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Kim JY, Rhim WK, Lee SY, Park JM, Song DH, Cha SG, Lee SH, Hwang DY, Kim BJ, Rho S, Ahn TK, Park CG, Han DK. Hybrid Nanoparticle Engineered with Transforming Growth Factor -β1-Overexpressed Extracellular Vesicle and Cartilage-Targeted Anti-Inflammatory Liposome for Osteoarthritis. ACS NANO 2024; 18:33937-33952. [PMID: 39648484 DOI: 10.1021/acsnano.4c07992] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/10/2024]
Abstract
Extracellular vesicles (EVs) possess the characteristics of their parent cells, based on which various studies have actively investigated treatments for diseases using mesenchymal stem cell-derived EVs due to their regenerative activity. Furthermore, in recent years, there have been significant efforts to engineer EVs to improve their native activities and integrate additional functions. Although both endogenous and exogenous methods are used for engineering EVs, endogenous methods may pose the problem of administering substances to cells undergoing metabolic changes, which can cause potential side effects. In addition, exogenous methods may have the limitation of losing beneficial factors inside EVs due to membrane disruption during engineering processes. Surface modification of EVs may also impair efficiency due to the presence of proteins on the EV surface. Therefore, in this study, a stable and efficient engineering method was achieved through the ethanol-mediated hybridization of EVs and functionalized lipid nanoparticles (LNPs) with a fusogenic lipid component. During hybridization, the internal bioactive factors and targeting moiety were maintained to possess the characteristics of both LNPs and EVs. The Ab-Hybrid, which was successfully synthesized through hybridization with nicotinamide-encapsulated and Col2A1 antibody-modified liposome and Transforming growth factor-β1 (TGF-β1)-overexpressed EVs, was administered to osteoarthritis (OA)-induced rats undergoing the destabilization of the medial meniscus surgery. Ultimately, the Ab-Hybrid demonstrated excellent chondroprotective and anti-inflammatory effects with targeting and long-lasting properties in OA lesions. We anticipate that this approach for manufacturing hybrid particles will serve as a valuable EV engineering method and a versatile platform technology applicable to various diseases.
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- Jun Yong Kim
- Department of Biomedical Science, CHA University, 335 Pangyo-ro, Bundang-gu, Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do 13488, Republic of Korea
- Department of Biomedical Engineering, Sungkyunkwan University (SKKU), 2066 Seobu-ro, Jangan-gu, Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do 16419, Republic of Korea
- Intelligent Precision of Healthcare Convergence, SKKU Institute for Convergence, Sungkyunkwan University (SKKU), 2066 Seobu-ro, Jangan-gu, Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do 16419, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Biomedical Science, CHA University, 335 Pangyo-ro, Bundang-gu, Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do 13488, Republic of Korea
- Department of Ophthalmology, CHA Bundang Medical Center, CHA University, Seongnam-si 13496, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Biomedical Science, CHA University, 335 Pangyo-ro, Bundang-gu, Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do 13488, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Biomedical Science, CHA University, 335 Pangyo-ro, Bundang-gu, Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do 13488, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Biomedical Science, CHA University, 335 Pangyo-ro, Bundang-gu, Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do 13488, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Biomedical Science, CHA University, 335 Pangyo-ro, Bundang-gu, Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do 13488, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Biomedical Science, CHA University, 335 Pangyo-ro, Bundang-gu, Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do 13488, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Biomedical Science, CHA University, 335 Pangyo-ro, Bundang-gu, Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do 13488, Republic of Korea
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- ATEMs, Jeongui-ro 8-gil, Songpa-gu, Seoul-si 05836, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Ophthalmology, CHA Bundang Medical Center, CHA University, Seongnam-si 13496, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, CHA Bundang Medical Center CHA University, Seongnam-si 13496, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering, Sungkyunkwan University (SKKU), 2066 Seobu-ro, Jangan-gu, Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do 16419, Republic of Korea
- Intelligent Precision of Healthcare Convergence, SKKU Institute for Convergence, Sungkyunkwan University (SKKU), 2066 Seobu-ro, Jangan-gu, Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do 16419, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Biomedical Science, CHA University, 335 Pangyo-ro, Bundang-gu, Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do 13488, Republic of Korea
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Wang M, Wang J, Xu X, Li E, Xu P. Engineering gene-activated bioprinted scaffolds for enhancing articular cartilage repair. Mater Today Bio 2024; 29:101351. [PMID: 39649247 PMCID: PMC11621797 DOI: 10.1016/j.mtbio.2024.101351] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/29/2024] [Revised: 11/14/2024] [Accepted: 11/18/2024] [Indexed: 12/10/2024] Open
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Untreated articular cartilage injuries often result in severe chronic pain and dyskinesia. Current repair strategies have limitations in effectively promoting articular cartilage repair, underscoring the need for innovative therapeutic approaches. A gene-activated matrix (GAM) is a promising and comprehensive therapeutic strategy that integrates tissue-engineered scaffold-guided gene therapy to promote long-term articular cartilage repair by enhancing gene retention, reducing gene loss, and regulating gene release. However, for effective articular cartilage repair, the GAM scaffold must mimic the complex gradient structure of natural articular cartilage. Three-dimensional (3D) bioprinting technology has emerged as a compelling solution, offering the ability to precisely create complex microstructures that mimic the natural articular cartilage. In this review, we summarize the recent research progress on GAM and 3D bioprinted scaffolds in articular cartilage tissue engineering (CTE), while also exploring future challenges and development directions. This review aims to provide new ideas and concepts for the development of gene-activated bioprinted scaffolds with specific properties tailored to meet the stringent requirements of articular cartilage repair.
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- Min Wang
- Honghui Hospital, Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, 710000, China
- Xi'an Key Laboratory of Pathogenesis and Precision Treatment of Arthritis, Xi'an, 710000, China
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- Honghui Hospital, Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, 710000, China
- Xi'an Key Laboratory of Pathogenesis and Precision Treatment of Arthritis, Xi'an, 710000, China
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- Honghui Hospital, Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, 710000, China
- Xi'an Key Laboratory of Pathogenesis and Precision Treatment of Arthritis, Xi'an, 710000, China
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- Honghui Hospital, Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, 710000, China
- Xi'an Key Laboratory of Pathogenesis and Precision Treatment of Arthritis, Xi'an, 710000, China
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- Honghui Hospital, Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, 710000, China
- Xi'an Key Laboratory of Pathogenesis and Precision Treatment of Arthritis, Xi'an, 710000, China
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Ahmadpoor X, Sun J, Douglas N, Zhu W, Lin H. Hydrogel-Enhanced Autologous Chondrocyte Implantation for Cartilage Regeneration-An Update on Preclinical Studies. Bioengineering (Basel) 2024; 11:1164. [PMID: 39593824 PMCID: PMC11591888 DOI: 10.3390/bioengineering11111164] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/24/2024] [Revised: 11/07/2024] [Accepted: 11/12/2024] [Indexed: 11/28/2024] Open
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Autologous chondrocyte implantation (ACI) and matrix-induced ACI (MACI) have demonstrated improved clinical outcomes and reduced revision rates for treating osteochondral and chondral defects. However, their ability to achieve lasting, fully functional repair remains limited. To overcome these challenges, scaffold-enhanced ACI, particularly utilizing hydrogel-based biomaterials, has emerged as an innovative strategy. These biomaterials are intended to mimic the biological composition, structural organization, and biomechanical properties of native articular cartilage. This review aims to provide comprehensive and up-to-date information on advancements in hydrogel-enhanced ACI from the past decade. We begin with a brief introduction to cartilage biology, mechanisms of cartilage injury, and the evolution of surgical techniques, particularly looking at ACI. Subsequently, we review the diversity of hydrogel scaffolds currently undergoing development and evaluation in preclinical studies for articular cartilage regeneration, emphasizing chondrocyte-laden hydrogels applicable to ACI. Finally, we address the key challenges impeding effective clinical translation, with particular attention to issues surrounding fixation and integration, aiming to inform and guide the future progression of tissue engineering strategies.
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- Xenab Ahmadpoor
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, 450 Technology Drive, Rm 217, Pittsburgh, PA 15219, USA; (X.A.); (J.S.)
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, 450 Technology Drive, Rm 217, Pittsburgh, PA 15219, USA; (X.A.); (J.S.)
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- Department of Molecular Oncology, University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, 450 Technology Drive, Rm 217, Pittsburgh, PA 15219, USA;
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- Department of Sports Medicine, The First Affiliated Hospital of Shenzhen University, Shenzhen Second People’s Hospital, Shenzhen 518025, China
- Clinical College of the Second Shenzhen Hospital, Anhui Medical University, Shenzhen 518025, China
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, 450 Technology Drive, Rm 217, Pittsburgh, PA 15219, USA; (X.A.); (J.S.)
- Department of Bioengineering, University of Pittsburgh Swanson School of Engineering, 450 Technology Drive, Rm 217, Pittsburgh, PA 15219, USA
- Orland Bethel Family Musculoskeletal Research Center, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA 15260, USA
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Akhlagh A, Iraji A, Daneshi SS, Kian M, Jamshidzadeh A, Zare S, Tanideh N, Naseh M, Mussin NM, Kurmanalina MA, Tamadon A. Therapeutic potential of resveratrol and autologous chondrocytes in male rat knee joint cartilage repair. Nat Prod Res 2024:1-15. [PMID: 39552490 DOI: 10.1080/14786419.2024.2429111] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/04/2024] [Accepted: 11/07/2024] [Indexed: 11/19/2024]
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Osteochondral defects (OCDs) in synovial joints are caused by trauma or inflammatory joint diseases, with no definitive treatment available. This study examined the effects of resveratrol and chondrocyte injections in a rat model of OCD. Twenty-four male Sprague-Dawley rats were divided into four groups: a control group, a resveratrol-only group (10 mg/kg), a chondrocyte-only group (1 × 105 cells), and a combined treatment group that received both treatments. After two months, the rats were euthanized, and their knee joints were analysed histologically and immunohistochemically. The results showed that the combined resveratrol and chondrocyte treatment significantly reduced fibrous tissue, increased cartilage tissue volume, improved cellular distribution, and enhanced the regularity of the articular surface. Collagen types I and II and proteoglycan levels were also elevated. These findings suggest that the combination of resveratrol and chondrocytes has a synergistic effect, promoting effective OCD repair in this rat model, offering potential for future therapeutic approaches.
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- Alireza Akhlagh
- Student Research Committee, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran
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- Stem Cells Technology Research Center, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran
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- Stem Cells Technology Research Center, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran
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- Student Research Committee, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran
- Department of Comparative Biomedical Sciences, School of Advanced Medical Sciences and Technologies, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran
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- Department of Pharmacology-Toxicology, School of Pharmacy, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran
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- Stem Cells Technology Research Center, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran
- PerciaVista R&D Co., Shiraz, Iran
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- Stem Cells Technology Research Center, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran
- Department of Pharmacology, School of Medicine, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran
- PerciaVista R&D Co., Shiraz, Iran
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- Histomorphometry and Stereology Research Center, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran
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- Department of Surgery No. 2, West Kazakhstan Marat Ospanov Medical University, Aktobe, Kazakhstan
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- Department of Therapeutic and Prosthetic Dentistry, West Kazakhstan Marat Ospanov Medical University, Aktobe, Kazakhstan
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- Stem Cells Technology Research Center, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran
- PerciaVista R&D Co., Shiraz, Iran
- Department of Natural Sciences, West Kazakhstan Marat Ospanov Medical University, Aktobe, Kazakhstan
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Effanga VE, Akilbekova D, Mukasheva F, Zhao X, Kalyon DM, Erisken C. In Vitro Investigation of 3D Printed Hydrogel Scaffolds with Electrospun Tidemark Component for Modeling Osteochondral Interface. Gels 2024; 10:745. [PMID: 39590101 PMCID: PMC11593412 DOI: 10.3390/gels10110745] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/13/2024] [Revised: 10/23/2024] [Accepted: 11/13/2024] [Indexed: 11/28/2024] Open
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Osteochondral (OC) tissue plays a crucial role due to its ability to connect bone and cartilage tissues. To address the complexity of structure and functionality at the bone-cartilage interface, relevant to the presence of the tidemark as a critical element at the bone-cartilage boundary, we fabricated graded scaffolds through sequential 3D printing. The scaffold's bottom layer was based on a gelatin/oxidized alginate mixture enriched with hydroxyapatite (HAp) to create a rougher surface and larger pores to promote osteogenesis. In contrast, the upper layer was engineered to have smaller pores and aimed to promote cartilage tissue formation and mimic the physical properties of the cartilage. An electrospun ε-polycaprolactone (PCL) membrane with micrometer-range pores was incorporated between the layers to replicate the function of tidemark-a barrier to prevent vascularization of cartilage from subchondral bone tissue. In vitro cell studies confirmed the viability of the cells on the layers of the scaffolds and the ability of PCL mesh to prevent cellular migration. The fabricated scaffolds were thoroughly characterized, and their mechanical properties were compared to native OC tissue, demonstrating suitability for OC tissue engineering and graft modeling. The distance of gradient of mineral concentration was found to be 151 µm for grafts and the native OC interface.
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- Victoria Effiong Effanga
- Department of Chemical and Materials Engineering, School of Engineering and Digital Sciences, Nazarbayev University, 010000 Astana, Kazakhstan; (V.E.E.); (D.A.); (F.M.)
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- Department of Chemical and Materials Engineering, School of Engineering and Digital Sciences, Nazarbayev University, 010000 Astana, Kazakhstan; (V.E.E.); (D.A.); (F.M.)
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- Department of Chemical and Materials Engineering, School of Engineering and Digital Sciences, Nazarbayev University, 010000 Astana, Kazakhstan; (V.E.E.); (D.A.); (F.M.)
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- Department of Chemical Engineering and Material Science, Stevens Institute of Technology, Hoboken, NJ 07030, USA; (X.Z.); (D.M.K.)
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- Department of Chemical Engineering and Material Science, Stevens Institute of Technology, Hoboken, NJ 07030, USA; (X.Z.); (D.M.K.)
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- Department of Chemical and Materials Engineering, School of Engineering and Digital Sciences, Nazarbayev University, 010000 Astana, Kazakhstan; (V.E.E.); (D.A.); (F.M.)
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Fu L, Wu J, Li P, Zheng Y, Zhang Z, Yuan X, Ding Z, Ning C, Sui X, Liu S, Shi S, Guo Q, Lin Y. A novel mesenchymal stem cell-targeting dual-miRNA delivery system based on aptamer-functionalized tetrahedral framework nucleic acids: Application to endogenous regeneration of articular cartilage. Bioact Mater 2024; 40:634-648. [PMID: 39253616 PMCID: PMC11381621 DOI: 10.1016/j.bioactmat.2024.08.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/01/2024] [Revised: 06/25/2024] [Accepted: 08/12/2024] [Indexed: 09/11/2024] Open
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Articular cartilage injury (ACI) remains one of the key challenges in regenerative medicine, as current treatment strategies do not result in ideal regeneration of hyaline-like cartilage. Enhancing endogenous repair via microRNAs (miRNAs) shows promise as a regenerative therapy. miRNA-140 and miRNA-455 are two key and promising candidates for regulating the chondrogenic differentiation of mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs). In this study, we innovatively synthesized a multifunctional tetrahedral framework in which a nucleic acid (tFNA)-based targeting miRNA codelivery system, named A-T-M, was used. With tFNAs as vehicles, miR-140 and miR-455 were connected to and modified on tFNAs, while Apt19S (a DNA aptamer targeting MSCs) was directly integrated into the nanocomplex. The relevant results showed that A-T-M efficiently delivered miR-140 and miR-455 into MSCs and subsequently regulated MSC chondrogenic differentiation through corresponding mechanisms. Interestingly, a synergistic effect between miR-140 and miR-455 was revealed. Furthermore, A-T-M successfully enhanced the endogenous repair capacity of articular cartilage in vivo and effectively inhibited hypertrophic chondrocyte formation. A-T-M provides a new perspective and strategy for the regeneration of articular cartilage, showing strong clinical application value in the future treatment of ACI.
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- Liwei Fu
- School of Medicine, Nankai University, Tianjin, 300071, People's Republic of China
- Institute of Orthopedics, The First Medical Center, Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing Key Lab of Regenerative Medicine in Orthopedics, Key Laboratory of Musculoskeletal Trauma & War Injuries PLA, No. 28 Fuxing Road, Haidian District, Beijing, People's Republic of China
- Department of Orthopedics, The Fourth Medical Center, Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing, People's Republic of China
- National Clinical Research Center for Orthopedics, Sports Medicine & Rehabilitation, Beijing, People's Republic of China
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- Institute of Orthopedics, The First Medical Center, Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing Key Lab of Regenerative Medicine in Orthopedics, Key Laboratory of Musculoskeletal Trauma & War Injuries PLA, No. 28 Fuxing Road, Haidian District, Beijing, People's Republic of China
- Department of Orthopedics, The Fourth Medical Center, Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing, People's Republic of China
- National Clinical Research Center for Orthopedics, Sports Medicine & Rehabilitation, Beijing, People's Republic of China
- Guizhou Medical University, Guiyang, 550004, Guizhou Province, People's Republic of China
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- School of Medicine, Nankai University, Tianjin, 300071, People's Republic of China
- Institute of Orthopedics, The First Medical Center, Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing Key Lab of Regenerative Medicine in Orthopedics, Key Laboratory of Musculoskeletal Trauma & War Injuries PLA, No. 28 Fuxing Road, Haidian District, Beijing, People's Republic of China
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- Institute of Orthopedics, The First Medical Center, Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing Key Lab of Regenerative Medicine in Orthopedics, Key Laboratory of Musculoskeletal Trauma & War Injuries PLA, No. 28 Fuxing Road, Haidian District, Beijing, People's Republic of China
- Department of Orthopedics, The Fourth Medical Center, Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing, People's Republic of China
- National Clinical Research Center for Orthopedics, Sports Medicine & Rehabilitation, Beijing, People's Republic of China
- Guizhou Medical University, Guiyang, 550004, Guizhou Province, People's Republic of China
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- School of Medicine, Nankai University, Tianjin, 300071, People's Republic of China
- Institute of Orthopedics, The First Medical Center, Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing Key Lab of Regenerative Medicine in Orthopedics, Key Laboratory of Musculoskeletal Trauma & War Injuries PLA, No. 28 Fuxing Road, Haidian District, Beijing, People's Republic of China
- Department of Orthopedics, The Fourth Medical Center, Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing, People's Republic of China
- National Clinical Research Center for Orthopedics, Sports Medicine & Rehabilitation, Beijing, People's Republic of China
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- Institute of Orthopedics, The First Medical Center, Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing Key Lab of Regenerative Medicine in Orthopedics, Key Laboratory of Musculoskeletal Trauma & War Injuries PLA, No. 28 Fuxing Road, Haidian District, Beijing, People's Republic of China
- Department of Orthopedics, The Fourth Medical Center, Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing, People's Republic of China
- National Clinical Research Center for Orthopedics, Sports Medicine & Rehabilitation, Beijing, People's Republic of China
- Guizhou Medical University, Guiyang, 550004, Guizhou Province, People's Republic of China
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- Institute of Orthopedics, The First Medical Center, Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing Key Lab of Regenerative Medicine in Orthopedics, Key Laboratory of Musculoskeletal Trauma & War Injuries PLA, No. 28 Fuxing Road, Haidian District, Beijing, People's Republic of China
- Department of Orthopedics, The Fourth Medical Center, Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing, People's Republic of China
- National Clinical Research Center for Orthopedics, Sports Medicine & Rehabilitation, Beijing, People's Republic of China
- Guizhou Medical University, Guiyang, 550004, Guizhou Province, People's Republic of China
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- Institute of Orthopedics, The First Medical Center, Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing Key Lab of Regenerative Medicine in Orthopedics, Key Laboratory of Musculoskeletal Trauma & War Injuries PLA, No. 28 Fuxing Road, Haidian District, Beijing, People's Republic of China
- Department of Orthopedics, The Fourth Medical Center, Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing, People's Republic of China
- National Clinical Research Center for Orthopedics, Sports Medicine & Rehabilitation, Beijing, People's Republic of China
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- Institute of Orthopedics, The First Medical Center, Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing Key Lab of Regenerative Medicine in Orthopedics, Key Laboratory of Musculoskeletal Trauma & War Injuries PLA, No. 28 Fuxing Road, Haidian District, Beijing, People's Republic of China
- Department of Orthopedics, The Fourth Medical Center, Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing, People's Republic of China
- National Clinical Research Center for Orthopedics, Sports Medicine & Rehabilitation, Beijing, People's Republic of China
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- School of Medicine, Nankai University, Tianjin, 300071, People's Republic of China
- Institute of Orthopedics, The First Medical Center, Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing Key Lab of Regenerative Medicine in Orthopedics, Key Laboratory of Musculoskeletal Trauma & War Injuries PLA, No. 28 Fuxing Road, Haidian District, Beijing, People's Republic of China
- Department of Orthopedics, The Fourth Medical Center, Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing, People's Republic of China
- National Clinical Research Center for Orthopedics, Sports Medicine & Rehabilitation, Beijing, People's Republic of China
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- State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases, National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu, 610041, People's Republic of China
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- School of Medicine, Nankai University, Tianjin, 300071, People's Republic of China
- Institute of Orthopedics, The First Medical Center, Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing Key Lab of Regenerative Medicine in Orthopedics, Key Laboratory of Musculoskeletal Trauma & War Injuries PLA, No. 28 Fuxing Road, Haidian District, Beijing, People's Republic of China
- Department of Orthopedics, The Fourth Medical Center, Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing, People's Republic of China
- National Clinical Research Center for Orthopedics, Sports Medicine & Rehabilitation, Beijing, People's Republic of China
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- State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases, National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu, 610041, People's Republic of China
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Pande S, Pati F, Chakraborty P. Harnessing Peptide-Based Hydrogels for Enhanced Cartilage Tissue Engineering. ACS APPLIED BIO MATERIALS 2024; 7:5885-5905. [PMID: 39159490 DOI: 10.1021/acsabm.4c00879] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 08/21/2024]
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Cartilage tissue engineering remains a formidable challenge due to its complex, avascular structure and limited regenerative capacity. Traditional approaches, such as microfracture, autografts, and stem cell delivery, often fail to restore functional tissue adequately. Recently, there has been a surge in the exploration of new materials that mimic the extracellular microenvironment necessary to guide tissue regeneration. This review investigates the potential of peptide-based hydrogels as an innovative solution for cartilage regeneration. These hydrogels, formed via supramolecular self-assembly, exhibit excellent properties, including biocompatibility, ECM mimicry, and controlled biodegradation, making them highly suitable for cartilage tissue engineering. This review explains the structure of cartilage and the principles of supramolecular and peptide hydrogels. It also delves into their specific properties relevant to cartilage regeneration. Additionally, this review presents recent examples and a comparative analysis of various peptide-based hydrogels used for cartilage regeneration. The review also addresses the translational challenges of these materials, highlighting regulatory hurdles and the complexities of clinical application. This comprehensive investigation provides valuable insights for biomedical researchers, tissue engineers, and clinical professionals aiming to enhance cartilage repair methodologies.
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- Shreya Pande
- Department of Biomedical Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad, Kandi, Sangareddy 502284, Telangana, India
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad, Kandi, Sangareddy 502284, Telangana, India
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- Department of Chemistry, Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad, Kandi, Sangareddy 502284, Telangana, India
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Singer J, Knezic N, Layne J, Gohring G, Christiansen J, Rothrauff B, Huard J. Enhancing Cartilage Repair: Surgical Approaches, Orthobiologics, and the Promise of Exosomes. Life (Basel) 2024; 14:1149. [PMID: 39337932 PMCID: PMC11432843 DOI: 10.3390/life14091149] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/28/2024] [Revised: 08/22/2024] [Accepted: 08/30/2024] [Indexed: 09/30/2024] Open
Abstract
Treating cartilage damage is challenging as its ability for self-regeneration is limited. Left untreated, it can progress to osteoarthritis (OA), a joint disorder characterized by the deterioration of articular cartilage and other joint tissues. Surgical options, such as microfracture and cell/tissue transplantation, have shown promise as techniques to harness the body's endogenous regenerative capabilities to promote cartilage repair. Nonetheless, these techniques have been scrutinized due to reported inconsistencies in long-term outcomes and the tendency for the defects to regenerate as fibrocartilage instead of the smooth hyaline cartilage native to joint surfaces. Orthobiologics are medical therapies that utilize biologically derived substances to augment musculoskeletal healing. These treatments are rising in popularity because of their potential to enhance surgical standards of care. More recent developments in orthobiologics have focused on the role of exosomes in articular cartilage repair. Exosomes are nano-sized extracellular vesicles containing cargo such as proteins, lipids, and nucleic acids, and are known to facilitate intercellular communication, though their regenerative potential still needs to be fully understood. This review aims to demonstrate the advancements in cartilage regeneration, highlight surgical and biological treatment options, and discuss the recent strides in understanding the precise mechanisms of action involved.
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- Jacob Singer
- Linda and Mitch Hart Regenerative and Personalized Medicine, Steadman Philippon Research Institute, Vail, CO 81657, USA
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- Linda and Mitch Hart Regenerative and Personalized Medicine, Steadman Philippon Research Institute, Vail, CO 81657, USA
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- Linda and Mitch Hart Regenerative and Personalized Medicine, Steadman Philippon Research Institute, Vail, CO 81657, USA
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- Linda and Mitch Hart Regenerative and Personalized Medicine, Steadman Philippon Research Institute, Vail, CO 81657, USA
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- Linda and Mitch Hart Regenerative and Personalized Medicine, Steadman Philippon Research Institute, Vail, CO 81657, USA
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- Linda and Mitch Hart Regenerative and Personalized Medicine, Steadman Philippon Research Institute, Vail, CO 81657, USA
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- Linda and Mitch Hart Regenerative and Personalized Medicine, Steadman Philippon Research Institute, Vail, CO 81657, USA
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Gao Y, Wang J, Dai W, Li S, Zhao X, Fu W, Guo L, Fan Y, Zhang X. Collagen-based hydrogels induce stem cell chondrogenesis and hyaline cartilage regeneration: an in vivo study. Int J Biol Macromol 2024; 276:133818. [PMID: 39002909 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2024.133818] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/19/2024] [Revised: 07/09/2024] [Accepted: 07/09/2024] [Indexed: 07/15/2024]
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Injectable, self-crosslinking collagen-based hydrogels are beneficial for chondrocytes to secrete matrix, positioning them as promising candidates for cartilage tissue engineering. However, previous studies lacked insight into the ability of cell-free collagen-based hydrogels to regenerate hyaline cartilage defect. Therefore, this study aimed to evaluate the potential of collagen-based hydrogels (Col and ColHA) to induce chondrogenic differentiation of stem cells and in situ hyaline cartilage regeneration. Both Col and ColHA hydrogels self-crosslinked in situ and exhibited similar physical properties. In vitro experiments showed they supported the survival, adhesion, spreading, and proliferation of bone marrow stem cells (BMSCs). Moreover, both hydrogels induced ectopic differentiation of BMSCs into chondrocytes when implanted subcutaneously into the back of nude mice. ColHA hydrogel notably enhanced type II collagen secretion. The results of repairing cartilage defects in situ revealed both hydrogels facilitated hyaline cartilage regeneration and maintained cartilage phenotype without exogenous BMSCs. Hydrogels encapsulating BMSCs expedited cartilage repair, and ColHA/BMSC constructs showed better mechanical properties, suggesting their potential for cartilage repair applications. This study implies that collagen-based hydrogels are good candidates for hyaline cartilage regeneration.
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- Yongli Gao
- National Engineering Research Center for Biomaterials, Sichuan University, 29 Wangjiang Road, Chengdu, Sichuan 610064, China; School of Biomedical Engineering, Sichuan University, 29 Wangjiang Road, Chengdu, Sichuan 610064, China
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- National Engineering Research Center for Biomaterials, Sichuan University, 29 Wangjiang Road, Chengdu, Sichuan 610064, China; School of Biomedical Engineering, Sichuan University, 29 Wangjiang Road, Chengdu, Sichuan 610064, China
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- National Engineering Research Center for Biomaterials, Sichuan University, 29 Wangjiang Road, Chengdu, Sichuan 610064, China; School of Biomedical Engineering, Sichuan University, 29 Wangjiang Road, Chengdu, Sichuan 610064, China
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- National Engineering Research Center for Biomaterials, Sichuan University, 29 Wangjiang Road, Chengdu, Sichuan 610064, China; School of Biomedical Engineering, Sichuan University, 29 Wangjiang Road, Chengdu, Sichuan 610064, China
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- National Engineering Research Center for Biomaterials, Sichuan University, 29 Wangjiang Road, Chengdu, Sichuan 610064, China; School of Biomedical Engineering, Sichuan University, 29 Wangjiang Road, Chengdu, Sichuan 610064, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Orthopedic Research Institute, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan 610064, China
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- National Engineering Research Center for Biomaterials, Sichuan University, 29 Wangjiang Road, Chengdu, Sichuan 610064, China; School of Biomedical Engineering, Sichuan University, 29 Wangjiang Road, Chengdu, Sichuan 610064, China.
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- National Engineering Research Center for Biomaterials, Sichuan University, 29 Wangjiang Road, Chengdu, Sichuan 610064, China; School of Biomedical Engineering, Sichuan University, 29 Wangjiang Road, Chengdu, Sichuan 610064, China
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- National Engineering Research Center for Biomaterials, Sichuan University, 29 Wangjiang Road, Chengdu, Sichuan 610064, China; School of Biomedical Engineering, Sichuan University, 29 Wangjiang Road, Chengdu, Sichuan 610064, China
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Pei M, Li P, Guo X, Wen M, Gong Y, Wang P, Fan Z, Wang L, Wang X, Ren W. Sustained Release of Hydrogen and Magnesium Ions Mediated by a Foamed Gelatin-Methacryloyl Hydrogel for the Repair of Bone Defects in Diabetes. ACS Biomater Sci Eng 2024; 10:4411-4424. [PMID: 38913499 DOI: 10.1021/acsbiomaterials.4c00162] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/26/2024]
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Diabetic bone defects, exacerbated by hyperglycemia-induced inflammation and oxidative stress, present significant therapeutic challenges. This study introduces a novel injectable scaffold, MgH2@PLGA/F-GM, consisting of foamed gelatin-methacryloyl (GelMA) and magnesium hydride (MgH2) microspheres encapsulated in poly(lactic-co-glycolic acid) (PLGA). This scaffold is uniquely suited for diabetic bone defects, conforming to complex shapes and fostering an environment conducive to tissue regeneration. As it degrades, Mg(OH)2 is released and dissolved by PLGA's acidic byproducts, releasing therapeutic Mg2+ ions. These ions are instrumental in macrophage phenotype modulation, inflammation reduction, and angiogenesis promotion, all vital for diabetic bone healing. Additionally, hydrogen (H2) released during degradation mitigates oxidative stress by diminishing reactive oxygen species (ROS). This multifaceted approach not only reduces ROS and inflammation but also enhances M2 macrophage polarization and cell migration, culminating in improved angiogenesis and bone repair. This scaffold presents an innovative strategy for addressing the complexities of diabetic bone defect treatment.
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- Mengyu Pei
- The Third Affiliated Hospital of Xinxiang Medical University, Institutes of Health Central Plain, Clinical Medical Center of Tissue Engineering and Regeneration, Xinxiang Medical University, Xinxiang 453003, China
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- Research Institute of Plastic Surgery, Shandong Second Medical University, Weifang, Shandong 261000, China
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- The Third Affiliated Hospital of Xinxiang Medical University, Institutes of Health Central Plain, Clinical Medical Center of Tissue Engineering and Regeneration, Xinxiang Medical University, Xinxiang 453003, China
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- The Third Affiliated Hospital of Xinxiang Medical University, Institutes of Health Central Plain, Clinical Medical Center of Tissue Engineering and Regeneration, Xinxiang Medical University, Xinxiang 453003, China
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- Shanghai Key Laboratory of Tissue Engineering, Shanghai Ninth People's Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Shanghai 200011, China
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- Shanghai Key Laboratory of Tissue Engineering, Shanghai Ninth People's Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Shanghai 200011, China
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- The Third Affiliated Hospital of Xinxiang Medical University, Institutes of Health Central Plain, Clinical Medical Center of Tissue Engineering and Regeneration, Xinxiang Medical University, Xinxiang 453003, China
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- The Third Affiliated Hospital of Xinxiang Medical University, Institutes of Health Central Plain, Clinical Medical Center of Tissue Engineering and Regeneration, Xinxiang Medical University, Xinxiang 453003, China
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- The Third Affiliated Hospital of Xinxiang Medical University, Institutes of Health Central Plain, Clinical Medical Center of Tissue Engineering and Regeneration, Xinxiang Medical University, Xinxiang 453003, China
- Shanghai Key Laboratory of Tissue Engineering, Shanghai Ninth People's Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Shanghai 200011, China
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- The Third Affiliated Hospital of Xinxiang Medical University, Institutes of Health Central Plain, Clinical Medical Center of Tissue Engineering and Regeneration, Xinxiang Medical University, Xinxiang 453003, China
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Zhang W, Hou Y, Yin S, Miao Q, Lee K, Zhou X, Wang Y. Advanced gene nanocarriers/scaffolds in nonviral-mediated delivery system for tissue regeneration and repair. J Nanobiotechnology 2024; 22:376. [PMID: 38926780 PMCID: PMC11200991 DOI: 10.1186/s12951-024-02580-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/09/2024] [Accepted: 05/24/2024] [Indexed: 06/28/2024] Open
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Tissue regeneration technology has been rapidly developed and widely applied in tissue engineering and repair. Compared with traditional approaches like surgical treatment, the rising gene therapy is able to have a durable effect on tissue regeneration, such as impaired bone regeneration, articular cartilage repair and cancer-resected tissue repair. Gene therapy can also facilitate the production of in situ therapeutic factors, thus minimizing the diffusion or loss of gene complexes and enabling spatiotemporally controlled release of gene products for tissue regeneration. Among different gene delivery vectors and supportive gene-activated matrices, advanced gene/drug nanocarriers attract exceptional attraction due to their tunable physiochemical properties, as well as excellent adaptive performance in gene therapy for tissue regeneration, such as bone, cartilage, blood vessel, nerve and cancer-resected tissue repair. This paper reviews the recent advances on nonviral-mediated gene delivery systems with an emphasis on the important role of advanced nanocarriers in gene therapy and tissue regeneration.
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- Wanheng Zhang
- Institute of Geriatrics, School of Medicine, Affiliated Nantong Hospital of Shanghai University (The Sixth People's Hospital of Nantong), Shanghai University, Shanghai, 200444, China
- Department of Pharmacy, China Pharmaceutical University, Nanjing, 210009, China
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- Institute of Geriatrics, School of Medicine, Affiliated Nantong Hospital of Shanghai University (The Sixth People's Hospital of Nantong), Shanghai University, Shanghai, 200444, China
- Joint International Research Laboratory of Biomaterials and Biotechnology in Organ Repair (Ministry of Education), Shanghai University, Shanghai, 200444, China
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- Department of Pharmacy, China Pharmaceutical University, Nanjing, 210009, China
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- Department of Pharmacy, China Pharmaceutical University, Nanjing, 210009, China
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- Department of Biomedical Materials, Konyang University, Daejeon, 35365, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Pediatrics, Shanghai General Hospital, School of Medicine, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Shanghai, 200080, China.
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- Institute of Geriatrics, School of Medicine, Affiliated Nantong Hospital of Shanghai University (The Sixth People's Hospital of Nantong), Shanghai University, Shanghai, 200444, China.
- Joint International Research Laboratory of Biomaterials and Biotechnology in Organ Repair (Ministry of Education), Shanghai University, Shanghai, 200444, China.
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Abd Halim NFA, Ab Aziz A, Tan SL, Selvaratnam V, Kamarul T. A Systematic Review of Human Amnion Enhanced Cartilage Regeneration in Full-Thickness Cartilage Defects. Biomimetics (Basel) 2024; 9:383. [PMID: 39056824 PMCID: PMC11274359 DOI: 10.3390/biomimetics9070383] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/17/2024] [Revised: 05/26/2024] [Accepted: 06/04/2024] [Indexed: 07/28/2024] Open
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Cartilage defects present a significant challenge in orthopedic medicine, often leading to pain and functional impairment. To address this, human amnion, a naturally derived biomaterial, has gained attention for its potential in enhancing cartilage regeneration. This systematic review aims to evaluate the efficacy of human amnion in enhancing cartilage regeneration for full-thickness cartilage defects. An electronic search was conducted on MEDLINE-PubMed, Web of Science (WoS), and the Scopus database up to 27 December 2023 from 2007. A total of 401 articles were identified. After removing 125 duplicates and excluding 271 articles based on predetermined criteria, only 5 articles remained eligible for inclusion in this systematic review. All five eligible articles conducted in vivo studies utilizing rabbits as subjects. Furthermore, analysis of the literature reveals an increasing trend in the frequency of utilizing human amnion for the treatment of cartilage defects. Various forms of human amnion were utilized either alone or seeded with cells prior to implantation. Histological assessments and macroscopic observations indicated usage of human amnion improved cartilage repair outcomes. All studies highlighted the positive results despite using different forms of amnion tissues. This systematic review underscores the promising role of human amnion as a viable option for enhancing cartilage regeneration in full-thickness cartilage defects, thus offering valuable insights for future research and clinical applications in orthopedic tissue engineering.
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- Nur Farah Anis Abd Halim
- Tissue Engineering Group (TEG), National Orthopaedic Centre of Excellence for Research and Learning (NOCERAL), Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Universiti Malaya, Kuala Lumpur 50603, Malaysia; (A.A.A.); (S.-L.T.)
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- Tissue Engineering Group (TEG), National Orthopaedic Centre of Excellence for Research and Learning (NOCERAL), Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Universiti Malaya, Kuala Lumpur 50603, Malaysia; (A.A.A.); (S.-L.T.)
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- Tissue Engineering Group (TEG), National Orthopaedic Centre of Excellence for Research and Learning (NOCERAL), Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Universiti Malaya, Kuala Lumpur 50603, Malaysia; (A.A.A.); (S.-L.T.)
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- Joint Reconstruction Unit (JRU), National Orthopaedic Centre of Excellence for Research and Learning (NOCERAL), Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Universiti Malaya, Kuala Lumpur 50603, Malaysia;
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- Tissue Engineering Group (TEG), National Orthopaedic Centre of Excellence for Research and Learning (NOCERAL), Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Universiti Malaya, Kuala Lumpur 50603, Malaysia; (A.A.A.); (S.-L.T.)
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Yue L, Lim R, Owens BD. Latest Advances in Chondrocyte-Based Cartilage Repair. Biomedicines 2024; 12:1367. [PMID: 38927573 PMCID: PMC11201646 DOI: 10.3390/biomedicines12061367] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/31/2024] [Revised: 06/08/2024] [Accepted: 06/13/2024] [Indexed: 06/28/2024] Open
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Chondrocyte-based cell therapy has been used for more than 30 years and is still considered to be a promising method of cartilage repair despite some limitations. This review introduces the latest developments of four generations of autologous chondrocyte implantation and current autologous chondrocyte products. The regeneration of cartilage from adult chondrocytes is limited by culture-induced dedifferentiation and patient age. Cartibeads is an innovative three-step method to produce high-quality hyaline cartilage microtissues, and it is developed from adult dedifferentiated chondrocytes with a high number of cell passages. In addition, allogeneic chondrocyte therapies using the Quantum hollow-fiber bioreactor and several signaling pathways involved in chondrocyte-based cartilage repair are mentioned, such as WNT signaling, the BMP-2/WISP1 pathway, and the FGF19 pathway.
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- Li Yue
- Department of Orthopaedics, Rhode Island Hospital and Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University, Providence, RI 02903, USA;
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- Department of Biology, Brown University, Providence, RI 02912, USA;
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Rhode Island Hospital and Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University, Providence, RI 02903, USA;
- University Orthopedics, East Providence, RI 02914, USA
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Liang W, Zhou C, Zhang H, Bai J, Long H, Jiang B, Liu L, Xia L, Jiang C, Zhang H, Zhao J. Pioneering nanomedicine in orthopedic treatment care: a review of current research and practices. Front Bioeng Biotechnol 2024; 12:1389071. [PMID: 38860139 PMCID: PMC11163052 DOI: 10.3389/fbioe.2024.1389071] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/20/2024] [Accepted: 05/08/2024] [Indexed: 06/12/2024] Open
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A developing use of nanotechnology in medicine involves using nanoparticles to administer drugs, genes, biologicals, or other materials to targeted cell types, such as cancer cells. In healthcare, nanotechnology has brought about revolutionary changes in the treatment of various medical and surgical conditions, including in orthopedic. Its clinical applications in surgery range from developing surgical instruments and suture materials to enhancing imaging techniques, targeted drug delivery, visualization methods, and wound healing procedures. Notably, nanotechnology plays a significant role in preventing, diagnosing, and treating orthopedic disorders, which is crucial for patients' functional rehabilitation. The integration of nanotechnology improves standards of patient care, fuels research endeavors, facilitates clinical trials, and eventually improves the patient's quality of life. Looking ahead, nanotechnology holds promise for achieving sustained success in numerous surgical disciplines, including orthopedic surgery, in the years to come. This review aims to focus on the application of nanotechnology in orthopedic surgery, highlighting the recent development and future perspective to bridge the bridge for clinical translation.
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- Wenqing Liang
- Department of Orthopaedics, Zhoushan Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine Affiliated to Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Zhoushan, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Zhoushan Guanghua Hospital, Zhoushan, Zhejiang, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Zhoushan Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine Affiliated to Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Zhoushan, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Zhoushan Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine Affiliated to Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Zhoushan, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Zhoushan Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine Affiliated to Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Zhoushan, China
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- Rehabilitation Department, Zhoushan Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine Affiliated to Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Zhoushan, China
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- Medical Research Center, Zhoushan Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine Affiliated to Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Zhoushan, China
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- Medical Research Center, Zhoushan Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine Affiliated to Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Zhoushan, China
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- Department of Pharmacy, Zhoushan Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine Affiliated to Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Zhoushan, Zhejiang, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Zhoushan Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine Affiliated to Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Zhoushan, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Zhoushan Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine Affiliated to Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Zhoushan, China
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Kim JY, Lee SY, Cha SG, Park JM, Song DH, Lee SH, Hwang DY, Kim BJ, Rho S, Park CG, Rhim WK, Han DK. Combinatory Nanovesicle with siRNA-Loaded Extracellular Vesicle and IGF-1 for Osteoarthritis Treatments. Int J Mol Sci 2024; 25:5242. [PMID: 38791285 PMCID: PMC11121733 DOI: 10.3390/ijms25105242] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/12/2024] [Revised: 05/07/2024] [Accepted: 05/09/2024] [Indexed: 05/26/2024] Open
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Extracellular vesicles (EVs) have been found to have the characteristics of their parent cells. Based on the characteristics of these EVs, various studies on disease treatment using mesenchymal stem cell (MSC)-derived EVs with regenerative activity have been actively conducted. The therapeutic nature of MSC-derived EVs has been shown in several studies, but in recent years, there have been many efforts to functionalize EVs to give them more potent therapeutic effects. Strategies for functionalizing EVs include endogenous and exogenous methods. In this study, human umbilical cord MSC (UCMSC)-derived EVs were selected for optimum OA treatments with expectation via bioinformatics analysis based on antibody array. And we created a novel nanovesicle system called the IGF-si-EV, which has the properties of both cartilage regeneration and long-term retention in the lesion site, attaching positively charged insulin-like growth factor-1 (IGF-1) to the surface of the UCMSC-derived Evs carrying siRNA, which inhibits MMP13. The downregulation of inflammation-related cytokine (MMP13, NF-kB, and IL-6) and the upregulation of cartilage-regeneration-related factors (Col2, Acan) were achieved with IGF-si-EV. Moreover, the ability of IGF-si-EV to remain in the lesion site for a long time has been proven through an ex vivo system. Collectively, the final constructed IGF-si-EV can be proposed as an effective OA treatment through its successful MMP13 inhibition, chondroprotective effect, and cartilage adhesion ability. We also believe that this EV-based nanoparticle-manufacturing technology can be applied as a platform technology for various diseases.
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- Jun Yong Kim
- Department of Biomedical Science, CHA University, 335 Pangyo-ro, Bundang-gu, Seongnam-si 13488, Republic of Korea; (J.Y.K.); (S.Y.L.); (S.-G.C.); (J.M.P.); (D.H.S.); (S.-H.L.); (D.-Y.H.)
- Department of Biomedical Engineering, SKKU Institute for Convergence, Sungkyunkwan University (SKKU), 2066 Seobu-ro, Jangan-gu, Suwon-si 16419, Republic of Korea;
- Intelligent Precision of Healthcare Convergence, SKKU Institute for Convergence, Sungkyunkwan University (SKKU), 2066 Seobu-ro, Jangan-gu, Suwon-si 16419, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Biomedical Science, CHA University, 335 Pangyo-ro, Bundang-gu, Seongnam-si 13488, Republic of Korea; (J.Y.K.); (S.Y.L.); (S.-G.C.); (J.M.P.); (D.H.S.); (S.-H.L.); (D.-Y.H.)
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- Department of Biomedical Science, CHA University, 335 Pangyo-ro, Bundang-gu, Seongnam-si 13488, Republic of Korea; (J.Y.K.); (S.Y.L.); (S.-G.C.); (J.M.P.); (D.H.S.); (S.-H.L.); (D.-Y.H.)
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- Department of Biomedical Science, CHA University, 335 Pangyo-ro, Bundang-gu, Seongnam-si 13488, Republic of Korea; (J.Y.K.); (S.Y.L.); (S.-G.C.); (J.M.P.); (D.H.S.); (S.-H.L.); (D.-Y.H.)
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- Department of Biomedical Science, CHA University, 335 Pangyo-ro, Bundang-gu, Seongnam-si 13488, Republic of Korea; (J.Y.K.); (S.Y.L.); (S.-G.C.); (J.M.P.); (D.H.S.); (S.-H.L.); (D.-Y.H.)
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- Department of Biomedical Science, CHA University, 335 Pangyo-ro, Bundang-gu, Seongnam-si 13488, Republic of Korea; (J.Y.K.); (S.Y.L.); (S.-G.C.); (J.M.P.); (D.H.S.); (S.-H.L.); (D.-Y.H.)
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- Department of Biomedical Science, CHA University, 335 Pangyo-ro, Bundang-gu, Seongnam-si 13488, Republic of Korea; (J.Y.K.); (S.Y.L.); (S.-G.C.); (J.M.P.); (D.H.S.); (S.-H.L.); (D.-Y.H.)
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- ATEMs, Jeongui-ro 8-gil, Songpa-gu, Seoul-si 05836, Republic of Korea;
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- Department of Ophthalmology, CHA Bundang Medical Center, CHA University, Seongnam-si 13496, Republic of Korea;
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering, SKKU Institute for Convergence, Sungkyunkwan University (SKKU), 2066 Seobu-ro, Jangan-gu, Suwon-si 16419, Republic of Korea;
- Intelligent Precision of Healthcare Convergence, SKKU Institute for Convergence, Sungkyunkwan University (SKKU), 2066 Seobu-ro, Jangan-gu, Suwon-si 16419, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Biomedical Science, CHA University, 335 Pangyo-ro, Bundang-gu, Seongnam-si 13488, Republic of Korea; (J.Y.K.); (S.Y.L.); (S.-G.C.); (J.M.P.); (D.H.S.); (S.-H.L.); (D.-Y.H.)
- Department of Ophthalmology, CHA Bundang Medical Center, CHA University, Seongnam-si 13496, Republic of Korea;
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- Department of Biomedical Science, CHA University, 335 Pangyo-ro, Bundang-gu, Seongnam-si 13488, Republic of Korea; (J.Y.K.); (S.Y.L.); (S.-G.C.); (J.M.P.); (D.H.S.); (S.-H.L.); (D.-Y.H.)
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Zhang Q, Li J, Wang C, Li Z, Luo P, Gao F, Sun W. N6-Methyladenosine in Cell-Fate Determination of BMSCs: From Mechanism to Applications. RESEARCH (WASHINGTON, D.C.) 2024; 7:0340. [PMID: 38665846 PMCID: PMC11045264 DOI: 10.34133/research.0340] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/13/2023] [Accepted: 02/21/2024] [Indexed: 04/28/2024]
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The methylation of adenosine base at the nitrogen-6 position is referred to as "N6-methyladenosine (m6A)" and is one of the most prevalent epigenetic modifications in eukaryotic mRNA and noncoding RNA (ncRNA). Various m6A complex components known as "writers," "erasers," and "readers" are involved in the function of m6A. Numerous studies have demonstrated that m6A plays a crucial role in facilitating communication between different cell types, hence influencing the progression of diverse physiological and pathological phenomena. In recent years, a multitude of functions and molecular pathways linked to m6A have been identified in the osteogenic, adipogenic, and chondrogenic differentiation of bone mesenchymal stem cells (BMSCs). Nevertheless, a comprehensive summary of these findings has yet to be provided. In this review, we primarily examined the m6A alteration of transcripts associated with transcription factors (TFs), as well as other crucial genes and pathways that are involved in the differentiation of BMSCs. Meanwhile, the mutual interactive network between m6A modification, miRNAs, and lncRNAs was intensively elucidated. In the last section, given the beneficial effect of m6A modification in osteogenesis and chondrogenesis of BMSCs, we expounded upon the potential utility of m6A-related therapeutic interventions in the identification and management of human musculoskeletal disorders manifesting bone and cartilage destruction, such as osteoporosis, osteomyelitis, osteoarthritis, and bone defect.
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- Qingyu Zhang
- Department of Orthopedics,
Shandong Provincial Hospital affiliated to Shandong First Medical University, Jinan 250021, China
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- School of Mechanical Engineering,
Sungkyunkwan University, Suwon 16419, South Korea
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery,
Peking UniversityThird Hospital, Peking University, Beijing 100191, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Pharmaceutical Biotechnology, Division of Sports Medicine and Adult Reconstructive Surgery, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Nanjing Drum Tower Hospital,
the Affiliated Hospital of Nanjing University Medical School, Nanjing 210008, China
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- Department of Joint Surgery, Honghui Hospital, Xi’an Jiaotong University, Xi’an 710054, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, China-Japan Friendship Hospital, Beijing 100029, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, China-Japan Friendship Hospital, Beijing 100029, China
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery of the Perelman School of Medicine,
University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA 19104, USA
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Zahedi Tehrani T, Irani S, Ardeshirylajimi A, Seyedjafari E. Natural based hydrogels promote chondrogenic differentiation of human mesenchymal stem cells. Front Bioeng Biotechnol 2024; 12:1363241. [PMID: 38567084 PMCID: PMC10985146 DOI: 10.3389/fbioe.2024.1363241] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/30/2023] [Accepted: 02/23/2024] [Indexed: 04/04/2024] Open
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Background: The cartilage tissue lacks blood vessels, which is composed of chondrocytes and ECM. Due to this vessel-less structure, it is difficult to repair cartilage tissue damages. One of the new methods to repair cartilage damage is to use tissue engineering. In the present study, it was attempted to simulate a three-dimensional environment similar to the natural ECM of cartilage tissue by using hydrogels made of natural materials, including Chitosan and different ratios of Alginate. Material and methods: Chitosan, alginate and Chitosan/Alginate hydrogels were fabricated. Fourier Transform Infrared, XRD, swelling ratio, porosity measurement and degradation tests were applied to scaffolds characterization. After that, human adipose derived-mesenchymal stem cells (hADMSCs) were cultured on the hydrogels and then their viability and chondrogenic differentiation capacity were studied. Safranin O and Alcian blue staining, immunofluorescence staining and real time RT-PCR were used as analytical methods for chondrogenic differentiation potential evaluation of hADMSCs when cultured on the hydrogels. Results: The highest degradation rate was detected in Chitosan/Alginate (1:0.5) group The scaffold biocompatibility results revealed that the viability of the cells cultured on the hydrogels groups was not significantly different with the cells cultured in the control group. Safranin O staining, Alcian blue staining, immunofluorescence staining and real time PCR results revealed that the chondrogenic differentiation potential of the hADMSCs when grown on the Chitosan/Alginate hydrogel (1:0.5) was significantly higher than those cell grown on the other groups. Conclusion: Taken together, these results suggest that Chitosan/Alginate hydrogel (1:0.5) could be a promising candidate for cartilage tissue engineering applications.
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- Tina Zahedi Tehrani
- Department of Biology, Science and Research Branch, Islamic Azad University, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Biology, Science and Research Branch, Islamic Azad University, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Biotechnology, College of Science, University of Tehran, Tehran, Iran
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Chen H, Li J, Li S, Wang X, Xu G, Li M, Li G. Research progress of procyanidins in repairing cartilage injury after anterior cruciate ligament tear. Heliyon 2024; 10:e26070. [PMID: 38420419 PMCID: PMC10900419 DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2024.e26070] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/02/2024] [Accepted: 02/07/2024] [Indexed: 03/02/2024] Open
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Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tear is a common sports-related injury, and cartilage injury always emerges as a serious complication following ACL tear, significantly impacting the physical and psychological well-being of affected individuals. Over the years, efforts have been directed toward finding strategies to repair cartilage injury after ACL tear. In recent times, procyanidins, known for their anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, have emerged as potential key players in addressing this concern. This article focuses on summarizing the research progress of procyanidins in repairing cartilage injury after ACL tear. It covers the roles, mechanisms, and clinical significance of procyanidins in repairing cartilage injury following ACL tear and explores the future prospects of procyanidins in this domain. This review provides novel insights and hope for the repair of cartilage injury following ACL tear.
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- Hanlin Chen
- The First Hospital of Lanzhou University, Lanzhou, China
- Major in Clinical Medicine, First Clinical Medical College of Lanzhou University, Lanzhou, China
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- The First Hospital of Lanzhou University, Lanzhou, China
- Major in Clinical Medicine, First Clinical Medical College of Lanzhou University, Lanzhou, China
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- The First Hospital of Lanzhou University, Lanzhou, China
- Major in Clinical Medicine, First Clinical Medical College of Lanzhou University, Lanzhou, China
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- Major in Clinical Medicine, Second Clinical Medical College of Lanzhou University, Lanzhou, China
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- The First Hospital of Lanzhou University, Lanzhou, China
- Major in Clinical Medicine, First Clinical Medical College of Lanzhou University, Lanzhou, China
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- The First Hospital of Lanzhou University, Lanzhou, China
- Major in Clinical Medicine, First Clinical Medical College of Lanzhou University, Lanzhou, China
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- The First Hospital of Lanzhou University, Lanzhou, China
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Lammi MJ, Qu C. Regulation of Oxygen Tension as a Strategy to Control Chondrocytic Phenotype for Cartilage Tissue Engineering and Regeneration. Bioengineering (Basel) 2024; 11:211. [PMID: 38534484 DOI: 10.3390/bioengineering11030211] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/12/2024] [Revised: 02/18/2024] [Accepted: 02/21/2024] [Indexed: 03/28/2024] Open
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Cartilage defects and osteoarthritis are health problems which are major burdens on health care systems globally, especially in aging populations. Cartilage is a vulnerable tissue, which generally faces a progressive degenerative process when injured. This makes it the 11th most common cause of global disability. Conservative methods are used to treat the initial phases of the illness, while orthopedic management is the method used for more progressed phases. These include, for instance, arthroscopic shaving, microfracturing and mosaicplasty, and joint replacement as the final treatment. Cell-based implantation methods have also been developed. Despite reports of successful treatments, they often suffer from the non-optimal nature of chondrocyte phenotype in the repair tissue. Thus, improved strategies to control the phenotype of the regenerating cells are needed. Avascular tissue cartilage relies on diffusion for nutrients acquisition and the removal of metabolic waste products. A low oxygen content is also present in cartilage, and the chondrocytes are, in fact, well adapted to it. Therefore, this raises an idea that the regulation of oxygen tension could be a strategy to control the chondrocyte phenotype expression, important in cartilage tissue for regenerative purposes. This narrative review discusses the aspects related to oxygen tension in the metabolism and regulation of articular and growth plate chondrocytes and progenitor cell phenotypes, and the role of some microenvironmental factors as regulators of chondrocytes.
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- Mikko J Lammi
- Department of Medical and Translational Biology, Umeå University, SE-90187 Umeå, Sweden
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- Department of Odontology, Umeå University, SE-90187 Umeå, Sweden
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Zuo G, Zhuang P, Yang X, Jia Q, Cai Z, Qi J, Deng L, Zhou Z, Cui W, Xiao J. Regulating Chondro-Bone Metabolism for Treatment of Osteoarthritis via High-Permeability Micro/Nano Hydrogel Microspheres. ADVANCED SCIENCE (WEINHEIM, BADEN-WURTTEMBERG, GERMANY) 2024; 11:e2305023. [PMID: 38084002 PMCID: PMC10837371 DOI: 10.1002/advs.202305023] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/22/2023] [Revised: 11/13/2023] [Indexed: 02/04/2024]
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Destruction of cartilage due to the abnormal remodeling of subchondral bone (SB) leads to osteoarthritis (OA), and restoring chondro-bone metabolic homeostasis is the key to the treatment of OA. However, traditional intra-articular injections for the treatment of OA cannot directly break through the cartilage barrier to reach SB. In this study, the hydrothermal method is used to synthesize ultra-small size (≈5 nm) selenium-doped carbon quantum dots (Se-CQDs, SC), which conjugated with triphenylphosphine (TPP) to create TPP-Se-CQDs (SCT). Further, SCT is dynamically complexed with hyaluronic acid modified with aldehyde and methacrylic anhydride (AHAMA) to construct highly permeable micro/nano hydrogel microspheres (SCT@AHAMA) for restoring chondro-bone metabolic homeostasis. In vitro experiments confirmed that the selenium atoms scavenged reactive oxygen species (ROS) from the mitochondria of mononuclear macrophages, inhibited osteoclast differentiation and function, and suppressed early chondrocyte apoptosis to maintain a balance between cartilage matrix synthesis and catabolism. In vivo experiments further demonstrated that the delivery system inhibited osteoclastogenesis and H-vessel invasion, thereby regulating the initiation and process of abnormal bone remodeling and inhibiting cartilage degeneration in SB. In conclusion, the micro/nano hydrogel microspheres based on ultra-small quantum dots facilitate the efficient penetration of articular SB and regulate chondro-bone metabolism for OA treatment.
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- Guilai Zuo
- School of Health Science and EngineeringUniversity of Shanghai for Science and TechnologyShanghai200093P. R. China
- Department of Orthopaedic OncologyChangzheng HospitalNaval Military Medical UniversityShanghai200003P. R. China
- Department of Bone TumorThe Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao UniversityNo. 59, Haier RoadQingdaoShandong266000P. R. China
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- Department of OrthopaedicsShanghai Key Laboratory for Prevention and Treatment of Bone and Joint DiseasesShanghai Institute of Traumatology and OrthopaedicsRuijin HospitalShanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine197 Ruijin 2nd RoadShanghai200025P. R. China
- Pharmaceutical Sciences LaboratoryFaculty of Science and EngineeringÅbo Akademi UniversityTurku20520Finland
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- Department of Orthopaedic OncologyChangzheng HospitalNaval Military Medical UniversityShanghai200003P. R. China
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- Department of Orthopaedic OncologyChangzheng HospitalNaval Military Medical UniversityShanghai200003P. R. China
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- Department of OrthopaedicsShanghai Key Laboratory for Prevention and Treatment of Bone and Joint DiseasesShanghai Institute of Traumatology and OrthopaedicsRuijin HospitalShanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine197 Ruijin 2nd RoadShanghai200025P. R. China
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- Department of OrthopaedicsShanghai Key Laboratory for Prevention and Treatment of Bone and Joint DiseasesShanghai Institute of Traumatology and OrthopaedicsRuijin HospitalShanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine197 Ruijin 2nd RoadShanghai200025P. R. China
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- Department of OrthopaedicsShanghai Key Laboratory for Prevention and Treatment of Bone and Joint DiseasesShanghai Institute of Traumatology and OrthopaedicsRuijin HospitalShanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine197 Ruijin 2nd RoadShanghai200025P. R. China
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- Department of Orthopaedic OncologyChangzheng HospitalNaval Military Medical UniversityShanghai200003P. R. China
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- Department of OrthopaedicsShanghai Key Laboratory for Prevention and Treatment of Bone and Joint DiseasesShanghai Institute of Traumatology and OrthopaedicsRuijin HospitalShanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine197 Ruijin 2nd RoadShanghai200025P. R. China
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- School of Health Science and EngineeringUniversity of Shanghai for Science and TechnologyShanghai200093P. R. China
- Department of Orthopaedic OncologyChangzheng HospitalNaval Military Medical UniversityShanghai200003P. R. China
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Shi C, Jiao P, Chen Z, Ma L, Yao S. Exploring the roles of noncoding RNAs in craniofacial abnormalities: A systematic review. Dev Biol 2024; 505:75-84. [PMID: 37923186 DOI: 10.1016/j.ydbio.2023.10.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/23/2023] [Revised: 10/04/2023] [Accepted: 10/24/2023] [Indexed: 11/07/2023]
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Congenital craniofacial abnormalities are congenital anomalies of variable expressivity and severity with a recognizable set of abnormalities, which are derived from five identifiable primordial structures. They can occur unilaterally or bilaterally and include various malformations such as cleft lip with/without palate, craniosynostosis, and craniofacial microsomia. To date, the molecular etiology of craniofacial abnormalities is largely unknown. Noncoding RNAs (ncRNAs), including microRNAs, long ncRNAs, circular RNAs and PIWI-interacting RNAs, function as major regulators of cellular epigenetic hallmarks via regulation of various molecular and cellular processes. Recently, aberrant expression of ncRNAs has been implicated in many diseases, including craniofacial abnormalities. Consequently, this review focuses on the role and mechanism of ncRNAs in regulating craniofacial development in the hope of providing clues to identify potential therapeutic targets.
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- Cheng Shi
- The Affiliated Stomatology Hospital of Suzhou Vocational Health College, Suzhou, 215000, China; Nanjing Municipal Center for Disease Control and Prevention, Nanjing, Jiangsu, China
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- The Affiliated Stomatology Hospital of Suzhou Vocational Health College, Suzhou, 215000, China
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- Suzhou Stomatological Hospital, Suzhou, 215000, China
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- Jiangsu Province Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases, Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, 210000, China.
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- The Affiliated Stomatology Hospital of Suzhou Vocational Health College, Suzhou, 215000, China.
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Yu M, Song D, Guo X, Hu G, Pei M, Fan Z, Xi L, Wen M, Ci Z, Zhou G, Ren W. Regeneration of Mechanically Enhanced Tissue-Engineered Cartilage Based on the Decalcified Bone Matrix Framework. ACS Biomater Sci Eng 2023; 9:4994-5005. [PMID: 37493452 DOI: 10.1021/acsbiomaterials.3c00488] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 07/27/2023]
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Human decalcified bone matrix (HDBM) is a framework with a porous structure and good biocompatibility. Nevertheless, its oversized pores lead to massive cell loss when seeding chondrocytes directly over it. Gelatin (GT) is a type of protein obtained by partial hydrolysis of collagen. The GT scaffold can be prepared from the GT solution through freeze-drying. More importantly, the pore size of the GT scaffold can be controlled by optimizing the concentration of the GT solution. Similarly, when different concentrations of gelatin are combined with HDBM and then freeze-dried, the pore size of the HDBM can be modified to different degrees. In this study, the HDBM framework was modified with 0.3, 0.6, and 0.9%GT, resulting in an improved pore size and adhesion rate. Results showed that the HDBM framework with 0.6%GT (HDBM-0.6%GT) had an average pore size of 200 μm, which was more suitable for chondrocyte seeding. Additionally, our study validated that porcine decalcified bone matrix (PDBM) had a proper pore structure. Chondrocytes were in vitro seeded on the three frameworks for 4 weeks and then implanted in nude mice and autologous goats, respectively. The in vivo cartilage regeneration results showed that HDBM-0.6%GT and PDBM frameworks compensated for the oversized pores of the HDBM framework. Moreover, they showed successfully regenerated more mature cartilage tissue with a certain shape in animals.
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- Mengyuan Yu
- Institutes of Health Central Plain, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Xinxiang Medical University, Clinical Medical Center of Tissue Engineering and Regeneration, Xinxiang Medical University, Xinxiang, Henan 453003, PR China
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- Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Shanghai 9th People's Hospital, Shanghai Key Laboratory of Tissue Engineering, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Shanghai 200011, PR China
- National Tissue Engineering Center of China, Shanghai 200241, PR China
- Research Institute of Plastic Surgery, Wei Fang Medical College, Wei Fang, Shandong 261021, PR China
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- Institutes of Health Central Plain, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Xinxiang Medical University, Clinical Medical Center of Tissue Engineering and Regeneration, Xinxiang Medical University, Xinxiang, Henan 453003, PR China
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- Institutes of Health Central Plain, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Xinxiang Medical University, Clinical Medical Center of Tissue Engineering and Regeneration, Xinxiang Medical University, Xinxiang, Henan 453003, PR China
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- Institutes of Health Central Plain, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Xinxiang Medical University, Clinical Medical Center of Tissue Engineering and Regeneration, Xinxiang Medical University, Xinxiang, Henan 453003, PR China
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- Institutes of Health Central Plain, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Xinxiang Medical University, Clinical Medical Center of Tissue Engineering and Regeneration, Xinxiang Medical University, Xinxiang, Henan 453003, PR China
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- Institutes of Health Central Plain, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Xinxiang Medical University, Clinical Medical Center of Tissue Engineering and Regeneration, Xinxiang Medical University, Xinxiang, Henan 453003, PR China
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- Institutes of Health Central Plain, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Xinxiang Medical University, Clinical Medical Center of Tissue Engineering and Regeneration, Xinxiang Medical University, Xinxiang, Henan 453003, PR China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Shanghai Pulmonary Hospital, Tongji University School of Medicine, Shanghai 200430, PR China
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- Institutes of Health Central Plain, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Xinxiang Medical University, Clinical Medical Center of Tissue Engineering and Regeneration, Xinxiang Medical University, Xinxiang, Henan 453003, PR China
- Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Shanghai 9th People's Hospital, Shanghai Key Laboratory of Tissue Engineering, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Shanghai 200011, PR China
- National Tissue Engineering Center of China, Shanghai 200241, PR China
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- Institutes of Health Central Plain, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Xinxiang Medical University, Clinical Medical Center of Tissue Engineering and Regeneration, Xinxiang Medical University, Xinxiang, Henan 453003, PR China
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Anitua E, Prado R, Guadilla J, Alkhraisat MH, Laiz P, Padilla S, García-Balletbó M, Cugat R. The Dual-Responsive Interaction of Particulated Hyaline Cartilage and Plasma Rich in Growth Factors (PRGF) in the Repair of Cartilage Defects: An In Vitro Study. Int J Mol Sci 2023; 24:11581. [PMID: 37511339 PMCID: PMC10380225 DOI: 10.3390/ijms241411581] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/21/2023] [Revised: 07/10/2023] [Accepted: 07/15/2023] [Indexed: 07/30/2023] Open
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The treatment of chondral and osteochondral defects is challenging. These types of lesions are painful and progress to osteoarthritis over time. Tissue engineering offers tools to address this unmet medical need. The use of an autologous cartilage construct consisting of hyaline cartilage chips embedded in plasma rich in growth factors (PRGF) has been proposed as a therapeutic alternative. The purpose of this study was to dig into the potential mechanisms behind the in vitro remodelling process that might explain the clinical success of this technique and facilitate its optimisation. Chondrocyte viability and cellular behaviour over eight weeks of in vitro culture, type II collagen synthesis, the dual delivery of growth factors by hyaline cartilage and PRGF matrix, and the ultrastructure of the construct and its remodelling were characterised. The main finding of this research is that the cartilage fragments embedded in the three-dimensional PRGF scaffold contain viable chondrocytes that are able to migrate into the fibrin network, proliferate and synthesise extracellular matrix after the second week of in vitro culture. The characterization of this three-dimensional matrix is key to unravelling the molecular kinetics responsible for its efficacy.
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- Eduardo Anitua
- Eduardo Anitua Foundation for Biomedical Research, 01007 Vitoria, Spain
- Regenerative Medicine Laboratory, BTI-Biotechnology Institute IMASD, 01007 Vitoria, Spain
- University Institute for Regenerative Medicine & Oral Implantology-UIRMI (UPV/EHU-Fundación Eduardo Anitua), 01007 Vitoria, Spain
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- Eduardo Anitua Foundation for Biomedical Research, 01007 Vitoria, Spain
- Regenerative Medicine Laboratory, BTI-Biotechnology Institute IMASD, 01007 Vitoria, Spain
- University Institute for Regenerative Medicine & Oral Implantology-UIRMI (UPV/EHU-Fundación Eduardo Anitua), 01007 Vitoria, Spain
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- Osakidetza Basque Health Service, Araba University Hospital, 01009 Vitoria, Spain
- Arthroscopic Surgery Unit, Hospital Vithas Vitoria, 01008 Vitoria, Spain
- Department of Surgery and Radiology and Physical Medicine, Faculty of Medicine and Nursing, University of the Basque Country (UPV/EHU), 01006 Vitoria, Spain
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- Eduardo Anitua Foundation for Biomedical Research, 01007 Vitoria, Spain
- Regenerative Medicine Laboratory, BTI-Biotechnology Institute IMASD, 01007 Vitoria, Spain
- University Institute for Regenerative Medicine & Oral Implantology-UIRMI (UPV/EHU-Fundación Eduardo Anitua), 01007 Vitoria, Spain
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- Fundación García Cugat para Investigación Biomédica, 08023 Barcelona, Spain
- Instituto Cugat, Hospital Quirónsalud, 08023 Barcelona, Spain
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- Eduardo Anitua Foundation for Biomedical Research, 01007 Vitoria, Spain
- Regenerative Medicine Laboratory, BTI-Biotechnology Institute IMASD, 01007 Vitoria, Spain
- University Institute for Regenerative Medicine & Oral Implantology-UIRMI (UPV/EHU-Fundación Eduardo Anitua), 01007 Vitoria, Spain
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- Fundación García Cugat para Investigación Biomédica, 08023 Barcelona, Spain
- Instituto Cugat, Hospital Quirónsalud, 08023 Barcelona, Spain
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- Fundación García Cugat para Investigación Biomédica, 08023 Barcelona, Spain
- Instituto Cugat, Hospital Quirónsalud, 08023 Barcelona, Spain
- Mutualidad de Futbolistas Españoles, Delegación Catalana, 08010 Barcelona, Spain
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