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Seigel GM, Takahashi M, Adamus G, McDaniel T. Intraocular Transplantation of E1A-Immortalized Retinal Precursor Cells. Cell Transplant 2017; 7:559-66. [PMID: 9853584 DOI: 10.1177/096368979800700606] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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The purpose of this study was to examine the effect of the ocular environment on the survival, tumorigenicity, and phenotypic marker expression of immortalized retinal precursor cells transplanted into immunocompetent adult and neonatal Sprague–Dawley rats. E1A-NR.3, a rat immortalized retinal precursor cell culture, was used as an inexhaustible source of experimental graft material. These cells were prelabeled with the fluorescent marker diI (1,1′-dioctadecyl-3,3,3′,3′-tetramethylindocarbocyanine perchlorate) and transplanted intravitreally (50,000 cells per μL) into 11 adult and 31 neonatal Sprague–Dawley rat eyes. At 1 mo posttransplant, animals were sacrificed and retinal tissue sections examined histologically for the presence of grafted cells, signs of tumor formation, and retinal phenotypic marker expression. No obvious signs of tumor formation or rejection were seen in a total of 42 eyes in the immunocompetent hosts. Our results indicate that E1A-NR.3 cells survive at least 1 month in vivo, and can migrate from the vitreous into neuroretinal cell layers. Subpopulations of surviving grafted cells were seen to express photoreceptor markers rhodopsin and recoverin comparably between in vitro and in vivo conditions. However, the number of cells immunoreactive for vimentin and E1A decreased significantly under in vivo conditions. This report represents the first experimental intravitreal transplantation of E1A-immortalized retinal precursor cells into adult and neonatal rats. The intraocular location and environment appears to affect phenotypic expression of surviving grafted cells, especially with respect to vimentin and E1A expression. The fact that E1A-NR.3 cells survived intraocularly at least 1 mo without tumor formation suggests that the cells may continue to be useful for further in vivo studies of experimental retinal transplantation, and effects of histological location on retinal cell phenotype and histogenesis in immunocompetent hosts. © 1998 Elsevier Science Inc.
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- G M Seigel
- Department of Neurobiology and Anatomy, University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry, NY 14642, USA
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Nadri S, Kazemi B, Eslaminejad MB, Eeslaminejad MB, Yazdani S, Soleimani M. High yield of cells committed to the photoreceptor-like cells from conjunctiva mesenchymal stem cells on nanofibrous scaffolds. Mol Biol Rep 2013; 40:3883-90. [PMID: 23588957 DOI: 10.1007/s11033-012-2360-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 31] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/01/2012] [Accepted: 12/09/2012] [Indexed: 12/18/2022]
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Transplantation of stem cells using biodegradable and biocompatible nanofibrous scaffolds is a promising therapeutic approach for treating inherited retinal degenerative diseases such as retinitis pigmentosa and age-related macular degeneration. In this study, conjunctiva mesenchymal stem cells (CJMSCs) were seeded onto poly-L-lactic acid (PLLA) nanofibrous scaffolds and were induced to differentiate toward photoreceptor cell lineages. Furthermore, the effects of orientation of scaffold on photoreceptor differentiation were examined. Scanning electron microscopy (SEM) imaging, quantitative real time RT-PCR (qPCR) and immunocytochemistry were used to analyze differentiated cells and their expression of photoreceptor-specific genes. Our observations demonstrated the differentiation of CJMSCs to photoreceptor cells on nanofibrous scaffolds and suggested their potential application in retinal regeneration. SEM imaging showed that CJMSCs were spindle shaped and well oriented on the aligned nanofiber scaffolds. The expression of rod photoreceptor-specific genes was significantly higher in CJMSCs differentiated on randomly-oriented nanofibers compared to those on aligned nanofibers. According to our results we may conclude that the nanofibrous PLLA scaffold reported herein could be used as a potential cell carrier for retinal tissue engineering and a combination of electrospun nanofiber scaffolds and MSC-derived conjunctiva stromal cells may have potential application in retinal regenerative therapy.
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- Samad Nadri
- Medical Physics and Biomedical Engineering Department, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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Nadri S, Yazdani S, Arefian E, Gohari Z, Eslaminejad MB, Kazemi B, Soleimani M. Mesenchymal stem cells from trabecular meshwork become photoreceptor-like cells on amniotic membrane. Neurosci Lett 2013; 541:43-8. [PMID: 23403103 DOI: 10.1016/j.neulet.2012.12.055] [Citation(s) in RCA: 46] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/08/2012] [Revised: 12/28/2012] [Accepted: 12/29/2012] [Indexed: 12/18/2022]
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Stem cell therapy is a promising approach for treatment of degenerative retinal disorders such as retinitis pigmentosa (RP) and age-related macular degeneration (AMD). In this study, human mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) were isolated from the trabecular meshwork (TM), the major functional tissue of the anterior chamber angle in the eye, were characterized and differentiated into photoreceptor cells on amniotic membrane (AM). After isolation of trabecular meshwork and culture of the stromal segment of this tissue, fibroblast-like cells (CD105(+), CD90(+), CD44(+), CD166(+) cells) capable of differentiation toward mesenchymal and photoreceptor lineages were obtained. The isolated cells were seeded on amniotic membrane and were treated with induction medium. Immunocytochemistry and quantitative real time RT-PCR (qPCR) were used to detect expression of photoreceptor genes such as rhodopsin, recoverin, CRX, and peripherin; and the bipolar cell marker protein kinase C alpha (PKC-alpha). As a result, immunocytochemistry revealed that the differentiated TMMSCs expressed rhodopsin, CRX and PKC proteins. qPCR showed the expression of rhodopsin (rod like photoreceptor-specific marker), and CRX genes were significantly higher in TMMSCs differentiated on AM than those differentiated on tissue culture polystyrene (TCPS). In conclusion, our findings suggested that a combination of TMMSCs (as a new source) and basement membrane support from AM might be a suitable source of cells for subretinal transplantation in regenerative therapy for retinal disorders such as AMD and RP.
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- Samad Nadri
- Medical Physics and Biomedical Engineering Department, Faculty of Medicine, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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Deeg CA, Eberhardt C, Hofmaier F, Amann B, Hauck SM. Osteopontin and fibronectin levels are decreased in vitreous of autoimmune uveitis and retinal expression of both proteins indicates ECM re-modeling. PLoS One 2011; 6:e27674. [PMID: 22194789 PMCID: PMC3237414 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0027674] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/29/2011] [Accepted: 10/21/2011] [Indexed: 12/19/2022] Open
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Autoimmune uveitis is an intraocular inflammation that arises through autoreactive T-cells attacking the inner eye, eventually leading to blindness. However, the contributing molecular pathomechanisms within the affected tissues remain as yet elusive. The extracellular matrix (ECM) is a highly dynamic structure that varies tremendously and influences the encompassing tissue. In order to assess ECM re-modeling in autoimmune uveitis, we investigated the expression of ECM molecules fibronectin and osteopontin in vitreous and retina samples. This was carried out in the only spontaneous animal model for human autoimmue uveitis, namely equine recurrent uveitis (ERU) that resembles the human disease in clinical as well as in immunopathological aspects. ERU is a naturally occurring autoimmune disease in horses that develops frequently and has already proved its value to study disease-related pathomechanisms. Western blot analysis of fibronectin and osteopontin in healthy and uveitic vitreous revealed significant reduction of both proteins in uveitis. Immunohistochemical expression of fibronectin in healthy retinas was restricted to the inner limiting membrane abutting vimentin positive Müller cell endfeet, while in uveitic sections, a disintegration of the ILM was observed changing the fibronectin expression to a dispersed pattern extending toward the vitreous. Retinal expression of osteopontin in control tissue was found in a characteristic Müller cell pattern illustrated by co-localization with vimentin. In uveitic retinas, the immunoreactivity of osteopontin in gliotic Müller cells was almost absent. The ability of Müller cells to express fibronectin and osteopontin was additionally shown by immunocytochemistry of primary cultured equine Müller cells and the equine Müller cell line eqMC-7. In conclusion, severe ECM re-modeling in autoimmune uveitis reported here, might affect the adhesive function of fibronectin and thus the anchoring of Müller cell endfeet to the ILM. Furthermore, the absence of osteopontin in gliotic Müller cells might represent reduced neuroprotection, an osteopontin attribute that is intensively discussed.
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- Cornelia A Deeg
- Institute of Animal Physiology, Department of Veterinary Sciences, Ludwig-Maximilians University, München, Germany.
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A tissue-engineered approach towards retinal repair: scaffolds for cell transplantation to the subretinal space. Graefes Arch Clin Exp Ophthalmol 2010; 248:763-78. [PMID: 20169358 DOI: 10.1007/s00417-009-1263-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 108] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/27/2009] [Revised: 11/16/2009] [Accepted: 11/26/2009] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Several mechanisms of retina degeneration result in the deterioration of the outer retina and can lead to blindness. Currently, with the exception of anti-angiogenic treatments for wet age-related macular degeneration, there are no treatments that can restore lost vision. There is evidence that photoreceptors and embryonic retinal tissue, transplanted to the subretinal space, can form new synapses with surviving host neurons. However, these transplants have yet to result in a clinical treatment for retinal degeneration. METHODS This article reviews the current literature on the transplantation of scaffolds with retinal and retinal pigmented epithelial (RPE) cells to the subretinal space. We discuss the types of cells and materials that have been investigated for transplantation to the subretinal space, summarize the current findings, and present opportunities for future research and the next generation of scaffolds for retinal repair. RESULTS Challenges to cell transplantation include limited survival upon implantation and the formation of abnormal cell architectures in vivo. Scaffolds have been shown to enhance cell survival and direct cell differentiation and organization in a number of models of retinal degeneration. CONCLUSIONS The transplantation of cells within a scaffold represents a possible treatment to repair retinal degeneration and restore vision in effected patients. Materials have been developed for the delivery of retinal and RPE cells separately however, the development of a combined tissue-engineered scaffold targeting both cell populations represents a promising direction for retinal repair.
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Huang JC, Ishida M, Hersh P, Sugino IK, Zarbin MA. Preparation and transplantation of photoreceptor sheets. Curr Eye Res 2009. [DOI: 10.1080/02713689808951230] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
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Aoki H, Hara A, Niwa M, Motohashi T, Suzuki T, Kunisada T. Transplantation of cells from eye-like structures differentiated from embryonic stem cells in vitro and in vivo regeneration of retinal ganglion-like cells. Graefes Arch Clin Exp Ophthalmol 2007; 246:255-65. [PMID: 18004585 DOI: 10.1007/s00417-007-0710-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 58] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/03/2007] [Revised: 09/13/2007] [Accepted: 10/04/2007] [Indexed: 12/01/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND An embryonic stem (ES) cell-derived eye-like structure, made up of neural retinal lineage cells, retinal pigment epithelial (RPE) cells, and lens cells was constructed in our laboratory. We have shown that cells from these eye-like structures can be integrated into the developing optic vesicle of chicks. The purpose of this study was to determine whether the cells from these eye-like structures can differentiate into retinal ganglion cells (RGCs) when transplanted into the vitreous of an injured adult mouse retina. METHODS ES cells were induced to differentiate into eye-like structures in vitro for 6 or 11 days. Recipient mouse eyes were injected with NMDA to injure the RGCs prior to the transplantation. Sham-treated eyes received the same amount of carrier vehicle. Cells were extracted from the eye-like structures and transplanted into the vitreous of damaged and control eyes. The host eyes were analyzed both qualitatively and quantitatively by immunohistochemistry 10 days or 8 weeks after transplantation. RESULTS Cells from the ES cell-derived eye-like structures were integrated into the RGC layer, and differentiated into neurons when transplanted into control (non-NMDA-treated) adult eyes. However, they rarely expressed RGC markers. When they were transplanted into NMDA-treated eyes, the cells spread on the surface of the retina and covered a relatively large area of the host RGC layer that had been injured by the NMDA. The cells from the ES cell-derived eye cells frequently differentiated into cells expressing RGC-specific markers, and formed a new RGC layer. In addition, a small number of these ES cell-derived cells were observed to extend axon-like processes toward the optic disc of the host. However, visually evoked responses could not be recorded from the visual cortex. DISCUSSION These findings suggest that ES cell-derived eye-like structures contain cells that can differentiate into RG-like cells and regenerate a new RGC layer. These cells also appeared to be integrated into the retina and extend axon-like processes toward the optic nerve head.
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- Hitomi Aoki
- Department of Tissue and Organ Development, Regeneration and Advanced Medical Science, Gifu University Graduate School of Medicine, Gifu, Japan
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Warfvinge K, Kiilgaard JF, Klassen H, Zamiri P, Scherfig E, Streilein W, Prause JU, Young MJ. Retinal progenitor cell xenografts to the pig retina: immunological reactions. Cell Transplant 2007; 15:603-12. [PMID: 17176612 DOI: 10.3727/000000006783981594] [Citation(s) in RCA: 30] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/24/2022] Open
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We evaluated the host response to murine retinal progenitor cells (RPCs) following transplantation to the subretinal space (SRS) of the pig. RPCs from GFP mice were transplanted subretinally in 18 nonimmunosuppressed normal or laser-treated pigs. Evaluation of the SRS was performed on hematoxylin-eosin (H&E)-stained sections. Serum samples were taken from naive and RPC-grafted pigs and mouse-reactive antibody responses were assessed. At 1 week, histology showed a few perivascular lymphocytes consistent with a mild retinal vasculitis, and depigmentation of the RPE with large numbers of mononuclear inflammatory cells in the choroid near the transplantation site. Large choroidal infiltrates were evident at 2-5 weeks. Serum from naive and RPC-xenografted pigs contained significant levels of preformed IgG and IgM antibodies against murine antigens. Xenogeneic RPCs transplanted to the porcine SRS induced mononuclear infiltration in the choroid with graft rejection occurring over 2-5 weeks. Serum analysis confirmed that mice and pigs are discordant species; however, a cell-mediated acute mechanism appears to be responsible, rather than an antibody-mediated rejection.
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- Karin Warfvinge
- Department of Ophthalmology, Lund University Hospital, Lund, Sweden
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Li M, Sakaguchi DS. Inhibition of integrin-mediated adhesion and signaling disrupts retinal development. Dev Biol 2004; 275:202-14. [PMID: 15464583 DOI: 10.1016/j.ydbio.2004.08.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/11/2004] [Revised: 07/30/2004] [Accepted: 08/05/2004] [Indexed: 10/26/2022]
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Integrins are the major family of cell adhesion receptors that mediate cell adhesion to the extracellular matrix (ECM). Integrin-mediated adhesion and signaling play essential roles in neural development. In this study, we have used echistatin, an RGD-containing short monomeric disintegrin, to investigate the role of integrin-mediated adhesion and signaling during retinal development in Xenopus. Application of echistatin to Xenopus retinal-derived XR1 glial cells inhibited the three stages of integrin-mediated adhesion: cell attachment, cell spreading, and formation of focal adhesions and stress fibers. XR1 cell attachment and spreading increased tyrosine phosphorylation of paxillin, a focal adhesion associated protein, while echistatin significantly decreased phosphorylation levels of paxillin. Application of echistatin or beta(1) integrin function blocking antibody to the embryonic Xenopus retina disrupted retinal lamination and produced rosette structures with ectopic photoreceptors in the outer retina. These results indicate that integrin-mediated cell-ECM interactions play a critical role in cell adhesion, migration, and morphogenesis during vertebrate retinal development.
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- Ming Li
- Department of Genetics, Development and Cell Biology, Iowa State University, Ames, IA 50011, USA
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Dutt K, Harris-Hooker S, Ellerson D, Layne D, Kumar R, Hunt R. Generation of 3D retina-like structures from a human retinal cell line in a NASA bioreactor. Cell Transplant 2004; 12:717-31. [PMID: 14653619 DOI: 10.3727/000000003108747334] [Citation(s) in RCA: 25] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/24/2022] Open
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Replacement of damaged cells is a promising approach for treatment of age-related macular degeneration (AMD) and retinitis pigmentosa (RP); however, availability of donor tissue for transplantation remains a major obstacle. Key factors for successful engineering of a tissue include the identification of a neural cell line that is: homogeneous but can be expanded to give rise to multiple cells types; is nontumorigenic, yet capable of secreting neurotrophic factors; and is able to form three-dimensional (3D), differentiated structures. The goal of this study was to test the feasibility of tissue engineering from a multipotential human retinal cell line using a NASA-developed bioreactor. A multipotential human retinal precursor cell line was used to generate 3D structures. In addition, retinal pigment epithelium (RPE) cells were cocultured with neural cells to determine if 3D retinal structures could be generated in the bioreactor with cells grown on laminin-coated cytodex 3 beads. Cell growth, morphology, and differentiation were monitored by light and scanning electron microscopy, Western blot analysis, and analysis of glucose use and lactate production. The neuronal retinal precursor cell line cultured in a bioreactor gave rise to most retinal cell types seen in monolayer culture. They formed composite structures with cell-covered beads associated with one another in a tissue-like array. The beginning of layering and/or separation of cell types was observed. The neuronal cell types previously seen in monolayer cultures were also seen in the bioreactor. Some of the retinal cells differentiate into photoreceptors in the bioreactor with well-developed outer segment-like structures, a process that is critical for retinal function. Moreover, the neuronal cells that were generated resembled their in vivo phenotype more closely than those grown under other conditions. Outer segments were almost never seen in the monolayer cultures, even in the presence of photoreceptor-inducing growth factors such as basic fibroblast growth factor (bFGF) and transforming growth factor (TGF-alpha). Muller cells were occasionally seen when retinal, RPE cells were cocultured with retinal cells in the bioreactor. These have never been seen in this retinal cell line before. Cells grown in the bioreactor expressed several proteins specific for the retinal cell types: opsin, protein kinase C-alpha, dopamine receptor D4, tyrosine hydroxylase, and calbindin.
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- Kamla Dutt
- Department of Pathology, Morehouse School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA 30310-1495, USA.
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Kwan AS, Wang S, Lund RD. Photoreceptor layer reconstruction in a rodent model of retinal degeneration. Exp Neurol 1999; 159:21-33. [PMID: 10486172 DOI: 10.1006/exnr.1999.7157] [Citation(s) in RCA: 95] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/12/2023]
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We have examined the potential of retinal cell transplantation to dystrophic retinal degeneration mice as a way of replacing photoreceptors lost because of an intrinsic genetic defect. Early postnatal retinae which had been gently dissociated survived for at least 6 weeks after transplantation to the subretinal space. Over a significant area of distribution, transplanted cells formed outer segments which lay in close apposition to the host retinal pigment epithelial cell layer. The grafts integrated with the remaining host retina, sufficient at least to mediate a simple light-dark preference. A new synaptic layer was seen at the graft-host interface, which contained substantial numbers of photoreceptor synapses. This and the fact that the behavior could be elicited at low luminance levels argue for functional circuit reconstruction between grafted cells and host retina.
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MESH Headings
- 3',5'-Cyclic-GMP Phosphodiesterases/genetics
- 3',5'-Cyclic-GMP Phosphodiesterases/metabolism
- Animals
- Behavior, Animal
- Cyclic Nucleotide Phosphodiesterases, Type 6
- Darkness
- Disease Models, Animal
- Genes, Recessive
- Graft Survival
- Lighting
- Mice
- Mice, Congenic
- Mice, Inbred C57BL
- Mice, Mutant Strains
- Microscopy, Electron
- Mutation
- Phosphoric Diester Hydrolases
- Retina/surgery
- Retinal Rod Photoreceptor Cells/enzymology
- Retinal Rod Photoreceptor Cells/transplantation
- Retinal Rod Photoreceptor Cells/ultrastructure
- Retinitis Pigmentosa/genetics
- Retinitis Pigmentosa/therapy
- Vision, Ocular
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- A S Kwan
- Neural Transplant Program Department of Pathology, Institute of Ophthalmology, University College London, Bath Street, London, EC1V 9EL, United Kingdom
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Sheedlo HJ, Nelson TH, Lin N, Rogers TA, Roque RS, Turner JE. RPE secreted proteins and antibody influence photoreceptor cell survival and maturation. BRAIN RESEARCH. DEVELOPMENTAL BRAIN RESEARCH 1998; 107:57-69. [PMID: 9602059 DOI: 10.1016/s0165-3806(97)00219-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 29] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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Proteins in media conditioned by retinal pigment epithelial cells (RPE-CM) and an antibody against these proteins (RPE-SP) were tested for their respective effects on rat retinal development in vitro and in vivo. Proteins of RPE-CM were separated in denaturing gels and evaluated by Western blot analysis. Retinal explants from postnatal day 2 (P2) rats were cultured in RPE-CM only or CM diluted with the RPE-SP antibody and, after 7 days, the explants were dissociated into single cells that were immunostained for opsin. RPE-CM or antibody was also injected into the vitreous of postnatal day 7 (P7) Long-Evans rats and analyzed 7 and 21 days later. Electrophoretic analysis of RPE-CM predominantly showed 60-70 kDa proteins; when these proteins were probed with RPE-SP antibody by Western blot, immunoreactive proteins were restricted to this narrow molecular weight range. In P2 retinal explant cultures supplemented with RPE-CM, long ganglion cell-like neurites were detected in 3 days. This activity was nullified in explant cultures grown in RPE-CM titrated with antibody, and these explants appeared to degenerate within 5 days. Over 80% of dissociated retinal cells from explants 7 days after treatment with RPE-CM expressed opsin, compared to only 20% of cells from explants grown in defined medium or serum. Retinas of P14 rats injected intravitreally with RPE-CM at P7 had increased numbers of ectopic photoreceptor cells within the inner nuclear layer when compared to retinas of sham-injected eyes. In contrast, retinas of eyes injected intravitreally with RPE-SP antibody exhibited shorter outer (OS) and inner (IS) segments and thinner outer nuclear (ONL) and outer plexiform (OPL) layers than retinas of sham-injected eyes. In conclusion, proteins in RPE-CM appeared to accelerate and maximize the development of rat photoreceptor cells in vitro, while intravitreal injections of its antibody caused an apparent retardation of outer segment maturation. These results suggest that a protein(s) secreted by RPE plays a key role in normal retinal development, particularly in photoreceptor cell survival and outer segment maturation.
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- H J Sheedlo
- Department of Anatomy and Cell Biology, University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth 76107, USA.
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Hatchell DL, Embabi SN, Maeno T, Saloupis P, Olson G, Braun RD, Toth CA. Transplantation of feline islets of Langerhans in the subretinal space of cat eyes. Transplant Proc 1998; 30:593-5. [PMID: 9532192 DOI: 10.1016/s0041-1345(97)01421-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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- D L Hatchell
- Department of Ophthalmology, Duke University, Durham, North Carolina
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Sharma RK, Bergström A, Ehinger B. Influence of technique and transplantation site on rosette formation in rabbit retinal transplants. ACTA OPHTHALMOLOGICA SCANDINAVICA 1997; 75:3-10. [PMID: 9088392 DOI: 10.1111/j.1600-0420.1997.tb00240.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
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In order to determine mechanical and host-graft related interactions in the histogenesis of retinal transplants, a new technique for transplanting flat and comparatively large pieces of embryonic rabbit retina into adult rabbit eyes was elaborated. With the procedure, free-floating grafts in the epiretinal space survive, develop and differentiate largely without rosette formation, suggesting that the dissection and transplantation procedure is adequate for obtaining a normal development. On the other hand, subretinal transplants mature at an apparently faster pace than epiretinal transplants, but do not become regularly laminated. Outer segments do not develop well in the epiretinal transplants, whereas they do so in the subretinal ones, suggesting host-graft interactions by means of yet unknown diffusible factors.
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- R K Sharma
- Department of Ophthalmology, University Hospital of Lund, Sweden
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