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Dos Santos Jorge Sousa K, de Souza A, de Almeida Cruz M, de Lima LE, do Espirito Santo G, Amaral GO, Granito RN, Renno AC. 3D printed scaffolds of biosilica and spongin from marine sponges: analysis of genotoxicity and cytotoxicity for bone tissue repair. Bioprocess Biosyst Eng 2024; 47:1483-1498. [PMID: 38869621 DOI: 10.1007/s00449-024-03042-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/08/2024] [Accepted: 06/06/2024] [Indexed: 06/14/2024]
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Biosilica (BS) and spongin (SPG) from marine sponges are highlighted for their potential to promote bone regeneration. Moreover, 3D printing is introduced as a technology for producing bone grafts with optimized porous structures, allowing for better cell attachment, proliferation, and differentiation. Thus, this study aimed to characterize the BS and BS/SPG 3D printed scaffolds and to evaluate the biological effects in vitro. The scaffolds were printed using an ink containing 4 wt.% of sodium alginate. The physicochemical characteristics of BS and BS/SPG 3D printed scaffolds were analyzed by SEM, EDS, FTIR, porosity, evaluation of mass loss, and pH measurement. For in vitro analysis, the cellular viability of the MC3T3-E1 cell lineage was assessed using the AlamarBlue® assay and confocal microscopy, while genotoxicity and mineralization potential were evaluated through the micronucleus assay and Alizarin Red S, respectively. SEM analysis revealed spicules in BS, the fibrillar structure of SPG, and material degradation over the immersion period. FTIR indicated peaks corresponding to silicon oxide in BS samples and carbon oxide and amine in SPG samples. BS-SPG scaffolds exhibited higher porosity, while BS scaffolds displayed greater mass loss. pH measurements indicated a significant decrease induced by BS, which was mitigated by SPG over the experimental periods. In vitro studies demonstrated the biocompatibility and non-cytotoxicity of scaffold extracts. .Also, the scaffolds promoted cellular differentiation. The micronucleus test further confirmed the absence of genotoxicity. These findings suggest that 3D printed BS and BS/SPG scaffolds may possess desirable morphological and physicochemical properties, indicating in vitro biocompatibility.
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- Karolyne Dos Santos Jorge Sousa
- Department of Biosciences, Federal University of São Paulo (UNIFESP), Lab 342, 136 Silva Jardim Street, Santos, SP, 11015020, Brazil.
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- Department of Biosciences, Federal University of São Paulo (UNIFESP), Lab 342, 136 Silva Jardim Street, Santos, SP, 11015020, Brazil
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- Department of Biosciences, Federal University of São Paulo (UNIFESP), Lab 342, 136 Silva Jardim Street, Santos, SP, 11015020, Brazil
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- Department of Biosciences, Federal University of São Paulo (UNIFESP), Lab 342, 136 Silva Jardim Street, Santos, SP, 11015020, Brazil
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- Department of Biosciences, Federal University of São Paulo (UNIFESP), Lab 342, 136 Silva Jardim Street, Santos, SP, 11015020, Brazil
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- Department of Biosciences, Federal University of São Paulo (UNIFESP), Lab 342, 136 Silva Jardim Street, Santos, SP, 11015020, Brazil
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- Department of Biosciences, Federal University of São Paulo (UNIFESP), Lab 342, 136 Silva Jardim Street, Santos, SP, 11015020, Brazil
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- Department of Biosciences, Federal University of São Paulo (UNIFESP), Lab 342, 136 Silva Jardim Street, Santos, SP, 11015020, Brazil
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Segi N, Nakashima H, Shinjo R, Kagami Y, Machino M, Ito S, Ouchida J, Morishita K, Oishi R, Yamauchi I, Imagama S. Trabecular Bone Remodeling After Posterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion: Comparison of Three-Dimensional Porous Tantalum and Titanium-Coated Polyetheretherketone Interbody Cages. Global Spine J 2024; 14:2106-2115. [PMID: 37060284 PMCID: PMC11418715 DOI: 10.1177/21925682231170613] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 04/16/2023] Open
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STUDY DESIGN Retrospective cohort study. OBJECTIVES The criteria for determining completion of intervertebral stability after posterior lumbar interbody fusion (PLIF) remain controversial. Several new radiological indicators of bone growth and osteointegration have been established. We compared computed tomography (CT) findings related to osteointegration after PLIF with interbody cages of two different materials and designs. METHODS We retrospectively analyzed data from 103 patients who underwent PLIF with three-dimensional porous tantalum (Tn) cages or titanium-coated polyetheretherketone (TiP) cages. CT images obtained 3 months and 1 year after surgery were examined for trabecular bone remodeling (TBR), cancellous condensation (CC), and vertebral endplate cyst (VEC) formation. The incidences of each finding were compared by cage type, and rates of instrument failure and pseudarthrosis were determined. RESULTS Three months postoperatively, 87% of the levels with Tn cages exhibited TBR, whereas 96% of those with TiP cages did not (P < .001). Most levels with Tn cages levels exhibited TBR and no CC 3 months (81%) and 1 year (94%) after surgery. Although 78% of levels with TiP cages exhibited CC and no TBR 3 months after surgery, 59% exhibited both CC and TBR 1 year after surgery. Significantly fewer VECs formed around the Tn cages than around the TiP cages both 3 months (P = .002) and 1 year (P < .001) after surgery. Implant-related problems occurred at levels that exhibited neither TBR nor CC. CONCLUSIONS The porous tantalum cage may enable intervertebral stability that is comparable to bony fusion soon after surgery.
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- Naoki Segi
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Nagoya University Graduate School of Medicine, Nagoya, Japan
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Anjo Kosei Hospital, Aichi, Japan
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Nagoya University Graduate School of Medicine, Nagoya, Japan
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Anjo Kosei Hospital, Aichi, Japan
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Anjo Kosei Hospital, Aichi, Japan
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Nagoya University Graduate School of Medicine, Nagoya, Japan
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Nagoya University Graduate School of Medicine, Nagoya, Japan
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Nagoya University Graduate School of Medicine, Nagoya, Japan
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Nagoya University Graduate School of Medicine, Nagoya, Japan
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Nagoya University Graduate School of Medicine, Nagoya, Japan
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Nagoya University Graduate School of Medicine, Nagoya, Japan
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Nagoya University Graduate School of Medicine, Nagoya, Japan
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Mughal A, Gillani SMH, Ahmed S, Fatima D, Hussain R, Manzur J, Nawaz MH, Minhas B, Shoaib Butt M, Bodaghi M, Ur Rehman MA. 3D-printed polyether-ether ketone/carboxymethyl cellulose scaffolds coated with Zn-Mn doped mesoporous bioactive glass nanoparticles. J Mech Behav Biomed Mater 2024; 156:106581. [PMID: 38776740 DOI: 10.1016/j.jmbbm.2024.106581] [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: 03/20/2024] [Revised: 05/07/2024] [Accepted: 05/10/2024] [Indexed: 05/25/2024]
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Patient-specific fabrication of scaffold/implant requires an engineering approach to manufacture the ideal scaffold. Herein, we design and 3D print scaffolds comprised of polyether-ether-ketone (PEEK) and sodium-carboxymethyl cellulose (Na-CMC). The fabricated scaffold was dip coated with Zn and Mn doped bioactive glass nanoparticles (Zn-Mn MBGNs). The synthesized ink exhibit suitable shear-thinning behavior for direct ink write (DIW) 3D printing. The scaffolds were crafted with precision, featuring 85% porosity, 0.3 mm layer height, and 1.5 mm/s printing speed at room temperature. Scanning electron microscopy images reveal a well-defined scaffold with an average pore size of 600 ± 30 μm. The energy dispersive X-ray spectroscopy analysis confirmed a well dispersed/uniform coating of Zn-Mn MBGNs on the PEEK/Na-CMC scaffold. Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy approved the presence of PEEK, CMC, and Zn-Mn MBGNs. The tensile test revealed a Young's modulus of 2.05 GPa. Antibacterial assays demonstrate inhibition zone against Staphylococcus aureus and Escherichia Coli strains. Chick Chorioallantoic Membrane assays also present significant angiogenesis potential, owing to the antigenic nature of Zn-Mn MBGNs. WST-8 cell viability assays depicted cell proliferation, with a 103% viability after 7 days of culture. This study suggests that the PEEK/Na-CMC scaffolds coated with Zn-Mn MBGNs are an excellent candidate for osteoporotic fracture treatment. Thus, the fabricated scaffold can offer multifaceted properties for enhanced patient outcomes in the bone tissue regeneration.
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- Awab Mughal
- Centre of Excellence in Biomaterials and Tissue Engineering, Materials Science Engineering Department, Government College University, 54000, Lahore, Pakistan; Department of Materials Science & Engineering, Institute of Space Technology, 44000, Islamabad, Pakistan
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- Centre of Excellence in Biomaterials and Tissue Engineering, Materials Science Engineering Department, Government College University, 54000, Lahore, Pakistan; Department of Materials Science & Engineering, Institute of Space Technology, 44000, Islamabad, Pakistan
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- Department of Materials Science & Engineering, Institute of Space Technology, 44000, Islamabad, Pakistan
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- Department of Materials Science & Engineering, Institute of Space Technology, 44000, Islamabad, Pakistan; School of Chemical and Material Engineering (SCME), National University of Sciences and Technology (NUST), H-12, Islamabad, 44000, Pakistan
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- Centre of Excellence in Biomaterials and Tissue Engineering, Materials Science Engineering Department, Government College University, 54000, Lahore, Pakistan
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- Centre of Excellence in Biomaterials and Tissue Engineering, Materials Science Engineering Department, Government College University, 54000, Lahore, Pakistan
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- Department of Materials Science & Engineering, Institute of Space Technology, 44000, Islamabad, Pakistan
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- Centre of Excellence in Biomaterials and Tissue Engineering, Materials Science Engineering Department, Government College University, 54000, Lahore, Pakistan
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- School of Chemical and Material Engineering (SCME), National University of Sciences and Technology (NUST), H-12, Islamabad, 44000, Pakistan
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- Department of Engineering, School of Science and Technology, Nottingham Trent University, Nottingham, NG11 8NS, UK.
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- Centre of Excellence in Biomaterials and Tissue Engineering, Materials Science Engineering Department, Government College University, 54000, Lahore, Pakistan; Department of Materials Science & Engineering, Institute of Space Technology, 44000, Islamabad, Pakistan.
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Li Z, Luo Y, Lu M, Wang Y, Gong T, He X, Hu X, Long J, Zhou Y, Min L, Tu C. Biomimetic design and clinical application of Ti-6Al-4V lattice hemipelvis prosthesis for pelvic reconstruction. J Orthop Surg Res 2024; 19:210. [PMID: 38561755 PMCID: PMC10983619 DOI: 10.1186/s13018-024-04672-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/04/2024] [Accepted: 03/13/2024] [Indexed: 04/04/2024] Open
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OBJECTIVE This study aims to biomimetic design a new 3D-printed lattice hemipelvis prosthesis and evaluate its clinical efficiency for pelvic reconstruction following tumor resection, focusing on feasibility, osseointegration, and patient outcomes. METHODS From May 2020 to October 2021, twelve patients with pelvic tumors underwent tumor resection and subsequently received 3D-printed lattice hemipelvis prostheses for pelvic reconstruction. The prosthesis was strategically incorporated with lattice structures and solid to optimize mechanical performance and osseointegration. The pore size and porosity were analyzed. Patient outcomes were assessed through a combination of clinical and radiological evaluations. RESULTS Multiple pore sizes were observed in irregular porous structures, with a wide distribution range (approximately 300-900 μm). The average follow-up of 34.7 months, ranging 26 from to 43 months. One patient with Ewing sarcoma died of pulmonary metastasis 33 months after surgery while others were alive at the last follow-up. Postoperative radiographs showed that the prosthesis's position was consistent with the preoperative planning. T-SMART images showed that the host bone was in close and tight contact with the prosthesis with no gaps at the interface. The average MSTS score was 21 at the last follow-up, ranging from 18 to 24. There was no complication requiring revision surgery or removal of the 3D-printed hemipelvis prosthesis, such as infection, screw breakage, and prosthesis loosening. CONCLUSION The newly designed 3D-printed lattice hemipelvis prosthesis created multiple pore sizes with a wide distribution range and resulted in good osteointegration and favorable limb function.
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- Zhuangzhuang Li
- Department of Orthopedics and Orthopaedic Research Institute, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan, 610041, People's Republic of China
- Model Worker and Craftsman Talent Innovation Workshop of Sichuan Province, No. 37 Guoxue Road, Chengdu, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Orthopedics and Orthopaedic Research Institute, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan, 610041, People's Republic of China
- Model Worker and Craftsman Talent Innovation Workshop of Sichuan Province, No. 37 Guoxue Road, Chengdu, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Orthopedics and Orthopaedic Research Institute, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan, 610041, People's Republic of China
- Model Worker and Craftsman Talent Innovation Workshop of Sichuan Province, No. 37 Guoxue Road, Chengdu, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Orthopedics and Orthopaedic Research Institute, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan, 610041, People's Republic of China
- Model Worker and Craftsman Talent Innovation Workshop of Sichuan Province, No. 37 Guoxue Road, Chengdu, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Orthopedics and Orthopaedic Research Institute, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan, 610041, People's Republic of China
- Model Worker and Craftsman Talent Innovation Workshop of Sichuan Province, No. 37 Guoxue Road, Chengdu, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Orthopedics and Orthopaedic Research Institute, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan, 610041, People's Republic of China
- Model Worker and Craftsman Talent Innovation Workshop of Sichuan Province, No. 37 Guoxue Road, Chengdu, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Orthopedics and Orthopaedic Research Institute, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan, 610041, People's Republic of China
- Model Worker and Craftsman Talent Innovation Workshop of Sichuan Province, No. 37 Guoxue Road, Chengdu, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Orthopedics and Orthopaedic Research Institute, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan, 610041, People's Republic of China
- Model Worker and Craftsman Talent Innovation Workshop of Sichuan Province, No. 37 Guoxue Road, Chengdu, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Orthopedics and Orthopaedic Research Institute, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan, 610041, People's Republic of China
- Model Worker and Craftsman Talent Innovation Workshop of Sichuan Province, No. 37 Guoxue Road, Chengdu, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Orthopedics and Orthopaedic Research Institute, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan, 610041, People's Republic of China.
- Model Worker and Craftsman Talent Innovation Workshop of Sichuan Province, No. 37 Guoxue Road, Chengdu, People's Republic of China.
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- Department of Orthopedics and Orthopaedic Research Institute, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan, 610041, People's Republic of China.
- Model Worker and Craftsman Talent Innovation Workshop of Sichuan Province, No. 37 Guoxue Road, Chengdu, People's Republic of China.
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Li Z, Lu M, Zhang Y, Wang J, Wang Y, Gong T, He X, Luo Y, Zhou Y, Min L, Tu C. 3D-Printed Personalized Lattice Implant as an Innovative Strategy to Reconstruct Geographic Defects in Load-Bearing Bones. Orthop Surg 2024; 16:821-829. [PMID: 38296795 PMCID: PMC10984818 DOI: 10.1111/os.14003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/05/2023] [Revised: 12/22/2023] [Accepted: 01/04/2024] [Indexed: 02/02/2024] Open
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OBJECTIVE Geographic defect reconstruction in load-bearing bones presents formidable challenges for orthopaedic surgeon. The use of 3D-printed personalized implants presents a compelling opportunity to address this issue. This study aims to design, manufacture, and evaluate 3D-printed personalized implants with irregular lattice porous structures for geographic defect reconstruction in load-bearing bones, focusing on feasibility, osseointegration, and patient outcomes. METHODS This retrospective study involved seven patients who received 3D-printed personalized lattice implants for the reconstruction of geographic defects in load-bearing bones. Personalized implants were customized for each patient. Randomized dodecahedron unit cells were incorporated within the implants to create the porous structure. The pore size and porosity were analyzed. Patient outcomes were assessed through a combination of clinical and radiological evaluations. Tomosynthesis-Shimadzu metal artifact reduction technology (T-SMART) was utilized to evaluate osseointegration. Functional outcomes were assessed according to the Musculoskeletal Tumor Society (MSTS) 93 score. RESULTS Multiple pore sizes were observed in porous structures of the implant, with a wide distribution range (approximately 300-900 um). The porosity analysis results showed that the average porosity of irregular porous structures was around 75.03%. The average follow-up time was 38.4 months, ranging from 25 to 50 months. Postoperative X-rays showed that the implants matched the geographic bone defect well. Osseointegration assessments according to T-SMART images indicated a high degree of bone-to-implant contact, along with favorable bone density around the implants. Patient outcomes assessments revealed significant improvements in functional outcomes, with the average MSTS score of 27.3 (range, 26-29). There was no implant-related complication, such as aseptic loosening or structure failure. CONCLUSION 3D-printed personalized lattice implants offer an innovative and promising strategy for geographic defect reconstruction in load-bearing bones. This approach has the potential to match the unique contours and geometry of the geographic bone defect and facilitate osteointegration.
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- Zhuangzhuang Li
- Department of OrthopedicsOrthopedic Research Institute, West China Hospital, Sichuan UniversityChengduChina
- Model Worker and Craftsman Talent Innovation Workshop of Sichuan ProvinceChengduChina
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- Department of OrthopedicsOrthopedic Research Institute, West China Hospital, Sichuan UniversityChengduChina
- Model Worker and Craftsman Talent Innovation Workshop of Sichuan ProvinceChengduChina
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- Department of OrthopedicsOrthopedic Research Institute, West China Hospital, Sichuan UniversityChengduChina
- Model Worker and Craftsman Talent Innovation Workshop of Sichuan ProvinceChengduChina
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- Department of OrthopedicsOrthopedic Research Institute, West China Hospital, Sichuan UniversityChengduChina
- Model Worker and Craftsman Talent Innovation Workshop of Sichuan ProvinceChengduChina
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- Department of OrthopedicsOrthopedic Research Institute, West China Hospital, Sichuan UniversityChengduChina
- Model Worker and Craftsman Talent Innovation Workshop of Sichuan ProvinceChengduChina
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- Department of OrthopedicsOrthopedic Research Institute, West China Hospital, Sichuan UniversityChengduChina
- Model Worker and Craftsman Talent Innovation Workshop of Sichuan ProvinceChengduChina
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- Department of OrthopedicsOrthopedic Research Institute, West China Hospital, Sichuan UniversityChengduChina
- Model Worker and Craftsman Talent Innovation Workshop of Sichuan ProvinceChengduChina
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- Department of OrthopedicsOrthopedic Research Institute, West China Hospital, Sichuan UniversityChengduChina
- Model Worker and Craftsman Talent Innovation Workshop of Sichuan ProvinceChengduChina
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- Department of OrthopedicsOrthopedic Research Institute, West China Hospital, Sichuan UniversityChengduChina
- Model Worker and Craftsman Talent Innovation Workshop of Sichuan ProvinceChengduChina
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- Department of OrthopedicsOrthopedic Research Institute, West China Hospital, Sichuan UniversityChengduChina
- Model Worker and Craftsman Talent Innovation Workshop of Sichuan ProvinceChengduChina
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- Department of OrthopedicsOrthopedic Research Institute, West China Hospital, Sichuan UniversityChengduChina
- Model Worker and Craftsman Talent Innovation Workshop of Sichuan ProvinceChengduChina
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Li J, Yang Y, Sun Z, Peng K, Liu K, Xu P, Li J, Wei X, He X. Integrated evaluation of biomechanical and biological properties of the biomimetic structural bone scaffold: Biomechanics, simulation analysis, and osteogenesis. Mater Today Bio 2024; 24:100934. [PMID: 38234458 PMCID: PMC10792490 DOI: 10.1016/j.mtbio.2023.100934] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/13/2023] [Revised: 12/22/2023] [Accepted: 12/27/2023] [Indexed: 01/19/2024] Open
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A porous structure is essential for bone implants because it increases the bone ingrowth space and improves mechanical and biological properties. The biomimetically designed porous Voronoi scaffold can reconstruct the structure and function of cancellous bone; however, its comprehensive properties need to be investigated further. In this study, algorithms based on scaling factors were used to design the Voronoi scaffolds. Classic approaches, such as computer-aided design and the implicit surface method, have been used to design Diamond, Gyroid, and I-WP scaffolds as controls. All scaffolds were prepared by selective laser melting of titanium alloys and three-dimensional printing. Mechanical tests, finite element analysis, and in vitro and in vivo experiments were performed to investigate the biomechanical, cytologic, and osteogenic performance of the scaffolds, while computational fluid dynamics simulations were used to explore the underlying mechanisms. Diamond scaffolds have a better loading capacity, and the mechanical behaviors and fluid flow of Voronoi scaffolds are similar to those of the human trabecular bone. Cells showed more proliferation and distribution on the Diamond and Voronoi scaffolds and exhibited evident differentiation on Gyroid and Voronoi scaffolds. Bone formation was apparent on the inner part of the Gyroid, the outer part of the I-WP, and the entire Diamond and Voronoi scaffolds. The hydrodynamic properties and stimulus response of cells influenced by the porous structure account for the varied biological performance of the scaffolds. The Voronoi scaffolds with bionic mechanical behavior and an appropriate hydrodynamic response exhibit evident cell growth and osteogenesis, making them preferable for porous structural bone implants.
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- Jialiang Li
- Honghui Hospital, Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, 710014, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, 710000, China
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- Jiangsu Key Laboratory of Engineering Mechanics, School of Civil Engineering, Southeast University, Nanjing, 210096, China
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- Honghui Hospital, Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, 710014, China
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- Honghui Hospital, Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, 710014, China
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- Honghui Hospital, Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, 710014, China
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- Honghui Hospital, Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, 710014, China
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- Department of Health Management, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, 710000, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, 710000, China
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Kallivokas SV, Kontaxis LC, Psarras S, Roumpi M, Ntousi O, Kakkos I, Deligianni D, Matsopoulos GK, Fotiadis DI, Kostopoulos V. A Combined Computational and Experimental Analysis of PLA and PCL Hybrid Nanocomposites 3D Printed Scaffolds for Bone Regeneration. Biomedicines 2024; 12:261. [PMID: 38397863 PMCID: PMC10886521 DOI: 10.3390/biomedicines12020261] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/15/2023] [Revised: 01/12/2024] [Accepted: 01/16/2024] [Indexed: 02/25/2024] Open
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A combined computational and experimental study of 3D-printed scaffolds made from hybrid nanocomposite materials for potential applications in bone tissue engineering is presented. Polycaprolactone (PCL) and polylactic acid (PLA), enhanced with chitosan (CS) and multiwalled carbon nanotubes (MWCNTs), were investigated in respect of their mechanical characteristics and responses in fluidic environments. A novel scaffold geometry was designed, considering the requirements of cellular proliferation and mechanical properties. Specimens with the same dimensions and porosity of 45% were studied to fully describe and understand the yielding behavior. Mechanical testing indicated higher apparent moduli in the PLA-based scaffolds, while compressive strength decreased with CS/MWCNTs reinforcement due to nanoscale challenges in 3D printing. Mechanical modeling revealed lower stresses in the PLA scaffolds, attributed to the molecular mass of the filler. Despite modeling challenges, adjustments improved simulation accuracy, aligning well with experimental values. Material and reinforcement choices significantly influenced responses to mechanical loads, emphasizing optimal structural robustness. Computational fluid dynamics emphasized the significance of scaffold permeability and wall shear stress in influencing bone tissue growth. For an inlet velocity of 0.1 mm/s, the permeability value was estimated at 4.41 × 10-9 m2, which is in the acceptable range close to human natural bone permeability. The average wall shear stress (WSS) value that indicates the mechanical stimuli produced by cells was calculated to be 2.48 mPa, which is within the range of the reported literature values for promoting a higher proliferation rate and improving osteogenic differentiation. Overall, a holistic approach was utilized to achieve a delicate balance between structural robustness and optimal fluidic conditions, in order to enhance the overall performance of scaffolds in tissue engineering applications.
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- Spyros V. Kallivokas
- Biomedical Engineering Laboratory, School of Electrical and Computer Engineering, National Technical University of Athens, 15773 Athens, Greece
- Computation-Based Science and Technology Research Center, The Cyprus Institute, 2121 Nicosia, Cyprus
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering and Aeronautics, University of Patras, 26504 Patras, Greece
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering and Aeronautics, University of Patras, 26504 Patras, Greece
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- Unit of Medical Technology and Intelligent Information Systems, Department of Materials Science and Engineering, University of Ioannina, 45110 Ioannina, Greece
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- Unit of Medical Technology and Intelligent Information Systems, Department of Materials Science and Engineering, University of Ioannina, 45110 Ioannina, Greece
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- Biomedical Engineering Laboratory, School of Electrical and Computer Engineering, National Technical University of Athens, 15773 Athens, Greece
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering and Aeronautics, University of Patras, 26504 Patras, Greece
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- Biomedical Engineering Laboratory, School of Electrical and Computer Engineering, National Technical University of Athens, 15773 Athens, Greece
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- Unit of Medical Technology and Intelligent Information Systems, Department of Materials Science and Engineering, University of Ioannina, 45110 Ioannina, Greece
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering and Aeronautics, University of Patras, 26504 Patras, Greece
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Wang Y, Qin X, Lv N, Gao L, Sun C, Tong Z, Li D. Microstructure Optimization for Design of Porous Tantalum Scaffolds Based on Mechanical Properties and Permeability. MATERIALS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2023; 16:7568. [PMID: 38138710 PMCID: PMC10744872 DOI: 10.3390/ma16247568] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/14/2023] [Revised: 12/02/2023] [Accepted: 12/04/2023] [Indexed: 12/24/2023]
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Porous tantalum (Ta) implants have important clinical application prospects due to their appropriate elastic modulus, and their excellent bone growth and bone conduction ability. However, porous Ta microstructure designs generally mimic titanium (Ti) implants commonly used in the clinic, and there is a lack of research on the influence of the microstructure on the mechanical properties and penetration characteristics, which will greatly affect bone integration performance. This study explored the effects of different microstructure parameters, including the fillet radius of the middle plane and top planes, on the mechanics and permeability properties of porous Ta diamond cells through simulation, and put forward an optimization design with a 0.5 mm midplane fillet radius and 0.3 mm top-plane fillet radius in order to significantly decrease the stress concentration effect and improve permeability. On this basis, the porous Ta structures were prepared by Laser Powder Bed Fusion (LPBF) technology and evaluated before and after microstructural optimization. The elastic modulus and the yield strength were increased by 2.31% and 10.39%, respectively. At the same time, the permeability of the optimized structure was also increased by 8.25%. The optimized microstructure design of porous Ta has important medical application value.
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- Yikai Wang
- State Key Laboratory for Manufacturing System Engineering, School of Mechanical Engineering, Xi’an Jiaotong University, Xi’an 710054, China; (Y.W.); (X.Q.); (N.L.); (Z.T.); (D.L.)
- National Medical Products Administration (NMPA), Key Laboratory for Research and Evaluation of Additive Manufacturing Medical Devices, Xi’an Jiaotong University, Xi’an 710054, China
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- State Key Laboratory for Manufacturing System Engineering, School of Mechanical Engineering, Xi’an Jiaotong University, Xi’an 710054, China; (Y.W.); (X.Q.); (N.L.); (Z.T.); (D.L.)
- National Medical Products Administration (NMPA), Key Laboratory for Research and Evaluation of Additive Manufacturing Medical Devices, Xi’an Jiaotong University, Xi’an 710054, China
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- State Key Laboratory for Manufacturing System Engineering, School of Mechanical Engineering, Xi’an Jiaotong University, Xi’an 710054, China; (Y.W.); (X.Q.); (N.L.); (Z.T.); (D.L.)
- National Medical Products Administration (NMPA), Key Laboratory for Research and Evaluation of Additive Manufacturing Medical Devices, Xi’an Jiaotong University, Xi’an 710054, China
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- State Key Laboratory for Manufacturing System Engineering, School of Mechanical Engineering, Xi’an Jiaotong University, Xi’an 710054, China; (Y.W.); (X.Q.); (N.L.); (Z.T.); (D.L.)
- National Medical Products Administration (NMPA), Key Laboratory for Research and Evaluation of Additive Manufacturing Medical Devices, Xi’an Jiaotong University, Xi’an 710054, China
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- State Key Laboratory for Manufacturing System Engineering, School of Mechanical Engineering, Xi’an Jiaotong University, Xi’an 710054, China; (Y.W.); (X.Q.); (N.L.); (Z.T.); (D.L.)
- National Medical Products Administration (NMPA), Key Laboratory for Research and Evaluation of Additive Manufacturing Medical Devices, Xi’an Jiaotong University, Xi’an 710054, China
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- State Key Laboratory for Manufacturing System Engineering, School of Mechanical Engineering, Xi’an Jiaotong University, Xi’an 710054, China; (Y.W.); (X.Q.); (N.L.); (Z.T.); (D.L.)
- National Medical Products Administration (NMPA), Key Laboratory for Research and Evaluation of Additive Manufacturing Medical Devices, Xi’an Jiaotong University, Xi’an 710054, China
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- State Key Laboratory for Manufacturing System Engineering, School of Mechanical Engineering, Xi’an Jiaotong University, Xi’an 710054, China; (Y.W.); (X.Q.); (N.L.); (Z.T.); (D.L.)
- National Medical Products Administration (NMPA), Key Laboratory for Research and Evaluation of Additive Manufacturing Medical Devices, Xi’an Jiaotong University, Xi’an 710054, China
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Yang Y, Qiu B, Zhou Z, Hu C, Li J, Zhou C. Three-Dimensional Printing of Polycaprolactone/Nano-Hydroxyapatite Composite Scaffolds with a Pore Size of 300/500 µm is Histocompatible and Promotes Osteogenesis Using Rabbit Cortical Bone Marrow Stem Cells. Ann Transplant 2023; 28:e940365. [PMID: 37904328 PMCID: PMC10625337 DOI: 10.12659/aot.940365] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/15/2023] [Accepted: 07/12/2023] [Indexed: 11/01/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Many patients have bone defects that exceed the healing size. This study aimed to construct polycaprolactone/nano-hydroxyapatite (PCL/nHA) composite scaffolds with different pore sizes and investigate the osteogenesis and histocompatibility of cortical bone mesenchymal stem cells (BMSCs-C) seeded on it after inoculation. MATERIAL AND METHODS After mixing PCL and nHA proportionally, three-dimensional (3D) printing was used to print scaffolds. Porosity, compressive strength, and elastic modulus of PCL/nHA scaffolds were tested. The proliferation of BMSCs-C cells was examined and osteogenesis, chondrogenesis, and adipogenesis were evaluated. BMSCs-C cells were inoculated into 3D printing scaffolds, and histocompatibility between BMSCs-C cells and scaffolds was observed by the cell count kit (CCK-8) assay and LIVE/DEAD staining. After inoculating BMSCs-C cells into scaffolds, alkaline phosphatase (ALP) activity and calcium content were measured. RESULTS There was no obvious difference in characteristics between the 3 PCL/nHA composite scaffolds. The porosity, compressive strength, and elastic modulus of the 300/500-μm scaffold were between those of the 300-μm and 500-μm scaffolds. With increasing pore size, the mechanical properties of the scaffold decrease. BMSCs-C cells demonstrated faster growth and better osteogenic, adipogenic, and chondrogenic differentiation; therefore, BMSCs-C cells were selected as seed cells. PCL/nHA composite scaffolds with different pore sizes had no obvious toxicity and demonstrated good biocompatibility. All scaffolds showed higher ALP activity and calcium content. CONCLUSIONS The 300/500 μm mixed pore size scaffold took into account the mechanical properties of the 300 μm scaffold and the cell culture area of the 500 μm scaffold, therefore, 300/500 μm scaffold is a better model for the construction of tissue engineering scaffolds.
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Wan T, Wang YL, Zhang FS, Zhang XM, Zhang YC, Jiang HR, Zhang M, Zhang PX. The Porous Structure of Peripheral Nerve Guidance Conduits: Features, Fabrication, and Implications for Peripheral Nerve Regeneration. Int J Mol Sci 2023; 24:14132. [PMID: 37762437 PMCID: PMC10531895 DOI: 10.3390/ijms241814132] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/08/2023] [Revised: 09/11/2023] [Accepted: 09/12/2023] [Indexed: 09/29/2023] Open
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Porous structure is an important three-dimensional morphological feature of the peripheral nerve guidance conduit (NGC), which permits the infiltration of cells, nutrients, and molecular signals and the discharge of metabolic waste. Porous structures with precisely customized pore sizes, porosities, and connectivities are being used to construct fully permeable, semi-permeable, and asymmetric peripheral NGCs for the replacement of traditional nerve autografts in the treatment of long-segment peripheral nerve injury. In this review, the features of porous structures and the classification of NGCs based on these characteristics are discussed. Common methods for constructing 3D porous NGCs in current research are described, as well as the pore characteristics and the parameters used to tune the pores. The effects of the porous structure on the physical properties of NGCs, including biodegradation, mechanical performance, and permeability, were analyzed. Pore structure affects the biological behavior of Schwann cells, macrophages, fibroblasts, and vascular endothelial cells during peripheral nerve regeneration. The construction of ideal porous structures is a significant advancement in the regeneration of peripheral nerve tissue engineering materials. The purpose of this review is to generalize, summarize, and analyze methods for the preparation of porous NGCs and their biological functions in promoting peripheral nerve regeneration to guide the development of medical nerve repair materials.
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- Teng Wan
- Department of OrthopedSics and Trauma, Peking University People’s Hospital, Beijing 100044, China; (T.W.)
- Key Laboratory of Trauma and Neural Regeneration, Peking University, Beijing 100044, China
- National Centre for Trauma Medicine, Beijing 100044, China
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- Department of OrthopedSics and Trauma, Peking University People’s Hospital, Beijing 100044, China; (T.W.)
- Key Laboratory of Trauma and Neural Regeneration, Peking University, Beijing 100044, China
- National Centre for Trauma Medicine, Beijing 100044, China
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- Department of OrthopedSics and Trauma, Peking University People’s Hospital, Beijing 100044, China; (T.W.)
- Key Laboratory of Trauma and Neural Regeneration, Peking University, Beijing 100044, China
- National Centre for Trauma Medicine, Beijing 100044, China
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- Department of OrthopedSics and Trauma, Peking University People’s Hospital, Beijing 100044, China; (T.W.)
- Key Laboratory of Trauma and Neural Regeneration, Peking University, Beijing 100044, China
- National Centre for Trauma Medicine, Beijing 100044, China
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- Department of OrthopedSics and Trauma, Peking University People’s Hospital, Beijing 100044, China; (T.W.)
- Key Laboratory of Trauma and Neural Regeneration, Peking University, Beijing 100044, China
- National Centre for Trauma Medicine, Beijing 100044, China
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- Department of OrthopedSics and Trauma, Peking University People’s Hospital, Beijing 100044, China; (T.W.)
- Key Laboratory of Trauma and Neural Regeneration, Peking University, Beijing 100044, China
- National Centre for Trauma Medicine, Beijing 100044, China
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- Department of OrthopedSics and Trauma, Peking University People’s Hospital, Beijing 100044, China; (T.W.)
- Key Laboratory of Trauma and Neural Regeneration, Peking University, Beijing 100044, China
- National Centre for Trauma Medicine, Beijing 100044, China
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- Department of OrthopedSics and Trauma, Peking University People’s Hospital, Beijing 100044, China; (T.W.)
- Key Laboratory of Trauma and Neural Regeneration, Peking University, Beijing 100044, China
- National Centre for Trauma Medicine, Beijing 100044, China
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Alvarado-Hernández F, Mihalcea E, Jimenez O, Macías R, Olmos L, López-Baltazar EA, Guevara-Martinez S, Lemus-Ruiz J. Design of Ti64/Ta Hybrid Materials by Powder Metallurgy Mimicking Bone Structure. MATERIALS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2023; 16:4372. [PMID: 37374557 DOI: 10.3390/ma16124372] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/29/2023] [Revised: 05/31/2023] [Accepted: 06/02/2023] [Indexed: 06/29/2023]
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This work reports on the fabrication of a novel two-layer material composed of a porous tantalum core and a dense Ti6Al4V (Ti64) shell by powder metallurgy. The porous core was obtained by mixing Ta particles and salt space-holders to create large pores, the green compact was obtained by pressing. The sintering behavior of the two-layer sample was studied by dilatometry. The interface bonding between the Ti64 and Ta layers was analyzed by SEM, and the pore characteristics were analyzed by computed microtomography. Images showed that two distinct layers were obtained with a bonding achieved by the solid-state diffusion of Ta particles into Ti64 during sintering. The formation of β-Ti and α' martensitic phases confirmed the diffusion of Ta. The pore size distribution was in the size range of 80 to 500 µm, and a permeability value of 6 × 10-10 m2 was close to the trabecular bones one. The mechanical properties of the component were dominated mainly by the porous layer, and Young's modulus of 16 GPa was in the range of bones. Additionally, the density of this material (6 g/cm3) was much lower than the one of pure Ta, which helps to reduce the weight for the desired applications. These results indicate that structurally hybridized materials, also known as composites, with specific property profiles can improve the response to osseointegration for bone implant applications.
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- Unidad Académica de Ingeniería I, Universidad Autónoma de Zacatecas, Zacatecas 98000, Mexico
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- CUCEI, Universidad de Guadalajara, Zapopan 45100, Mexico
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- Tecnológico Nacional de México (IT Morelia), DEPI, Morelia 58120, Mexico
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- INICIT, Universidad Michoacana de San Nicolás de Hidalgo, Morelia 58060, Mexico
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- IIMM, Universidad Michoacana de San Nicolás de Hidalgo, Morelia 58060, Mexico
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Gupta A, Kumar Mehta S, Qayoom I, Gupta S, Singh S, Kumar A. Biofunctionalization with Cissus quadrangularis Phytobioactives Accentuates Nano-Hydroxyapatite Based Ceramic Nano-Cement for Neo-Bone Formation in Critical Sized Bone Defect. Int J Pharm 2023:123110. [PMID: 37302672 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijpharm.2023.123110] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/12/2023] [Revised: 06/02/2023] [Accepted: 06/05/2023] [Indexed: 06/13/2023]
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Developing biofunctionalized ceramic bone substitutes with phytobioactives for their sustained delivery is highly desired to enhance the osteo-active potential of ceramic bone substitutes, reduce the systemic toxicity of synthetic drugs, and increase the bioavailability of phytobioactives. The present work highlights the local delivery of phytobioactives of Cissus quadrangularis (CQ) through nano-hydroxyapatite (nHAP) based ceramic nano-cement. The phytoconstituent profiling represented the optimized CQ fraction to be rich in osteogenic polyphenols and flavonoids like quercetin, resveratrol, and their glucosides. Further, CQ phytobioactives-based formulation was biocompatible, increased bone formation, calcium deposition, proliferation, and migration of cells with simultaneous alleviation of cellular oxidative stress. In the in vivo critical-sized bone defect model, enhanced formation of highly mineralized tissue (BV mm3) in CQ phytobioactives functionalized nano-cement (10.5 ± 2 mm3) were observed compared to the control group (6.5 ± 1.2 mm3). Moreover, the addition of CQ phytobioactives to the bone nano-cement increased the fractional bone volume (BV/TV%) to 21 ± 4.2% compared to 13.1 ± 2.5% in non-functionalized nano-cement. The results demonstrated nHAP-based nano-cement as a carrier for phytobioactives which could be a promising approach for neo-bone formation in different bone defect conditions.
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- Archita Gupta
- Department of Bioengineering and Biotechnology, Birla Institute of Technology, Mesra, Ranchi-835215, Jharkhand, India
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- Department of Bioengineering and Biotechnology, Birla Institute of Technology, Mesra, Ranchi-835215, Jharkhand, India
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- Department of Biological Sciences and Bioengineering, Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur, Kanpur- 208016, Uttar Pradesh, India
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- Department of Biological Sciences and Bioengineering, Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur, Kanpur- 208016, Uttar Pradesh, India
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- Department of Bioengineering and Biotechnology, Birla Institute of Technology, Mesra, Ranchi-835215, Jharkhand, India.
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- Department of Biological Sciences and Bioengineering, Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur, Kanpur- 208016, Uttar Pradesh, India; Centre for Environmental Science and Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur, Kanpur- 208016, Uttar Pradesh, India; The Mehta Family Centre for Engineering in Medicine, Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur, Kanpur- 208016, Uttar Pradesh, India; Centre for Nanosciences, Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur, Kanpur- 208016, Uttar Pradesh, India.
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Kowalczyk P, Kopeć K, Wojasiński M, Jaroszewicz J, Ciach T. Composite microgranular scaffolds with surface modifications for improved initial osteoblastic cell proliferation. BIOMATERIALS ADVANCES 2023; 151:213489. [PMID: 37267750 DOI: 10.1016/j.bioadv.2023.213489] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/13/2023] [Revised: 05/22/2023] [Accepted: 05/28/2023] [Indexed: 06/04/2023]
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Polyester-based granular scaffolds are a potent material for tissue engineering due to their porosity, controllable pore size, and potential to be molded into various shapes. Additionally, they can be produced as composite materials, e.g., mixed with osteoconductive β-tricalcium phosphate or hydroxyapatite. Such polymer-based composite materials often happen to be hydrophobic, which disrupts cell attachment and decreases cell growth on the scaffold, undermining its primary function. In this work, we propose the experimental comparison of three modification techniques for granular scaffolds to increase their hydrophilicity and cell attachment. Those techniques include atmospheric plasma treatment, polydopamine coating, and polynorepinephrine coating. Composite polymer/β-tricalcium phosphate granules have been produced in a solution-induced phase separation (SIPS) process using commercially available biomedical polymers: poly(lactic acid), poly(lactic-co-glycolic acid), and polycaprolactone. We used thermal assembly to prepare cylindrical scaffolds from composite microgranules. Atmospheric plasma treatment, polydopamine coating, and polynorepinephrine coating showed similar effects on polymer composites' hydrophilic and bioactive properties. All modifications significantly increased human osteosarcoma MG-63 cell adhesion and proliferation in vitro compared to cells cultured on unmodified materials. In the case of polycaprolactone/β-tricalcium phosphate scaffolds, modifications were the most necessary, as unmodified polycaprolactone-based material disrupted the cell attachment. Modified polylactide/β-tricalcium phosphate scaffold supported excellent cell growth and showed ultimate compressive strength exceeding this of human trabecular bone. This suggests that all investigated modification techniques can be used interchangeably for increasing wettability and cell attachment properties of various scaffolds for medical applications, especially those with high surface and volumetric porosity, like granular scaffolds.
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- Piotr Kowalczyk
- Warsaw University of Technology, Faculty of Chemical and Process Engineering, Department of Biotechnology and Bioprocess Engineering, Ludwika Waryńskiego 1, 00-645 Warsaw, Poland; Centre for Advanced Materials and Technology CEZAMAT, Poleczki 19, 02-822 Warsaw, Poland.
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- Warsaw University of Technology, Faculty of Chemical and Process Engineering, Department of Biotechnology and Bioprocess Engineering, Ludwika Waryńskiego 1, 00-645 Warsaw, Poland
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- Warsaw University of Technology, Faculty of Chemical and Process Engineering, Department of Biotechnology and Bioprocess Engineering, Ludwika Waryńskiego 1, 00-645 Warsaw, Poland
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- Warsaw University of Technology, Faculty of Material Science and Engineering, Wołoska 141, 02-507 Warsaw, Poland
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- Warsaw University of Technology, Faculty of Chemical and Process Engineering, Department of Biotechnology and Bioprocess Engineering, Ludwika Waryńskiego 1, 00-645 Warsaw, Poland; Centre for Advanced Materials and Technology CEZAMAT, Poleczki 19, 02-822 Warsaw, Poland
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Mohammadalipour M, Asadolahi M, Mohammadalipour Z, Behzad T, Karbasi S. Plasma surface modification of electrospun polyhydroxybutyrate (PHB) nanofibers to investigate their performance in bone tissue engineering. Int J Biol Macromol 2023; 230:123167. [PMID: 36621738 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2023.123167] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 13.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/25/2022] [Revised: 12/18/2022] [Accepted: 01/03/2023] [Indexed: 01/07/2023]
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Polyhydroxybutyrate (PHB) is a natural-source biopolymer of the polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA) family. Nanofibrous scaffolds prepared from this biological macromolecule have piqued the interest of researchers in recent years due to their unique properties. Nonetheless, these nanofibers continue to have problems such as low surface roughness and high hydrophobicity. In this research, PHB nanofibers were produced by the electrospinning method. Following that, the surface of nanofibers was modified by atmospheric plasma. Scanning electron microscopy (SEM), water contact angle (WCA), atomic force microscopy (AFM), tensile test, and cell behavior analyses were performed on mats to investigate the performance of treated and untreated samples. The achieved results showed a lower water contact angle (from ≃120° to 43°), appropriate degradation rate (up to ≃20 % weight loss in four months), and outstanding biomineralization (Ca/P ratio of ≃1.86) for the modified sample compared to the neat PHB. Finally, not only the MTT test show better viability of MG63 osteoblast cells, but also Alizarin staining, ALP, and SEM results likewise showed better cell proliferation in the presence of modified mats. These findings back up the claim that plasma surface modification is a quick, environmentally friendly, and low-cost way to improve the performance of nanofibers in bone tissue engineering.
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- Department of Textile Engineering, Isfahan University of Technology, Isfahan 84156-83111, Iran
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- Department of Molecular Medicine, National Institute of Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, Isfahan University of Technology, Isfahan 84156-83111, Iran.
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- Biosensor Research Center, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran; Department of Biomaterials and Tissue Engineering, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran.
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Segi N, Nakashima H, Shinjo R, Kagami Y, Machino M, Ito S, Ouchida J, Morishita K, Oishi R, Yamauchi I, Imagama S. Vertebral Endplate Concavity in Lateral Lumbar Interbody Fusion: Tapered 3D-Printed Porous Titanium Cage versus Squared PEEK Cage. MEDICINA (KAUNAS, LITHUANIA) 2023; 59:medicina59020372. [PMID: 36837573 PMCID: PMC9967078 DOI: 10.3390/medicina59020372] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/12/2022] [Revised: 02/10/2023] [Accepted: 02/13/2023] [Indexed: 02/17/2023]
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Background and Objectives: To prevent postoperative problems in extreme lateral interbody fusion (XLIF), it is critical that the vertebral endplate not be injured. Unintentional endplate injuries may depend on the cage. A novel porous titanium cage for XLIF has improved geometry with a tapered tip and smooth surface. We hypothesized that this new cage should lead to fewer endplate injuries. Materials and Methods: This retrospective study included 32 patients (mean 74.1 ± 6.7 years, 22 females) who underwent anterior and posterior combined surgery with XLIF for lumbar degenerative disease or adult spinal deformity from January 2018 to June 2022. A tapered 3D porous titanium cage (3DTi; 11 patients) and a squared PEEK cage (sPEEK; 21 patients) were used. Spinal alignment values were measured on X-ray images. Vertebral endplate concavity (VEC) was defined as concavity ≥ 1 mm of the endplate on computed tomography (CT) images, which were evaluated preoperatively and at 1 week and 3 months postoperatively. Results: There were no significant differences in the patient demographic data and preoperative and 3-month postoperative spinal alignments between the groups. A 3DTi was used for 25 levels and an sPEEK was used for 38 levels. Preoperative local lordotic angles were 4.3° for 3DTi vs. 4.7° for sPEEK (p = 0.90), which were corrected to 12.3° and 9.1° (p = 0.029), respectively. At 3 months postoperatively, the angles were 11.6° for 3DTi and 8.2° for sPEEK (p = 0.013). VEC was present in 2 levels (8.0%) for 3DTi vs. 17 levels (45%) for sPEEK (p = 0.002). After 3 months postoperatively, none of the 3DTi had VEC progression; however, eight (21%) levels in sPEEK showed VEC progression (p = 0.019). Conclusions: The novel 3DTi cage reduced endplate injuries by reducing the endplate load during cage insertion.
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- Naoki Segi
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Graduate School of Medicine, Nagoya University, 65 Tsurumai, Showa-ku, Nagoya 466-8560, Japan
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Anjo Kosei Hospital, 28 Higashihirokute, Anjo 446-8602, Japan
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Graduate School of Medicine, Nagoya University, 65 Tsurumai, Showa-ku, Nagoya 466-8560, Japan
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +81-52-741-2111
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Anjo Kosei Hospital, 28 Higashihirokute, Anjo 446-8602, Japan
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Anjo Kosei Hospital, 28 Higashihirokute, Anjo 446-8602, Japan
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Graduate School of Medicine, Nagoya University, 65 Tsurumai, Showa-ku, Nagoya 466-8560, Japan
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Graduate School of Medicine, Nagoya University, 65 Tsurumai, Showa-ku, Nagoya 466-8560, Japan
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Graduate School of Medicine, Nagoya University, 65 Tsurumai, Showa-ku, Nagoya 466-8560, Japan
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Graduate School of Medicine, Nagoya University, 65 Tsurumai, Showa-ku, Nagoya 466-8560, Japan
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Graduate School of Medicine, Nagoya University, 65 Tsurumai, Showa-ku, Nagoya 466-8560, Japan
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Graduate School of Medicine, Nagoya University, 65 Tsurumai, Showa-ku, Nagoya 466-8560, Japan
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Graduate School of Medicine, Nagoya University, 65 Tsurumai, Showa-ku, Nagoya 466-8560, Japan
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Mohammadalipour M, Behzad T, Karbasi S, Mohammadalipour Z. Theoretical and experimental investigation of solubility and Young's modulus models for polyhydroxybutyrate‐based electrospun scaffolds. J Appl Polym Sci 2023. [DOI: 10.1002/app.53666] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/05/2023]
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- Department of Chemical Engineering Isfahan University of Technology Isfahan Iran
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- Department of Biomaterials and Tissue Engineering Isfahan University of Medical Sciences Isfahan Iran
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- Department of Molecular Medicine National Institute of Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology Tehran Iran
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Vafaeefar M, Moerman KM, Kavousi M, Vaughan TJ. A morphological, topological and mechanical investigation of gyroid, spinodoid and dual-lattice algorithms as structural models of trabecular bone. J Mech Behav Biomed Mater 2023; 138:105584. [PMID: 36436405 DOI: 10.1016/j.jmbbm.2022.105584] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/13/2022] [Accepted: 11/17/2022] [Indexed: 11/19/2022]
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In this study, we evaluate the performance of three algorithms as computational models of trabecular bone architecture, through systematic evaluation of morphometric, topological, and mechanical properties. Here, we consider the widely-used gyroid lattice structure, the recently-developed spinodoid structure and a structure similar to Voronoi lattices introduced here as the dual-lattice. While all computational models were calibrated to recreate the trabecular tissue volume (e.g. BV/TV), it was found that both the gyroid- and spinodoid-based structures showed substantial differences in many other morphometric and topological parameters and, in turn, showed lower effective mechanical properties compared to trabecular bone. The newly-developed dual-lattice structures better captured both morphometric parameters and mechanical properties, despite certain differences being evident their topological configuration compared to trabecular bone. Still, these computational algorithms provide useful platforms to investigate trabecular bone mechanics and for designing biomimetic structures, which could be produced through additive manufacturing for applications that include bone substitutes, scaffolds and porous implants. Furthermore, the software for the creation of the structures has been added to the open source toolbox GIBBON and is therefore freely available to the community.
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- Mahtab Vafaeefar
- Biomechanics Research Centre (BioMEC) and Biomedical Engineering, School of Engineering, College of Science and Engineering, University of Galway, Galway, Ireland
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- Mechanical Engineering, School of Engineering, College of Science and Engineering, University of Galway, Galway, Ireland
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- Mechanical Engineering, School of Engineering, College of Science and Engineering, University of Galway, Galway, Ireland
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- Biomechanics Research Centre (BioMEC) and Biomedical Engineering, School of Engineering, College of Science and Engineering, University of Galway, Galway, Ireland.
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Effects of Calcium Carbonate Microcapsules and Nanohydroxyapatite on Properties of Thermosensitive Chitosan/Collagen Hydrogels. Polymers (Basel) 2023; 15:polym15020416. [PMID: 36679297 PMCID: PMC9861171 DOI: 10.3390/polym15020416] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/22/2022] [Revised: 01/05/2023] [Accepted: 01/09/2023] [Indexed: 01/14/2023] Open
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Thermosensitive chitosan/collagen hydrogels are osteoconductive and injectable materials. In this study, we aimed to improve these properties by adjusting the ratio of nanohydroxyapatite particles to calcium carbonate microcapsules in a β-glycerophosphate-crosslinked chitosan/collagen hydrogel. Two hydrogel systems with 2% and 5% nanohydroxyapatite particles were studied, each of which had varying microcapsule content (i.e., 0%, 1%, 2%, and 5%). Quercetin-incorporated calcium carbonate microcapsules were prepared. Calcium carbonate microcapsules and nanohydroxyapatite particles were then added to the hydrogel according to the composition of the studied system. The properties of the hydrogels, including cytotoxicity and biocompatibility, were investigated in mice. The calcium carbonate microcapsules were 2-6 µm in size, spherical, with rough and nanoporous surfaces, and thus exhibited a burst release of impregnated quercetin. The 5% nanohydroxyapatite system is a solid particulate gel that supports homogeneous distribution of microcapsules in the three-dimensional matrix of the hydrogels. Calcium carbonate microcapsules increased the mechanical and physical strength, viscoelasticity, and physical stability of the nanohydroxyapatite hydrogels while decreasing their porosity, swelling, and degradation rates. The calcium carbonate microcapsules-nanohydroxyapatite hydrogels were noncytotoxic and biocompatible. The properties of the hydrogel can be tailored by adjusting the ratio of calcium carbonate microcapsules to the nanohydroxyapatite particles. The 1% calcium carbonate microcapsules containing 5% nanohydroxyapatite particle-chitosan/collagen hydrogel exhibited mechanical and physical strength, permeability, and prolonged release profiles of quercetin, which were superior to those of the other studied systems and were optimal for promoting bone regeneration and delivering natural flavonoids.
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Peng W, Liu Y, Wang C. Definition, measurement, and function of pore structure dimensions of bioengineered porous bone tissue materials based on additive manufacturing: A review. Front Bioeng Biotechnol 2023; 10:1081548. [PMID: 36686223 PMCID: PMC9845791 DOI: 10.3389/fbioe.2022.1081548] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/27/2022] [Accepted: 12/16/2022] [Indexed: 01/05/2023] Open
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Bioengineered porous bone tissue materials based on additive manufacturing technology have gradually become a research hotspot in bone tissue-related bioengineering. Research on structural design, preparation and processing processes, and performance optimization has been carried out for this material, and further industrial translation and clinical applications have been implemented. However, based on previous studies, there is controversy in the academic community about characterizing the pore structure dimensions of porous materials, with problems in the definition logic and measurement method for specific parameters. In addition, there are significant differences in the specific morphological and functional concepts for the pore structure due to differences in defining the dimensional characterization parameters of the pore structure, leading to some conflicts in perceptions and discussions among researchers. To further clarify the definitions, measurements, and dimensional parameters of porous structures in bioengineered bone materials, this literature review analyzes different dimensional characterization parameters of pore structures of porous materials to provide a theoretical basis for unified definitions and the standardized use of parameters.
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- Wen Peng
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital, Hengyang Medical School, University of South China, Hengyang, China,Foshan Orthopedic Implant (Stable) Engineering Technology Research Center, Foshan, China
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital, Hengyang Medical School, University of South China, Hengyang, China,Foshan Orthopedic Implant (Stable) Engineering Technology Research Center, Foshan, China
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital, Hengyang Medical School, University of South China, Hengyang, China,*Correspondence: Cheng Wang,
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Alknery Z, Sktani ZDI, Arab A. Effect of Cell Geometry on the Mechanical Properties of 3D Voronoi Tessellation. J Funct Biomater 2022; 13:jfb13040302. [PMID: 36547562 PMCID: PMC9781672 DOI: 10.3390/jfb13040302] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/06/2022] [Revised: 12/05/2022] [Accepted: 12/14/2022] [Indexed: 12/23/2022] Open
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Irregular 3D biological scaffolds have been widely observed in nature. Therefore, in the current work, new designs are proposed for lightweight 3D scaffolds based on Voronoi tessellation with high porosity. The proposed designs are inspired by nature, which has undoubtedly proven to be the best designer. Thus, the Rhinoceros 7/Grasshopper software was used to design three geometric models for both normal and elongated Voronoi structures: homogeneous, gradient I, and gradient II. Then, stereolithography (SLA) additive manufacturing was utilized to fabricate biopolymeric materials. Finally, a compression test was carried out to study and compare the mechanical properties of the designed samples. The gradient I cylinder show the highest Young's modulus. For the Homogeneous and gradient II cylinders, elongated Voronoi structures show superior mechanical properties and energy absorption compared to normal Voronoi designs. Hence, these designs are promising topologies for future applications.
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- Zainab Alknery
- Department of Technical Mechanical and Energy Engineering, Erbil Technical Engineering College, Erbil Polytechnic University, Erbil 44001, Iraq
- Directorate of Engineering and Projects, Presidency of Salahaddin University-Erbil, Erbil 44001, Iraq
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- Department of Technical Mechanical and Energy Engineering, Erbil Technical Engineering College, Erbil Polytechnic University, Erbil 44001, Iraq
- Correspondence: or (Z.D.I.S.); or (A.A.)
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- Advanced Technology Research Institute, Beijing Institute of Technology, Jinan 250300, China
- Correspondence: or (Z.D.I.S.); or (A.A.)
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Petropoulou K, Platania V, Chatzinikolaidou M, Mitraki A. A Doubly Fmoc-Protected Aspartic Acid Self-Assembles into Hydrogels Suitable for Bone Tissue Engineering. MATERIALS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2022; 15:8928. [PMID: 36556733 PMCID: PMC9784766 DOI: 10.3390/ma15248928] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/06/2022] [Revised: 12/08/2022] [Accepted: 12/10/2022] [Indexed: 06/17/2023]
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Hydrogels have been used as scaffolds for biomineralization in tissue engineering and regenerative medicine for the repair and treatment of many tissue types. In the present work, we studied an amino acid-based material that is attached to protecting groups and self-assembles into biocompatible and stable nanostructures that are suitable for tissue engineering applications. Specifically, the doubly protected aspartic residue (Asp) with fluorenyl methoxycarbonyl (Fmoc) protecting groups have been shown to lead to the formation of well-ordered fibrous structures. Many amino acids and small peptides which are modified with protecting groups display relatively fast self-assembly and exhibit remarkable physicochemical properties leading to three-dimensional (3D) networks, the trapping of solvent molecules, and forming hydrogels. In this study, the self-assembling fibrous structures are targeted toward calcium binding and act as nucleation points for the binding of the available phosphate groups. The cell viability, proliferation, and osteogenic differentiation of pre-osteoblastic cells cultured on the formed hydrogel under various conditions demonstrate that hydrogel formation in CaCl2 and CaCl2-Na2HPO4 solutions lead to calcium ion binding onto the hydrogels and enrichment with phosphate groups, respectively, rendering these mechanically stable hydrogels osteoinductive scaffolds for bone tissue engineering.
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- Department of Materials Science and Technology, University of Crete, 70013 Heraklion, Greece
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- Department of Materials Science and Technology, University of Crete, 70013 Heraklion, Greece
- Institute of Electronic Structure and Laser (IESL), Foundation for Research and Technology Hellas (FO.R.T.H), 70013 Heraklion, Greece
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- Department of Materials Science and Technology, University of Crete, 70013 Heraklion, Greece
- Institute of Electronic Structure and Laser (IESL), Foundation for Research and Technology Hellas (FO.R.T.H), 70013 Heraklion, Greece
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Yan L, Entezari A, Zhang Z, Zhong J, Liang J, Li Q, Qi J. An experimental and numerical study of the microstructural and biomechanical properties of human peripheral nerve endoneurium for the design of tissue scaffolds. Front Bioeng Biotechnol 2022; 10:1029416. [PMID: 36545684 PMCID: PMC9762494 DOI: 10.3389/fbioe.2022.1029416] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/07/2022] [Accepted: 11/14/2022] [Indexed: 12/12/2022] Open
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Biomimetic design of scaffold architectures represents a promising strategy to enable the repair of tissue defects. Natural endoneurium extracellular matrix (eECM) exhibits a sophisticated microstructure and remarkable microenvironments conducive for guiding neurite regeneration. Therefore, the analysis of eECM is helpful to the design of bionic scaffold. Unfortunately, a fundamental lack of understanding of the microstructural characteristics and biomechanical properties of the human peripheral nerve eECM exists. In this study, we used microscopic computed tomography (micro-CT) to reconstruct a three-dimensional (3D) eECM model sourced from mixed nerves. The tensile strength and effective modulus of human fresh nerve fascicles were characterized experimentally. Permeability was calculated from a computational fluid dynamic (CFD) simulation of the 3D eECM model. Fluid flow of acellular nerve fascicles was tested experimentally to validate the permeability results obtained from CFD simulations. The key microstructural parameters, such as porosity is 35.5 ± 1.7%, tortuosity in endoneurium (X axis is 1.26 ± 0.028, Y axis is 1.26 ± 0.020 and Z axis is 1.17 ± 0.03, respectively), tortuosity in pore (X axis is 1.50 ± 0.09, Y axis is 1.44 ± 0.06 and Z axis is 1.13 ± 0.04, respectively), surface area-to-volume ratio (SAVR) is 0.165 ± 0.007 μm-1 and pore size is 11.8 ± 2.8 μm, respectively. These were characterized from the 3D eECM model and may exert different effects on the stiffness and permeability. The 3D microstructure of natural peripheral nerve eECM exhibits relatively lower permeability (3.10 m2 × 10-12 m2) than other soft tissues. These key microstructural and biomechanical parameters may play an important role in the design and fabrication of intraluminal guidance scaffolds to replace natural eECM. Our findings can aid the development of regenerative therapies and help improve scaffold design.
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- Liwei Yan
- Department of Microsurgery, Trauma and Hand Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat‐sen University, Guangzhou, China
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- School of Biomedical Engineering, University of Technology Sydney, Ultimo, NSW, Australia,School of Aerospace, Mechanical and Mechatronic Engineering, University of Sydney, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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- School of Computing, Engineering and Mathematics, Western Sydney University, Penrith, NSW, Australia
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- School of Aerospace, Mechanical and Mechatronic Engineering, University of Sydney, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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- Department of Microsurgery, Trauma and Hand Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat‐sen University, Guangzhou, China
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- School of Aerospace, Mechanical and Mechatronic Engineering, University of Sydney, Sydney, NSW, Australia,*Correspondence: Jian Qi, ; Qing Li,
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- Department of Microsurgery, Trauma and Hand Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat‐sen University, Guangzhou, China,Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory for Orthopedics and Traumatology, Guangzhou, China,*Correspondence: Jian Qi, ; Qing Li,
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Decellularized tendon-based heparinized nanocomposite scaffolds for prospective regenerative applications: Chemical, physical, thermal, mechanical and in vitro biological evaluations. J Mech Behav Biomed Mater 2022; 134:105387. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jmbbm.2022.105387] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/15/2022] [Revised: 07/12/2022] [Accepted: 07/17/2022] [Indexed: 11/19/2022]
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Farmani AR, Salmeh MA, Golkar Z, Moeinzadeh A, Ghiasi FF, Amirabad SZ, Shoormeij MH, Mahdavinezhad F, Momeni S, Moradbeygi F, Ai J, Hardy JG, Mostafaei A. Li-Doped Bioactive Ceramics: Promising Biomaterials for Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine. J Funct Biomater 2022; 13:162. [PMID: 36278631 PMCID: PMC9589997 DOI: 10.3390/jfb13040162] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/31/2022] [Revised: 09/18/2022] [Accepted: 09/20/2022] [Indexed: 12/03/2022] Open
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Lithium (Li) is a metal with critical therapeutic properties ranging from the treatment of bipolar depression to antibacterial, anticancer, antiviral and pro-regenerative effects. This element can be incorporated into the structure of various biomaterials through the inclusion of Li chloride/carbonate into polymeric matrices or being doped in bioceramics. The biocompatibility and multifunctionality of Li-doped bioceramics present many opportunities for biomedical researchers and clinicians. Li-doped bioceramics (capable of immunomodulation) have been used extensively for bone and tooth regeneration, and they have great potential for cartilage/nerve regeneration, osteochondral repair, and wound healing. The synergistic effect of Li in combination with other anticancer drugs as well as the anticancer properties of Li underline the rationale that bioceramics doped with Li may be impactful in cancer treatments. The role of Li in autophagy may explain its impact in regenerative, antiviral, and anticancer research. The combination of Li-doped bioceramics with polymers can provide new biomaterials with suitable flexibility, especially as bio-ink used in 3D printing for clinical applications of tissue engineering. Such Li-doped biomaterials have significant clinical potential in the foreseeable future.
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- Ahmad Reza Farmani
- Tissue Engineering and Applied Cell Sciences Department, School of Advanced Technologies in Medicine, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran 14166-34793, Iran
- Tissue Engineering Department, School of Advanced Technologies in Medicine, Fasa University of Medical Sciences, Fasa 74615-168, Iran
- Students’ Scientific Research Center, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran 14166-34793, Iran
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- Department of Biotechnology, School of Chemical Engineering, College of Engineering, University of Tehran, Tehran 14155-6619, Iran
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- Department of Midwifery, Firoozabad Branch, Islamic Azad University, Firoozabad 74715-117, Iran
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- Department of Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine, Faculty of Advanced Technologies in Medicine, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran 14496-14535, Iran
- Cellular and Molecular Research Center, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran 14496-14535, Iran
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- Department of Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine, Faculty of Advanced Technologies in Medicine, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran 14496-14535, Iran
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Yasouj University, Yasouj 75918-74934, Iran
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- Emergency Medicine Department, Shariati Hospital, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran 14166-34793, Iran
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- Anatomy Department, School of Medicine, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran 14166-34793, Iran
- Department of Infertility, Velayat Hospital, Qazvin University of Medical Sciences, Qazvin 34199-15315, Iran
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- Chemistry Department, Faculty of Science, Shahid Chamran University of Ahvaz, Ahvaz 83151-61355, Iran
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Biotechnology, School of Pharmacy, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz 71348-14336, Iran
- Pharmaceutical Sciences Research Center, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz 71348-14336, Iran
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- Tissue Engineering and Applied Cell Sciences Department, School of Advanced Technologies in Medicine, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran 14166-34793, Iran
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- Department of Chemistry, Faraday Building, Lancaster University, Lancaster LA1 4YB, UK
- Materials Science Institute, Lancaster University, Lancaster LA1 4YW, UK
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- Department of Mechanical, Materials, and Aerospace Engineering, Illinois Institute of Technology, 10 W 32nd Street, Chicago, IL 60616, USA
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Effect of cellulose nanofibers on polyhydroxybutyrate electrospun scaffold for bone tissue engineering applications. Int J Biol Macromol 2022; 220:1402-1414. [PMID: 36116594 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2022.09.118] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/15/2022] [Revised: 09/10/2022] [Accepted: 09/13/2022] [Indexed: 11/21/2022]
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The choice of materials and preparation methods are the most important factors affecting the final characteristics of the scaffolds. In this study, cellulose nanofibers (CNFs) as a nano-additive reinforcer were selected to prepare a polyhydroxybutyrate (PHB) based nanocomposite mat. The PHB/CNF (PC) scaffold properties, created via the electrospinning method, were investigated and compared with pure PHB. The obtained results, in addition to a slight increment of crystallinity (from ≃46 to 53 %), showed better water contact angle (from ≃120 to 96°), appropriate degradation rate (up to ≃25 % weight loss in two months), prominent biomineralization (Ca/P ratio about 1.50), and ≃89 % increment in toughness factor of PC compare to the neat PHB. Moreover, the surface roughness as an affecting parameter on cell behavior was also increased up to ≃43 % in the presence of CNFs. Eventually, not only the MTT assay revealed better human osteoblast MG63 cell viability on PC samples, but also DAPI staining and SEM results confirmed the more plausible cell spreading in the presence of cellulose nano-additive. These improvements, along with the appropriate results of ALP and Alizarin red, authenticate that the newly PC nanocomposite composition has the required efficiency in the field of bone tissue engineering.
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Ledda M, Merco M, Sciortino A, Scatena E, Convertino A, Lisi A, Del Gaudio C. Biological Response to Bioinspired Microporous 3D-Printed Scaffolds for Bone Tissue Engineering. Int J Mol Sci 2022; 23:ijms23105383. [PMID: 35628195 PMCID: PMC9140815 DOI: 10.3390/ijms23105383] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/29/2022] [Revised: 04/28/2022] [Accepted: 05/09/2022] [Indexed: 02/05/2023] Open
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The scaffold is a key element in the field of tissue engineering, especially when large defects or substitutions of pathological tissues or organs need to be clinically addressed. The expected outcome is strongly dependent on the cell–scaffold interaction and the integration with the surrounding biological tissue. Indeed, mimicking the natural extracellular matrix (ECM) of the tissue to be healed represents a further optimization that can limit a possible morphological mismatch between the scaffold and the tissue itself. For this aim, and referring to bone tissue engineering, polylactic acid (PLA) scaffolds were 3D printed with a microstructure inspired by the trabecular architecture and biologically evaluated by means of human osteosarcoma SAOS-2 cells. The cells were seeded on two types of scaffolds differing for the designed pore size (i.e., 400 and 600 µm), showing the same growth exponential trend found in the control and no significant alterations in the actin distribution. The microporous structure of the two tested samples enhanced the protein adsorption capability and mRNA expression of markers related to protein synthesis, proliferation, and osteoblast differentiation. Our findings demonstrate that 3D-printed scaffolds support the adhesion, growth, and differentiation of osteoblast-like cells and the microporous architecture, mimicking the natural bone hierarchical structure, and favoring greater bioactivity. These bioinspired scaffolds represent an interesting new tool for bone tissue engineering and regenerative medicine applications.
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- Mario Ledda
- Institute of Translational Pharmacology, National Research Council, Via Fosso del Cavaliere 100, 00133 Rome, Italy; (M.M.); (A.L.)
- Correspondence: (M.L.); (C.D.G.)
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- Institute of Translational Pharmacology, National Research Council, Via Fosso del Cavaliere 100, 00133 Rome, Italy; (M.M.); (A.L.)
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- Institute for Microelectronics and Microsystems, National Research Council, Via Fosso del Cavaliere 100, 00133 Rome, Italy; (A.S.); (A.C.)
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- Hypatia Research Consortium, Via del Politecnico snc, 00133 Rome, Italy;
- E. Amaldi Foundation, Via del Politecnico snc, 00133 Rome, Italy
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- Institute for Microelectronics and Microsystems, National Research Council, Via Fosso del Cavaliere 100, 00133 Rome, Italy; (A.S.); (A.C.)
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- Institute of Translational Pharmacology, National Research Council, Via Fosso del Cavaliere 100, 00133 Rome, Italy; (M.M.); (A.L.)
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- Hypatia Research Consortium, Via del Politecnico snc, 00133 Rome, Italy;
- E. Amaldi Foundation, Via del Politecnico snc, 00133 Rome, Italy
- Correspondence: (M.L.); (C.D.G.)
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