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da Costa Silva E, de Souza AM, Rossi AM, Costa AM, Grangeiro JM, Luchiari AC, de Medeiros SRB. Use of Zebrafish (Danio rerio) for Biosafety Evaluation of Strontium Nanostructured Hydroxyapatite. J Biomed Mater Res B Appl Biomater 2024; 112:e35478. [PMID: 39223072 DOI: 10.1002/jbm.b.35478] [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: 05/10/2024] [Revised: 07/12/2024] [Accepted: 08/09/2024] [Indexed: 09/04/2024]
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Despite the numerous studies on biocompatibility with nano-biomaterials, the biological effects of strontium-substituted HA nanoparticles (nSrHA) need to be better understood. So, we conducted an embryotoxicity test using zebrafish (Danio rerio) according to the OECD 236 guideline, a model that represents a viable alternative that bridges the gap between in vitro and mammalian models. Zebrafish embryos were exposed for 120 h to microspheres containing nSrHA nanoparticles with low and high crystallinity, synthesized at temperatures of 5°C (nSrHA5) and 90°C (nSrHA90). We evaluated lethality, developmental parameters, and reactive oxygen species (ROS) production. The larval behavior was assessed at 168 hpf to determine if the biomaterials affected motor responses and anxiety-like behavior. The results showed that the survival rate decreased significantly for the nSrHA5 group (low crystalline particles), and an increase in ROS was also observed in this group. However, none of the biomaterials caused morphological changes indicative of toxicity during larval development. Additionally, the behavioral tests did not reveal any alterations in all experimental groups, indicating the absence of neurotoxic effects from exposure to the tested biomaterials. These findings provide valuable insights into the biosafety of modified HA-based nanostructured biomaterials, making them a promising strategy for bone tissue repair. As the use of hydroxyapatite-based biomaterials continues to grow, it is crucial to ensure rigorous control over the quality, reliability, and traceability of these materials.
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- Elisângela da Costa Silva
- Department of Cell Biology and Genetics, Biosciences Center, Federal University of Rio Grande Do Norte, Natal, Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil
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- Department of Cell Biology and Genetics, Biosciences Center, Federal University of Rio Grande Do Norte, Natal, Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil
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- Department of Condensed Matter, Applied Physics and Nanoscience, Brazilian Center for Physics Research, Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
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- Department of Condensed Matter, Applied Physics and Nanoscience, Brazilian Center for Physics Research, Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
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- Directory of Life Sciences Applied Metrology, National Institute of Metrology, Quality and Technology, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
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- Department of Physiology & Behavior, Federal University of Rio Grande Do Norte, Natal, Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil
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Dornelas J, Dornelas G, Tude EMO, Mourão CF, Rossi ADM, Alves GG. In Vitro Evaluation of Cellular Interactions with Nanostructured Spheres of Alginate and Zinc-Substituted Carbonated Hydroxyapatite. MATERIALS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2024; 17:4092. [PMID: 39203270 PMCID: PMC11356260 DOI: 10.3390/ma17164092] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/18/2024] [Revised: 08/08/2024] [Accepted: 08/15/2024] [Indexed: 09/03/2024]
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The increasing demand for effective bone regeneration materials drives the exploration of biomaterials with enhanced bioactivity and biocompatibility, such as zinc-substituted compounds. This study investigates the in vitro cellular interactions with nanostructured spheres composed of alginate/carbonated hydroxyapatite (CHA), compared to zinc-substituted CHA (ZnCHA). This work aimed to compare the physicochemical properties and biological effects of ZnCHA and CHA on osteoblasts. ZnCHA was synthesized using a wet chemical method, followed by characterization through X-ray diffraction, Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy, total organic carbon analysis, Wavelength-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy, and BET surface area analysis to assess ion release and structural changes. Biological evaluation was conducted using cell viability, proliferation, and biomineralization assays on osteoblasts. Results showed successful incorporation of zinc and carbonate, leading to reduced crystallinity and increased surface area. Cell viability and proliferation assays indicated ZnCHA's cytocompatibility and enhanced osteoblastic activity, with increased mineralization nodules compared to CHA samples. The study concludes that ZnCHA composites are promising candidates for bone tissue engineering, demonstrating improved cytocompatibility and potential for further preclinical evaluations.
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- Jessica Dornelas
- NanoOnco3D, Rio de Janeiro 24033-000, Brazil
- Cell and Molecular Biology Department, Institute of Biology, Fluminense Federal University, Niterói 24220-900, Brazil
- Post-Graduation Program in Sciences & Biotechnology, Institute of Biology, Fluminense Federal University, Niterói 24220-900, Brazil
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- Post-Graduation Program in Sciences & Biotechnology, Institute of Biology, Fluminense Federal University, Niterói 24220-900, Brazil
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- Department of Periodontology, Tufts University School of Dental Medicine, Boston, MA 02111, USA
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- Cell and Molecular Biology Department, Institute of Biology, Fluminense Federal University, Niterói 24220-900, Brazil
- Post-Graduation Program in Sciences & Biotechnology, Institute of Biology, Fluminense Federal University, Niterói 24220-900, Brazil
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Silva JDA, Santos GGD, Ribeiro IÍDA, Silva AMGBD, Barreto IC, Matos MA, Barreto MA, Miguel FB. Histomorphometric Study of Non-critical Bone Defect Repair after Implantation of Magnesium-substituted Hydroxyapatite Microspheres. Rev Bras Ortop 2024; 59:e519-e525. [PMID: 39239581 PMCID: PMC11374412 DOI: 10.1055/s-0044-1787768] [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: 10/04/2023] [Accepted: 04/05/2024] [Indexed: 09/07/2024] Open
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Objective The present study aims to analyze histomorphometrically the repair of a non-critical bone defect after implantation of hydroxyapatite (HA) microspheres substituted by magnesium (Mg). Methods Thirty rats were distributed into 3 experimental groups, evaluated at 15 and 45 days postoperatively: HAG (bone defect filled with HA microspheres); HAMgG (bone defect filled with HA microspheres replaced with 1 mol% Mg), and CG (bone defect without implantation of biomaterials). Results After 15 days, the biomaterials filled the entire defect extent, forming a new osteoid matrix between the microspheres. In the CG, this neoformation was restricted to the edges with the deposition of loose connective tissue with reduced thickness. At 45 days, new bone formation filled almost the entire extension of the bone defect in the 3 groups, with statistically significant osteoid deposition in the CG despite the reduced thickness compared with the HAG and HAMgG. The groups with biomaterial implantation displayed a more abundant osteoid matrix than at 15 days. Conclusion The biomaterials studied showed biocompatibility, osteoconductivity, and bioactivity. The Mg concentration in the substituted HA did not stimulate more significant bone formation than HA without this ion.
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- Centro de Ciências da Saúde (CCS), Universidade Federal do Recôncavo da Bahia (UFRB), Santo Antônio de Jesus, BA, Brasil
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- Programa de Pós-Graduação em Processos Interativos dos Órgãos e Sistemas (PPGPIOS), Faculdade Adventista da Bahia (FADBA), Cachoeira, BA, Brasil
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- Centro de Ciências Agrárias, Ambientais e Biológicas (CCAAB), Universidade Federal do Recôncavo da Bahia (UFRB), Cruz das Almas, BA, Brasil
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- Instituto de Ciências da Saúde (ICS), Universidade Federal da Bahia (UFBA), Salvador, BA, Brasil
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Karatas E, Koc K, Yilmaz M, Aydin HM. Characterization and Comparative Investigation of Hydroxyapatite/Carboxymethyl Cellulose (CaHA/CMC) Matrix for Soft Tissue Augmentation in a Rat Model. ACS OMEGA 2024; 9:31586-31600. [PMID: 39072135 PMCID: PMC11270726 DOI: 10.1021/acsomega.4c01503] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/16/2024] [Revised: 06/29/2024] [Accepted: 07/05/2024] [Indexed: 07/30/2024]
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This study endeavors to develop an injectable subdermal implant material tailored for soft tissue repair and enhancement. The material consists of a ceramic phase of calcium hydroxyapatite (CaHA), which is biocompatible, 20-60 μm in size, known for its biocompatibility and minimal likelihood of causing foreign body reactions, antigenicity, and minimal inflammatory response, dispersed in a carrier phase composed of carboxymethyl cellulose (CMC), glycerol, and water for injection. The gel formulation underwent comprehensive characterization via various analytical techniques. X-ray diffraction (XRD) was employed to identify crystalline phases and investigate the structural properties of ceramic particles, while thermogravimetric analysis (TGA) was conducted to evaluate the thermal stability and decomposition behavior of the final formulation. Scanning electron microscopy (SEM) was utilized to examine the surface morphology and particle size distribution, confirming the homogeneous dispersion of spherical CaHA particles within the matrix. SEM analysis revealed particle sizes ranging from approximately 20-60 μm. Elemental analysis confirmed a stoichiometric Ca/P ratio of 1.65 in the hydroxyapatite (HA) structure. Heavy metal content exhibited suitability for surgical implant use without posing toxicity risks. Rheological analysis revealed a storage modulus of 58.6 and 68.9 kPa and a loss modulus of 21.7 and 24.8 kPa at the frequencies of 2 and 5 Hz, respectively. 150 μL of sterilized CaHA/CMC was injected subcutaneously into rats and compared with a similar product, Crystalys, to assess its effects on soft tissues. Skin tissue samples of rats were collected at specific intervals throughout the study (30, 45, 60, 90 and 120 days), and examined histologically. Results demonstrated that CaHA/CMC gel led to a significant increase in dermal thickness, elastic fibers, and collagen density. Based on the findings, the formulated CaHA/CMC gel was found to be biocompatible, biodegradable, nonimmunogenic, nontoxic, safe, and effective, and represents a promising option for soft tissue repair and augmentation.
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- Erkan Karatas
- Department
of Molecular Biology and Genetics, Erzurum
Technical University, 25100 Erzurum, Turkey
- Bioengineering
Division, Institute of Science, Hacettepe
University, 06800 Ankara, Turkey
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- Department
of Biology, Faculty of Science, Ataturk
University, 25240 Erzurum, Turkey
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- Department
of Chemical Engineering, Ataturk University, 25240 Erzurum, Turkey
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- Bioengineering
Division, Institute of Science, Hacettepe
University, 06800 Ankara, Turkey
- Centre
for Bioengineering, Hacettepe University, 06800 Ankara, Turkey
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Tamo AK, Djouonkep LDW, Selabi NBS. 3D Printing of Polysaccharide-Based Hydrogel Scaffolds for Tissue Engineering Applications: A Review. Int J Biol Macromol 2024; 270:132123. [PMID: 38761909 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2024.132123] [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: 12/05/2023] [Revised: 05/02/2024] [Accepted: 05/04/2024] [Indexed: 05/20/2024]
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In tissue engineering, 3D printing represents a versatile technology employing inks to construct three-dimensional living structures, mimicking natural biological systems. This technology efficiently translates digital blueprints into highly reproducible 3D objects. Recent advances have expanded 3D printing applications, allowing for the fabrication of diverse anatomical components, including engineered functional tissues and organs. The development of printable inks, which incorporate macromolecules, enzymes, cells, and growth factors, is advancing with the aim of restoring damaged tissues and organs. Polysaccharides, recognized for their intrinsic resemblance to components of the extracellular matrix have garnered significant attention in the field of tissue engineering. This review explores diverse 3D printing techniques, outlining distinctive features that should characterize scaffolds used as ideal matrices in tissue engineering. A detailed investigation into the properties and roles of polysaccharides in tissue engineering is highlighted. The review also culminates in a profound exploration of 3D polysaccharide-based hydrogel applications, focusing on recent breakthroughs in regenerating different tissues such as skin, bone, cartilage, heart, nerve, vasculature, and skeletal muscle. It further addresses challenges and prospective directions in 3D printing hydrogels based on polysaccharides, paving the way for innovative research to fabricate functional tissues, enhancing patient care, and improving quality of life.
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- Arnaud Kamdem Tamo
- Institute of Microsystems Engineering IMTEK, University of Freiburg, 79110 Freiburg, Germany; Freiburg Center for Interactive Materials and Bioinspired Technologies FIT, University of Freiburg, 79110 Freiburg, Germany; Freiburg Materials Research Center FMF, University of Freiburg, 79104 Freiburg, Germany; Ingénierie des Matériaux Polymères (IMP), Université Claude Bernard Lyon 1, INSA de Lyon, Université Jean Monnet, CNRS, UMR 5223, 69622 Villeurbanne CEDEX, France.
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- College of Petroleum Engineering, Yangtze University, Wuhan 430100, China; Key Laboratory of Drilling and Production Engineering for Oil and Gas, Wuhan 430100, China
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- Institute of Advanced Materials and Nanotechnology, Wuhan University of Science and Technology, Wuhan 430081, China
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Hayashi K, Kishida R, Tsuchiya A, Ishikawa K. Transformable Carbonate Apatite Chains as a Novel Type of Bone Graft. Adv Healthc Mater 2024; 13:e2303245. [PMID: 38229572 DOI: 10.1002/adhm.202303245] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/25/2023] [Revised: 12/07/2023] [Indexed: 01/18/2024]
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The aging global population is generating an ever-increasing demand for bone regeneration. Various materials, including blocks, granules, and sponges, are developed for bone regeneration. However, blocks require troublesome shaping and exhibit poor bone-defect conformities; granules migrate into the surrounding tissues during and after filling of the defect, causing handling difficulties and complications; and sponges contain polymers that are subject to religious restrictions, lack osteoconductivity, and may cause inflammation and allergies. Herein, carbonate apatite chains that overcome the limitations of conventional materials are presented. Although carbonate apatite granules migrate, causing inflammation and ectopic calcification, the chains remain in the defects without causing any complications. The chains conform to the defect shape and transform into 3D porous structures, resulting in faster bone regeneration than that observed using granules. Thus, these findings indicate that even traditional calcium phosphates materials can be converted to state-of-the-art materials via shape control.
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- Koichiro Hayashi
- Department of Biomaterials, Faculty of Dental Science, Kyushu University 3-1-1 Maidashi, Higashi-ku, Fukuoka, 812-8582, Japan
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- Department of Biomaterials, Faculty of Dental Science, Kyushu University 3-1-1 Maidashi, Higashi-ku, Fukuoka, 812-8582, Japan
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- Department of Biomaterials, Faculty of Dental Science, Kyushu University 3-1-1 Maidashi, Higashi-ku, Fukuoka, 812-8582, Japan
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- Department of Biomaterials, Faculty of Dental Science, Kyushu University 3-1-1 Maidashi, Higashi-ku, Fukuoka, 812-8582, Japan
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Systermans S, Cobraiville E, Camby S, Meyer C, Louvrier A, Lie SA, Schouman T, Siciliano S, Beckers O, Poulet V, Ullmann N, Nolens G, Biscaccianti V, Nizet JL, Hascoët JY, Gilon Y, Vidal L. An innovative 3D hydroxyapatite patient-specific implant for maxillofacial bone reconstruction: A case series of 13 patients. J Craniomaxillofac Surg 2024; 52:420-431. [PMID: 38461138 DOI: 10.1016/j.jcms.2024.02.026] [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: 08/21/2023] [Revised: 11/28/2023] [Accepted: 02/17/2024] [Indexed: 03/11/2024] Open
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The study aimed to evaluate and discuss the use of an innovative PSI made of porous hydroxyapatite, with interconnected porosity promoting osteointegration, called MyBone Custom® implant (MBCI), for maxillofacial bone reconstruction. A multicentric cohort of 13 patients underwent maxillofacial bone reconstruction surgery using MBCIs for various applications, from genioplasty to orbital floor reconstruction, including zygomatic and mandibular bone reconstruction, both for segmental defects and bone augmentation. The mean follow-up period was 9 months (1-22 months). No infections, displacements, or postoperative fractures were reported. Perioperative modifications of the MBCIs were possible when necessary. Additionally, surgeons reported significant time saved during surgery. For patients with postoperative CT scans, osteointegration signs were visible at the 6-month postoperative follow-up control, and continuous osteointegration was observed after 1 year. The advantages and disadvantages compared with current techniques used are discussed. MBCIs offer new bone reconstruction possibilities with long-term perspectives, while precluding the drawbacks of titanium and PEEK. The low level of postoperative complications associated with the high osteointegration potential of MBCIs paves the way to more extensive use of this new hydroxyapatite PSI in maxillofacial bone reconstruction.
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- Simon Systermans
- Department of Plastic and Maxillofacial Surgery, CHU, University of Liège, Liège, Belgium; Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, ZOL Genk, Genk, Belgium
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- Department of Plastic and Maxillofacial Surgery, CHU, University of Liège, Liège, Belgium
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- Chirurgie Maxillo-Faciale, Stomatologie et Odontologie Hospitalière, CHU, Université de Franche-Comté, Besançon, France
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- Chirurgie Maxillo-Faciale, Stomatologie et Odontologie Hospitalière, CHU, Université de Franche-Comté, Besançon, France
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- Department of Cranio-Maxillofacial Surgery, Maastricht University Medical Center, Maastricht, the Netherlands
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- Department of Maxillofacial Surgery, Groupe Hospitalier Pitié-Salpêtrière Charles Foix, Assistance Publique des Hôpitaux de Paris, Sorbonne Université, Paris, France
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- Department of Stomatology and Maxillofacial Surgery, Clinique Sainte Elisabeth, Brussels, Belgium
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, ZOL Genk, Genk, Belgium
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- Department of Maxillofacial Surgery, Toulouse Purpan University Hospital, Toulouse, France
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- Service de Chirurgie Maxillo-faciale et Stomatologie, Hôpital de Villeneuve Saint Georges, France
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- Research Institute of Civil Engineering and Mechanics (GeM), CNRS, Nantes, France
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- Department of Plastic and Maxillofacial Surgery, CHU, University of Liège, Liège, Belgium
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- Research Institute of Civil Engineering and Mechanics (GeM), CNRS, Nantes, France
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- Department of Plastic and Maxillofacial Surgery, CHU, University of Liège, Liège, Belgium
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- Research Institute of Civil Engineering and Mechanics (GeM), CNRS, Nantes, France; Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Clinique Bretéché - ELSAN, Nantes, France.
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Wei P, Zhou J, Xiong S, Yi F, Xu K, Liu M, Xi H, Zhou Z, Qiu Z, Liu H, Zeng J, Liu Y, Qiu P, Zhou J, Liu S, Long Z, Li J, Xiong L. Chestnut-Inspired Hollow Hydroxyapatite 3D Printing Scaffolds Accelerate Bone Regeneration by Recruiting Calcium Ions and Regulating Inflammation. ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES 2024; 16:9768-9786. [PMID: 38349802 DOI: 10.1021/acsami.3c17087] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/15/2024]
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This study aims to overcome the drawbacks associated with hydroxyapatite (HAP) dense structures after sintering, which often result in undesirable features such as large grain size, reduced porosity, high crystallinity, and low specific surface area. These characteristics hinder osseointegration and limit the clinical applicability of the material. To address these issues, a new method involving the preparation of hollow hydroxyapatite (hHAP) microspheres has been proposed. These microspheres exhibit distinctive traits including weak crystallization, high specific surface area, and increased porosity. The weak crystallization aligns more closely with early mineralization products found in the human body and animals. Moreover, the microspheres' high specific surface area and porosity offer advantages for protein loading and facilitating osteoblast attachment. This innovative approach not only mitigates the limitations of conventional HAP structures but also holds the potential for improving the effectiveness of hydroxyapatite in biomedical applications, particularly in enhancing osseointegration. Three-dimensional printed hHAP/chitosan (CS) scaffolds with different hHAP concentration gradients were manufactured, and the physical and biological properties of each group were systematically evaluated. In vitro and in vivo experiments show that the hHAP/CS scaffold has excellent performance in bone remodeling. Furthermore, in-scaffold components, hHAP and CS were cocultured with bone marrow mesenchymal stem cells to explore the regulatory role of hHAP and CS in the process of bone healing and to reveal the cell-level specific regulatory network activated by hHAP. Enrichment analysis showed that hHAP can promote bone regeneration and reconstruction by recruiting calcium ions and regulating inflammatory reactions.
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- Peng Wei
- Department of Orthopedics, The Second Affiliated Hospital, Jiangxi Medical College, Nanchang University, Nanchang 330006, Jiangxi, China
- Institute of Clinical Medicine, Jiangxi Provincial People's Hospital, The First Affiliated Hospital of Nanchang Medical College, Nanchang 330006, Jiangxi, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, The Second Affiliated Hospital, Jiangxi Medical College, Nanchang University, Nanchang 330006, Jiangxi, China
- Institute of Clinical Medicine, Jiangxi Provincial People's Hospital, The First Affiliated Hospital of Nanchang Medical College, Nanchang 330006, Jiangxi, China
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- Institute of Clinical Medicine, Jiangxi Provincial People's Hospital, The First Affiliated Hospital of Nanchang Medical College, Nanchang 330006, Jiangxi, China
- Department of Orthopedics, The First Affiliated Hospital, Jiangxi Medical College, Nanchang University, Nanchang 330006, Jiangxi, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, The Second Affiliated Hospital, Jiangxi Medical College, Nanchang University, Nanchang 330006, Jiangxi, China
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- Jiangxi Jiayou Shuguang Orthopedic Hospital, Nanchang 330009, Jiangxi, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, The Second Affiliated Hospital, Jiangxi Medical College, Nanchang University, Nanchang 330006, Jiangxi, China
- Institute of Clinical Medicine, Jiangxi Provincial People's Hospital, The First Affiliated Hospital of Nanchang Medical College, Nanchang 330006, Jiangxi, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, The Second Affiliated Hospital, Jiangxi Medical College, Nanchang University, Nanchang 330006, Jiangxi, China
- Institute of Clinical Medicine, Jiangxi Provincial People's Hospital, The First Affiliated Hospital of Nanchang Medical College, Nanchang 330006, Jiangxi, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, The Second Affiliated Hospital, Jiangxi Medical College, Nanchang University, Nanchang 330006, Jiangxi, China
- Institute of Clinical Medicine, Jiangxi Provincial People's Hospital, The First Affiliated Hospital of Nanchang Medical College, Nanchang 330006, Jiangxi, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, The Second Affiliated Hospital, Jiangxi Medical College, Nanchang University, Nanchang 330006, Jiangxi, China
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- Queen Mary School, Nanchang University, Nanchang 330036, China
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- Department of Spine Surgery, Shanghai East Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai 200092, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Jiangxi Provincial People's Hospital, The First Affiliated Hospital of Nanchang Medical College, Nanchang 330006, Jiangxi, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, The First Affiliated Hospital, Jiangxi Medical College, Nanchang University, Nanchang 330006, Jiangxi, China
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- Ganzhou People's Hospital, Ganzhou, Jiangxi 341000, China
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- Ganzhou People's Hospital, Ganzhou, Jiangxi 341000, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Jiangxi Provincial People's Hospital, The First Affiliated Hospital of Nanchang Medical College, Nanchang 330006, Jiangxi, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Jiangxi Provincial People's Hospital, The First Affiliated Hospital of Nanchang Medical College, Nanchang 330006, Jiangxi, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, The Second Affiliated Hospital, Jiangxi Medical College, Nanchang University, Nanchang 330006, Jiangxi, China
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Tolmacheva N, Bhattacharyya A, Noh I. Calcium Phosphate Biomaterials for 3D Bioprinting in Bone Tissue Engineering. Biomimetics (Basel) 2024; 9:95. [PMID: 38392140 PMCID: PMC10886915 DOI: 10.3390/biomimetics9020095] [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: 12/23/2023] [Revised: 01/12/2024] [Accepted: 01/31/2024] [Indexed: 02/24/2024] Open
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Three-dimensional bioprinting is a promising technology for bone tissue engineering. However, most hydrogel bioinks lack the mechanical and post-printing fidelity properties suitable for such hard tissue regeneration. To overcome these weak properties, calcium phosphates can be employed in a bioink to compensate for the lack of certain characteristics. Further, the extracellular matrix of natural bone contains this mineral, resulting in its structural robustness. Thus, calcium phosphates are necessary components of bioink for bone tissue engineering. This review paper examines different recently explored calcium phosphates, as a component of potential bioinks, for the biological, mechanical and structural properties required of 3D bioprinted scaffolds, exploring their distinctive properties that render them favorable biomaterials for bone tissue engineering. The discussion encompasses recent applications and adaptations of 3D-printed scaffolds built with calcium phosphates, delving into the scientific reasons behind the prevalence of certain types of calcium phosphates over others. Additionally, this paper elucidates their interactions with polymer hydrogels for 3D bioprinting applications. Overall, the current status of calcium phosphate/hydrogel bioinks for 3D bioprinting in bone tissue engineering has been investigated.
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- Nelli Tolmacheva
- Convergence Institute of Biomedical Engineering and Biomaterials, Seoul National University of Science and Technology, Seoul 01811, Republic of Korea
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- Convergence Institute of Biomedical Engineering and Biomaterials, Seoul National University of Science and Technology, Seoul 01811, Republic of Korea
- Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, Seoul National University of Science and Technology, Seoul 01811, Republic of Korea
- Medical Electronics Research Center, Seoul National University of Science and Technology, Seoul 01811, Republic of Korea
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- Convergence Institute of Biomedical Engineering and Biomaterials, Seoul National University of Science and Technology, Seoul 01811, Republic of Korea
- Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, Seoul National University of Science and Technology, Seoul 01811, Republic of Korea
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Gasperini FM, Fernandes GVO, Mitri FF, Calasans-Maia MD, Mavropoulos E, Malta Rossi A, Granjeiro JM. Histomorphometric evaluation, SEM, and synchrotron analysis of the biological response of biodegradable and ceramic hydroxyapatite-based grafts: from the synthesis to the bed application. Biomed Mater 2023; 18:065023. [PMID: 37844570 DOI: 10.1088/1748-605x/ad0397] [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: 05/03/2023] [Accepted: 10/16/2023] [Indexed: 10/18/2023]
Abstract
This study aimed to analyze the physicochemical and histological properties of nanostructured hydroxyapatite and alginate composites produced at different temperatures with and without sintering and implanted in rabbit tibiae. Hydroxyapatite-alginate (HA) microspheres (425-600 µm) produced at 90 and 5 °C without (HA90 and HA5) or with sintering at 1000 °C (HA90S and HA5S) were characterized and applied to evaluate thein vitrodegradation; also were implanted in bone defects on rabbit's tibiae (n= 12). The animals were randomly divided into five groups (blood clot, HA90S, HA5S, HA90, and HA5) and euthanized after 7 and 28 d. X-ray diffraction and Fourier-transform infrared analysis of the non-sintered biomaterials showed a lower crystallinity than sintered materials, being more degradablein vitroandin vivo. However, the sinterization of HA5 led to the apatite phase's decomposition into tricalcium phosphate. Histomorphometric analysis showed the highest (p< 0.01) bone density in the blood clot group, similar bone levels among HA90S, HA90, and HA5, and significantly less bone in the HA5S. HA90 and HA5 groups presented higher degradation and homogeneous distribution of the new bone formation onto the surface of biomaterial fragments, compared to HA90S, presenting bone only around intact microspheres (p< 0.01). The elemental distribution (scanning electron microscope and energy dispersive spectroscopy andμXRF-SR analysis) of Ca, P, and Zn in the newly formed bone is similar to the cortical bone, indicating bone maturity at 28 d. The synthesized biomaterials are biocompatible and osteoconductive. The heat treatment directly influenced the material's behavior, where non-sintered HA90 and HA5 showed higher degradation, allowing a better distribution of the new bone onto the surface of the biomaterial fragments compared to HA90S presenting the same level of new bone, but only on the surface of the intact microspheres, potentially reducing the bone-biomaterial interface.
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- Flávio Marcos Gasperini
- Prosthetic Dentistry Department, Dentistry School, Iguaçu University Nova Iguaçu, RJ, Brazil
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- Department of Morphology, Biomedical Sciences Institute, Federal Uberlandia University, Uberlandia, MG, Brazil
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- Clinical Research Laboratory in Dentistry, Dentistry School, Fluminense Federal University, Niteroi, RJ, Brazil
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- Biomaterials Laboratory-LABIOMAT, Brazilian Center of Physics Research, Rio de Janeiro, RJ, Brazil
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- Biomaterials Laboratory-LABIOMAT, Brazilian Center of Physics Research, Rio de Janeiro, RJ, Brazil
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- Clinical Research Laboratory in Dentistry, Dentistry School, Fluminense Federal University, Niteroi, RJ, Brazil
- Laboratory of Biology, Coordination of Biology, National Institute of Metrology, Quality, and Technology, Duque de Caxias, RJ, Brazil
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Niziołek K, Słota D, Sadlik J, Łachut E, Florkiewicz W, Sobczak-Kupiec A. Influence of Drying Technique on Physicochemical Properties of Synthetic Hydroxyapatite and Its Potential Use as a Drug Carrier. MATERIALS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2023; 16:6431. [PMID: 37834568 PMCID: PMC10573467 DOI: 10.3390/ma16196431] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/31/2023] [Revised: 09/20/2023] [Accepted: 09/25/2023] [Indexed: 10/15/2023]
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Naturally occurring hydroxyapatite (HA) is the mineral phase of bone tissue. It is characterized by its bioactivity toward stimulating bone cells to proliferate and thus form new apatite layers. For this reason, it is a material commonly used in implantology for filling defects or covering implants (such as endoprostheses). There are several methods to obtain synthetic HA, and by controlling parameters such as temperature, pressure or the drying process, physicochemical parameters of the final powder can be affected. In the present study, HA was obtained by wet precipitation technique and subjected to two different drying methods, determining whether this parameter significantly affects the properties of the final material obtained. Analyzed Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy (FT-IR) confirmed the presence of functional groups typical for HA. X-ray diffraction analysis (XRD) demonstrated that the materials are partially amorphous; however, the only phase was identified in HA. Scanning electron microscopy (SEM) was used to evaluate the surface morphology and the density, and average grain diameter was measured. Furthermore, HA powders were subjected to modification with the antibiotic clindamycin to determine the potential for use as a carrier for the active substance. The release rate of the drug was determined by high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC). The differences in the characteristics of the powders were relatively small; however, they affected the rate of drug release from the material as well as the shape of the grains. The method of drying the powders was shown to affect the shape of the grains, as well as the porosity of the sinters prepared from it. A higher amount of clindamycin released into PBS was observed in material with more pores. The materials have demonstrated the potential to be used as a carrier for the active substance; however, further biological, as well as physicochemical, analysis is required.
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- Karina Niziołek
- Department of Materials Science, Faculty of Materials Engineering and Physics, Cracow University of Technology, 37 Jana Pawła II Av., 31-864 Krakow, Poland
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Kurzyk A, Szwed-Georgiou A, Pagacz J, Antosik A, Tymowicz-Grzyb P, Gerle A, Szterner P, Włodarczyk M, Płociński P, Urbaniak MM, Rudnicka K, Biernat M. Calcination and ion substitution improve physicochemical and biological properties of nanohydroxyapatite for bone tissue engineering applications. Sci Rep 2023; 13:15384. [PMID: 37717040 PMCID: PMC10505220 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-023-42271-2] [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: 06/29/2023] [Accepted: 09/07/2023] [Indexed: 09/18/2023] Open
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Nanohydroxyapatite (nanoHAP) is widely used in bone regeneration, but there is a need to enhance its properties to provide stimuli for cell commitment and osteoconduction. This study examines the effect of calcination at 1200 °C on the physicochemical and biological properties of nanoHAP doped with magnesium (Mg2+), strontium (Sr2+), and zinc (Zn2+). A synergistic effect of dual modification on nanoHAP biological properties was investigated. The materials were characterized by X-ray diffraction (XRD), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), BET analysis, Fourier-transform spectroscopy, and thermal analysis methods. Furthermore, ion release tests and in vitro biological characterization, including cytocompatibility, reactive oxygen species production, osteoconductive potential and cell proliferation, were performed. The XRD results indicate that the ion substitution of nanoHAP has no effect on the apatite structure, and after calcination, β-tricalcium phosphate (β-TCP) is formed as an additional phase. SEM analysis showed that calcination induces the agglomeration of particles and changes in surface morphology. A decrease in the specific surface area and in the ion release rate was observed. Combining calcination and nanoHAP ion modification is beneficial for cell proliferation and osteoblast response and provide additional stimuli for cell commitment in bone regeneration.
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- Agata Kurzyk
- Łukasiewicz Research Network, Institute of Ceramics and Building Materials, Cementowa 8 St., 31-983, Kraków, Poland.
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- Department of Immunology and Infectious Biology, Faculty of Biology and Environmental Protection, University of Lodz, 12/16 Banacha St., 90-237, Lodz, Poland
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- Łukasiewicz Research Network, Institute of Ceramics and Building Materials, Cementowa 8 St., 31-983, Kraków, Poland
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- Łukasiewicz Research Network, Institute of Ceramics and Building Materials, Cementowa 8 St., 31-983, Kraków, Poland
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- Łukasiewicz Research Network, Institute of Ceramics and Building Materials, Cementowa 8 St., 31-983, Kraków, Poland
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- Łukasiewicz Research Network, Institute of Ceramics and Building Materials, Cementowa 8 St., 31-983, Kraków, Poland
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- Łukasiewicz Research Network, Institute of Ceramics and Building Materials, Cementowa 8 St., 31-983, Kraków, Poland
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- Department of Immunology and Infectious Biology, Faculty of Biology and Environmental Protection, University of Lodz, 12/16 Banacha St., 90-237, Lodz, Poland
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- Department of Immunology and Infectious Biology, Faculty of Biology and Environmental Protection, University of Lodz, 12/16 Banacha St., 90-237, Lodz, Poland
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- Department of Immunology and Infectious Biology, Faculty of Biology and Environmental Protection, University of Lodz, 12/16 Banacha St., 90-237, Lodz, Poland
- Bio-Med-Chem Doctoral School, University of Lodz and Lodz Institutes of the Polish Academy of Sciences, 12/16 Banacha St., 90-237, Lodz, Poland
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- Department of Immunology and Infectious Biology, Faculty of Biology and Environmental Protection, University of Lodz, 12/16 Banacha St., 90-237, Lodz, Poland
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- Łukasiewicz Research Network, Institute of Ceramics and Building Materials, Cementowa 8 St., 31-983, Kraków, Poland
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Radulescu DE, Vasile OR, Andronescu E, Ficai A. Latest Research of Doped Hydroxyapatite for Bone Tissue Engineering. Int J Mol Sci 2023; 24:13157. [PMID: 37685968 PMCID: PMC10488011 DOI: 10.3390/ijms241713157] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/02/2023] [Revised: 08/17/2023] [Accepted: 08/20/2023] [Indexed: 09/10/2023] Open
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Bone tissue engineering has attracted great interest in the last few years, as the frequency of tissue-damaging or degenerative diseases has increased exponentially. To obtain an ideal treatment solution, researchers have focused on the development of optimum biomaterials to be applied for the enhancement of bioactivity and the regeneration process, which are necessary to support the proper healing process of osseous tissues. In this regard, hydroxyapatite (HA) has been the most widely used material in the biomedical field due to its great biocompatibility and similarity with the native apatite from the human bone. However, HA still presents some deficiencies related to its mechanical properties, which are essential for HA to be applied in load-bearing applications. Bioactivity is another vital property of HA and is necessary to further improve regeneration and antibacterial activity. These drawbacks can be solved by doping the material with trace elements, adapting the properties of the material, and, finally, sustaining bone regeneration without the occurrence of implant failure. Considering these aspects, in this review, we have presented some general information about HA properties, synthesis methods, applications, and the necessity for the addition of doping ions into its structure. Also, we have presented their influence on the properties of HA, as well as the latest applications of doped materials in the biomedical field.
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- Diana-Elena Radulescu
- Department of Science and Engineering of Oxide Materials and Nanomaterials, Faculty of Chemical Engineering and Biotechnologies, Bucharest National Polytechnic University of Science and Technology, 011061 Bucharest, Romania
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- Department of Science and Engineering of Oxide Materials and Nanomaterials, Faculty of Chemical Engineering and Biotechnologies, Bucharest National Polytechnic University of Science and Technology, 011061 Bucharest, Romania
- National Research Center for Micro and Nanomaterials, Bucharest National Polytechnic University of Science and Technology, 060042 Bucharest, Romania
- Romanian Academy of Scientists, 050045 Bucharest, Romania
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- Department of Science and Engineering of Oxide Materials and Nanomaterials, Faculty of Chemical Engineering and Biotechnologies, Bucharest National Polytechnic University of Science and Technology, 011061 Bucharest, Romania
- National Research Center for Micro and Nanomaterials, Bucharest National Polytechnic University of Science and Technology, 060042 Bucharest, Romania
- Romanian Academy of Scientists, 050045 Bucharest, Romania
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- Department of Science and Engineering of Oxide Materials and Nanomaterials, Faculty of Chemical Engineering and Biotechnologies, Bucharest National Polytechnic University of Science and Technology, 011061 Bucharest, Romania
- National Research Center for Micro and Nanomaterials, Bucharest National Polytechnic University of Science and Technology, 060042 Bucharest, Romania
- Romanian Academy of Scientists, 050045 Bucharest, Romania
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Trzaskowska M, Vivcharenko V, Franus W, Goryczka T, Barylski A, Przekora A. Optimization of the Composition of Mesoporous Polymer-Ceramic Nanocomposite Granules for Bone Regeneration. Molecules 2023; 28:5238. [PMID: 37446899 DOI: 10.3390/molecules28135238] [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: 06/10/2023] [Revised: 07/01/2023] [Accepted: 07/04/2023] [Indexed: 07/15/2023] Open
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Difficult-to-treat bone damage resulting from metabolic bone diseases, mechanical injuries, or tumor resection requires support in the form of biomaterials. The aim of this research was to optimize the concentration of individual components of polymer-ceramic nanocomposite granules (nanofilled polymer composites) for application in orthopedics and maxillofacial surgery to fill small bone defects and stimulate the regeneration process. Two types of granules were made using nanohydroxyapatite (nanoHA) and chitosan-based matrix (agarose/chitosan or curdlan/chitosan), which served as binder for ceramic nanopowder. Different concentrations of the components (nanoHA and curdlan), foaming agent (sodium bicarbonate-NaHCO3), and chitosan solvent (acetic acid-CH3COOH) were tested during the production process. Agarose and chitosan concentrations were fixed to be 5% w/v and 2% w/v, respectively, based on our previous research. Subsequently, the produced granules were subjected to cytotoxicity testing (indirect and direct contact methods), microhardness testing (Young's modulus evaluation), and microstructure analysis (porosity, specific surface area, and surface roughness) in order to identify the biomaterial with the most favorable properties. The results demonstrated only slight differences among the resultant granules with respect to their microstructural, mechanical, and biological properties. All variants of the biomaterials were non-toxic to a mouse preosteoblast cell line (MC3T3-E1), supported cell growth on their surface, had high porosity (46-51%), and showed relatively high specific surface area (25-33 m2/g) and Young's modulus values (2-10 GPa). Apart from biomaterials containing 8% w/v curdlan, all samples were predominantly characterized by mesoporosity. Nevertheless, materials with the greatest biomedical potential were obtained using 5% w/v agarose, 2% w/v chitosan, and 50% or 70% w/v nanoHA when the chitosan solvent/foaming agent ratio was equal to 2:2. In the case of the granules containing curdlan/chitosan matrix, the most optimal composition was as follows: 2% w/v chitosan, 4% w/v curdlan, and 30% w/v nanoHA. The obtained test results indicate that both manufactured types of granules are promising implantable biomaterials for filling small bone defects that can be used in maxillofacial surgery.
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- Marta Trzaskowska
- Independent Unit of Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine, Medical University of Lublin, Chodzki 1, 20-093 Lublin, Poland
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- Independent Unit of Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine, Medical University of Lublin, Chodzki 1, 20-093 Lublin, Poland
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- Department of Construction Materials Engineering and Geoengineering, Lublin University of Technology, Nadbystrzycka 38 D, 20-618 Lublin, Poland
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- Institute of Materials Engineering, University of Silesia in Katowice, 75 Pułku Piechoty 1A, 41-500 Chorzów, Poland
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- Institute of Materials Engineering, University of Silesia in Katowice, 75 Pułku Piechoty 1A, 41-500 Chorzów, Poland
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- Independent Unit of Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine, Medical University of Lublin, Chodzki 1, 20-093 Lublin, Poland
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