tissue engineering in neural regeneration studies is a promising field. Collagen, silk fibroin and seed cells are suitable options and have been widely used in the repair of spinal cord injury. In this study, we aimed to determine whether the implantation of a complex fabricated with collagen/silk fibroin (SF) and the human umbilical cord mesenchymal stem cells (hUCMSCs) can promote cerebral cortex repair and motor functional recovery in a canine model of traumatic brain injury (TBI). Methods: A porous scaffold was fabricated with cross-linked collagen and SF. Its physical properties and degeneration rate were measured. The scaffolds were co-cultured with hUCMSCs after which an implantable complex was formed. After complex implantation to a canine model of TBI, the motor evoked potential (MEP) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) were used to evaluate the integrity of the cerebral cortex. The neurologic score, motion capture, surface electromyography (sEMG), and vertical ground reaction force (vGRF) were measured in the analysis of motor functions. In vitro analysis of inflammation levels was performed by Elisa while immunohistochemistry was used in track the fate of hUCMSCs. In situ hybridization, transmission electron microscope, and immunofluorescence were used to assess neural and vascular regeneration. Results: Favorable physical properties, suitable degradation rate, and biocompatibility were observed in the collagen/SF scaffolds. The group with complex implantation exhibited the best cerebral cortex integrity and motor functions. The implantation also led to the regeneration of more blood vessels and nerve fibers, less glial fibers, and inflammatory factors. Conclusion: Implantation of this complex enhanced therapy in traumatic brain injury (TBI) through structural repair and functional recovery. These effects exhibit the translational prospects for the clinical application of this complex.
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Melià-Sorolla M, Castaño C, DeGregorio-Rocasolano N, Rodríguez-Esparragoza L, Dávalos A, Martí-Sistac O, Gasull T. Relevance of Porcine Stroke Models to Bridge the Gap from Pre-Clinical Findings to Clinical Implementation. Int J Mol Sci 2020; 21:ijms21186568. [PMID: 32911769 PMCID: PMC7555414 DOI: 10.3390/ijms21186568] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/18/2020] [Revised: 09/03/2020] [Accepted: 09/07/2020] [Indexed: 12/18/2022] Open
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In the search of animal stroke models providing translational advantages for biomedical research, pigs are large mammals with interesting brain characteristics and wide social acceptance. Compared to rodents, pigs have human-like highly gyrencephalic brains. In addition, increasingly through phylogeny, animals have more sophisticated white matter connectivity; thus, ratios of white-to-gray matter in humans and pigs are higher than in rodents. Swine models provide the opportunity to study the effect of stroke with emphasis on white matter damage and neuroanatomical changes in connectivity, and their pathophysiological correlate. In addition, the subarachnoid space surrounding the swine brain resembles that of humans. This allows the accumulation of blood and clots in subarachnoid hemorrhage models mimicking the clinical condition. The clot accumulation has been reported to mediate pathological mechanisms known to contribute to infarct progression and final damage in stroke patients. Importantly, swine allows trustworthy tracking of brain damage evolution using the same non-invasive multimodal imaging sequences used in the clinical practice. Moreover, several models of comorbidities and pathologies usually found in stroke patients have recently been established in swine. We review here ischemic and hemorrhagic stroke models reported so far in pigs. The advantages and limitations of each model are also discussed.
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- Marc Melià-Sorolla
- Cellular and Molecular Neurobiology Research Group, Department of Neurosciences, Germans Trias i Pujol Research Institute, 08916 Badalona, Catalonia, Spain; (M.M.-S.); (N.D.-R.)
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- Neurointerventional Radiology Unit, Department of Neurosciences, Hospital Germans Trias i Pujol, 08916 Badalona, Catalonia, Spain;
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- Cellular and Molecular Neurobiology Research Group, Department of Neurosciences, Germans Trias i Pujol Research Institute, 08916 Badalona, Catalonia, Spain; (M.M.-S.); (N.D.-R.)
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- Stroke Unit, Department of Neurology, Hospital Germans Trias i Pujol, 08916 Badalona, Catalonia, Spain; (L.R.-E.); (A.D.)
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- Stroke Unit, Department of Neurology, Hospital Germans Trias i Pujol, 08916 Badalona, Catalonia, Spain; (L.R.-E.); (A.D.)
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- Cellular and Molecular Neurobiology Research Group, Department of Neurosciences, Germans Trias i Pujol Research Institute, 08916 Badalona, Catalonia, Spain; (M.M.-S.); (N.D.-R.)
- Department of Cellular Biology, Physiology and Immunology, Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, 08916 Bellaterra, Catalonia, Spain
- Fundació Institut d’Investigació en Ciències de la Salut Germans Trias i Pujol (IGTP), Carretera del Canyet, Camí de les Escoles s/n, Edifici Mar, 08916 Badalona, Catalonia, Spain
- Correspondence: (O.M.-S.); (T.G.); Tel.: +34-930330531 (O.M.-S.)
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- Cellular and Molecular Neurobiology Research Group, Department of Neurosciences, Germans Trias i Pujol Research Institute, 08916 Badalona, Catalonia, Spain; (M.M.-S.); (N.D.-R.)
- Fundació Institut d’Investigació en Ciències de la Salut Germans Trias i Pujol (IGTP), Carretera del Canyet, Camí de les Escoles s/n, Edifici Mar, 08916 Badalona, Catalonia, Spain
- Correspondence: (O.M.-S.); (T.G.); Tel.: +34-930330531 (O.M.-S.)
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Chen Y, Quddusi A, Harrison KA, Ryan PE, Cook DJ. Selection of preclinical models to evaluate intranasal brain cooling for acute ischemic stroke. Brain Circ 2019; 5:160-168. [PMID: 31950091 PMCID: PMC6950506 DOI: 10.4103/bc.bc_20_19] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/31/2019] [Accepted: 10/28/2019] [Indexed: 01/12/2023] Open
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Stroke accounts for a large proportion of global mortality and morbidity. Selective hypothermia, via intranasal cooling devices, is a promising intervention in acute ischemic stroke. However, prior to large clinical trials, preclinical studies in large animal models of ischemic stroke are needed to assess the efficacy, safety, and feasibility of intranasal cooling for selective hypothermia as a neuroprotective strategy. Here, we review the available scientific literature for evidence supporting selective hypothermia and make recommendations of a preclinical, large, animal-based, ischemic stroke model that has the greatest potential for evaluating intranasal cooling for selective hypothermia and neuroprotection. We conclude that among large animal models of focal ischemic stroke including pigs, sheep, dogs, and nonhuman primates (NHPs), cynomolgus macaques have nasal anatomy, nasal vasculature, neuroanatomy, and cerebrovasculature that are most similar to those of humans. Moreover, middle cerebral artery stroke in cynomolgus macaques produces functional and behavioral deficits that are quantifiable to a greater degree of precision and detail than those that can be revealed through available assessments for other large animals. These NHPs are also amenable to extensive neuroimaging studies as a means of monitoring stroke evolution and evaluating infarct size. Hence, we suggest that cynomolgus macaques are best suited to assess the safety and efficacy of intranasal selective hypothermia through an evaluation of hyperacute diffusion-weighted imaging and subsequent investigation of chronic functional recovery, prior to randomized clinical trials in humans.
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- Yining Chen
- Centre for Neuroscience Studies, Queen's University, Kingston, ON, Canada
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- Centre for Neuroscience Studies, Queen's University, Kingston, ON, Canada
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- Centre for Neuroscience Studies, Queen's University, Kingston, ON, Canada
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- Centre for Neuroscience Studies, Queen's University, Kingston, ON, Canada.,Department of Surgery, Division of Neurosurgery, Kingston General Hospital, Kingston, ON, Canada
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Shazeeb MS, King RM, Brooks OW, Puri AS, Henninger N, Boltze J, Gounis MJ. Infarct Evolution in a Large Animal Model of Middle Cerebral Artery Occlusion. Transl Stroke Res 2019; 11:468-480. [PMID: 31478129 DOI: 10.1007/s12975-019-00732-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/17/2019] [Revised: 08/19/2019] [Accepted: 08/21/2019] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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Mechanical thrombectomy for the treatment of ischemic stroke shows high rates of recanalization; however, some patients still have a poor clinical outcome. A proposed reason for this relates to the fact that the ischemic infarct growth differs significantly between patients. While some patients demonstrate rapid evolution of their infarct core (fast evolvers), others have substantial potentially salvageable penumbral tissue even hours after initial vessel occlusion (slow evolvers). We show that the dog middle cerebral artery occlusion model recapitulates this key aspect of human stroke rendering it a highly desirable model to develop novel multimodal treatments to improve clinical outcomes. Moreover, this model is well suited to develop novel image analysis techniques that allow for improved lesion evolution prediction; we provide proof-of-concept that MRI perfusion-based time-to-peak maps can be utilized to predict the rate of infarct growth as validated by apparent diffusion coefficient-derived lesion maps allowing reliable classification of dogs into fast versus slow evolvers enabling more robust study design for interventional research.
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- Mohammed Salman Shazeeb
- New England Center for Stroke Research, Department of Radiology, University of Massachusetts Medical School, Worcester, MA, 01655, USA.
- Image Processing and Analysis Core, Department of Radiology, University of Massachusetts Medical School, Worcester, MA, 01655, USA.
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- New England Center for Stroke Research, Department of Radiology, University of Massachusetts Medical School, Worcester, MA, 01655, USA
- Department of Biomedical Engineering, Worcester Polytechnic Institute, Worcester, MA, 01609, USA
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- New England Center for Stroke Research, Department of Radiology, University of Massachusetts Medical School, Worcester, MA, 01655, USA
- St. George's University School of Medicine, St. George's, West Indies, Grenada
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- New England Center for Stroke Research, Department of Radiology, University of Massachusetts Medical School, Worcester, MA, 01655, USA
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- Department of Neurology, University of Massachusetts Medical School, Worcester, MA, 01655, USA
- Department of Psychiatry, University of Massachusetts Medical School, Worcester, MA, 01655, USA
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- School of Life Sciences, University of Warwick, Coventry, CV4 7AL, UK
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- New England Center for Stroke Research, Department of Radiology, University of Massachusetts Medical School, Worcester, MA, 01655, USA
- Image Processing and Analysis Core, Department of Radiology, University of Massachusetts Medical School, Worcester, MA, 01655, USA
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Jiang JP, Niu XG, Dai C, Ma K, Xu HY, Cheng SX, Zhang ZW, Duan F, Zhu X, Wang YT, Chen XY, Zhang S. Neurological functional evaluation based on accurate motions in big animals with traumatic brain injury. Neural Regen Res 2019; 14:991-996. [PMID: 30762010 PMCID: PMC6404497 DOI: 10.4103/1673-5374.250578] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/13/2022] Open
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An accurate and effective neurological evaluation is indispensable in the treatment and rehabilitation of traumatic brain injury. However, most of the existing evaluation methods in basic research and clinical practice are not objective or intuitive for assessing the neurological function of big animals, and are also difficult to use to qualify the extent of damage and recovery. In the present study, we established a big animal model of traumatic brain injury by impacting the cortical motor region of beagles. At 2 weeks after successful modeling, we detected neurological deficiencies in the animal model using a series of techniques, including three-dimensional motion capture, electromyogram and ground reaction force. These novel technologies may play an increasingly important role in the field of traumatic brain injury diagnosis and rehabilitation in the future. The experimental protocol was approved by the Animal Care and Use Committee of Logistics University of People’s Armed Police Force (approval No. 2017-0006.2).
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- Ji-Peng Jiang
- Center for Neurology and Neurosurgery, Medical Center of People's Armed Policed Force, Key Laboratory of Neurotrauma Repair of Tianjin, Tianjin, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Tianjin Fourth Central Hospital, Tianjin, China
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- Center for Neurology and Neurosurgery, Medical Center of People's Armed Policed Force, Key Laboratory of Neurotrauma Repair of Tianjin, Tianjin, China
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- Center for Neurology and Neurosurgery, Medical Center of People's Armed Policed Force, Key Laboratory of Neurotrauma Repair of Tianjin, Tianjin, China
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- Center for Neurology and Neurosurgery, Medical Center of People's Armed Policed Force, Key Laboratory of Neurotrauma Repair of Tianjin, Tianjin, China
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- Center for Neurology and Neurosurgery, Medical Center of People's Armed Policed Force, Key Laboratory of Neurotrauma Repair of Tianjin, Tianjin, China
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- Department of Automation, College of Computer and Control Engineering, Nankai University, Tianjin, China
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- Department of Automation, College of Computer and Control Engineering, Nankai University, Tianjin, China
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- Graduate School, Tianjin Medical University, Tianjin, China
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- Graduate School, Tianjin Medical University, Tianjin, China
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- Center for Neurology and Neurosurgery, Medical Center of People's Armed Policed Force, Key Laboratory of Neurotrauma Repair of Tianjin, Tianjin, China
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- Center for Neurology and Neurosurgery, Medical Center of People's Armed Policed Force, Key Laboratory of Neurotrauma Repair of Tianjin, Tianjin, China
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Jiang J, Dai C, Niu X, Sun H, Cheng S, Zhang Z, Zhu X, Wang Y, Zhang T, Duan F, Chen X, Zhang S. Establishment of a precise novel brain trauma model in a large animal based on injury of the cerebral motor cortex. J Neurosci Methods 2018; 307:95-105. [PMID: 29960029 DOI: 10.1016/j.jneumeth.2018.06.025] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/29/2018] [Revised: 06/26/2018] [Accepted: 06/26/2018] [Indexed: 10/28/2022]
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BACKGROUND Animal models are essential in simulating clinical diseases and facilitating relevant studies. NEW METHOD We established a precise canine model of traumatic brain injury (TBI) based on cerebral motor cortex injury which was confirmed by neuroimaging, electrophysiology, and a series of motor function assessment methods. Twelve beagles were divided into control, sham, and model groups. The cerebral motor cortex was identified by diffusion tensor imaging (DTI), a simple marker method, and intraoperative electrophysiological measurement. Bony windows were designed by magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan and DTI. During the operation, canines in the control group were under general anesthesia. The canines were operated via bony window craniotomy and dura mater opening in the sham group. After opening of the bony window and dura mater, the motor cortex was impacted by a modified electronic cortical contusion impactor (eCCI) in the model group. RESULTS Postoperative measurements revealed damage to the cerebral motor cortex and functional defects. Comparisons between preoperative and postoperative results demonstrated that the established model was successful. COMPARISON WITH EXISTING METHOD(S) Compared with conventional models, this is the first brain trauma model in large animal that was constructed based on injury to the cerebral motor cortex under the guidance of DTI, a simple marker method, and electrophysiology. CONCLUSION The method used to establish this model can be standardized to enhance reproducibility and provide a stable and precise large animal model of TBI for clinical and basic research.
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- Jipeng Jiang
- Institution of Brain Trauma and Neurology Disease, Key laboratory of neurotrauma repair of Tianjin, Affiliated Hospital of Logistics University of PAP, Chenglin Road No.220, Tianjin 300162, China.
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- Institution of Brain Trauma and Neurology Disease, Key laboratory of neurotrauma repair of Tianjin, Affiliated Hospital of Logistics University of PAP, Chenglin Road No.220, Tianjin 300162, China
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- Institution of Brain Trauma and Neurology Disease, Key laboratory of neurotrauma repair of Tianjin, Affiliated Hospital of Logistics University of PAP, Chenglin Road No.220, Tianjin 300162, China
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- Institution of Brain Trauma and Neurology Disease, Key laboratory of neurotrauma repair of Tianjin, Affiliated Hospital of Logistics University of PAP, Chenglin Road No.220, Tianjin 300162, China
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- Institution of Brain Trauma and Neurology Disease, Key laboratory of neurotrauma repair of Tianjin, Affiliated Hospital of Logistics University of PAP, Chenglin Road No.220, Tianjin 300162, China
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- Department of Automation, College of Computer and Control Engineering, Nankai University, Tongyan Road No.38, Tianjin 300350, China
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- Tianjin Medical University, Qixiangtai Road No.22, Tianjin 300070, China
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- Tianjin Medical University, Qixiangtai Road No.22, Tianjin 300070, China
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- Department of Clinical Laboratory of Affiliated Hospital of Logistics University of PAP, Chenglin Road No.220, Tianjin 300162, China
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- Department of Automation, College of Computer and Control Engineering, Nankai University, Tongyan Road No.38, Tianjin 300350, China
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- Institution of Brain Trauma and Neurology Disease, Key laboratory of neurotrauma repair of Tianjin, Affiliated Hospital of Logistics University of PAP, Chenglin Road No.220, Tianjin 300162, China.
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- Institution of Brain Trauma and Neurology Disease, Key laboratory of neurotrauma repair of Tianjin, Affiliated Hospital of Logistics University of PAP, Chenglin Road No.220, Tianjin 300162, China.
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Effect of Combination Therapy with Neuroprotective and Vasoprotective Agents on Cerebral Ischemia. Can J Neurol Sci 2018; 45:325-331. [DOI: 10.1017/cjn.2018.8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/31/2022]
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AbstractBecause most tested drugs are active against only one of the damaging processes associated with stroke, other mechanisms may cause cellular death. Thus, a combination of protective agents targeting different pathophysiological mechanisms may obtain better effects than a single agent. The major objective of this study was to investigate the effect of combination therapy with vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) and nerve growth factor (NGF) after controlled ischemic brain injury in rabbits.Methods:Animals were randomly assigned to one of the following groups: sham group, saline-treated control group or NGF+VEGF-treated group. Animals received an intracerebral microinjection of VEGF and NGF or saline at 5 or 8 hours after ischemia. The two specified time points of administration were greater than or equal to the existing therapeutic time window for monoterapy with VEGF or NGF alone (3 or 5 hours of ischemia). Infarct volume, water content, neurological deficits, neural cell apoptosis and the expression of caspase-3 and Bcl-2 were measured.Results:Compared with saline-treated controls, the combination therapy of VEGF and NGF significantly reduced infarct volume, water content, neural cell apoptosis and the expression of caspase-3, up-regulated the expression of Bcl-2 and improved functional recovery (bothp<0.01) when administered 5 or 8 hours after ischemia. The earlier the administration the better the neuroprotection.Conclusions:These results showed that the combination therapy with VEGF and NGF provided neuroprotective effects. In addition, the time window of combination treatment should be at least 8 hours after ischemia, which was wider than monotherapy.RÉSUMÉ:Les effets d’une polythérapie combinant agents neuro-protecteurs et agents vasoprotecteurs dans les cas d’ischémie cérébrale.Contexte:Étant donné que la plupart des médicaments préalablement testés tendent à n’agir contre seulement un des processus de dommage associés aux AVC, il est possible que d’autres processus entraînent une mort cellulaire. À cet effet, il se pourrait qu’une combinaison d’agents protecteurs ciblant divers mécanismes physiopathologiques permette d’obtenir de meilleurs résultats qu’un simple agent. Après avoir suscité de façon contrôlée des lésions cérébrales ischémiques chez des lapins, l’objectif principal de la présente étude a donc été de se pencher sur l’impact d’une polythérapie combinant la protéine dite « facteur de croissance de l’endothélium vasculaire » (ou « VEGF » en anglais) avec le « facteur de croissance des nerfs » (ou « NGF » en anglais).Méthodes:Les animaux ont été attribués au hasard à l’un des groupes suivants : ceux ayant reçu un traitement fictif ; ceux, du groupe témoin, ayant bénéficié d’un traitement à base de solution saline ; et finalement ceux ayant été traités au moyen des VEGF et NGF. À noter que les lapins ont reçu une micro-injection intracérébrale de VEGF et de NGF ou de solution saline 5 heures ou 8 heures à la suite de leur AVC. Ces deux délais d’administration des VEGF et NGF sont équivalents ou supérieurs aux délais actuels d’administration des VEGF ou NGF à titre de monothérapie (3 heures ou 5 heures à la suite d’un AVC). Tant le volume des infarctus, le contenu en eau, les déficits neurologiques ainsi causés, l’apoptose des neurones que l’expression des protéases caspase 3 et des protéines Bcl-2 ont été mesurés.Résultats:Si on la compare au traitement à base de solution saline administré au groupe témoin, la polythérapie à base de VEGF et de NGF, lorsqu’administrée 5 heures ou 8 heures à la suite de l’AVC, a su réduire de façon notable le volume des infarctus, le contenu en eau, l’apoptose des neurones et l’expression des protéases caspase 3. Elle a également permis de réguler à la hausse l’expression des protéines Bcl-2 en plus d’entraîner une amélioration de la récupération fonctionnelle (p< 0,01 pour ces deux aspects). Ainsi donc, plus tôt l’on opte pour cette polythérapie, meilleure sera la neuroprotection encourue.Conclusions:Ces résultats démontrent que la polythérapie à base de VEGF et de NGF procure des effets neuroprotecteurs. Quant au délai d’administration de ce traitement combinatoire, il devrait être d’au moins 8 heures à la suite d’un AVC, ce qui est plus élevé que la monothérapie.
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Wang Y, Zhang H, Wang Z, Liu H, Tian X, Yu J, Chen C. Therapeutic effect of nerve growth factor on canine cerebral infarction evaluated by MRI. Oncotarget 2018; 9:3741-3751. [PMID: 29423079 PMCID: PMC5790496 DOI: 10.18632/oncotarget.23345] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/22/2017] [Accepted: 11/16/2017] [Indexed: 11/25/2022] Open
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To explore therapeutic effect of nerve growth factor (NGF) on cerebral infarction by establishing canine middle cerebral artery occlusion (MCAO) infarct model. The magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) technology was used to study effects of NGF on cerebral infarction, and the results of MRI indexes (such as diffusion-weighted imaging (DWI) and perfusion-weighted imaging (PWI)) were compared with the results of pathology, cell biology and molecular biology. The clinical manifestations of the canine infarction model treated by NGF were significantly improved within 7 days compared with control group. The therapeutic evaluation of NGF effect could be determine by canine cerebral infarction treated by NGF within 6 hours according to DWI and PWI. From 6 hours to 7 days, therapeutic evaluation of NGF could be determine by T1WI, T2WI and FLAIR. DWI and PWI could find the change of cerebral ischemia at the early stage, provide advantages for qualitative diagnosis of early-stage cerebral infarction and observation of efficacy in early treatment, initially showing that their great potential for NGF role on cerebral ischemia and mechanism.
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- Yong Wang
- Department of Radiology, The Second Hospital of Hebei Medical University, Shijiazhuang, Hebei Province 050000, China
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- Department of Radiology, Hebei General Hospital, Shijiazhuang, Hebei Province 050051, China
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- Department of Computer Science, Clinical College of Hebei Medical University, Shijiazhuang, Hebei Province 050031, China
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- Department of Radiology, The Second Hospital of Hebei Medical University, Shijiazhuang, Hebei Province 050000, China
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- Department of Radiology, The Second Hospital of Hebei Medical University, Shijiazhuang, Hebei Province 050000, China
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- Department of Radiology, The Second Hospital of Hebei Medical University, Shijiazhuang, Hebei Province 050000, China
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- Department of Radiology, The Second Hospital of Hebei Medical University, Shijiazhuang, Hebei Province 050000, China
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Wu G, Jiao Y, Wu J, Ren S, Wang L, Tang Z, Zhou H. Rosiglitazone Infusion Therapy Following Minimally Invasive Surgery for Intracranial Hemorrhage Evacuation Decreased Perihematomal Glutamate Content and Blood-Brain Barrier Permeability in Rabbits. World Neurosurg 2017; 111:e40-e46. [PMID: 29203310 DOI: 10.1016/j.wneu.2017.11.145] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/21/2017] [Revised: 11/23/2017] [Accepted: 11/25/2017] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To observe effects of rosiglitazone (RSG) infusion therapy on perihematomal peroxisome-proliferator-activated receptor gamma (PPARγ), glutamate, blood-brain barrier (BBB) permeability, and brain edema. METHODS Fifty male rabbits (2.8-3.4 kg) were randomly assigned to a normal control (NC) group, model control (MC) group, RSG group, minimally invasive surgery (MIS) group, or MIS and RSG (MIS+RSG) group. Intracranial hemorrhage was induced in all rabbits except for the NC group. MIS procedures were performed to evacuate the intracranial hemorrhage 6 hours after the intracranial hemorrhage model was prepared successfully. The animals were sacrificed on day 7, and the perihematomal brain tissue was obtained to determine PPARγ, glutamate, and BBB permeability. RESULTS Compared with the MC group, the MIS group displayed a remarkable decrease in PPARγ, glutamate, and BBB permeability. The RSG group showed similar results in glutamate level and BBB permeability but a significant increase in PPARγ. The MIS+RSG group displayed an increase in PPARγ and a more significant decrease in glutamate, BBB permeability, and neurologicl deficit scores compared with the other groups. CONCLUSIONS Performing MIS followed by RSG infusion therapy might increase PPARγ expression and might be more efficacious for reducing glutamate level and BBB permeability and improving neurologic function than MIS or RSG therapy used alone.
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- Guofeng Wu
- Department of Neurology, Affiliated Hospital of Guizhou Medical University, Guiyang City, China.
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- Department of Neurology, Affiliated Hospital of Guizhou Medical University, Guiyang City, China
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- Department of Neurology, Affiliated Hospital of Guizhou Medical University, Guiyang City, China
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- Department of Neurology, Affiliated Hospital of Guizhou Medical University, Guiyang City, China
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- Department of Neurology, Affiliated Hospital of Guizhou Medical University, Guiyang City, China
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- Department of Neurology, Affiliated Tongji Hospital of Huazhong University of Science & Technology, Hubei, China.
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- Department of Neurology, Affiliated Huashan Hospital of Fudan University, Shanghai City, China
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Wu G, Wang F, Wang L, Shi J, Yu H, Zhang Y. Minimally Invasive Surgery for Evacuating the Intracerebral Hematoma in Early Stages Decreased Secondary Damages to the Internal Capsule in Dog Model of ICH Observed by Diffusion Tensor Imaging. J Stroke Cerebrovasc Dis 2017; 26:701-710. [PMID: 28089093 DOI: 10.1016/j.jstrokecerebrovasdis.2014.12.013] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/19/2014] [Revised: 11/02/2014] [Accepted: 12/08/2014] [Indexed: 10/20/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Diffusion tensor imaging was used to observe the effects of performing early minimally invasive surgery (MIS) on internal capsule in dog model of intracerebral hemorrhage (ICH). METHODS Twenty-five male dogs were selected to prepare an ICH model, and then they were randomly distributed into a model control (MC) group (5 dogs) or an MIS group (20 dogs). In the MIS group, the intracerebral hematoma was evacuated by stereotactic minimally invasive procedures over 6 hours (5 dogs), 12 hours (5 dogs), 18 hours (5 dogs), or 24 hours (5 dogs) after successful induction of ICH. The same procedure was performed in the MC group but without evacuating the hematoma. All the animals were sacrificed within 2 weeks after the hematoma was surgically evacuated. The neurologic deficit score and diffusion tensor imaging (DTI) were observed before and after the MIS. The perihematomal blood-brain barrier (BBB) permeability and the brain water content (BWC) were measured 2 weeks after the hematoma was surgically evacuated. RESULTS The DTI demonstrated that integrity of the internal capsule restored largely after surgery and the fractional anisotropy (FA) values of the internal capsule on the hematoma side increased significantly as compared with those in the MC group or those before surgery in the same group. The postoperative ratios of FA values of each MIS subgroup increased compared with the MC group and those before surgery in the same subgroup before operation. The neurologic deficit score, the perihematomal BBB permeability, and the BWC of each MIS subgroup decreased significantly compared with those of the MC group. The 6-12-hour group displayed a more favorable result. CONCLUSIONS Performing the MIS in the early stage (6-12 hours) after ICH could decrease the secondary damages to the internal capsule so as to promote the recovery of motor function. The optimal time window for MIS should be within 6-12 hours after onset of ICH.
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- Guofeng Wu
- Emergency Department, Affiliated Hospital, Guiyang Medical College, Guiyang City, Guizhou Province, PRC.
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- Department of Neurology, Affiliated Hospital, Guiyang Medical College, Guiyang City, Guizhou Province, PRC
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- Emergency Department, Affiliated Hospital, Guiyang Medical College, Guiyang City, Guizhou Province, PRC
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- Department of Neurology, Affiliated Hospital, Guiyang Medical College, Guiyang City, Guizhou Province, PRC
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- Department of Radiology of Affiliated Hospital, Guiyang Medical College, Guiyang City, Guizhou Province, PRC
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- Department of Radiology of Affiliated Hospital, Guiyang Medical College, Guiyang City, Guizhou Province, PRC
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Atchaneeyasakul K, Guada L, Ramdas K, Watanabe M, Bhattacharya P, Raval AP, Yavagal DR. Large animal canine endovascular ischemic stroke models: A review. Brain Res Bull 2016; 127:134-140. [PMID: 27496066 DOI: 10.1016/j.brainresbull.2016.07.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/31/2016] [Revised: 07/10/2016] [Accepted: 07/12/2016] [Indexed: 02/08/2023]
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BACKGROUND Stroke is one of the leading causes of death and long-term disability worldwide. Recent exciting developments in the field with endovascular treatments have shown excellent outcomes in acute ischemic stroke. Prior to translating these treatments to human populations, a large-animal ischemic stroke model is needed. With the advent of new technologies in digital subtraction angiography, less invasive endovascular stroke models have been developed. Canines have gyrencephalic brain similar to human brain and accessible neurovascular anatomy for stroke model creation. Canine stroke model can be widely utilized to understand the disease process of stroke and to develop novel treatment. Less invasive endovascular internal carotid emboli injection and coil embolization methods can be used to simulate transient or permanent middle cerebral artery occlusion. Major restriction includes the extensive collateral circulation of canine cerebral arteries that can limit the stroke size. Transient internal carotid artery occlusion can decrease collateral circulation and increase stroke size to some degree. Additional method of manipulating the extent of collateral circulation needs to be studied. Other types of canine stroke models, including vertebral artery occlusion and basilar artery occlusion, can also be accomplished by endovascular thrombi injection. CONCLUSIONS We extensively review the literature on endovascular technique of creating canine ischemic stroke models and their application in finding new therapies for ischemic stroke.
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- Kunakorn Atchaneeyasakul
- Neurology Department/Interventional Division, University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, Miami, FL 33136, United States
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- Neurology Department/Interventional Division, University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, Miami, FL 33136, United States
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- Neurology Department/Interventional Division, University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, Miami, FL 33136, United States
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- Neurology Department/Interventional Division, University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, Miami, FL 33136, United States
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- Neurology Department/Interventional Division, University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, Miami, FL 33136, United States
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- Neurology Department/Interventional Division, University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, Miami, FL 33136, United States
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- Neurology Department/Interventional Division, University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, Miami, FL 33136, United States.
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Wu G, Wu J, Wang L, Jiao Y, Zhou H, Tang Z. Minimally invasive surgery for ICH evacuation followed by rosiglitazone infusion therapy increased perihematomal PPARγ expression and improved neurological outcomes in rabbits. Neurol Res 2016; 38:261-8. [PMID: 27082035 DOI: 10.1080/01616412.2015.1105627] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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OBJECTIVES To observe the effects of minimally invasive surgery (MIS) for intracerebral hematoma (ICH) evacuation followed by rosiglitazone infusion therapy on peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor-gamma (PPARγ), blood-brain barrier (BBB) permeability, and neurological function. METHODS A total of 75 male rabbits (2.8-3.4 kg) were randomly assigned to a normal control group (NC group), a model control group (MC group), a rosiglitazone group (RSG group), a minimally invasive treatment group (MIS group) or a MIS combined with rosiglitazone group (MIS+RSG group). ICH was induced in all of the animals except for those in the NC group. The rosiglitazone was infused into the hematoma area in the RSG group and the MIS+RSG group. A MIS was performed to evacuate the ICH 6 h after the successful preparation of the ICH model in the MIS group and the MIS+RSG group. Each group included 15 rabbits and was divided equally into 3 subgroups (each subgroup included 5 rabbits that were killed on day 1, day 3, or day 7). Neurological deficit scores were determined, and the perihematomal brain tissue was removed to determine the PPARγ level and BBB permeability. RESULTS Neurological deficit scores, perihematomal PPARγ levels, and BBB permeability were all significantly increased in the MC group compared to the NC group. Performing the MIS alone to evacuate the ICH resulted in a marked decrease in these indices. The RSG used alone increased PPARγ levels and decreased BBB disruption. The MIS+RSG group displayed a marked increase in PPARγ levels and a more significant decrease in BBB permeability and neurological deficit scores. CONCLUSIONS Performing MIS followed by PPARγ agonist infusion therapy is more efficacious for reducing secondary damage to the brain and improving neurological function.
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- Guofeng Wu
- a Department of Emergency , Affiliated Hospital of Guizhou Medical University , Guiyang City , Guizhou Province , China
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- a Department of Emergency , Affiliated Hospital of Guizhou Medical University , Guiyang City , Guizhou Province , China
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- a Department of Emergency , Affiliated Hospital of Guizhou Medical University , Guiyang City , Guizhou Province , China
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- a Department of Emergency , Affiliated Hospital of Guizhou Medical University , Guiyang City , Guizhou Province , China
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- b Department of Neurology , Affiliated Huashan Hospital of Fudan University , Shanghai , China
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- c Department of Neurology , Affiliated Tongji Hospital of Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology , Wuhan City , Hubei Province , China
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Snyder JM, Meisner A, Mack D, Goddard M, Coulter IT, Grange R, Childers MK. Validity of a Neurological Scoring System for Canine X-Linked Myotubular Myopathy. HUM GENE THER CL DEV 2016; 26:131-7. [PMID: 26086764 DOI: 10.1089/humc.2015.049] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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A simple clinical neurological test was developed to evaluate response to gene therapy in a preclinical canine model of X-linked myotubular myopathy (XLMTM). This devastating congenital myopathy is caused by mutation in the myotubularin (MTM1) gene. Clinical signs include muscle weakness, early respiratory failure, and ventilator dependence. A spontaneously occurring canine model has a similar clinical picture and histological abnormalities on muscle biopsy compared with patients. We developed a neuromuscular assessment score, graded on a scale from 10 (normal) to 1 (unable to maintain sternal recumbency). We hypothesize that this neurological assessment score correlates with genotype and established measures of disease severity and is reliable when performed by an independent observer. At 17 weeks of age, there was strong correlation between neurological assessment scores and established methods of severity testing. The neurological severity score correctly differentiated between XLMTM and wild-type dogs with good interobserver reliability, on the basis of strong agreement between neurological scores assigned by independent observers. Together, these data indicate that the neurological scoring system developed for this canine congenital neuromuscular disorder is reliable and valid. This scoring system may be helpful in evaluating response to therapy in preclinical testing in this disease model, such as response to gene therapy.
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- Jessica M Snyder
- 1 Department of Comparative Medicine, University of Washington , Seattle, WA 98195
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- 2 Department of Biostatistics, University of Washington , Seattle, WA 98195
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- 3 Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, University of Washington , Seattle, WA 98195.,4 Institute for Stem Cell and Regenerative Medicine, School of Medicine, University of Washington , Seattle, WA 98195
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- 4 Institute for Stem Cell and Regenerative Medicine, School of Medicine, University of Washington , Seattle, WA 98195.,5 Department of Integrative Physiology and Pharmacology, Wake Forest University , Winston Salem, NC 27101
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- 4 Institute for Stem Cell and Regenerative Medicine, School of Medicine, University of Washington , Seattle, WA 98195
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- 6 Department of Human Nutrition, Foods and Exercise, Virginia Tech University , Blacksburg, VA 24061
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- 3 Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, University of Washington , Seattle, WA 98195.,4 Institute for Stem Cell and Regenerative Medicine, School of Medicine, University of Washington , Seattle, WA 98195
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A review on animal models of stroke: An update. Brain Res Bull 2016; 122:35-44. [PMID: 26902651 DOI: 10.1016/j.brainresbull.2016.02.016] [Citation(s) in RCA: 57] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/17/2015] [Revised: 02/15/2016] [Accepted: 02/17/2016] [Indexed: 01/11/2023]
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Stroke is one of the major healthcare challenges prevailing across the globe due to its significant rate of mortality and morbidity. Stroke is multifactorial in nature and involves several cellular and molecular signaling cascades that make the pathogenesis complex and treatment difficult. For a deeper understanding of the diverse pathological mechanisms and molecular & cellular cascades during stroke, animal modeling serves as a reliable and an effective tool. This also helps to develop and critically analyse various neuroprotective strategies for the mitigation of this devastating disease. Animal modeling for stroke has been revolutionized with the development of newer and more relevant models or approaches that mimic the clinical setting of stroke to a greater extent. This review analyses experimental models of stroke (ischemic and hemorrhagic) and their reliability in stroke situation. Besides this, the review also stresses upon the use of various preclinical models to understand the pathophysiological mechanisms that operate during stroke and to elucidate new, safe and effective neuroprotective agents to combat this life threatening healthcare concern.
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Goddard MA, Mack DL, Czerniecki SM, Kelly VE, Snyder JM, Grange RW, Lawlor MW, Smith BK, Beggs AH, Childers MK. Muscle pathology, limb strength, walking gait, respiratory function and neurological impairment establish disease progression in the p.N155K canine model of X-linked myotubular myopathy. ANNALS OF TRANSLATIONAL MEDICINE 2015; 3:262. [PMID: 26605308 DOI: 10.3978/j.issn.2305-5839.2015.10.31] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/20/2023]
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BACKGROUND Loss-of-function mutations in the myotubularin (MTM1) gene cause X-linked myotubular myopathy (XLMTM), a fatal, inherited pediatric disease that affects the entire skeletal musculature. Labrador retriever dogs carrying an MTM1 missense mutation exhibit strongly reduced synthesis of myotubularin, the founder member of a lipid phosphatase required for normal skeletal muscle function. The resulting canine phenotype resembles that of human patients with comparably severe mutations, and survival does not normally exceed 4 months. METHODS We studied MTM1 mutant dogs (n=7) and their age-matched control littermates (n=6) between the ages of 10 and 25 weeks. Investigators blinded to the animal identities sequentially measured limb muscle pathology, fore- and hind limb strength, walking gait, respiratory function and neurological impairment. RESULTS MTM1-mutant puppies display centrally-nucleated myofibers of reduced size and disrupted sarcotubular architecture progressing until the end of life, an average of 17 weeks. In-life measures of fore- and hind limb strength establish the rate at which XLMTM muscles weaken, and their corresponding decrease in gait velocity and stride length. Pulmonary function tests in affected dogs reveal a right-shifted relationship between peak inspiratory flow (PIF) and inspiratory time (TI); neurological assessments indicate that affected puppies as young as 10 weeks show early signs of neurological impairment (neurological severity score, NSS =8.6±0.9) with progressive decline (NSS =5.6±1.7 at 17 weeks-of-age). CONCLUSIONS Our findings document the rate of disease progression in a large animal model of XLMTM and lay a foundation for preclinical studies.
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- Melissa A Goddard
- 1 Institute for Stem Cell and Regenerative Medicine, 2 Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, School of Medicine, University of Washington, Seattle, Washington, USA ; 3 Department of Comparative Medicine, University of Washington, Seattle, Washington, USA ; 4 Department of Human Nutrition, Foods and Exercise, Virginia Polytechnic and State University, Blacksburg, Virginia, USA ; 5 Division of Pediatric Pathology, Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, WI, USA ; 6 Department of Physical Therapy, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, USA ; 7 The Manton Center for Orphan Disease Research, Division of Genetics and Genomics, Boston Children's Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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- 1 Institute for Stem Cell and Regenerative Medicine, 2 Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, School of Medicine, University of Washington, Seattle, Washington, USA ; 3 Department of Comparative Medicine, University of Washington, Seattle, Washington, USA ; 4 Department of Human Nutrition, Foods and Exercise, Virginia Polytechnic and State University, Blacksburg, Virginia, USA ; 5 Division of Pediatric Pathology, Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, WI, USA ; 6 Department of Physical Therapy, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, USA ; 7 The Manton Center for Orphan Disease Research, Division of Genetics and Genomics, Boston Children's Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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- 1 Institute for Stem Cell and Regenerative Medicine, 2 Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, School of Medicine, University of Washington, Seattle, Washington, USA ; 3 Department of Comparative Medicine, University of Washington, Seattle, Washington, USA ; 4 Department of Human Nutrition, Foods and Exercise, Virginia Polytechnic and State University, Blacksburg, Virginia, USA ; 5 Division of Pediatric Pathology, Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, WI, USA ; 6 Department of Physical Therapy, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, USA ; 7 The Manton Center for Orphan Disease Research, Division of Genetics and Genomics, Boston Children's Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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- 1 Institute for Stem Cell and Regenerative Medicine, 2 Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, School of Medicine, University of Washington, Seattle, Washington, USA ; 3 Department of Comparative Medicine, University of Washington, Seattle, Washington, USA ; 4 Department of Human Nutrition, Foods and Exercise, Virginia Polytechnic and State University, Blacksburg, Virginia, USA ; 5 Division of Pediatric Pathology, Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, WI, USA ; 6 Department of Physical Therapy, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, USA ; 7 The Manton Center for Orphan Disease Research, Division of Genetics and Genomics, Boston Children's Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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- 1 Institute for Stem Cell and Regenerative Medicine, 2 Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, School of Medicine, University of Washington, Seattle, Washington, USA ; 3 Department of Comparative Medicine, University of Washington, Seattle, Washington, USA ; 4 Department of Human Nutrition, Foods and Exercise, Virginia Polytechnic and State University, Blacksburg, Virginia, USA ; 5 Division of Pediatric Pathology, Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, WI, USA ; 6 Department of Physical Therapy, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, USA ; 7 The Manton Center for Orphan Disease Research, Division of Genetics and Genomics, Boston Children's Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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- 1 Institute for Stem Cell and Regenerative Medicine, 2 Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, School of Medicine, University of Washington, Seattle, Washington, USA ; 3 Department of Comparative Medicine, University of Washington, Seattle, Washington, USA ; 4 Department of Human Nutrition, Foods and Exercise, Virginia Polytechnic and State University, Blacksburg, Virginia, USA ; 5 Division of Pediatric Pathology, Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, WI, USA ; 6 Department of Physical Therapy, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, USA ; 7 The Manton Center for Orphan Disease Research, Division of Genetics and Genomics, Boston Children's Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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- 1 Institute for Stem Cell and Regenerative Medicine, 2 Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, School of Medicine, University of Washington, Seattle, Washington, USA ; 3 Department of Comparative Medicine, University of Washington, Seattle, Washington, USA ; 4 Department of Human Nutrition, Foods and Exercise, Virginia Polytechnic and State University, Blacksburg, Virginia, USA ; 5 Division of Pediatric Pathology, Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, WI, USA ; 6 Department of Physical Therapy, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, USA ; 7 The Manton Center for Orphan Disease Research, Division of Genetics and Genomics, Boston Children's Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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- 1 Institute for Stem Cell and Regenerative Medicine, 2 Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, School of Medicine, University of Washington, Seattle, Washington, USA ; 3 Department of Comparative Medicine, University of Washington, Seattle, Washington, USA ; 4 Department of Human Nutrition, Foods and Exercise, Virginia Polytechnic and State University, Blacksburg, Virginia, USA ; 5 Division of Pediatric Pathology, Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, WI, USA ; 6 Department of Physical Therapy, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, USA ; 7 The Manton Center for Orphan Disease Research, Division of Genetics and Genomics, Boston Children's Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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- 1 Institute for Stem Cell and Regenerative Medicine, 2 Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, School of Medicine, University of Washington, Seattle, Washington, USA ; 3 Department of Comparative Medicine, University of Washington, Seattle, Washington, USA ; 4 Department of Human Nutrition, Foods and Exercise, Virginia Polytechnic and State University, Blacksburg, Virginia, USA ; 5 Division of Pediatric Pathology, Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, WI, USA ; 6 Department of Physical Therapy, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, USA ; 7 The Manton Center for Orphan Disease Research, Division of Genetics and Genomics, Boston Children's Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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- 1 Institute for Stem Cell and Regenerative Medicine, 2 Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, School of Medicine, University of Washington, Seattle, Washington, USA ; 3 Department of Comparative Medicine, University of Washington, Seattle, Washington, USA ; 4 Department of Human Nutrition, Foods and Exercise, Virginia Polytechnic and State University, Blacksburg, Virginia, USA ; 5 Division of Pediatric Pathology, Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, WI, USA ; 6 Department of Physical Therapy, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, USA ; 7 The Manton Center for Orphan Disease Research, Division of Genetics and Genomics, Boston Children's Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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Zhu HT, Bian C, Yuan JC, Liao XJ, Liu W, Zhu G, Feng H, Lin JK. Hyperbaric oxygen therapy ameliorates acute brain injury after porcine intracerebral hemorrhage at high altitude. Crit Care 2015; 19:255. [PMID: 26073666 PMCID: PMC4522125 DOI: 10.1186/s13054-015-0976-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/20/2015] [Accepted: 06/04/2015] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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Introduction Intracerebral hemorrhage (ICH) at high altitude is not well understood to date. This study investigates the effects of high altitude on ICH, and examines the acute neuroprotection of hyperbaric oxygen (HBO) therapy against high-altitude ICH. Methods Minipigs were placed in a hypobaric chamber for 72 h before the operation. ICH was induced by an infusion of autologous arterial blood (3 ml) into the right basal ganglia. Animals in the high-altitude ICH group received HBO therapy (2.5 ATA for 60 min) 30 min after ICH. Blood gas, blood glucose and brain tissue oxygen partial pressure (PbtO2) were monitored continuously for animals from all groups, as were microdialysis products including glucose, lactate, pyruvate and glutamate in perihematomal tissue from 3 to 12 h post-ICH. Results High-altitude ICH animals showed significantly lower PbtO2, higher lactate/pyruvate ratio (LPR) and glutamate levels than low-altitude ICH animals. More severe neurological deficits, brain edema and neuronal damage were also observed in high-altitude ICH. After HBO therapy, PbtO2 was significantly increased and LPR and glutamate levels were significantly decreased. Brain edema, neurological deficits and neuronal damage were also ameliorated. Conclusions The data suggested a more serious disturbance of tissue oxygenation and cerebral metabolism in the acute stage after ICH at high altitude. Early HBO treatment reduced acute brain injury, perhaps through a mechanism involving the amelioration of the derangement of cerebral oxygenation and metabolism following high-altitude ICH.
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- Hai-tao Zhu
- Department of Neurosurgery, Southwest Hospital, Third Military Medical University, 30 Gaotanyan Street, Chongqing, 400038, China.
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- Department of Military Psychology, College of Psychology, Third Military Medical University, 30 Gaotanyan Street, Chongqing, 400038, China.
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Southwest Hospital, Third Military Medical University, 30 Gaotanyan Street, Chongqing, 400038, China.
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Southwest Hospital, Third Military Medical University, 30 Gaotanyan Street, Chongqing, 400038, China.
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Southwest Hospital, Third Military Medical University, 30 Gaotanyan Street, Chongqing, 400038, China.
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Southwest Hospital, Third Military Medical University, 30 Gaotanyan Street, Chongqing, 400038, China.
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Southwest Hospital, Third Military Medical University, 30 Gaotanyan Street, Chongqing, 400038, China.
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Southwest Hospital, Third Military Medical University, 30 Gaotanyan Street, Chongqing, 400038, China.
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Snyder JM, Meisner A, Mack D, Goddard M, Coulter IT, Grange R, Childers M. Validity of a neurological scoring system for canine X-linked myotubular myopathy. HUM GENE THER CL DEV 2015. [DOI: 10.1089/hum.2015.049] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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Wu G, Wu J, Jiao Y, Wang L, Wang F, Zhang Y. Rosiglitazone infusion therapy following minimally invasive surgery for intracerebral hemorrhage evacuation decreases matrix metalloproteinase-9 and blood-brain barrier disruption in rabbits. BMC Neurol 2015; 15:37. [PMID: 26021445 PMCID: PMC4472168 DOI: 10.1186/s12883-015-0287-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/25/2014] [Accepted: 02/25/2015] [Indexed: 01/10/2023] Open
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Background The objective of this study was to investigate the effects of Rosiglitazone (RSG) infusion therapy following minimally invasive surgery (MIS) for intracerebral hemorrhage(ICH) evacuation on perihematomal secondary brain damage as assessed by MMP-9 levels, blood–brain barrier (BBB) permeability and neurological function. Methods A total of 40 male rabbits (2.8–3.4 kg) was randomly assigned to a normal control group (NC group; 10 rabbits), a model control group (MC group; 10 rabbits), a minimally invasive treatment group (MIS group; 10 rabbits) or a combined MIS and RSG group (MIS + RSG group; 10 rabbits). ICH was induced in all the animals, except for the NC group. MIS was performed to evacuate ICH 6 hours after the successful preparation of the ICH model in the MIS and MIS + RSG groups. The animals in the MC group underwent the same procedures for ICH evacuation but without hematoma aspiration, and the NC group was subjected to sham surgical procedures. The neurological deficit scores (Purdy score) and ICH volumes were determined on days 1, 3 and 7. All of the animals were sacrificed on day 7, and the perihematomal brain tissue was removed to determine the levels of PPARγ, MMP-9, BBB permeability and brain water content (BWC). Results The Purdy score, perihematomal PPARγ levels, BBB permeability, and BWC were all significantly increased in the MC group compared to the NC group. After performing the MIS for evacuating the ICH, the Purdy score and the ICH volume were decreased on days 1, 3 and 7 compared to the MC group. A remarkable decrease in perihematomal levels of PPARγ, MMP-9, BBB permeability and BWC were observed. The MIS + RSG group displayed a remarkable increase in PPARγ as well as significant decrease in MMP-9, BBB permeability and BWC compared with the MIS group. Conclusions RSG infusion therapy following MIS for ICH treatment might be more efficacious for reducing the levels of MMP-9 and secondary brain damage than MIS therapy alone.
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- Guofeng Wu
- Emergency Department, Guizhou Medical University, No. 28, Guiyijie Road, Liuguangmen, Postal code 550004, Guiyang City, Guizhou Province, People's Republic of China.
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- Department of Neurology of Affiliated Hospital, Guizhou Medical University, No. 28, Guiyijie Road, Liuguangmen, Postal code 550004, Guiyang City, Guizhou Province, People's Republic of China.
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- Department of Neurology of Affiliated Hospital, Guizhou Medical University, No. 28, Guiyijie Road, Liuguangmen, Postal code 550004, Guiyang City, Guizhou Province, People's Republic of China.
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- Emergency Department, Guizhou Medical University, No. 28, Guiyijie Road, Liuguangmen, Postal code 550004, Guiyang City, Guizhou Province, People's Republic of China.
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- Department of Neurology of Affiliated Hospital, Guizhou Medical University, No. 28, Guiyijie Road, Liuguangmen, Postal code 550004, Guiyang City, Guizhou Province, People's Republic of China.
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- Department of Medical Images of Affiliated Hospital, Guizhou Medical University, No. 28, Guiyijie Road, Liuguangmen, Postal code 550004, Guiyang City, Guizhou Province, People's Republic of China.
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Wang L, Wang F, Wu G, Shi J. Early-stage minimally invasive procedures decrease perihematomal endothelin-1 levels and improve neurological functioning in a rabbit model of intracerebral hemorrhage. Neurol Res 2014; 37:320-7. [PMID: 25258111 DOI: 10.1179/1743132814y.0000000446] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/31/2022]
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INTRODUCTION To determine the effects of minimally invasive surgery (MIS) at various stages after intracerebral hemorrhage (ICH) on perihematomal endothelin (ET)-1 levels and neurological functioning. METHODS Sixty rabbits were randomly distributed into a model control group (MC group, 30 rabbits) or a MIS group (MI group, 30 rabbits). An ICH model was established in all animals. In the MI group, ICH was evacuated by MIS at 6, 12, 18, 24, and 48 hours (six rabbits at each time point) after the ICH was established. The animals in the MC group underwent the same procedures for ICH evacuation, but with a sham operation without hematoma aspiration. All the animals were sacrificed 7 days after the ICH was established. Neurological deficit scores were determined, and the perihematomal brain tissue was removed to determine the ET-1 levels, blood-brain barrier (BBB) permeability, and brain water content (BWC). RESULTS The neurological deficit scores, perihematomal ET-1 levels, BBB permeability, and BWC all decreased significantly in the MI group compared to the MC group. Performing the MIS for evacuating the ICH at 6 hours resulted in the most remarkable decreases in these indices, followed by a significant difference observed at 12 hours within the MI subgroups. CONCLUSIONS Performing MIS at 6-12 hours after ICH resulted in the most significant decreases in neurological deficit scores, ET-1 levels, BBB permeability, and brain edema. The optimal time window for performing MIS for ICH evacuation might be within 6-12 hours after hemorrhage.
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Wu G, Shi J, Wang F, Wang L, Feng A, Ren S. Effects of minimally invasive procedures for evacuation of intracerebral hematoma in early stages on MMP-9 and BBB permeability in rabbits. BMC Neurol 2014; 14:85. [PMID: 24739149 PMCID: PMC4012277 DOI: 10.1186/1471-2377-14-85] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/20/2013] [Accepted: 04/08/2014] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND The effects of performing a minimally invasive procedure at different stages after intracerebral hemorrhage on perihematomal MMP-9 expression and blood-brain barrier (BBB) permeability were evaluated. METHODS Sixty rabbits were randomly distributed into a model control group (MC group, 30 rabbits) or a minimally invasive group (MI group, 30 rabbits). A model of intracerebral hemorrhage was established in the MC and MI group. In the MI group, the intracerebral hematoma was evacuated by stereotactic minimally invasive procedures over 6 hours (6 rabbits), 12 hours (6 rabbits), 18 hours (6 rabbits) 24 hours or 48 hours (6 rabbits) following successful induction of intracerebral hemorrhage. The same procedure was performed in the MC group at the same time point but without evacuating the hematoma. All the animals were sacrificed within two weeks after the hematoma was surgically evacuated. A neurological deficit score was determined, and the perihematomal MMP-9 level and the BBB permeability were measured. RESULTS The neurological deficit score, perihematomal MMP-9 level and BBB permeability of the MI group decreased significantly compared to the MC group. Performing the MI procedure 6-12 h after intracerebral hemorrhage showed the most favorable outcome. CONCLUSIONS Regarding the pathophysiological changes surrounding the hematoma, the optimal time window of performing MI procedures for the intracerebral hematoma evacuation might be within 6-12 h after hemorrhage.
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- Guofeng Wu
- Emergency Department of Affiliated Hospital, Guiyang Medical College, No, 28, Guiyijie Road, Liuguangmen, Guiyang City, Guizhou Province, 550004 PR China.
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Guan YM, Zhu Y, Liu XC, Huang HL, Wang ZW, Liu B, Zhu YZ, Wang QS. Effect of human umbilical cord blood mesenchymal stem cell transplantation on neuronal metabolites in ischemic rabbits. BMC Neurosci 2014; 15:41. [PMID: 24635873 PMCID: PMC3995438 DOI: 10.1186/1471-2202-15-41] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/15/2013] [Accepted: 03/12/2014] [Indexed: 12/20/2022] Open
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Background Because there is little research on the effects of transplanted stem cells on neuronal metabolites in infarct areas, we transplanted human umbilical cord blood mesenchymal stem cells (hUCB-MSCs) into cerebral ischemic rabbits and examined the neuronal metabolites. Results Rabbits (n = 40) were equally divided into sham, middle cerebral artery occlusion (MCAO), hUCB-MSC, and saline groups. The rabbit ischemic model was established by MCAO. The effects of hUCB-MSC transplantation were assessed by proton magnetic resonance spectroscopy (1H-MRS), neurological severity scores (NSSs), infarct area volume, neuronal density, and optical density (OD) of microtubule-associated protein 2 (MAP2)-positive cells. We also evaluated complete blood cell counts(CBCs) and serum biochemical parameters. NSSs in the hUCB-MSC group at 7 and 14 days after reperfusion were lower than in MCAO and saline groups (p < 0.05). Compared with MCAO and saline groups at 2 weeks after MCAO, the infarction volume in the hUCB-MSC group had decreased remarkably (p < 0.05). Significant neuronal metabolic changes occurred in the infarct area at 24 h and 2 weeks after MCAO. 1H-MRS revealed an elevation in the lactate (Lac)/creatine including phosphocreatine (Cr) ratio and a decrease in the N-acetylaspartate (NAA)/Cr and choline-containing phospholipids (Cho)/Cr ratios at 24 h after MCAO in the MCAO group (p < 0.01). Compared with saline and MCAO groups at 24 h and 2 weeks after MCAO, NAA/Cr and Cho/Cr ratios had increased significantly, whereas the Lac/Cr ratio had decreased significantly in the hUCB-MSC group (p < 0.01). Neuronal density and OD of MAP2-positive cells in the MCAO group were significantly lower than those in the sham group, whereas the neuronal density and OD of MAP2-positive cells in the hUCB-MSC group were higher than those in MCAO and saline groups (p < 0.05). CBCs and biochemical parameters were unchanged in the MCAO group at 24 h and 2 weeks after hUCB-MSC transplantation. Conclusions Transplanted hUCB-MSCs might ameliorate ischemic damage by influencing neuronal metabolites in the infarct area, providing additional evidence for neuroprotection by stem cells. No significant changes were observed in CBCs or serum biochemical parameters, suggesting that intravenous infusion of hUCB-MSCs is safe for rabbits in the short-term.
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- Department of Neurology, The 105th Hospital of PLA, Clinic College, Anhui Medical University, Hefei 230031, China.
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Perihematomal glutamate level is associated with the blood-brain barrier disruption in a rabbit model of intracerebral hemorrhage. SPRINGERPLUS 2013; 2:358. [PMID: 23961420 PMCID: PMC3738910 DOI: 10.1186/2193-1801-2-358] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/11/2013] [Accepted: 07/08/2013] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
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Objective To observe the relationship between the perihematomal glutamate levels and the blood–brain barrier (BBB) permeability in a rabbit model of intracerebral hemorrhage (ICH). Methods Seventy-two rabbits were randomly divided into an intracerebral hemorrhage (ICH) model group and a normal control (NC) group, and each group of 36 rabbits was subsequently divided into 6, 12, 18, 24, 48 and 72 h groups (n = 6 each). An ICH model was induced by stereotactic injection of autologous, arterial, non-anticoagulated blood into rabbit basal ganglia. The same procedures were performed in the NC group, but blood was not injected. The rabbits were sacrificed at specific time points after the experiment began depending on their group. Perihematomal brain tissues were collected to determine glutamate levels, BBB permeability and brain water content (BWC). Results All of the assessed parameters were increased 6 hour after blood infusion and continued to gradually increase, peaking at 48 hours. Differences were observed when ICH values were compared with those of the NC group (p < 0.05). Conclusions Perihematomal glutamate increased significantly after ICH. High levels of glutamate are closely associated with BBB disruption and the brain edema. Therefore, glutamate may play an important role in the pathogenesis of secondary brain injury after (ICH).
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Yang JP, Liu HJ, Liu RC. A modified rabbit model of stroke: evaluation using clinical MRI scanner. Neurol Res 2013; 31:1092-6. [DOI: 10.1179/174313209x405100] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/31/2022]
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Zhu H, Li F, Zou M, Xue X, Yuan J, Feng H, Lin J. Experimental high-altitude intracerebral hemorrhage in minipigs: histology, behavior, and intracranial pressure in a double-injection model. Acta Neurochir (Wien) 2013; 155:655-61. [PMID: 23322012 DOI: 10.1007/s00701-013-1618-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/24/2012] [Accepted: 01/02/2013] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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BACKGROUND Specific pathophysiological mechanism in intracerebral hemorrhage (ICH) at high altitude is unclear, and at present, there is no relevant and suitable animal model. METHODS A hypobaric chamber was used to simulate an altitude of 4,000 m. Autologous arterial blood (3 ml) was slowly infused into the right basal ganglia of minipigs by a double-injection method for producing ICH. RESULTS The intracranial pressure and neurological score of the high-altitude group were significantly higher than those of the low-altitude (plain) group. The brain water contents and pathological lesions of perihematoma tissue were more severe in the high-altitude group. CONCLUSIONS The injury resulting from ICH at high altitude was more severe than that in the plain group. This model was able to produce controllable and reproducible hematomas and visible neurological deficits, which may be useful for future studies of the pathophysiology and functional rehabilitation of high-altitude ICH disease.
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- Haitao Zhu
- Department of Neurosurgery, Southwest Hospital, Third Military Medical University, Gaotanyan 30, Chongqing, 400038, China
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Wu G, Sun S, Long X, Wang L, Ren S. Early stage minimally invasive procedures reduce perihematomal MMP-9 and blood-brain barrier disruption in a rabbit model of intracerebral hemorrhage. Neurol Res 2013; 35:649-58. [PMID: 23561043 DOI: 10.1179/1743132813y.0000000189] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/31/2022]
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INTRODUCTION The effects of performing a minimally invasive procedure at different stages after intracerebral hemorrhage (ICH) on perifocal MMP-9 expression and blood-brain barrier (BBB) permeability were evaluated. METHODS Thirty-six rabbits were randomly distributed into a normal control group (NC group, six rabbits), a model control group (MC group, six rabbits), and a minimally invasive group (MI group, 24 rabbits). A model of ICH was established in the MC and MI groups. In the MI group, the intracerebral hematoma was evacuated by stereotactic minimally invasive procedures over 6 hours (six rabbits), 12 hours (six rabbits), 18 hours (six rabbits), and 24 hours (six rabbits), following successful induction of ICH. All animals were sacrificed within 48 hours after the hematoma was surgically evacuated. A neurological deficit score was determined, and the perihematomal MMP-9 level and the BBB permeability were measured. RESULTS The neurological deficit score, the perihematomal MMP-9 level, and the BBB permeability of the MI group were decreased significantly compared with the MC group. Performing the MI procedure 6-12 hours after ICH showed the most significant decrease in MMP-9, BBB permeability, and neurological deficit score. CONCLUSION The optimal time window of performing MI procedures for the intracerebral hematoma evacuation might be within 6-12 hours after hemorrhage.
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- Guofeng Wu
- Department of Emergency, Affiliated Hospital, Guiyang Medical College, Guizhou Province, China.
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Wu G, Wang L, Wang F, Feng A, Sheng F. Minimally invasive procedures for intracerebral hematoma evacuation in early stages decrease perihematomal glutamate level and improve neurological function in a rabbit model of ICH. Brain Res 2012. [PMID: 23183043 DOI: 10.1016/j.brainres.2012.11.023] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/01/2022]
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INTRODUCTION To observe the effects of performing a minimally invasive procedure at different stages after intracerebral hemorrhage (ICH) on perihematomal glutamate level and neurological function. METHODS Forty-eight rabbits were randomly placed into a model control group (MC group, 24 rabbits) or a minimally invasive group (MI group, 24 rabbits). An ICH model was established in all of the animals. In the MI group, the ICH was evacuated by minimally invasive procedures in 6h (6 rabbits), 12h (6 rabbits), 18h (6 rabbits) and 24h (6 rabbits) after the ICH model was successfully induced. All of the animals were sacrificed within 48h after the hematoma was evacuated by surgery. A neurological deficit score was determined, and the perihematomal glutamate level and the BBB permeability were measured. RESULTS The neurological deficit score, perihematomal glutamate level and BBB permeability of the MI group were decreased significantly compared with the MC group. Performing the minimally invasive procedures in 6-12 h after ICH showed the most significant decreases of the glutamate level, BBB permeability and neurological deficit score. CONCLUSIONS The optimal time window of performing the minimally invasive procedures for the intracerebral hematoma evacuation might be within 6-12 h after hemorrhage.
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- Guofeng Wu
- Emergency Department, Affiliated Hospital of Guiyang Medical College, No. 28, Guiyijie Road, Liuguangmen, Guiyang City, Guizhou Province 550004, PR China.
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Yu Q, Lin Y, Yang P, Wang Y, Zhao S, Yang P, Fan J, Liu E. C-reactive protein is associated with the progression of acute embolic stroke in rabbit model. J Thromb Thrombolysis 2012; 33:301-7. [PMID: 21874402 DOI: 10.1007/s11239-011-0627-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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Several lines of evidence have shown that plasma C-reactive protein (CRP) is associated with increased risk of stroke; however, previous studies were not adequately powered to assess whether plasma CRP levels are associated with stroke progression. In the current study, we designed a rabbit stroke model and investigated the relationship between plasma CRP and infarcted brain tissue. To produce a rabbit stroke model, we injected autologous thrombi into the left internal carotid artery. The plasma CRP levels were measured by ELISA at 0.5, 3, 6, 9, and 12 h poststroke. At 12 h, the rabbits were sacrificed, and the whole brains were examined by H & E and immunohistochemical staining with a monoclonal antibody against rabbit CRP. CRP mRNA expression in the infarcted tissue was evaluated by RT-PCR. Plasma CRP was markedly increased after embolic stroke. Plasma CRP positively correlated with the cerebral infarct area (r = 0.98, P < 0.01). Immunohistochemical staining revealed that CRP was frequently present in the infarcted area but not in normal cerebral tissue. RT-PCR showed that CRP was expressed in infarcted brain tissue. The plasma CRP level was significantly elevated after stroke and was closely correlated with the size of infarction, suggesting that CRP is an ideal marker to assess the acute embolic stroke.
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- Qi Yu
- Research Institute of Atherosclerotic Disease, Xi'an Jiaotong University School of Medicine, Xi'an, China
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Yang J, Guo L, Liu R, Liu H. Neuroprotective effects of VEGF administration after focal cerebral ischemia/reperfusion: Dose response and time window. Neurochem Int 2012; 60:592-6. [DOI: 10.1016/j.neuint.2012.02.020] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/15/2011] [Revised: 01/25/2012] [Accepted: 02/20/2012] [Indexed: 01/17/2023]
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Wu G, Sheng F, Wang L, Wang F. The pathophysiological time window study of performing minimally invasive procedures for the intracerebral hematoma evacuation in rabbit. Brain Res 2012; 1465:57-65. [PMID: 22658751 DOI: 10.1016/j.brainres.2012.04.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 25] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/28/2012] [Revised: 03/20/2012] [Accepted: 04/05/2012] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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The objective of this study was to observe the pathophysiological time window of performing minimally invasive procedures for the intracerebral hematoma evacuation. Thirty-six rabbits were randomly placed in either a normal control group (NC group, 6 rabbits), a model control group (MC group, 6 rabbits) or a minimally invasive group (MI group, 24 rabbits). A model of intracerebral hemorrhage (ICH) was established in the MC and MI groups. In the MI group, the intracerebral hematoma was evacuated by stereotactic minimally invasive procedures over 6h (6 rabbits), 12h (6 rabbits), 18 h (6 rabbits) and 24h (6 rabbits), following successful induction of ICH. All of the animals in each group were sacrificed 48 h after the successful induction of ICH. Perihematomal brain tissues were removed to determine the glutamate level, BBB permeability and brain water content (BWC). The perihematomal glutamate level, BBB permeability and the BWC in the MI group were significantly decreased compared with those of the MC group. Performing minimally invasive procedures for evacuation of ICH in 6h showed the most remarkable decrease of the glutamate level, BBB permeability and BWC, followed by a significant difference observed at 12h within the MI subgroups. Performing minimally invasive procedures in early stages after ICH for the hematoma evacuation could decrease the perihematomal glutamate level, BBB permeability and BWC significantly. The pathophysiological time window of minimally invasive procedures for hematoma evacuation might be 6-12h after hemorrhage.
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- Guofeng Wu
- Department of Neurology, Affiliated Hospital, Guiyang Medical College, No. 28, Guiyijie Road, Liuguangmen, Guiyang City, Guizhou Province 550004, PR China.
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Wang L, Wu G, Sheng F, Wang F, Feng A. Minimally invasive procedures reduce perihematomal endothelin-1 levels and the permeability of the BBB in a rabbit model of intracerebral hematoma. Neurol Sci 2012; 34:41-9. [PMID: 22311641 DOI: 10.1007/s10072-012-0962-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/18/2011] [Accepted: 01/23/2012] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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To observe the effects of minimally invasive procedures for the evacuation of intracerebral hematomas on perihematomal ET-1 expression and their correlation with blood-brain barrier (BBB) permeability. Forty-five rabbits (2.8-3.4 kg body weight) were randomly divided into a normal control group (NC group, 15 rabbits), a model control group (MC group, 15 rabbits) and a minimally invasive group (MI group, 15 rabbits). A model of intracerebral hemorrhage (ICH) was prepared in the MC and MI groups by infusing autologous arterial blood into the rabbits' brains; the same procedure was also performed in the NC group but without infusing blood into the rabbits' brains. The intracerebral hematomas were evacuated by a stereotactic procedure in the minimally invasive group 6 h after the model was established. The neurological functions, ET-1 expression and the perihematomal BBB permeability were determined and analyzed in all of the animals. The number of endothelial cells with ET-1-positive expression and the perihematomal BBB permeability significantly increased 1, 3, and 7 days after the ICH model was prepared successfully, as compared to the NC group. In the MI group, however, both measurements decreased markedly compared with the MC group at the same time point. A positive correlation between the number of endothelial cells with ET-1-positive expression and BBB permeability was observed. Increased BBB permeability might be associated with perihematomal ET-1 levels. Minimally invasive procedures for the evacuation of intracerebral hematomas could significantly decrease BBB permeability in perihematomal brain tissues, likely by reducing the production of ET-1.
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- Likun Wang
- Department of Neurology, Affiliated Hospital, Guiyang Medical College, Guiyang, Guizhou 550004, People's Republic of China
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Therapeutic time window for the neuroprotective effects of NGF when administered after focal cerebral ischemia. Neurol Sci 2011; 32:433-41. [PMID: 21409508 DOI: 10.1007/s10072-011-0512-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 26] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/06/2009] [Accepted: 02/24/2011] [Indexed: 01/19/2023]
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In the present study, we evaluated the neuroprotection time window for nerve growth factor (NGF) after ischemia/reperfusion brain injury in rabbits as related to this anti-apoptosis mechanism. Male New Zealand rabbits were subjected to 2 h of middle cerebral artery occlusion (MCAO), followed by 70 h of reperfusion. NGF was administered after injury to evaluate the time window. Neurological deficits, infarct volume, neural cell apoptosis and expressions of caspase-3 and Bcl-2 were measured. Compared to saline-treated control, NGF treatment at 2, 3 and 5 h after MCAO significantly reduced infarct volume, neural cell apoptosis and expression of caspase-3 (P < 0.01), up-regulated the expression of Bcl-2 and improved functional recovery (P < 0.01). However, treatment at latter time points did not produce significant neuroprotection. Neuroprotection treatment with NGF provides an extended time window of up to 5 h after ischemia/reperfusion brain injury, in part by attenuating the apoptosis.
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Chung DJ, Choi CB, Lee SH, Kang EH, Lee JH, Hwang SH, Han H, Lee JH, Choe BY, Lee SY, Kim HY. Intraarterially delivered human umbilical cord blood-derived mesenchymal stem cells in canine cerebral ischemia. J Neurosci Res 2010; 87:3554-67. [PMID: 19642203 DOI: 10.1002/jnr.22162] [Citation(s) in RCA: 63] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/08/2022]
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The present study examined the effects of human umbilical cord blood-derived mesenchymal stem cells (HUCB-derived MSCs) delivered through the basilar artery in a canine thromboembolic brain ischemia model. Cerebral ischemia was induced through occlusion of the middle cerebral artery by injecting thrombus emboli into 10 beagles. In the HUCBC group (n = 5), 1 x 10(6) HUCB-derived MSCs were transplanted through the basilar artery 1 day after ischemic induction using an endovascular interventional approach. In the control group (n = 5), phosphate-buffered saline (PBS) was injected in the same manner in as the HUCBC group. Upon neurobehavioral examination, earlier recovery was observed in the HUCBC group. The HUCBC group showed a decrease in the infarction volume at 1 week after cerebral ischemic induction, whereas the control group showed an increase in the infarction volume at 1 week, by magnetic resonance image analysis. Transplanted cells had differentiated into neurons and astrocytes and were observed in and around endothelial cells that were positive for von Willebrand factor (vWF). HUCB-derived MSCs expressed neuroprotective factors, such as brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) and vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF), at 4 weeks after the transplantation. The transplanted cells demonstrated their efficacy by reducing the infarction lesion volume and through earlier recovery from the neurological deficit. These results suggest that intraarterial transplantation of HUCB-derived MSCs could be useful in clinical treatment of cerebral ischemia.
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- Dai-Jung Chung
- Department of Veterinary Surgery, College of Veterinary Medicine, Konkuk University, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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Shah A, Garzon-Muvdi T, Mahajan R, Duenas VJ, Quiñones-Hinojosa A. Animal models of neurological disease. ADVANCES IN EXPERIMENTAL MEDICINE AND BIOLOGY 2010; 671:23-40. [PMID: 20455493 DOI: 10.1007/978-1-4419-5819-8_3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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The use of animal models to study human pathology has proved valuable in a number of fields. Animal models of neurological disease have successfully and accurately recreated many aspects of human illness allowing for in-depth study ofneuropathophysiology. These models have been the source of a plethora of information, such as the importance of certain molecular mechanisms and genetic contributions in neurological disease. Additionally, animal models have been utilized in the discovery and testing of possible therapeutic treatments. Although most neurological diseases are still not yet completely understood and reliable treatment is lacking, animal models provide a major step in the right direction.
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- Amol Shah
- UCSD School of Medicine, San Diego, California, USA
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Yu Z, Chen LF, Li XF, Zhang DP, Chen YM, Wu WF, Hu CL. A double-injection model of intracerebral hemorrhage in rabbits. J Clin Neurosci 2009; 16:545-8. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jocn.2008.04.026] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/09/2008] [Accepted: 04/27/2008] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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Kang BT, Lee JH, Jung DI, Park C, Gu SH, Jeon HW, Jang DP, Lim CY, Quan FS, Kim YB, Cho ZH, Woo EJ, Park HM. Canine model of ischemic stroke with permanent middle cerebral artery occlusion: clinical and histopathological findings. J Vet Sci 2008; 8:369-76. [PMID: 17993751 PMCID: PMC2868153 DOI: 10.4142/jvs.2007.8.4.369] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022] Open
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The aim of the present study was to assess the clinical and histopathological findings in a canine model of ischemic stroke. Cerebral ischemic stroke was induced by middle cerebral artery occlusion in four healthy beagle dogs using silicone plugs. They showed neurological signs of forebrain dysfunction such as reduced responsiveness, head turning, circling, postural reaction deficits, perceptual deficits, and hemianopsia. These signs gradually regressed within 4 weeks without therapy. On magnetic resonance imaging, T2 hyperintensity and T1 hypointensity were found in the cerebral cortex and basal ganglia. These lesions were well-defined and sharply demarcated from adjacent brain parenchyma with a homogenous appearance. No abnormalities of the cerebrospinal fluid were observed. At necropsy, atrophic and necrotic lesions were observed in the cerebral cortex. The cerebral cortex, basal ganglia, and thalamus were partially unstained with triphenyl- tetrazolium chloride. Histopathologically, typical features of infarction were identified in cortical and thalamic lesions. This study demonstrates that our canine model resembles the conditions of real stroke patients.
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- Byeong-Teck Kang
- Department of Veterinary Internal Medicine, College of Veterinary Medicine, Konkuk University, Seoul 143-701, Korea
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Durukan A, Tatlisumak T. Acute ischemic stroke: overview of major experimental rodent models, pathophysiology, and therapy of focal cerebral ischemia. Pharmacol Biochem Behav 2007; 87:179-97. [PMID: 17521716 DOI: 10.1016/j.pbb.2007.04.015] [Citation(s) in RCA: 501] [Impact Index Per Article: 29.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/04/2006] [Revised: 04/16/2007] [Accepted: 04/19/2007] [Indexed: 12/22/2022]
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Ischemic stroke is a devastating disease with a complex pathophysiology. Animal modeling of ischemic stroke serves as an indispensable tool first to investigate mechanisms of ischemic cerebral injury, secondly to develop novel antiischemic regimens. Most of the stroke models are carried on rodents. Each model has its particular strengths and weaknesses. Mimicking all aspects of human stroke in one animal model is not possible since ischemic stroke is itself a very heterogeneous disorder. Experimental ischemic stroke models contribute to our understanding of the events occurring in ischemic and reperfused brain. Major approaches developed to treat acute ischemic stroke fall into two categories, thrombolysis and neuroprotection. Trials aimed to evaluate effectiveness of recombinant tissue-type plasminogen activator in longer time windows with finer selection of patients based on magnetic resonance imaging tools and trials of novel recanalization methods are ongoing. Despite the failure of most neuroprotective drugs during the last two decades, there are good chances to soon have effective neuroprotectives with the help of improved preclinical testing and clinical trial design. In this article, we focus on various rodent animal models, pathogenic mechanisms, and promising therapeutic approaches of ischemic stroke.
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- Aysan Durukan
- Department of Neurology, Helsinki University Central Hospital, Biomedicum Helsinki, POB 700, Haartmaninkatu 8, 00290 Helsinki, Finland.
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Purdy P, White CL, Batjer H, Brewer K, Hodges K, Samson D. Intracarotid hydroxyethyl methacrylate solution causing stroke in dogs. J Neurosurg 1990; 73:756-9. [PMID: 2213166 DOI: 10.3171/jns.1990.73.5.0756] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/30/2022]
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Hydroxyethyl methacrylate (HEMA) has been advocated as a polymerizing solution with which to prevent deflation of detachable balloons in interventional neuroradiology. It is pertinent to know if unpolymerized HEMA would have untoward effects if accidentally released into the carotid artery by balloon rupture or deflation. Seven mongrel dogs underwent transfemoral catheterization of the common carotid artery and subsequent injection of HEMA solution in volumes of 1 cc in five dogs, 2 cc in one, and 4 cc in one. Angiography performed at the time of injection revealed evidence of intravascular thrombosis as well as possible spasm. Three surviving animals were sacrificed at 48 hours; the brains were fixed and examined histopathologically. One brain was normal and one was autolyzed and could not be examined. Five of the seven animals had histopathologically documented cerebral infarctions of varying size. No foreign substance was seen within the blood vessels to suggest intravascular polymerization. The animals injected with 2 or 4 cc HEMA solution did not survive 48 hours. Literature review reveals little documentation of the toxicology of intravascular HEMA. With its increasing popularity as a compound for polymerization in detachable balloons introduced into the brain, further investigations are warranted to understand the physical properties of the compound and potential risks of its use.
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- P Purdy
- Department of Radiology, University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas
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