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Bian Y, Cai X, Zhou R, Lv Z, Xu Y, Wang Y, Wang H, Zhu W, Sun H, Zhao X, Feng B, Weng X. Advances in meniscus tissue engineering: Towards bridging the gaps from bench to bedside. Biomaterials 2025; 312:122716. [PMID: 39121731 DOI: 10.1016/j.biomaterials.2024.122716] [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: 03/13/2024] [Revised: 07/12/2024] [Accepted: 07/26/2024] [Indexed: 08/12/2024]
Abstract
Meniscus is vital for maintaining the anatomical and functional integrity of knee. Injuries to meniscus, commonly caused by trauma or degenerative processes, can result in knee joint dysfunction and secondary osteoarthritis, while current conservative and surgical interventions for meniscus injuries bear suboptimal outcomes. In the past decade, there has been a significant focus on advancing meniscus tissue engineering, encompassing isolated scaffold strategies, biological augmentation, physical stimulus, and meniscus organoids, to improve the prognosis of meniscus injuries. Despite noteworthy promising preclinical results, translational gaps and inconsistencies in the therapeutic efficiency between preclinical and clinical studies exist. This review comprehensively outlines the developments in meniscus tissue engineering over the past decade (Scheme 1). Reasons for the discordant results between preclinical and clinical trials, as well as potential strategies to expedite the translation of bench-to-bedside approaches are analyzed and discussed.
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- Yixin Bian
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, State Key Laboratory of Complex Severe and Rare Diseases, Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Science and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, 100730, China
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, State Key Laboratory of Complex Severe and Rare Diseases, Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Science and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, 100730, China
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, State Key Laboratory of Complex Severe and Rare Diseases, Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Science and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, 100730, China
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, State Key Laboratory of Complex Severe and Rare Diseases, Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Science and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, 100730, China
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, State Key Laboratory of Complex Severe and Rare Diseases, Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Science and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, 100730, China
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, State Key Laboratory of Complex Severe and Rare Diseases, Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Science and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, 100730, China
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, State Key Laboratory of Complex Severe and Rare Diseases, Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Science and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, 100730, China
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, State Key Laboratory of Complex Severe and Rare Diseases, Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Science and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, 100730, China
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, State Key Laboratory of Complex Severe and Rare Diseases, Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Science and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, 100730, China
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- Department of Medical Genetics, Institute of Basic Medical Sciences, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences & School of Basic Medicine, Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, 100005, China.
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, State Key Laboratory of Complex Severe and Rare Diseases, Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Science and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, 100730, China.
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, State Key Laboratory of Complex Severe and Rare Diseases, Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Science and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, 100730, China.
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Bandyopadhyay A, Ghibhela B, Mandal BB. Current advances in engineering meniscal tissues: insights into 3D printing, injectable hydrogels and physical stimulation based strategies. Biofabrication 2024; 16:022006. [PMID: 38277686 DOI: 10.1088/1758-5090/ad22f0] [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: 09/15/2023] [Accepted: 01/26/2024] [Indexed: 01/28/2024]
Abstract
The knee meniscus is the cushioning fibro-cartilage tissue present in between the femoral condyles and tibial plateau of the knee joint. It is largely avascular in nature and suffers from a wide range of tears and injuries caused by accidents, trauma, active lifestyle of the populace and old age of individuals. Healing of the meniscus is especially difficult due to its avascularity and hence requires invasive arthroscopic approaches such as surgical resection, suturing or implantation. Though various tissue engineering approaches are proposed for the treatment of meniscus tears, three-dimensional (3D) printing/bioprinting, injectable hydrogels and physical stimulation involving modalities are gaining forefront in the past decade. A plethora of new printing approaches such as direct light photopolymerization and volumetric printing, injectable biomaterials loaded with growth factors and physical stimulation such as low-intensity ultrasound approaches are being added to the treatment portfolio along with the contemporary tear mitigation measures. This review discusses on the necessary design considerations, approaches for 3D modeling and design practices for meniscal tear treatments within the scope of tissue engineering and regeneration. Also, the suitable materials, cell sources, growth factors, fixation and lubrication strategies, mechanical stimulation approaches, 3D printing strategies and injectable hydrogels for meniscal tear management have been elaborated. We have also summarized potential technologies and the potential framework that could be the herald of the future of meniscus tissue engineering and repair approaches.
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- Ashutosh Bandyopadhyay
- Biomaterials and Tissue Engineering Laboratory, Department of Biosciences and Bioengineering, Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati, Guwahati, Assam, 781039, India
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- Biomaterials and Tissue Engineering Laboratory, Department of Biosciences and Bioengineering, Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati, Guwahati, Assam, 781039, India
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- Biomaterials and Tissue Engineering Laboratory, Department of Biosciences and Bioengineering, Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati, Guwahati, Assam, 781039, India
- Centre for Nanotechnology, Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati, Guwahati, Assam 781039, India
- Jyoti and Bhupat Mehta School of Health Sciences and Technology, Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati, Guwahati, Assam 781039, India
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Pensado-López A, Ummarino A, Khan S, Guildford A, Allan IU, Santin M, Chevallier N, Varaillon E, Kon E, Allavena P, Torres Andón F. Synthetic peptides of IL-1Ra and HSP70 have anti-inflammatory activity on human primary monocytes and macrophages: Potential treatments for inflammatory diseases. NANOMEDICINE : NANOTECHNOLOGY, BIOLOGY, AND MEDICINE 2024; 55:102719. [PMID: 37977510 DOI: 10.1016/j.nano.2023.102719] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/22/2023] [Revised: 10/05/2023] [Accepted: 10/23/2023] [Indexed: 11/19/2023]
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Chronic inflammatory diseases are increasing in developed societies, thus new anti-inflammatory approaches are needed in the clinic. Synthetic peptides complexes can be designed to mimic the activity of anti-inflammatory mediators, in order to alleviate inflammation. Here, we evaluated the anti-inflammatory efficacy of tethered peptides mimicking the interleukin-1 receptor antagonist (IL-1Ra) and the heat-shock protein 70 (HSP70). We tested their biocompatibility and anti-inflammatory activity in vitro in primary human monocytes and differentiated macrophages activated with two different stimuli: the TLR agonists (LPS + IFN-γ) or Pam3CSK4. Our results demonstrate that IL-1Ra and HSP70 synthetic peptides present a satisfactory biocompatible profile and significantly inhibit the secretion of several pro-inflammatory cytokines (IL-6, IL-8, IL-1β and TNFα). We further confirmed their anti-inflammatory activity when peptides were coated on a biocompatible material commonly employed in surgical implants. Overall, our findings support the potential use of IL-1Ra and HSP70 synthetic peptides for the treatment of inflammatory conditions.
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- Alba Pensado-López
- Department of Biomedical Sciences, Humanitas University, 20072 Pieve Emanuele, Milan, Italy.
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- Department of Biomedical Sciences, Humanitas University, 20072 Pieve Emanuele, Milan, Italy; IRCCS Humanitas Research Hospital, Rozzano, 20089, Milan, Italy.
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- Tissue Click Ltd, The Knoll Business Centre, Old Shoreham Rd, Hove, BN3 7GS, UK.
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- Tissue Click Ltd, The Knoll Business Centre, Old Shoreham Rd, Hove, BN3 7GS, UK.
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- Tissue Click Ltd, The Knoll Business Centre, Old Shoreham Rd, Hove, BN3 7GS, UK.
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- Centre for Regenerative Medicine and Devices, School of Applied Sciences, University of Brighton, Huxley Building Lewes Road, Brighton BN 24GJ, UK.
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- IMRB, U955, INSERM, Unite d'Ingenierie et de Therapie Cellulaire-Etablissement Français du Sang, Universite Paris-EST Créteil, 94017 Créteil, France.
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- IMRB, U955, INSERM, Unite d'Ingenierie et de Therapie Cellulaire-Etablissement Français du Sang, Universite Paris-EST Créteil, 94017 Créteil, France.
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- Department of Biomedical Sciences, Humanitas University, 20072 Pieve Emanuele, Milan, Italy; IRCCS Humanitas Research Hospital, Rozzano, 20089, Milan, Italy.
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- IRCCS Humanitas Research Hospital, Rozzano, 20089, Milan, Italy.
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- Department of Biomedical Sciences, Humanitas University, 20072 Pieve Emanuele, Milan, Italy; Instituto de Investigación Biomédica de A Coruña (INIBIC), Medical Oncology Unit, Complexo Hospitalario de A Coruña (CHUAC), 15006 A Coruña, Spain.
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Aşık EE, Damen AHA, van Hugten PPW, Roth AK, Thies JC, Emans PJ, Ito K, van Donkelaar CC, Pastrama M. Surface texture analysis of different focal knee resurfacing implants after 6 and 12 months in vivo in a goat model. J Orthop Res 2022; 40:2402-2413. [PMID: 35128715 PMCID: PMC9790236 DOI: 10.1002/jor.25274] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/19/2021] [Revised: 12/21/2021] [Accepted: 01/16/2022] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
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The clinical success of osteochondral implants depends significantly on their surface properties. In vivo, an implant may roughen over time which can decrease its performance. The present study investigates whether changes in the surface texture of metal and two types of polycarbonate urethane (PCU) focal knee resurfacing implants (FKRIs) occurred after 6 and 12 months of in vivo articulation with native goat cartilage. PCU implants which differed in stem stiffness were compared to investigate whether the stem fixating the implant in the bone influences surface topography. Using optical profilometry, 19 surface texture parameters were evaluated, including spatial distribution and functional parameters obtained from the material ratio curve. For metal implants, wear during in vivo articulation occurred mainly via material removal, as shown by the significant decrease of the core-valley transition from 91.5% in unused implants to 90% and 89.6% after 6 and 12 months, respectively. Conversely, for PCU implants, the wear mechanism consisted in either filling of the valleys or flattening of the surface by dulling of sharp peaks. This was illustrated in the change in roughness skewness from negative to positive values over 12 months of in vivo articulation. Implants with a softer stem experienced the most deformation, shown by the largest change in material ratio curve parameters. We therefore showed, using a detailed surface profilometry analysis, that the surface texture of metal and two different PCU FKRIs changes in a different way after articulation against cartilage, revealing distinct wear mechanisms of different implant materials.
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- Emin E. Aşık
- Orthopaedic Biomechanics, Department of Biomedical EngineeringEindhoven University of TechnologyEindhovenThe Netherlands
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- Orthopaedic Biomechanics, Department of Biomedical EngineeringEindhoven University of TechnologyEindhovenThe Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopaedic SurgeryMaastricht University Medical CenterMaastrichtThe Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopaedic SurgeryMaastricht University Medical CenterMaastrichtThe Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopaedic SurgeryMaastricht University Medical CenterMaastrichtThe Netherlands
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- Orthopaedic Biomechanics, Department of Biomedical EngineeringEindhoven University of TechnologyEindhovenThe Netherlands
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- Orthopaedic Biomechanics, Department of Biomedical EngineeringEindhoven University of TechnologyEindhovenThe Netherlands
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- Orthopaedic Biomechanics, Department of Biomedical EngineeringEindhoven University of TechnologyEindhovenThe Netherlands
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Strength of interference screw fixation of meniscus prosthesis matches native meniscus attachments. Knee Surg Sports Traumatol Arthrosc 2022; 30:2259-2266. [PMID: 34665300 PMCID: PMC9206603 DOI: 10.1007/s00167-021-06772-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/07/2021] [Accepted: 10/07/2021] [Indexed: 12/18/2022]
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PURPOSE Meniscal surgery is one of the most common orthopaedic surgical interventions. Total meniscus replacements have been proposed as a solution for patients with irreparable meniscal injuries. Reliable fixation is crucial for the success and functionality of such implants. The aim of this study was to characterise an interference screw fixation system developed for a novel fibre-matrix-reinforced synthetic total meniscus replacement in an ovine cadaveric model. METHODS Textile straps were tested in tension to failure (n = 15) and in cyclic tension (70-220 N) for 1000 cycles (n = 5). The textile strap-interference screw fixation system was tested in 4.5 mm-diameter single anterior and double posterior tunnels in North of England Mule ovine tibias aged > 2 years using titanium alloy (Ti6Al4Va) and polyether-ether-ketone (PEEK) screws (n ≥ 5). Straps were preconditioned, dynamically loaded for 1000 cycles in tension (70-220 N), the fixation slippage under cyclic loading was measured, and then pulled to failure. RESULTS Strap stiffness was at least 12 times that recorded for human meniscal roots. Strap creep strain at the maximum load (220 N) was 0.005 following 1000 cycles. For all tunnels, pull-out failure resulted from textile strap slippage or bone fracture rather than strap rupture, which demonstrated that the textile strap was comparatively stronger than the interference screw fixation system. Pull-out load (anterior 544 ± 119 N; posterior 889 ± 157 N) was comparable to human meniscal root strength. Fixation slippage was within the acceptable range for anterior cruciate ligament graft reconstruction (anterior 1.9 ± 0.7 mm; posterior 1.9 ± 0.5 mm). CONCLUSION These findings show that the textile attachment-interference screw fixation system provides reliable fixation for a novel ovine meniscus implant, supporting progression to in vivo testing. This research provides a baseline for future development of novel human meniscus replacements, in relation to attachment design and fixation methods. The data suggest that surgical techniques familiar from ligament reconstruction may be used for the fixation of clinical meniscal prostheses.
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Deng X, Chen X, Geng F, Tang X, Li Z, Zhang J, Wang Y, Wang F, Zheng N, Wang P, Yu X, Hou S, Zhang W. Precision 3D printed meniscus scaffolds to facilitate hMSCs proliferation and chondrogenic differentiation for tissue regeneration. J Nanobiotechnology 2021; 19:400. [PMID: 34856996 PMCID: PMC8641190 DOI: 10.1186/s12951-021-01141-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/10/2021] [Accepted: 11/16/2021] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
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Background The poor regenerative capability and structural complexity make the reconstruction of meniscus particularly challenging in clinic. 3D printing of polymer scaffolds holds the promise of precisely constructing complex tissue architecture, however the resultant scaffolds usually lack of sufficient bioactivity to effectively generate new tissue. Results Herein, 3D printing-based strategy via the cryo-printing technology was employed to fabricate customized polyurethane (PU) porous scaffolds that mimic native meniscus. In order to enhance scaffold bioactivity for human mesenchymal stem cells (hMSCs) culture, scaffold surface modification through the physical absorption of collagen I and fibronectin (FN) were investigated by cell live/dead staining and cell viability assays. The results indicated that coating with fibronectin outperformed coating with collagen I in promoting multiple-aspect stem cell functions, and fibronectin favors long-term culture required for chondrogenesis on scaffolds. In situ chondrogenic differentiation of hMSCs resulted in a time-dependent upregulation of SOX9 and extracellular matrix (ECM) assessed by qRT-PCR analysis, and enhanced deposition of collagen II and aggrecan confirmed by immunostaining and western blot analysis. Gene expression data also revealed 3D porous scaffolds coupled with surface functionalization greatly facilitated chondrogenesis of hMSCs. In addition, the subcutaneous implantation of 3D porous PU scaffolds on SD rats did not induce local inflammation and integrated well with surrounding tissues, suggesting good in vivo biocompatibility. Conclusions Overall, this study presents an approach to fabricate biocompatible meniscus constructs that not only recapitulate the architecture and mechanical property of native meniscus, but also have desired bioactivity for hMSCs culture and cartilage regeneration. The generated 3D meniscus-mimicking scaffolds incorporated with hMSCs offer great promise in tissue engineering strategies for meniscus regeneration. Graphical Abstract ![]()
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- Xingyu Deng
- School of Pharmacy, Hangzhou Normal University, Hangzhou, 311121, Zhejiang, China
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- School of Pharmacy, Hangzhou Normal University, Hangzhou, 311121, Zhejiang, China
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- Medtronic Technology Center, Shanghai, 201114, China
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- Medtronic Technology Center, Shanghai, 201114, China
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- School of Pharmacy, Hangzhou Normal University, Hangzhou, 311121, Zhejiang, China
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- School of Pharmacy, Hangzhou Normal University, Hangzhou, 311121, Zhejiang, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou, 310009, China.,Zhejiang Provincial Key Laboratory of Orthopaedics, Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou, 310009, China.,Zhejiang Provincial Key Laboratory of Orthopaedics, Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Chemical Engineering, School of Chemical and Biological Engineering, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, 310027, China
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- The State Key Laboratory of Translational Medicine and Innovative Drug Development, Nanjing, 210042, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou, 310009, China. .,Zhejiang Provincial Key Laboratory of Orthopaedics, Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China. .,Orthopedics Research Institute of Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, 310009, Zhejiang Province, China.
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- School of Pharmacy, Hangzhou Normal University, Hangzhou, 311121, Zhejiang, China.
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- Medtronic Technology Center, Shanghai, 201114, China.
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Li H, Li P, Yang Z, Gao C, Fu L, Liao Z, Zhao T, Cao F, Chen W, Peng Y, Yuan Z, Sui X, Liu S, Guo Q. Meniscal Regenerative Scaffolds Based on Biopolymers and Polymers: Recent Status and Applications. Front Cell Dev Biol 2021; 9:661802. [PMID: 34327197 PMCID: PMC8313827 DOI: 10.3389/fcell.2021.661802] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/31/2021] [Accepted: 06/15/2021] [Indexed: 12/12/2022] Open
Abstract
Knee menisci are structurally complex components that preserve appropriate biomechanics of the knee. Meniscal tissue is susceptible to injury and cannot heal spontaneously from most pathologies, especially considering the limited regenerative capacity of the inner avascular region. Conventional clinical treatments span from conservative therapy to meniscus implantation, all with limitations. There have been advances in meniscal tissue engineering and regenerative medicine in terms of potential combinations of polymeric biomaterials, endogenous cells and stimuli, resulting in innovative strategies. Recently, polymeric scaffolds have provided researchers with a powerful instrument to rationally support the requirements for meniscal tissue regeneration, ranging from an ideal architecture to biocompatibility and bioactivity. However, multiple challenges involving the anisotropic structure, sophisticated regenerative process, and challenging healing environment of the meniscus still create barriers to clinical application. Advances in scaffold manufacturing technology, temporal regulation of molecular signaling and investigation of host immunoresponses to scaffolds in tissue engineering provide alternative strategies, and studies have shed light on this field. Accordingly, this review aims to summarize the current polymers used to fabricate meniscal scaffolds and their applications in vivo and in vitro to evaluate their potential utility in meniscal tissue engineering. Recent progress on combinations of two or more types of polymers is described, with a focus on advanced strategies associated with technologies and immune compatibility and tunability. Finally, we discuss the current challenges and future prospects for regenerating injured meniscal tissues.
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- Hao Li
- The First Medical Center, Chinese PLA General Hospital, Institute of Orthopedics, Beijing, China.,Beijing Key Lab of Regenerative Medicine in Orthopedics, Beijing, China.,Key Laboratory of Musculoskeletal Trauma and War Injuries PLA, Beijing, China.,School of Medicine, Nankai University, Tianjin, China
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- The First Medical Center, Chinese PLA General Hospital, Institute of Orthopedics, Beijing, China.,Beijing Key Lab of Regenerative Medicine in Orthopedics, Beijing, China.,Key Laboratory of Musculoskeletal Trauma and War Injuries PLA, Beijing, China.,School of Medicine, Nankai University, Tianjin, China
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- The First Medical Center, Chinese PLA General Hospital, Institute of Orthopedics, Beijing, China.,Beijing Key Lab of Regenerative Medicine in Orthopedics, Beijing, China.,Key Laboratory of Musculoskeletal Trauma and War Injuries PLA, Beijing, China.,School of Medicine, Nankai University, Tianjin, China
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- The First Medical Center, Chinese PLA General Hospital, Institute of Orthopedics, Beijing, China.,Beijing Key Lab of Regenerative Medicine in Orthopedics, Beijing, China.,Key Laboratory of Musculoskeletal Trauma and War Injuries PLA, Beijing, China.,School of Medicine, Nankai University, Tianjin, China
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- The First Medical Center, Chinese PLA General Hospital, Institute of Orthopedics, Beijing, China.,Beijing Key Lab of Regenerative Medicine in Orthopedics, Beijing, China.,Key Laboratory of Musculoskeletal Trauma and War Injuries PLA, Beijing, China.,School of Medicine, Nankai University, Tianjin, China
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- The First Medical Center, Chinese PLA General Hospital, Institute of Orthopedics, Beijing, China.,Beijing Key Lab of Regenerative Medicine in Orthopedics, Beijing, China.,Key Laboratory of Musculoskeletal Trauma and War Injuries PLA, Beijing, China.,School of Medicine, Nankai University, Tianjin, China
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- The First Medical Center, Chinese PLA General Hospital, Institute of Orthopedics, Beijing, China.,Beijing Key Lab of Regenerative Medicine in Orthopedics, Beijing, China.,Key Laboratory of Musculoskeletal Trauma and War Injuries PLA, Beijing, China.,School of Medicine, Nankai University, Tianjin, China
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- The First Medical Center, Chinese PLA General Hospital, Institute of Orthopedics, Beijing, China.,Beijing Key Lab of Regenerative Medicine in Orthopedics, Beijing, China.,Key Laboratory of Musculoskeletal Trauma and War Injuries PLA, Beijing, China
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- The First Medical Center, Chinese PLA General Hospital, Institute of Orthopedics, Beijing, China.,Beijing Key Lab of Regenerative Medicine in Orthopedics, Beijing, China.,Key Laboratory of Musculoskeletal Trauma and War Injuries PLA, Beijing, China.,School of Medicine, Nankai University, Tianjin, China
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- School of Medicine, Nankai University, Tianjin, China
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- Department of Bone and Joint Surgery, Renji Hospital, School of Medicine, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Shanghai, China
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- The First Medical Center, Chinese PLA General Hospital, Institute of Orthopedics, Beijing, China.,Beijing Key Lab of Regenerative Medicine in Orthopedics, Beijing, China.,Key Laboratory of Musculoskeletal Trauma and War Injuries PLA, Beijing, China
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- The First Medical Center, Chinese PLA General Hospital, Institute of Orthopedics, Beijing, China.,Beijing Key Lab of Regenerative Medicine in Orthopedics, Beijing, China.,Key Laboratory of Musculoskeletal Trauma and War Injuries PLA, Beijing, China
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- The First Medical Center, Chinese PLA General Hospital, Institute of Orthopedics, Beijing, China.,Beijing Key Lab of Regenerative Medicine in Orthopedics, Beijing, China.,Key Laboratory of Musculoskeletal Trauma and War Injuries PLA, Beijing, China.,School of Medicine, Nankai University, Tianjin, China
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Cartilage lamina splendens inspired nanostructured coating for biomaterial lubrication. J Colloid Interface Sci 2021; 594:435-445. [PMID: 33774399 DOI: 10.1016/j.jcis.2021.03.052] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/13/2020] [Revised: 03/08/2021] [Accepted: 03/09/2021] [Indexed: 11/21/2022]
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Biomaterials that are used in biological systems, such as polycarbonate urethane (PCU) knee joint implants and contact lenses, generally lack lubrication. This limits their integration with the body and impedes their function. Here, we propose a nanostructured film based on hydrophilic polysaccharide hyaluronic acid conjugated with dopamine (HADN) and zwitterionic reduced glutathione (Glu), which forms a composite coating (HADN-Glu) to enhance the lubrication between cartilage and PCU. HADN was synthesized by carbodiimide chemistry between hyaluronic acid and dopamine and deposited on PCU surface under mild oxidative conditions. Then, zwitterionic peptide-reduced glutathione was bioconjugated to HADN, forming a lubrication film. Analysis based on X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS), atomic force microscopy (AFM) and wettability indicated that HADN and Glu had grafted successfully onto the PCU surface. Measurements of the coefficient of friction (COF), friction energy dissipation and cartilage roughness indicated that cartilage was effectively protected by the high lubrication of HADN-Glu. Both at low and high applied loads, this effect was likely due to the enhanced boundary lubrication enabled by HADN-Glu on the PCU surface. Moreover, HADN-Glu is highly biocompatible with chondrocyte cells, suggesting that this film will benefit the design of implants where lubrication is needed.
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Non-anatomical placement adversely affects the functional performance of the meniscal implant: a finite element study. Biomech Model Mechanobiol 2021; 20:1167-1185. [PMID: 33661440 DOI: 10.1007/s10237-021-01440-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/22/2020] [Accepted: 02/17/2021] [Indexed: 01/14/2023]
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Non-anatomical placement may occur during the surgical implantation of the meniscal implant, and its influence on the resulting biomechanics of the knee joint has not been systematically studied. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the biomechanical effects of non-anatomical placement of the meniscal implant on the knee joint during a complete walking cycle. Three-dimensional finite element (FE) analyses of the knee joint were performed, based on the model developed from magnetic resonance images and the loading conditions derived from the gait pattern of a healthy male subject, for the following physiological conditions: (i) knee joint with intact native meniscus, (ii) medial meniscectomized knee joint, (iii) knee joint with anatomically placed meniscal implant, and (iv) knee joint with the meniscal implant placed in four different in vitro determined non-anatomical locations. While the native menisci were modeled using the nonlinear hyperelastic Holzapfel-Gasser-Ogden (HGO) constitutive model, the meniscal implant was modeled using the isotropic hyperelastic neo-Hookean model. Placement of the meniscal implant in the non-anatomical lateral-posterior and lateral-anterior locations significantly increased the peak contact pressure in the medial compartment. Placement of the meniscal implant in non-anatomical locations significantly altered the tibial rotational kinematics and increased the total force acting at the meniscal horns. Results suggest that placement of the meniscal implant in non-anatomical locations may restrain its ability to be chondroprotective and may initiate or accelerate cartilage degeneration. In conclusion, clinicians should endeavor to place the implant as closest as possible to the anatomical location to restore the normal knee biomechanics.
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Constitutive modeling of menisci tissue: a critical review of analytical and numerical approaches. Biomech Model Mechanobiol 2020; 19:1979-1996. [PMID: 32572727 DOI: 10.1007/s10237-020-01352-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/16/2020] [Accepted: 05/28/2020] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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Menisci are fibrocartilaginous disks consisting of soft tissue with a complex biomechanical structure. They are critical determinants of the kinematics as well as the stability of the knee joint. Several studies have been carried out to formulate tissue mechanical behavior, leading to the development of a wide spectrum of constitutive laws. In addition to developing analytical tools, extensive numerical studies have been conducted on menisci modeling. This study reviews the developments of the most widely used continuum models of the meniscus mechanical properties in conjunction with emerging analytical and numerical models used to study the meniscus. The review presents relevant approaches and assumptions used to develop the models and includes discussions regarding strengths, weaknesses, and discrepancies involved in the presented models. The study presents a comprehensive coverage of relevant publications included in Compendex, EMBASE, MEDLINE, PubMed, ScienceDirect, Springer, and Scopus databases. This review aims at opening novel avenues for improving menisci modeling within the framework of constitutive modeling through highlighting the needs for further research directed toward determining key factors in gaining insight into the biomechanics of menisci which is crucial for the elaborate design of meniscal replacements.
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Naghibi H, Janssen D, van den Boogaard T, van Tienen T, Verdonschot N. The implications of non-anatomical positioning of a meniscus prosthesis on predicted human knee joint biomechanics. Med Biol Eng Comput 2020; 58:1341-1355. [PMID: 32279202 PMCID: PMC7211793 DOI: 10.1007/s11517-020-02158-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/13/2019] [Accepted: 03/12/2020] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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Despite all the efforts to optimize the meniscus prosthesis system (geometry, material, and fixation type), the success of the prosthesis in clinical practice will depend on surgical factors such as intra-operative positioning of the prosthesis. In this study, the aim was therefore to assess the implications of positional changes of the medial meniscus prosthesis for knee biomechanics. A detailed validated finite element (FE) model of human intact and meniscal implanted knees was developed based on a series of in vitro experiments. Different non-anatomical prosthesis positions were applied in the FE model, and the biomechanical response during the gait stance phase compared with an anatomically positioned prosthesis, as well as meniscectomized and also the intact knee model. The results showed that an anatomical positioning of the medial meniscus prosthesis could better recover the intact knee biomechanics, while a non-anatomical positioning of the prosthesis to a limited extent alters the knee kinematics and articular contact pressure and increases the implantation failure risk. The outcomes indicate that a medial or anterior positioning of the meniscus prosthesis may be more forgiving than a posteriorly or laterally positioned prosthesis. The outcome of this study may provide a better insight into the possible consequences of meniscus prosthesis positioning errors for the patient and the prosthesis functionality. Graphical abstract ![]()
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- Hamid Naghibi
- Robotics and Mechatronics Lab, Technical Medical (TechMed) Centre, University of Twente, Building Carré, Room CR 3607, P.O. Box 217, 7500 AE, Enschede, The Netherlands.
- Radboud Institute for Health Sciences, Orthopaedic Research Lab, Radboud University Medical Center, 6525 GA, Nijmegen, The Netherlands.
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- Radboud Institute for Health Sciences, Orthopaedic Research Lab, Radboud University Medical Center, 6525 GA, Nijmegen, The Netherlands
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- Nonlinear Solid Mechanics, Faculty of Engineering Technology, University of Twente, 7522 NB, Enschede, The Netherlands
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- Radboud Institute for Health Sciences, Orthopaedic Research Lab, Radboud University Medical Center, 6525 GA, Nijmegen, The Netherlands
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- Radboud Institute for Health Sciences, Orthopaedic Research Lab, Radboud University Medical Center, 6525 GA, Nijmegen, The Netherlands
- Laboratory of Biomechanical Engineering, University of Twente, 7522 NB, Enschede, The Netherlands
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Bachtiar EO, Erol O, Millrod M, Tao R, Gracias DH, Romer LH, Kang SH. 3D printing and characterization of a soft and biostable elastomer with high flexibility and strength for biomedical applications. J Mech Behav Biomed Mater 2020; 104:103649. [PMID: 32174407 PMCID: PMC7078069 DOI: 10.1016/j.jmbbm.2020.103649] [Citation(s) in RCA: 28] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/01/2019] [Revised: 12/26/2019] [Accepted: 01/20/2020] [Indexed: 01/09/2023]
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Recent advancements in 3D printing have revolutionized biomedical engineering by enabling the manufacture of complex and functional devices in a low-cost, customizable, and small-batch fabrication manner. Soft elastomers are particularly important for biomedical applications because they can provide similar mechanical properties as tissues with improved biocompatibility. However, there are very few biocompatible elastomers with 3D printability, and little is known about the material properties of biocompatible 3D printable elastomers. Here, we report a new framework to 3D print a soft, biocompatible, and biostable polycarbonate-based urethane silicone (PCU-Sil) with minimal defects. We systematically characterize the rheological and thermal properties of the material to guide the 3D printing process and have determined a range of processing conditions. Optimal printing parameters such as printing speed, temperature, and layer height are determined via parametric studies aimed at minimizing porosity while maximizing the geometric accuracy of the 3D-printed samples as evaluated via micro-CT. We also characterize the mechanical properties of the 3D-printed structures under quasistatic and cyclic loading, degradation behavior and biocompatibility. The 3D-printed materials show a Young's modulus of 6.9 ± 0.85 MPa and a failure strain of 457 ± 37.7% while exhibiting good cell viability. Finally, compliant and free-standing structures including a patient-specific heart model and a bifurcating arterial structure are printed to demonstrate the versatility of the 3D-printed material. We anticipate that the 3D printing framework presented in this work will open up new possibilities not only for PCU-Sil, but also for other soft, biocompatible and thermoplastic polymers in various biomedical applications requiring high flexibility and strength combined with biocompatibility, such as vascular implants, heart valves, and catheters.
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- Emilio O Bachtiar
- Department of Mechanical Engineering, Johns Hopkins University, 3400 North Charles Street, Baltimore, MD, 21218, USA; Hopkins Extreme Materials Institute, Johns Hopkins University, 3400 North Charles Street, Baltimore, MD, 21218, USA
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering, Johns Hopkins University, 3400 North Charles Street, Baltimore, MD, 21218, USA; Hopkins Extreme Materials Institute, Johns Hopkins University, 3400 North Charles Street, Baltimore, MD, 21218, USA
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Critical Care Medicine, Johns Hopkins University, 600 North Wolfe St, Baltimore, MD 21205, USA
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- Hopkins Extreme Materials Institute, Johns Hopkins University, 3400 North Charles Street, Baltimore, MD, 21218, USA; Department of Biomedical Engineering, Johns Hopkins University, 720 Rutland Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21205, USA
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- Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, Johns Hopkins University, 3400 North Charles Street, Baltimore, MD, 21218, USA; Department of Materials Science and Engineering, Johns Hopkins University, 3400 North Charles Street, Baltimore, MD, 21218, USA
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Critical Care Medicine, Johns Hopkins University, 600 North Wolfe St, Baltimore, MD 21205, USA; Department of Biomedical Engineering, Johns Hopkins University, 720 Rutland Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21205, USA; Departments of Cell Biology, Pediatrics, and the Center for Cell Dynamics, Johns Hopkins University, 725 North Wolfe St, Baltimore, MD 21205, USA
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering, Johns Hopkins University, 3400 North Charles Street, Baltimore, MD, 21218, USA; Hopkins Extreme Materials Institute, Johns Hopkins University, 3400 North Charles Street, Baltimore, MD, 21218, USA; Institute for NanoBioTechnology, Johns Hopkins University, 3400 North Charles Street, Baltimore, MD, 21218, USA.
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Rothrauff BB, Sasaki H, Kihara S, Overholt KJ, Gottardi R, Lin H, Fu FH, Tuan RS, Alexander PG. Point-of-Care Procedure for Enhancement of Meniscal Healing in a Goat Model Utilizing Infrapatellar Fat Pad-Derived Stromal Vascular Fraction Cells Seeded in Photocrosslinkable Hydrogel. Am J Sports Med 2019; 47:3396-3405. [PMID: 31644307 DOI: 10.1177/0363546519880468] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/31/2023]
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BACKGROUND Large radial tears of the meniscus involving the avascular region can compromise meniscal function and result in poor healing and subsequent osteochondral degeneration. Augmentation of surgical repairs with adipose-derived stromal vascular fraction (SVF), which contains mesenchymal stromal cells, may improve meniscal healing and preserve function (ie, chondroprotection). PURPOSES (1) To develop a goat model of a radial meniscal tear with resulting osteoarthritis and (2) to explore the efficacy of a 1-step procedure utilizing infrapatellar fat pad-derived SVF cells seeded in a photocrosslinkable hydrogel to enhance meniscal healing and mitigate osteochondral degeneration. STUDY DESIGN Controlled laboratory study. METHODS A full-thickness radial tear spanning 90% of the medial meniscal width was made at the junction of the anterior and middle bodies of the goat stifle joint. Tears received 1 of 3 interventions (n = 4 per group): untreated, repair, or repair augmented with photocrosslinkable methacrylated gelatin hydrogel containing 2.0 × 106 SVF cells/mL and 2.0 µg/mL of transforming growth factor β3. The contralateral (left) joint served as a healthy control. At 6 months, meniscal healing and joint health were evaluated by magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and assessed by histological and macroscopic scoring. The Whole-Organ Magnetic Resonance Imaging Score and the presence of a residual tear, as evaluated with T2 MRI sequences, were determined by a single blinded orthopaedic surgeon. RESULTS When compared with tears left untreated or repaired with suture alone, augmented repairs demonstrated increased tissue formation in the meniscal tear site, as seen on MRI and macroscopically. Likewise, the neotissue of augmented repairs possessed a histological appearance more similar, although still inferior, to healthy meniscus. Osteochondral degeneration in the medial compartment, as evaluated by the Whole-Organ Magnetic Resonance Imaging Score and Inoue (macroscopic) scale, revealed increased degeneration in the untreated and repair groups, which was mitigated in the augmented repair group. Histological evaluation with a modified Mankin score showed a similar trend. In all measures of osteochondral degeneration, the augmented repair group did not differ significantly from the uninjured control. CONCLUSION A radial tear spanning 90% of the medial meniscal width in a goat stifle joint showed poor healing potential and resulted in osteochondral degeneration by 6 months, even if suture repair was performed. Augmentation of the repair with a photocrosslinkable hydrogel containing transforming growth factor β3 and SVF cells, isolated intraoperatively by rapid enzymatic digestion, improved meniscal healing and mitigated osteoarthritic changes. CLINICAL RELEVANCE Repair augmentation with an SVF cell-seeded hydrogel may support successful repair of meniscal tears previously considered irreparable.
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- Benjamin B Rothrauff
- Center for Cellular and Molecular Engineering, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, School of Medicine, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA
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- Center for Cellular and Molecular Engineering, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, School of Medicine, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA
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- Center for Cellular and Molecular Engineering, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, School of Medicine, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA
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- Center for Cellular and Molecular Engineering, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, School of Medicine, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA
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- Center for Cellular and Molecular Engineering, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, School of Medicine, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA
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- Center for Cellular and Molecular Engineering, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, School of Medicine, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA
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- Center for Cellular and Molecular Engineering, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, School of Medicine, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA
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- Center for Cellular and Molecular Engineering, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, School of Medicine, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA
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- Center for Cellular and Molecular Engineering, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, School of Medicine, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA
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Otsuki S, Nakagawa K, Murakami T, Sezaki S, Sato H, Suzuki M, Okuno N, Wakama H, Kaihatsu K, Neo M. Evaluation of Meniscal Regeneration in a Mini Pig Model Treated With a Novel Polyglycolic Acid Meniscal Scaffold. Am J Sports Med 2019; 47:1804-1815. [PMID: 31172797 DOI: 10.1177/0363546519850578] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/31/2023]
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BACKGROUND Meniscal injury is a severe impediment to movement and results in accelerated deterioration of the knee joint. PURPOSE To evaluate the effect of a novel meniscal scaffold prepared from polyglycolic acid coated with polylactic acid/caprolactone on the treatment of meniscal injury in a mini pig model. STUDY DESIGN Controlled laboratory study. METHODS The model was established with a 10-mm resection at the anterior medial meniscus on both knee joints. A scaffold was implanted in the right knee joint. The meniscal scaffold was inserted and sutured next to the native meniscus. The histological analysis was performed to determine meniscal regeneration with safranin O staining, cell proliferation with PCNA, inflammation with TNF, and collagen structure and production with picrosirius red and immunofluorescence. Cartilage degeneration was evaluated with Safranin O. Meniscal regeneration and joint fluid were evaluated with magnetic resonance imaging. RESULTS Although compressive stress and elastic modulus were significantly lower in the scaffold than in the native porcine menisci, ultimate tensile stress was similar. Implanted scaffolds were covered with tissue beginning at 4 weeks, with increased migration of proliferating cells to the implant area at 4 and 8 weeks. Scaffolds were absorbed with freshly produced collagen at 24 weeks. Cartilage degeneration was significantly lower in the meniscus-implanted group than in the meniscectomy group. Magnetic resonance imaging results did not show severe accumulation of joint fluids, suggesting negligible inflammation. Density of the implanted menisci was comparable with that of the native menisci. CONCLUSION Meniscal scaffold prepared from polyglycolic acid has therapeutic potential for meniscal regeneration. CLINICAL RELEVANCE This meniscal scaffold can improve biological knee reconstruction and prevent the increase of total knee arthroplasty.
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- Shuhei Otsuki
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Osaka Medical College, Takatsuki, Japan
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Osaka Medical College, Takatsuki, Japan
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Osaka Medical College, Takatsuki, Japan
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- Gunze Limited, QOL Research Laboratory, Kyoto, Japan
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Osaka Medical College, Takatsuki, Japan
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Osaka Medical College, Takatsuki, Japan
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Osaka Medical College, Takatsuki, Japan
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Murphy CA, Garg AK, Silva-Correia J, Reis RL, Oliveira JM, Collins MN. The Meniscus in Normal and Osteoarthritic Tissues: Facing the Structure Property Challenges and Current Treatment Trends. Annu Rev Biomed Eng 2019; 21:495-521. [DOI: 10.1146/annurev-bioeng-060418-052547] [Citation(s) in RCA: 41] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/09/2022]
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The treatment of meniscus injuries has recently been facing a paradigm shift toward the field of tissue engineering, with the aim of regenerating damaged and diseased menisci as opposed to current treatment techniques. This review focuses on the structure and mechanics associated with the meniscus. The meniscus is defined in terms of its biological structure and composition. Biomechanics of the meniscus are discussed in detail, as an understanding of the mechanics is fundamental for the development of new meniscal treatment strategies. Key meniscal characteristics such as biological function, damage (tears), and disease are critically analyzed. The latest technologies behind meniscal repair and regeneration are assessed.
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- Caroline A. Murphy
- Stokes Laboratories, Bernal Institute, School of Engineering, University of Limerick, Limerick V94 PC82, Ireland
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- Manufacturing Technology and Innovation Global Supply Chain, Johnson & Johnson, Bridgewater, New Jersey 08807, USA
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- 3B's Research Group, I3B's: Research Institute on Biomaterials, Biodegradables and Biomimetics, University of Minho and Headquarters of the European Institute of Excellence on Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine, 4805-017 Barco, Guimarães, Portugal
- ICVS/3B's: PT Government Associate Laboratory, 4710-057 Braga, Guimarães, Portugal
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- 3B's Research Group, I3B's: Research Institute on Biomaterials, Biodegradables and Biomimetics, University of Minho and Headquarters of the European Institute of Excellence on Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine, 4805-017 Barco, Guimarães, Portugal
- ICVS/3B's: PT Government Associate Laboratory, 4710-057 Braga, Guimarães, Portugal
- The Discoveries Centre for Regenerative and Precision Medicine, University of Minho, 4805-017 Barco, Guimarães, Portugal
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- 3B's Research Group, I3B's: Research Institute on Biomaterials, Biodegradables and Biomimetics, University of Minho and Headquarters of the European Institute of Excellence on Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine, 4805-017 Barco, Guimarães, Portugal
- ICVS/3B's: PT Government Associate Laboratory, 4710-057 Braga, Guimarães, Portugal
- The Discoveries Centre for Regenerative and Precision Medicine, University of Minho, 4805-017 Barco, Guimarães, Portugal
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- Stokes Laboratories, Bernal Institute, School of Engineering, University of Limerick, Limerick V94 PC82, Ireland
- Health Research Institute, University of Limerick, Limerick V94 T9PX, Ireland
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Stein SEC, von Luebken F, Warnecke D, Gentilini C, Skaer N, Walker R, Kessler O, Ignatius A, Duerselen L. The challenge of implant integration in partial meniscal replacement: an experimental study on a silk fibroin scaffold in sheep. Knee Surg Sports Traumatol Arthrosc 2019; 27:369-380. [PMID: 30264241 PMCID: PMC6394547 DOI: 10.1007/s00167-018-5160-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/07/2018] [Accepted: 09/24/2018] [Indexed: 02/03/2023]
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PURPOSE To restore meniscal function after excessive tissue damage, a silk fibroin implant for partial meniscal replacement was developed and investigated in an earlier sheep model. After 6 months implantation, it showed promising results in terms of chondroprotection and biocompatibility. To improve surgical fixation, the material was subjected to optimisation and a fibre mesh was integrated into the porous matrix. The aim of the study was the evaluation of this second generation of silk fibroin implants in a sheep model. METHODS Nine adult merino sheep received subtotal meniscal replacement using the silk fibroin scaffold. In nine additional animals, the defect was left untreated. Sham surgery was performed in another group of nine animals. After 6 months of implantation macroscopic, biomechanical and histological evaluations of the scaffold, meniscus, and articular cartilage were conducted. RESULTS Macroscopic evaluation revealed no signs of inflammation of the operated knee joint and most implants were located in the defect. However, there was no solid connection to the remaining peripheral meniscal rim and three devices showed a radial rupture at the middle zone. The equilibrium modulus of the scaffold increased after 6 months implantation time as identified by biomechanical testing (before implantation 0.6 ± 0.3 MPa; after implantation: 0.8 ± 0.3 MPa). Macroscopically and histologically visible softening and fibrillation of the articular cartilage in the meniscectomy- and implant group were confirmed biomechanically by indentation testing of the tibial cartilage. CONCLUSIONS In the current study, biocompatibility of the silk fibroin scaffold was reconfirmed. The initial mechanical properties of the silk fibroin implant resembled native meniscal tissue. However, stiffness of the scaffold increased considerably after implantation. This might have prevented integration of the device and chondroprotection of the underlying cartilage. Furthermore, the increased stiffness of the material is likely responsible for the partial destruction of some implants. Clinically, we learn that an inappropriate replacement device might lead to similar cartilage damage as seen after meniscectomy. Given the poor acceptance of the clinically available partial meniscal replacement devices, it can be speculated that development of a total meniscal replacement device might be the less challenging option.
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- Svenja Emmi Catherine Stein
- Institute of Orthopaedic Research and Biomechanics, Centre for Trauma Research Ulm, Ulm University Medical Centre, Helmholtzstraße 14, 89081 Ulm, Germany
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- Department of Trauma and Orthopaedic Surgery, Hospital of the German Armed Forces Ulm, Oberer Eselsberg 40, 89081 Ulm, Germany
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- Institute of Orthopaedic Research and Biomechanics, Centre for Trauma Research Ulm, Ulm University Medical Centre, Helmholtzstraße 14, 89081 Ulm, Germany
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- Orthox Ltd., 66 Innovation Drive, Milton Park, Abingdon, Oxfordshire OX14 4RQ UK
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- Orthox Ltd., 66 Innovation Drive, Milton Park, Abingdon, Oxfordshire OX14 4RQ UK
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- Orthox Ltd., 66 Innovation Drive, Milton Park, Abingdon, Oxfordshire OX14 4RQ UK
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- Centre of Orthopaedics and Sports, Albisriederstraße 243 A, 8047 Zurich, Switzerland
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- Institute of Orthopaedic Research and Biomechanics, Centre for Trauma Research Ulm, Ulm University Medical Centre, Helmholtzstraße 14, 89081 Ulm, Germany
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- Institute of Orthopaedic Research and Biomechanics, Centre for Trauma Research Ulm, Ulm University Medical Centre, Helmholtzstraße 14, 89081 Ulm, Germany
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Inyang AO, Abdalrahman T, Bezuidenhout D, Bowen J, Vaughan CL. Suitability of developed composite materials for meniscal replacement: Mechanical, friction and wear evaluation. J Mech Behav Biomed Mater 2018; 89:217-226. [PMID: 30296703 DOI: 10.1016/j.jmbbm.2018.09.025] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/15/2018] [Accepted: 09/17/2018] [Indexed: 11/19/2022]
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The meniscus is a complex and frequently damaged tissue which requires a substitute capable of reproducing similar biomechanical functions. This study aims to develop a synthetic meniscal substitute that can mimic the function of the native meniscus. Medical grade silicones reinforced with nylon were fabricated using compression moulding and evaluated for mechanical and tribological properties. The optimal properties were obtained with tensile modulus increased considerably from 10.7 ± 2.9 MPa to 114.6 ± 20.9 MPa while compressive modulus was found to reduce from 2.5 ± 0.6 MPa to 0.7 ± 0.3 MPa. Using a tribometer, the coefficient of friction of 0.08 ± 0.02 was measured at the end of the 100,000 cycles. The developed composite could be an auspicious substitute for the native meniscus and the knowledge gained from this study is useful as it enhances the understanding of a potentially suitable material for meniscal implants.
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- Adijat Omowumi Inyang
- Division of Biomedical Engineering, Human Biology Department, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Cape Town, Anzio Road, Observatory 7925, Cape Town, South Africa.
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- Division of Biomedical Engineering, Human Biology Department, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Cape Town, Anzio Road, Observatory 7925, Cape Town, South Africa.
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- Cardiovascular Research Unit, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Cape Town, Anzio Road, Observatory 7925, Cape Town, South Africa.
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- School of Chemical Engineering, University of Birmingham, Edgbaston, Birmingham B15 2TT, UK.
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- Division of Biomedical Engineering, Human Biology Department, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Cape Town, Anzio Road, Observatory 7925, Cape Town, South Africa.
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Patel JM, Brzezinski A, Raole DA, Dunn MG, Gatt CJ. Interference Screw Versus Suture Endobutton Fixation of a Fiber-Reinforced Meniscus Replacement Device in a Human Cadaveric Knee Model. Am J Sports Med 2018; 46:2133-2141. [PMID: 29847143 DOI: 10.1177/0363546518773737] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/31/2023]
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BACKGROUND Meniscal lesions represent one of the most common intra-articular knee injuries. Meniscus replacement devices are needed to restore load distribution and knee stability after meniscectomy. Fixation of these devices is crucial to the generation of hoop stresses and the distribution of loads in the joint. PURPOSE To evaluate 2 different fixation techniques (suture endobutton and interference screw) for implantation of a novel meniscus device. STUDY DESIGN Controlled laboratory study. METHODS In 7 human cadaveric knees (aged 17-61 years), 1 anterior and 2 potential posterior tunnel locations were investigated, and both fixation techniques were tested in each tunnel. The native meniscus roots, devices fixed with a suture endobutton, and devices fixed with an interference screw were gripped with cryoclamps, and tibias were drilled and loaded into a custom jig. Samples were preloaded, preconditioned, loaded for 500 cycles (50-150 N), and tested in tension until failure. RESULTS For all 3 tunnels, suture fixation resulted in greater elongation (54.1%-150.7% greater; P < .05) during cyclic loading than interference screw fixation, which approximated the native roots. Both fixation techniques displayed ultimate tensile loads in the same range as native roots. However, stiffness of the suture fixation groups (36.5-41.6 N/mm) was only 28% to 37% of that of the interference screw fixation groups (98.7-131.6 N/mm), which had values approaching those of the native roots (anterior: 175.4 ± 24.2 N/mm; posterior: 157.6 ± 22.9 N/mm). CONCLUSION Interference screw fixation was found to be superior to suture fixation with regard to elongation and stiffness, a finding that should be considered in the design and implantation of novel meniscus replacement devices. CLINICAL RELEVANCE With the emergence of various devices for total meniscus replacement, the establishment of fixation strategies is crucial for the generation of tensile hoop stresses and the efficacy of these approaches.
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- Jay M Patel
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences, New Brunswick, New Jersey, USA.,Department of Biomedical Engineering, Rutgers University, Piscataway, New Jersey, USA.,McKay Orthopaedic Research Laboratory, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences, New Brunswick, New Jersey, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences, New Brunswick, New Jersey, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences, New Brunswick, New Jersey, USA.,Department of Biomedical Engineering, Rutgers University, Piscataway, New Jersey, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences, New Brunswick, New Jersey, USA.,Department of Biomedical Engineering, Rutgers University, Piscataway, New Jersey, USA
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李 金, 肖 建, 左 建, 杨 小. [Research progress on artificial meniscus implants]. SHENG WU YI XUE GONG CHENG XUE ZA ZHI = JOURNAL OF BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING = SHENGWU YIXUE GONGCHENGXUE ZAZHI 2018; 35:488-492. [PMID: 29938960 PMCID: PMC9935212 DOI: 10.7507/1001-5515.201710038] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/19/2017] [Indexed: 11/03/2022]
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Meniscus injury has been one of the most common knee injuries in current society. The research on artificial meniscus implants as substitutes in meniscus reconstruction therapy has become global focus in order to solve clinical problems such as irreparable meniscus injury and symptoms after full or partial meniscectomy. At present, researches on artificial meniscus implants mainly focus on biodegradable meniscus scaffolds and non-biodegradable meniscus substitutes. Although the commercialized meniscal implants, such as CMI ®, Actifit ® and NUsurface ®, have been applied in the clinical, none of them can perfectively restore or permanently replace the natural meniscus tissue, effectively solve the symptoms after meniscectomy, and prevent cartilage degenerative diseases. The research progress, application, advantages and disadvantages of different kinds of artificial meniscus implants are reviewed in this manuscript, and the prospect is provided.
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- 金歌 李
- 中国科学院 长春应用化学研究所 高分子复合材料工程实验室(长春 130022)Polymer Composites Engineering Laboratory, Changchun Institute of Applied Chemistry Chinese Academy of Sciences, Changchun 130022, P.R.China
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- 中国科学院 长春应用化学研究所 高分子复合材料工程实验室(长春 130022)Polymer Composites Engineering Laboratory, Changchun Institute of Applied Chemistry Chinese Academy of Sciences, Changchun 130022, P.R.China
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- 中国科学院 长春应用化学研究所 高分子复合材料工程实验室(长春 130022)Polymer Composites Engineering Laboratory, Changchun Institute of Applied Chemistry Chinese Academy of Sciences, Changchun 130022, P.R.China
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- 中国科学院 长春应用化学研究所 高分子复合材料工程实验室(长春 130022)Polymer Composites Engineering Laboratory, Changchun Institute of Applied Chemistry Chinese Academy of Sciences, Changchun 130022, P.R.China
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Bilgen B, Jayasuriya CT, Owens BD. Current Concepts in Meniscus Tissue Engineering and Repair. Adv Healthc Mater 2018; 7:e1701407. [PMID: 29542287 PMCID: PMC6176857 DOI: 10.1002/adhm.201701407] [Citation(s) in RCA: 77] [Impact Index Per Article: 12.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/01/2017] [Revised: 01/22/2018] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
Abstract
The meniscus is the most commonly injured structure in the human knee. Meniscus deficiency has been shown to lead to advanced osteoarthritis (OA) due to abnormal mechanical forces, and replacement strategies for this structure have lagged behind other tissue engineering endeavors. The challenges include the complex 3D structure with individualized size parameters, the significant compressive, tensile and shear loads encountered, and the poor blood supply. In this progress report, a review of the current clinical treatments for different types of meniscal injury is provided. The state-of-the-art research in cellular therapies and novel cell sources for these therapies is discussed. The clinically available cell-free biomaterial implants and the current progress on cell-free biomaterial implants are reviewed. Cell-based tissue engineering strategies for the repair and replacement of meniscus are presented, and the current challenges are identified. Tissue-engineered meniscal biocomposite implants may provide an alternative solution for the treatment of meniscal injury to prevent OA in the long run, because of the limitations of the existing therapies.
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- Bahar Bilgen
- Department of Orthopaedics, Rhode Island Hospital and the Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University, 1 Hoppin St, Providence, RI, 02903, USA
- Providence VA Medical Center, Providence, RI, 02908, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Rhode Island Hospital and the Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University, 1 Hoppin St, Providence, RI, 02903, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Rhode Island Hospital and the Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University, 1 Hoppin St, Providence, RI, 02903, USA
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Vrancken ACT, Hannink G, Madej W, Verdonschot N, van Tienen TG, Buma P. In Vivo Performance of a Novel, Anatomically Shaped, Total Meniscal Prosthesis Made of Polycarbonate Urethane: A 12-Month Evaluation in Goats. Am J Sports Med 2017; 45:2824-2834. [PMID: 28719787 DOI: 10.1177/0363546517713687] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/31/2023]
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BACKGROUND Injury or loss of the meniscus generally leads to degenerative osteoarthritic changes in the knee joint. However, the treatment options for symptomatic patients with total meniscectomy are limited. Therefore, we developed a novel, anatomically shaped, total meniscal implant made of polycarbonate urethane. PURPOSE To evaluate the in vivo performance of this novel total meniscal implant. The assessment particularly focused on the implant's response to long-term physiological loading in a goat model and its chondroprotective capacity in comparison to clinically relevant controls. STUDY DESIGN Controlled laboratory study. METHODS Surgery was performed to the stifle joint of 26 female Saanen goats, subdivided into 4 groups: implant, allograft, total meniscectomy, and sham surgery. The sham group's contralateral joints served as nonoperated controls. After 12 months of follow-up, investigators evaluated implant wear, deformation, and the histopathological condition of the synovium and cartilage. RESULTS Wear of the implant's articulating surfaces was minimal, which was confirmed by the absence of wear particles in the synovial fluid. Implant deformation was limited. However, one implant failed by complete tearing of the posterior horn extension. No differences in cartilage histopathological condition were observed for the implant, allograft, and meniscectomy groups. However, locally, the cartilage scores for these groups were significantly worse than those of the nonoperated controls. CONCLUSION Whereas this study demonstrated that the novel implant is resistant to wear and that deformation after 12 months of physiological loading is acceptable, reinforcement of the implant horns is necessary to prevent horn failure. Although the implant could not protect the cartilage from developing degenerative changes, the progression of damage was similar in the allograft group. CLINICAL RELEVANCE This novel polycarbonate urethane implant may have the potential to become an alternative treatment for symptomatic patients with total meniscectomy.
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- Anne C T Vrancken
- Department of Orthopaedics, Radboud University Medical Center, Nijmegen, the Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Radboud University Medical Center, Nijmegen, the Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Radboud University Medical Center, Nijmegen, the Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Radboud University Medical Center, Nijmegen, the Netherlands.,Laboratory of Biomechanical Engineering, University of Twente, Enschede, the Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Radboud University Medical Center, Nijmegen, the Netherlands.,Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Kliniek ViaSana, Mill, the Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Radboud University Medical Center, Nijmegen, the Netherlands
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Brzezinski A, Ghodbane SA, Patel JM, Perry BA, Gatt CJ, Dunn MG. * The Ovine Model for Meniscus Tissue Engineering: Considerations of Anatomy, Function, Implantation, and Evaluation. Tissue Eng Part C Methods 2017; 23:829-841. [PMID: 28805136 DOI: 10.1089/ten.tec.2017.0192] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/12/2022] Open
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Meniscus injuries represent one of the most-common intra-articular knee injuries. The current treatment options include meniscectomy and allograft transplantation, both with poor long-term outcomes. Therefore, there is a need for regenerative techniques to restore meniscal function. To preclinically test scaffolds for meniscus replacement, large animal models need to be established and standardized. This review establishes the anatomical and compositional similarities between human and sheep menisci and provides guidance for implantation and evaluation of such devices. The ovine meniscus represents a scaled-down version of the human meniscus, with only slight structural differences that can be addressed during device fabrication. Implantation protocols in sheep remain a challenge, as the meniscus cannot be visualized with the arthroscopic-assisted procedures commonly performed in human patients. Thus, we recommend the appropriate implantation protocols for meniscus visualization, ligamentous restoration, and surgical fixation of both total and partial meniscus replacement devices. Last, due to the lack of standardization in evaluation techniques, we recommend a comprehensive battery of tests to evaluate the efficacy of meniscus replacement implants. We recommend other investigators utilize these surgical and testing techniques to establish the ovine model as the gold standard for preclinical evaluation of meniscus replacement devices.
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- Andrzej Brzezinski
- 1 Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School , New Brunswick, New Jersey
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- 1 Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School , New Brunswick, New Jersey.,2 Department of Biomedical Engineering, Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey , Piscataway, New Jersey
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- 1 Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School , New Brunswick, New Jersey.,2 Department of Biomedical Engineering, Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey , Piscataway, New Jersey
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- 1 Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School , New Brunswick, New Jersey
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- 1 Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School , New Brunswick, New Jersey.,2 Department of Biomedical Engineering, Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey , Piscataway, New Jersey
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- 1 Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School , New Brunswick, New Jersey.,2 Department of Biomedical Engineering, Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey , Piscataway, New Jersey
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Majd SE, Rizqy AI, Kaper HJ, Schmidt TA, Kuijer R, Sharma PK. An in vitro study of cartilage-meniscus tribology to understand the changes caused by a meniscus implant. Colloids Surf B Biointerfaces 2017; 155:294-303. [PMID: 28437755 DOI: 10.1016/j.colsurfb.2017.04.034] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/07/2016] [Revised: 04/12/2017] [Accepted: 04/13/2017] [Indexed: 10/19/2022]
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Active lifestyles increase the risk of meniscal injury. A permanent meniscus implant of polycarbonate urethane (PCU) is a promising treatment to postpone/prevent total knee arthroplasty. Study of the changes in articular cartilage tribology in the presence of PCU is essential in developing the optimum meniscus implant. Therefore, a cartilage-meniscus reciprocating, sliding model was developed in vitro, mimicking the stance and swing phases of the gait cycle. The meniscus was further replaced with PCU and surface-modified PCUs (with C18 chains, mono-functional polydimethylsiloxane groups and mono-functional polytetrafluoroethylene groups) to study the changes. The coefficient of friction (COF) was calculated, and cartilage wear was determined and quantified histologically. The cartilage-meniscus sliding resulted in low COF during both stance and swing (0.01< COF <0.12) and low wear of cartilage (scores <1). The cartilage-PCU sliding, during stance, revealed similar low COFs. But during swing, the COFs were high (average ∼1, maximum 1.6), indicating a breakdown in interstitial fluid pressurization lubrication and non-effective activation of the boundary lubrication. This may lead to wear of cartilage in long term. However, under the tested conditions the wear of cartilage against PCUs was not higher than its wear against meniscus, and the cartilage was occasionally damaged. The COF decreased with increasing the contact pressure (as-per a power equation) up to 1MPa. The changes in the surface modification of PCU did not affect PCU's tribological performance.
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- Sara Ehsani Majd
- University of Groningen, University Medical Centre Groningen, Department of Biomedical Engineering, Antonius Deusinglaan 1, 9713AV Groningen, The Netherlands
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- University of Groningen, University Medical Centre Groningen, Department of Biomedical Engineering, Antonius Deusinglaan 1, 9713AV Groningen, The Netherlands
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- University of Groningen, University Medical Centre Groningen, Department of Biomedical Engineering, Antonius Deusinglaan 1, 9713AV Groningen, The Netherlands
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- Faculty of Kinesiology, University of Calgary, Calgary, AB, Canada
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- University of Groningen, University Medical Centre Groningen, Department of Biomedical Engineering, Antonius Deusinglaan 1, 9713AV Groningen, The Netherlands
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- University of Groningen, University Medical Centre Groningen, Department of Biomedical Engineering, Antonius Deusinglaan 1, 9713AV Groningen, The Netherlands.
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Zheng J, Zhai W, Li Q, Jia Q, Lin D. A Special Tear Pattern of Anterior Horn of the Lateral Meniscus: Macerated Tear. PLoS One 2017; 12:e0170710. [PMID: 28125675 PMCID: PMC5268414 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0170710] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/24/2016] [Accepted: 01/09/2017] [Indexed: 12/29/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND We describe a special, interesting phenomenon found in the anterior horn of the lateral meniscus (AHLM): most tear patterns in the AHLM are distinctive, with loose fibers in injured region and circumferential fiber bundles were separated. We name it as macerated tear. The goal of this study was to bring forward a new type of meniscal tear in the AHLM and investigate its clinical value. MATERIALS AND METHODS AHLM tears underwent arthroscopic surgery from January 2012 to December 2014 were included. Data regarding the integrity of AHLM were prospectively recorded in a data registry. Tear morphology and treatment received were subsequently extracted by 2 independent reviewers from operative notes and arthroscopic surgical photos. RESULTS A total of 60 AHLM tears in 60 patients (mean age 27.1 years) were grouped into horizontal tears (n = 15, 25%), vertical tears (n = 14, 23%), complex tears (n = 6, 10%), and macerated tears (n = 25, 42%). There were 6 patients with AHLM cysts in macerated tear group and one patient in vertical tear group. 60 patients were performed arthroscopic meniscus repairs and were followed-up with averaged 18.7 months. Each group had significant postoperative improvement in Lysholm and IKDC scores (p < 0.05). However, the macerated tear group showed least functional recovery of Lysholm and IKDC scores compared to other groups (p < 0.05). In addition, there were no differences in postoperative range of motion, return to work, or return to sport/other baseline activities between the four groups (p > 0.05). CONCLUSIONS This study demonstrated that the macerated tear is common in the tear pattern of AHLM. However, feasibility of the treatment of this type of meniscal tear, especially the meniscus repairs still requires further study.
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- Jiapeng Zheng
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, the Affiliated Southeast Hospital of Xiamen University, Zhangzhou, China
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, the Affiliated Southeast Hospital of Xiamen University, Zhangzhou, China
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, the Affiliated Southeast Hospital of Xiamen University, Zhangzhou, China
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- Department of Radiology, the Affiliated Southeast Hospital of Xiamen University, Zhangzhou, China
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, the Affiliated Southeast Hospital of Xiamen University, Zhangzhou, China
- Experimental Surgery and Regenerative Medicine, Department of Surgery, Ludwig-Maximilians-University (LMU), Munich, Germany
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Correction: Short Term Evaluation of an Anatomically Shaped Polycarbonate Urethane Total Meniscus Replacement in a Goat Model. PLoS One 2015; 10:e0137936. [PMID: 26335583 PMCID: PMC4559480 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0137936] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/19/2022] Open
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