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Kammerer A, Hartmann FA, Nau C, Leiblein M, Schaible A, Neijhoft J, Henrich D, Verboket R, Janko M. The Impact of Defect Size on Bone Healing in Critical-Size Bone Defects Investigated on a Rat Femur Defect Model Comparing Two Treatment Methods. Bioengineering (Basel) 2024; 11:287. [PMID: 38534561 DOI: 10.3390/bioengineering11030287] [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: 01/31/2024] [Revised: 03/04/2024] [Accepted: 03/11/2024] [Indexed: 03/28/2024] Open
Abstract
Critical-size bone defects up to 25 cm can be treated successfully using the induced membrane technique established by Masquelet. To shorten this procedure, human acellular dermis (HAD) has had success in replacing this membrane in rat models. The aim of this study was to compare bone healing for smaller and larger defects using an induced membrane and HAD in a rat model. Using our established femoral defect model in rats, the animals were placed into four groups and defects of 5 mm or 10 mm size were set, either filling them with autologous spongiosa and surrounding the defect with HAD or waiting for the induced membrane to form around a cement spacer and filling this cavity in a second operation with a cancellous bone graft. Healing was assessed eight weeks after the operation using µ-CT, histological staining, and an assessment of the progress of bone formation using an established bone healing score. The α-smooth muscle actin used as a signal of blood vessel formation was stained and counted. The 5 mm defects showed significantly better bone union and a higher bone healing score than the 10 mm defects. HAD being used for the smaller defects resulted in a significantly higher bone healing score even than for the induced membrane and significantly higher blood vessel formation, corroborating the good results achieved by using HAD in previous studies. In comparison, same-sized groups showed significant differences in bone healing as well as blood vessel formation, suggesting that 5 mm defects are large enough to show different results in healing depending on treatment; therefore, 5 mm is a viable size for further studies on bone healing.
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- Andreas Kammerer
- Department of Trauma, Hand and Reconstructive Surgery, Goethe University Frankfurt, University Hospital, Theodor-Stern-Kai 7, 60596 Frankfurt, Germany
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- Department of Trauma, Hand and Reconstructive Surgery, Goethe University Frankfurt, University Hospital, Theodor-Stern-Kai 7, 60596 Frankfurt, Germany
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- Department of Trauma, Hand and Reconstructive Surgery, Goethe University Frankfurt, University Hospital, Theodor-Stern-Kai 7, 60596 Frankfurt, Germany
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- Department of Trauma, Hand and Reconstructive Surgery, Goethe University Frankfurt, University Hospital, Theodor-Stern-Kai 7, 60596 Frankfurt, Germany
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- Department of Trauma, Hand and Reconstructive Surgery, Goethe University Frankfurt, University Hospital, Theodor-Stern-Kai 7, 60596 Frankfurt, Germany
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- Department of Trauma, Hand and Reconstructive Surgery, Goethe University Frankfurt, University Hospital, Theodor-Stern-Kai 7, 60596 Frankfurt, Germany
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- Department of Trauma, Hand and Reconstructive Surgery, Goethe University Frankfurt, University Hospital, Theodor-Stern-Kai 7, 60596 Frankfurt, Germany
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- Department of Trauma, Hand and Reconstructive Surgery, Goethe University Frankfurt, University Hospital, Theodor-Stern-Kai 7, 60596 Frankfurt, Germany
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- Department of Trauma, Hand and Reconstructive Surgery, Goethe University Frankfurt, University Hospital, Theodor-Stern-Kai 7, 60596 Frankfurt, Germany
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Shinohara I, Tsubosaka M, Toya M, Lee ML, Kushioka J, Murayama M, Gao Q, Li X, Zhang N, Chow SKH, Matsumoto T, Kuroda R, Goodman SB. C-C Motif Chemokine Ligand 2 Enhances Macrophage Chemotaxis, Osteogenesis, and Angiogenesis during the Inflammatory Phase of Bone Regeneration. Biomolecules 2023; 13:1665. [PMID: 38002347 PMCID: PMC10669364 DOI: 10.3390/biom13111665] [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: 10/05/2023] [Revised: 11/15/2023] [Accepted: 11/16/2023] [Indexed: 11/26/2023] Open
Abstract
Local cell therapy has recently gained attention for the treatment of joint diseases and fractures. Mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) are not only involved in osteogenesis and angiogenesis, but they also have immunomodulatory functions, such as inducing macrophage migration during bone regeneration via macrophage crosstalk. C-C motif chemokine ligand 2 (CCL2), a known inflammatory mediator, is associated with the migration of macrophages during inflammation. This study examined the utility of CCL2 as a therapeutic target for local cell therapy. Using lentiviral vectors for rabbit MSCs, genetically modified CCL2 overexpressing MSCs were generated. Osteogenic differentiation assays were performed using MSCs with or without macrophages in co-culture, and cell migration assays were also performed. Additionally, co-cultures were performed with endothelial cells (ECs), and angiogenesis was evaluated using a tube formation assay. Overexpression of CCL2 did not affect bone formation under monoculture conditions but promoted chemotaxis and osteogenesis when co-cultured with macrophages. Furthermore, CCL2-overexpression promoted tube formation in co-culture with ECs. These results suggest that CCL2 induces macrophage chemotaxis and osteogenesis by promoting crosstalk between MSCs and macrophages; CCL2 also stimulates ECs to induce angiogenesis. These findings indicate that CCL2 may be a useful therapeutic target for local cell therapy in areas of bone loss.
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- Issei Shinohara
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Stanford University School of Medicine, Stanford, CA 94063, USA; (I.S.); (M.T.); (M.T.); (M.L.L.); (J.K.); (M.M.); (Q.G.); (X.L.); (S.K.-H.C.)
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Kobe University Graduate School of Medicine, Kobe 650-0017, Japan; (T.M.); (R.K.)
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Stanford University School of Medicine, Stanford, CA 94063, USA; (I.S.); (M.T.); (M.T.); (M.L.L.); (J.K.); (M.M.); (Q.G.); (X.L.); (S.K.-H.C.)
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Kobe University Graduate School of Medicine, Kobe 650-0017, Japan; (T.M.); (R.K.)
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Stanford University School of Medicine, Stanford, CA 94063, USA; (I.S.); (M.T.); (M.T.); (M.L.L.); (J.K.); (M.M.); (Q.G.); (X.L.); (S.K.-H.C.)
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Stanford University School of Medicine, Stanford, CA 94063, USA; (I.S.); (M.T.); (M.T.); (M.L.L.); (J.K.); (M.M.); (Q.G.); (X.L.); (S.K.-H.C.)
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Stanford University School of Medicine, Stanford, CA 94063, USA; (I.S.); (M.T.); (M.T.); (M.L.L.); (J.K.); (M.M.); (Q.G.); (X.L.); (S.K.-H.C.)
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Stanford University School of Medicine, Stanford, CA 94063, USA; (I.S.); (M.T.); (M.T.); (M.L.L.); (J.K.); (M.M.); (Q.G.); (X.L.); (S.K.-H.C.)
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Stanford University School of Medicine, Stanford, CA 94063, USA; (I.S.); (M.T.); (M.T.); (M.L.L.); (J.K.); (M.M.); (Q.G.); (X.L.); (S.K.-H.C.)
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Stanford University School of Medicine, Stanford, CA 94063, USA; (I.S.); (M.T.); (M.T.); (M.L.L.); (J.K.); (M.M.); (Q.G.); (X.L.); (S.K.-H.C.)
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- Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong;
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Stanford University School of Medicine, Stanford, CA 94063, USA; (I.S.); (M.T.); (M.T.); (M.L.L.); (J.K.); (M.M.); (Q.G.); (X.L.); (S.K.-H.C.)
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Kobe University Graduate School of Medicine, Kobe 650-0017, Japan; (T.M.); (R.K.)
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Kobe University Graduate School of Medicine, Kobe 650-0017, Japan; (T.M.); (R.K.)
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Stanford University School of Medicine, Stanford, CA 94063, USA; (I.S.); (M.T.); (M.T.); (M.L.L.); (J.K.); (M.M.); (Q.G.); (X.L.); (S.K.-H.C.)
- Department of Bioengineering, Stanford University School of Medicine, Stanford, CA 94305, USA
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da Rocha LR, Dias RB, Fernandes MBC, Prinz R, Eirado TP, Costa IDS, Monteiro MJ, da Silva CER, Dos Santos CT, Fogagnolo F. A new option for bone regeneration: a rapid methodology for cellularization of allograft with human bone marrow stromal cells with in vivo bone-forming potential. Injury 2023; 54 Suppl 6:110777. [PMID: 38143129 DOI: 10.1016/j.injury.2023.05.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/27/2023] [Revised: 04/26/2023] [Accepted: 05/01/2023] [Indexed: 12/26/2023]
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The treatment of severe musculoskeletal injuries, such as loss of bone tissue and consolidation disorders, requires bone transplantation, and the success of this bone reconstruction depends on the grafts transplant's osteogenic, osteoconductive, and osteoinductive properties. Although the gold standard is autograft, it is limited by availability, morbidity, and infection risk. Despite their low capacity for osteoinduction and osteogenesis, decellularized bone allografts have been used in the search for alternative therapeutic strategies to improve bone regeneration. Considering that bone marrow stromal cells (BMSCs) are responsible for the maintenance of bone turnover throughout life, we believe that associating BMSCs with allograft could produce a material that is biologically similar to autologous bone graft. For this reason, this study evaluated the osteogenic potential of bone allograft cellularized with BMSCs. First, BMSC was characterized and allograft decellularization was confirmed by histology, scanning electron microscopy, and DNA quantification. Subsequently, the BMSCs and allografts were associated and evaluated for adhesion, proliferation, and in vitro and in vivo osteogenic potential. We demonstrated that, after 2 hours, BMSCs had already adhered to the surface of allografts and remained viable for 14 days. In vitro osteogenic assays indicated increased osteogenic potential of allografts compared with beta-tricalcium phosphate (β-TCP). In vivo transplantation assays in immunodeficient mice confirmed the allograft's potential to induce bone formation, with significantly better results than β-TCP. Finally, our results indicate that allograft can provide structural support for BMSC adhesion, offering a favorable microenvironment for cell survival and differentiation and inducing new bone formation. Taken together, our data indicate that this rapid methodology for cellularization of allograft with BMSCs might be a new therapeutic alternative in regenerative medicine and bone bioengineering.
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- Leonardo Rosa da Rocha
- Teaching and Research Division, Instituto Nacional de Traumatologia e Ortopedia Jamil Haddad (INTO), Av. Brasil, 500, Rio de Janeiro, RJ 20940-070, Brazil.
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- Teaching and Research Division, INTO, Av. Brasil, 500, Rio de Janeiro, RJ 20940-070, Brazil
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- Teaching and Research Division, INTO, Av. Brasil, 500, Rio de Janeiro, RJ 20940-070, Brazil
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- Teaching and Research Division, INTO, Av. Brasil, 500, Rio de Janeiro, RJ 20940-070, Brazil
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- Teaching and Research Division, INTO, Av. Brasil, 500, Rio de Janeiro, RJ 20940-070, Brazil
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- Materials Division, Instituto Nacional de Tecnologia (INT), Av. Venezuela 82, Rio de Janeiro, RJ 20081-312, Brazil.
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- Department of Orthopaedics and Anaesthesiology, Ribeirão Preto Medical School, Universidade de São Paulo (USP), Av. Bandeirantes, 3900, São Paulo, SP 14049900, Brazil
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Bianconi S, Oliveira KMC, Klein KL, Wolf J, Schaible A, Schröder K, Barker J, Marzi I, Leppik L, Henrich D. Pretreatment of Mesenchymal Stem Cells with Electrical Stimulation as a Strategy to Improve Bone Tissue Engineering Outcomes. Cells 2023; 12:2151. [PMID: 37681884 PMCID: PMC10487010 DOI: 10.3390/cells12172151] [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: 07/20/2023] [Revised: 08/11/2023] [Accepted: 08/16/2023] [Indexed: 09/09/2023] Open
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Electrical stimulation (EStim), whether used alone or in combination with bone tissue engineering (BTE) approaches, has been shown to promote bone healing. In our previous in vitro studies, mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) were exposed to EStim and a sustained, long-lasting increase in osteogenic activity was observed. Based on these findings, we hypothesized that pretreating MSC with EStim, in 2D or 3D cultures, before using them to treat large bone defects would improve BTE treatments. Critical size femur defects were created in 120 Sprague-Dawley rats and treated with scaffold granules seeded with MSCs that were pre-exposed or not (control group) to EStim 1 h/day for 7 days in 2D (MSCs alone) or 3D culture (MSCs + scaffolds). Bone healing was assessed at 1, 4, and 8 weeks post-surgery. In all groups, the percentage of new bone increased, while fibrous tissue and CD68+ cell count decreased over time. However, these and other healing features, like mineral density, bending stiffness, the amount of new bone and cartilage, and the gene expression of osteogenic markers, did not significantly differ between groups. Based on these findings, it appears that the bone healing environment could counteract the long-term, pro-osteogenic effects of EStim seen in our in vitro studies. Thus, EStim seems to be more effective when administered directly and continuously at the defect site during bone healing, as indicated by our previous studies.
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- Santiago Bianconi
- Department of Trauma, Hand and Reconstructive Surgery, University Hospital, Goethe University Frankfurt, 60590 Frankfurt am Main, Germany (K.-L.K.); (J.W.); (A.S.); (I.M.); (L.L.); (D.H.)
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- Department of Trauma, Hand and Reconstructive Surgery, University Hospital, Goethe University Frankfurt, 60590 Frankfurt am Main, Germany (K.-L.K.); (J.W.); (A.S.); (I.M.); (L.L.); (D.H.)
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- Department of Trauma, Hand and Reconstructive Surgery, University Hospital, Goethe University Frankfurt, 60590 Frankfurt am Main, Germany (K.-L.K.); (J.W.); (A.S.); (I.M.); (L.L.); (D.H.)
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- Department of Trauma, Hand and Reconstructive Surgery, University Hospital, Goethe University Frankfurt, 60590 Frankfurt am Main, Germany (K.-L.K.); (J.W.); (A.S.); (I.M.); (L.L.); (D.H.)
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- Department of Trauma, Hand and Reconstructive Surgery, University Hospital, Goethe University Frankfurt, 60590 Frankfurt am Main, Germany (K.-L.K.); (J.W.); (A.S.); (I.M.); (L.L.); (D.H.)
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- Vascular Research Centre, Goethe University Frankfurt, 60590 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
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- Frankfurt Initiative for Regenerative Medicine, Experimental Orthopedics and Trauma Surgery, Goethe University Frankfurt, 60528 Frankfurt am Main, Germany;
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- Department of Trauma, Hand and Reconstructive Surgery, University Hospital, Goethe University Frankfurt, 60590 Frankfurt am Main, Germany (K.-L.K.); (J.W.); (A.S.); (I.M.); (L.L.); (D.H.)
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- Department of Trauma, Hand and Reconstructive Surgery, University Hospital, Goethe University Frankfurt, 60590 Frankfurt am Main, Germany (K.-L.K.); (J.W.); (A.S.); (I.M.); (L.L.); (D.H.)
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- Department of Trauma, Hand and Reconstructive Surgery, University Hospital, Goethe University Frankfurt, 60590 Frankfurt am Main, Germany (K.-L.K.); (J.W.); (A.S.); (I.M.); (L.L.); (D.H.)
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Zhang Q, Zhou J, Zhi P, Liu L, Liu C, Fang A, Zhang Q. 3D printing method for bone tissue engineering scaffold. MEDICINE IN NOVEL TECHNOLOGY AND DEVICES 2023; 17:None. [PMID: 36909661 PMCID: PMC9995276 DOI: 10.1016/j.medntd.2022.100205] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 12.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/31/2022] [Revised: 12/27/2022] [Accepted: 12/29/2022] [Indexed: 01/06/2023] Open
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3D printing technology is an emerging technology. It constructs solid bodies by stacking materials layer by layer, and can quickly and accurately prepare bone tissue engineering scaffolds with specific shapes and structures to meet the needs of different patients. The field of life sciences has received a great deal of attention. However, different 3D printing technologies and materials have their advantages and disadvantages, and there are limitations in clinical application. In this paper, the technology, materials and clinical applications of 3D printed bone tissue engineering scaffolds are reviewed, and the future development trends and challenges in this field are prospected.
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- Qiliang Zhang
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Qingdao Municipal Hospital, Qingdao University, Qingdao, 266071, China
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- Beijing Advanced Innovation Centre for Biomedical Engineering, School of Engineering Medicine, Beihang University, Beijing, 100191, China
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Qingdao Municipal Hospital, Qingdao University, Qingdao, 266071, China
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- Beijing Advanced Innovation Centre for Biomedical Engineering, School of Engineering Medicine, Beihang University, Beijing, 100191, China
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Qingdao Municipal Hospital, Qingdao University, Qingdao, 266071, China
- The First Affiliated Hospital and Its National Resident Standardized Training Base, Dalian Medical University, Dalian, 116000, China
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- Beijing Advanced Innovation Centre for Biomedical Engineering, School of Engineering Medicine, Beihang University, Beijing, 100191, China
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Qingdao Municipal Hospital, Qingdao University, Qingdao, 266071, China
- The First Affiliated Hospital and Its National Resident Standardized Training Base, Dalian Medical University, Dalian, 116000, China
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- Division of Surgery and Interventional Science, Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital, University College London, London, United Kingdom
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- Division of Surgery and Interventional Science, Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital, University College London, London, United Kingdom
- Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, First Affiliated Hospital, College of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, 310003, China
- Corresponding author. Division of Surgery and Interventional Science, Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital, University College London, London, United Kingdom.
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- Division of Surgery and Interventional Science, Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital, University College London, London, United Kingdom
- Beijing Advanced Innovation Centre for Biomedical Engineering, School of Engineering Medicine, Beihang University, Beijing, 100191, China
- Corresponding author. Division of Surgery and Interventional Science, Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital, University College London, London, United Kingdom.
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Skoloudik L, Chrobok V, Laco J, Dedkova J, Diaz Garcia D, Filip S. An Effect of Cyclosporin A in a Treatment of Temporal Bone Defect Using hBM-MSCs. Biomedicines 2022; 10:biomedicines10112918. [PMID: 36428486 PMCID: PMC9687466 DOI: 10.3390/biomedicines10112918] [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: 10/11/2022] [Revised: 11/02/2022] [Accepted: 11/10/2022] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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Background. The treatment of middle ear cholesteatoma requires surgical treatment and the reconstruction of the temporal bone, which represents an ongoing problem. Otologists have focused on the research of materials allowing an airy middle ear and the preservation of hearing function to reconstruct the temporal bone. Methods. This study evaluated the effect of cyclosporin A (CsA) and a combined biomaterial in the healing process of postoperative temporal bone defects in an animal model. Cultured human Bone Marrow Mesenchymal Stromal Cells (hBM-MSCs) were mixed with hydroxyapatite (Cem-Ostetic®), and subsequently applied as a bone substitute after middle ear surgery, showing that the therapeutic potential of hBM-MSCs associated with bone regeneration and replacement is directly influenced by CsA, confirming that it promotes the survival of MSCs in vivo. Results. The therapeutic efficacy of the combination of MSCs with CsA is greater than the sole application of MSCs in a hydroxyapatite carrier. Conclusion. The reconstruction of a temporal bone defect using hBM-MSCs requires an immunosuppressant to improve the results of treatment.
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- Lukas Skoloudik
- Department of Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery, University Hospital Hradec Kralove, Faculty of Medicine in Hradec Kralove, Charles University, 500 03 Hradec Králové, Czech Republic
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery, University Hospital Hradec Kralove, Faculty of Medicine in Hradec Kralove, Charles University, 500 03 Hradec Králové, Czech Republic
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- The Fingerland Department of Pathology, University Hospital Hradec Kralove, Faculty of Medicine in Hradec Kralove, Charles University, 500 03 Hradec Králové, Czech Republic
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- Department of Radiology, University Hospital Hradec Kralove, 500 05 Hradec Králové, Czech Republic
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- Department of Pharmacology, Faculty of Medicine in Hradec Kralove, Charles University, 500 03 Hradec Králové, Czech Republic
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- Department of Oncology and Radiotherapy, Faculty of Medicine Hradec Kralove, Charles University, 500 03 Hradec Králové, Czech Republic
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +420-495-834-618
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Preparation of 3D Printing PLGA Scaffold with BMP-9 and P-15 Peptide Hydrogel and Its Application in the Treatment of Bone Defects in Rabbits. CONTRAST MEDIA & MOLECULAR IMAGING 2022; 2022:1081957. [PMID: 35965616 PMCID: PMC9357721 DOI: 10.1155/2022/1081957] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/26/2022] [Revised: 06/16/2022] [Accepted: 06/27/2022] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
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Objective To prepare a three-dimensional (3D) printing polylactic acid glycolic acid (PLGA) scaffold with bone morphogenetic protein-9 (BMP-9) and P-15 peptide hydrogel and evaluate its application in treating bone defects in rabbits. Methods 3D printing PLGA scaffolds were formed and scanned by electron microscopy. Their X-ray diffraction (XRD), in vitro degradation, and compressive strength were characterized. BMP-9 and P-15 hydrogels were prepared. Flow cytometry was used to detect apoptosis, and an electron microscope was used to evaluate cell adhesion to scaffolds. Alkaline phosphatase (ALP), type 1 collagen (Col-I), osteocalcin (OCN), runt-related transcription factor 2 (RUNX2), and osterix (SP7) were detected by western blotting. MicroCT was used to detect new bone formation, and bone tissue-related protein expressions were determined in the rabbit model with bone defects. Results The 3D printing scaffolds were cylindrical, and the inner diameter of the scaffolds was about 1 mm. The bread peak with wide distribution showed that the 3D printing only involved a physical change, which did not change the properties of the materials. The degradation rate of scaffolds was 9.38%, which met the requirements of properties of biological scaffolds. The water absorption of the support was about 9.09%, and the compressive strength was 15.83 N/mm2. In the coculture of bone marrow mesenchymal stem cells (BMSCs) with scaffolds, the 2% polypeptide hydrogel showed the most obvious activity in promoting the differentiation of BMSCs. Flow cytometry showed that the 0% and 2% groups did not cause obvious apoptosis compared with the control group. Scaffolds with 2% and 4% polypeptide promoted the expression of ALP, COL-1, OCN, RUNX2, and Sp7 in BMSCs. In vivo experiments showed that the expression of ALP, COL-1, OCN, RUNX2, and Sp7 protein in the 2% polypeptide scaffold group increased significantly compared with the model group. MicroCT detection demonstrated that the 2% polypeptide scaffold had good bone repair ability. Conclusion The PLGA scaffolds combined with BMP-9 and P-15 peptide hydrogels had good biological and mechanical properties and could repair bone defects in rabbits.
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A Limited Role for AMD3100 Induced Stem Cell Mobilization for Modulation of Thoracic Trauma Outcome. Shock 2022; 57:260-267. [PMID: 35759306 DOI: 10.1097/shk.0000000000001933] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/17/2022]
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ABSTRACT Thoracic trauma is a major cause of mortality due to the associated inflammatory acute respiratory distress syndrome and morbidity due to impaired tissue regeneration. Trauma-induced lung inflammation is characterized by the early recruitment of cells with pro- or anti-inflammatory activity to the lung. Therapeutic interventions reducing the level of tissue inflammation may result in decreased tissue damage and improved healing and recovery. Stem cells might be able to improve trauma outcome via immunomodulation or by enhancing tissue regeneration.Here, we describe the migratory dynamics of murine mesenchymal, hematopoietic and endothelial stem and progenitor cells (SPCs) as well as mature inflammatory cells (monocytes, neutrophils, lymphocytes) to peripheral blood (PB) and lung tissue between 0.2 and 48 h post-blunt chest trauma (TXT). We demonstrate that the kinetics of immune cell and SPC distribution upon trauma are both cell-type and tissue-dependent. We identified a transient, early increase in the number of inflammatory cells in PB and lung at 2 h post-TXT and a second wave of infiltrating SPCs in lungs by 48 h after TXT induction, suggesting a role for SPCs in tissue remodeling after the initial inflammatory phase. Cxcl12/Cxcr4 blockade by AMD3100 within the first 6 h after TXT, while inducing a strong and coordinated mobilization of SPCs and leukocytes to PB and lung tissue, did not significantly affect TXT associated inflammation or tissue damage as determined by inflammatory cytokine levels, plasma markers for organ function, lung cell proliferation and survival, and myofibroblast/fibroblast ratio in the lung. Further understanding the dynamics of the distribution of endogenous SPCs and inflammatory cells will therefore be indispensable for stem cell-based or immunomodulation therapies in trauma.
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Amiri MA, Lavaee F, Danesteh H. Use of stem cells in bone regeneration in cleft palate patients: review and recommendations. J Korean Assoc Oral Maxillofac Surg 2022; 48:71-78. [PMID: 35491137 PMCID: PMC9065639 DOI: 10.5125/jkaoms.2022.48.2.71] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/20/2021] [Revised: 03/08/2021] [Accepted: 03/09/2021] [Indexed: 11/08/2022] Open
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This study was conducted to review the efficacy of different sources of stem cells in bone regeneration of cleft palate patients. The majority of previous studies focused on the transplantation of bone marrow mesenchymal stem cells. However, other sources of stem cells have also gained considerable attention, and dental stem cells have shown especially favorable outcomes. Additionally, approaches that apply the co-culture and co-transplantation of stem cells have shown promising results. The use of different types of stem cells, based on their accessibility and efficacy in bone regeneration, is a promising method in cleft palate bone regeneration. In this regard, dental stem cells may be an ideal choice due to their efficacy and accessibility. In conclusion, stem cells, despite the lengthy procedures required for culture and preparation, are a suitable alternative to conventional bone grafting techniques.
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- Mohammad Amin Amiri
- Student Research Committee, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran
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- Oral and Dental Disease Research Center, Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Medicine, School of Dentistry, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, School of Dentistry, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran
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Ishida Y, Nosaka M, Kondo T. Bone Marrow-Derived Cells and Wound Age Estimation. Front Med (Lausanne) 2022; 9:822572. [PMID: 35155503 PMCID: PMC8828650 DOI: 10.3389/fmed.2022.822572] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/25/2021] [Accepted: 01/03/2022] [Indexed: 12/20/2022] Open
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Appropriate technology as well as specific target cells and molecules are key factors for determination of wound vitality or wound age in forensic practice. Wound examination is one of the most important tasks for forensic pathologists and is indispensable to distinguish antemortem wounds from postmortem damage. For vital wounds, estimating the age of the wound is also essential in determining how the wound is associated with the cause of death. We investigated bone marrow-derived cells as promising markers and their potential usefulness in forensic applications. Although examination of a single marker cannot provide high reliability and objectivity in estimating wound age, evaluating the appearance combination of bone marrow-derived cells and the other markers may allow for a more objective and accurate estimation of wound age.
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- Yuko Ishida
- *Correspondence: Yuko Ishida ; orcid.org/0000-0001-6104-7599
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Desando G, Bartolotti I, Cattini L, Tschon M, Martini L, Fini M, Schiavinato A, Soranzo C, Grigolo B. Prospects on the Potential In Vitro Regenerative Features of Mechanically Treated-Adipose Tissue for Osteoarthritis Care. Stem Cell Rev Rep 2021; 17:1362-1373. [PMID: 33469783 PMCID: PMC8316247 DOI: 10.1007/s12015-020-10099-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 11/25/2020] [Indexed: 11/06/2022]
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Gathering a better grasp on the adipose stromal vascular fraction (SVF) is demanding among clinicians for osteoarthritis (OA) care because of its promising but multifaceted clinical outcomes. The aim of this preclinical in vitro study was to test whether the mechanical approach with Hy-Tissue SVF system, a class IIa CE marked device of adipose tissue micro-fragmentation, influences the biological features and functions of SVF. We compared mechanical generated-SVF (mSVF) with the enzymatic generated-SVF (eSVF) by testing cell survival, phenotype, differentiation, and paracrine properties using ELISA assays. Both adipose SVF showed 80% viable cells and enrichment for CD-44 marker. The mSVF product preserved the functions of cell populations within the adipose tissue; however, it displayed lowered nucleated cell recovery and CFU-F than eSVF. As for multipotency, mSVF and eSVF showed similar differentiation commitment for osteochondral lineages. Both adipose SVF exhibited an increased release of VEGF, HGF, IGF-1 and PDGF-bb, involved in pathways mediating osteochondral repair and cell migration. Both mSVF and eSVF also displayed high release for the anti-inflammatory cytokine IL-10. After in vitro culture, supernatants from both mSVF and eSVF groups showed a low release of cytokines except for IL-10, thereby giving evidence of functional changes after culture expansion. In this study, mSVF showed active cell populations in the adipose tissue comparable to eSVF with excellent survival, differentiation and paracrine properties under a new mechanical adipose tissue micro-fragmentation system; thereby suggesting its potential use as a minimally invasive technique for OA treatment.
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- G Desando
- Laboratorio RAMSES, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Bologna, 40136, Italy.
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- Laboratorio RAMSES, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Bologna, 40136, Italy
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- Laboratorio di ImmunoReumatologia e Rigenerazione Tissutale, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Bologna, 40136, Italia
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- Scienze e Tecnologie Chirurgiche, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Bologna, 40136, Italia
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- Scienze e Tecnologie Chirurgiche, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Bologna, 40136, Italia
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- Scienze e Tecnologie Chirurgiche, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Bologna, 40136, Italia
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- Fidia Farmaceutici S.p.A, Abano Terme, Padova, 35031, Italy
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- Fidia Farmaceutici S.p.A, Abano Terme, Padova, 35031, Italy
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- Laboratorio RAMSES, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Bologna, 40136, Italy
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Verboket RD, Irrle T, Busche Y, Schaible A, Schröder K, Brune JC, Marzi I, Nau C, Henrich D. Fibrous Demineralized Bone Matrix (DBM) Improves Bone Marrow Mononuclear Cell (BMC)-Supported Bone Healing in Large Femoral Bone Defects in Rats. Cells 2021; 10:1249. [PMID: 34069404 PMCID: PMC8158746 DOI: 10.3390/cells10051249] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/26/2021] [Revised: 05/12/2021] [Accepted: 05/17/2021] [Indexed: 12/13/2022] Open
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Regeneration of large bone defects is a major objective in trauma surgery. Bone marrow mononuclear cell (BMC)-supported bone healing was shown to be efficient after immobilization on a scaffold. We hypothesized that fibrous demineralized bone matrix (DBM) in various forms with BMCs is superior to granular DBM. A total of 65 male SD rats were assigned to five treatment groups: syngenic cancellous bone (SCB), fibrous demineralized bone matrix (f-DBM), fibrous demineralized bone matrix densely packed (f-DBM 120%), DBM granules (GDBM) and DBM granules 5% calcium phosphate (GDBM5%Ca2+). BMCs from donor rats were combined with different scaffolds and placed into 5 mm femoral bone defects. After 8 weeks, bone mineral density (BMD), biomechanical stability and histology were assessed. Similar biomechanical properties of f-DBM and SCB defects were observed. Similar bone and cartilage formation was found in all groups, but a significantly bigger residual defect size was found in GDBM. High bone healing scores were found in f-DBM (25) and SCB (25). The application of DBM in fiber form combined with the application of BMCs shows promising results comparable to the gold standard, syngenic cancellous bone. Denser packing of fibers or higher amount of calcium phosphate has no positive effect.
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- René D. Verboket
- Department of Trauma, Hand and Reconstructive Surgery, Goethe University Frankfurt, 60590 Frankfurt am Main, Germany; (T.I.); (Y.B.); (A.S.); (I.M.); (C.N.); (D.H.)
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- Department of Trauma, Hand and Reconstructive Surgery, Goethe University Frankfurt, 60590 Frankfurt am Main, Germany; (T.I.); (Y.B.); (A.S.); (I.M.); (C.N.); (D.H.)
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- Department of Trauma, Hand and Reconstructive Surgery, Goethe University Frankfurt, 60590 Frankfurt am Main, Germany; (T.I.); (Y.B.); (A.S.); (I.M.); (C.N.); (D.H.)
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- Department of Trauma, Hand and Reconstructive Surgery, Goethe University Frankfurt, 60590 Frankfurt am Main, Germany; (T.I.); (Y.B.); (A.S.); (I.M.); (C.N.); (D.H.)
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- Center of Physiology, Cardiovascular Physiology, Goethe University Frankfurt, 60590 Frankfurt am Main, Germany;
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- German Institute for Cell- and Tissue Replacement (DIZG, gemeinnützige GmbH), 12555 Berlin, Germany;
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- Department of Trauma, Hand and Reconstructive Surgery, Goethe University Frankfurt, 60590 Frankfurt am Main, Germany; (T.I.); (Y.B.); (A.S.); (I.M.); (C.N.); (D.H.)
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- Department of Trauma, Hand and Reconstructive Surgery, Goethe University Frankfurt, 60590 Frankfurt am Main, Germany; (T.I.); (Y.B.); (A.S.); (I.M.); (C.N.); (D.H.)
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- Department of Trauma, Hand and Reconstructive Surgery, Goethe University Frankfurt, 60590 Frankfurt am Main, Germany; (T.I.); (Y.B.); (A.S.); (I.M.); (C.N.); (D.H.)
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Jia Y, Zhang C, Zheng X, Gao M. Co-cultivation of progenitor cells enhanced osteogenic gene expression and angiogenesis potential in vitro. J Int Med Res 2021; 49:3000605211004024. [PMID: 33840248 PMCID: PMC8044578 DOI: 10.1177/03000605211004024] [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] [Indexed: 12/04/2022] Open
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Objectives The efficiencies of osteogenesis and angiogenesis present challenges that need to be overcome before bone tissue engineering can be widely applied to clinical uses. We aimed to optimize an in vitro culture system to enhance osteogenesis and angiogenesis. We investigated if hematopoietic stem cells (HSCs) promoted osteogenesis in vitro when co-cultured with mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) and endothelial progenitor cells (EPCs). Methods MSC/HSC, MSC/EPC/HSC, and MSC/EPC co-cultures were incubated for 21 days. Alkaline phosphatase (ALP) activity and calcium content were analyzed to assess mineralization. Expression levels of genes encoding osteogenesis-related proteins (ALP (ALPL), collagen type IA (COL1A1), osteocalcin (BGLAP), and osteopontin (OSTP)) were also evaluated by measuring mRNA levels at day 28. Angiogenesis was evaluated by tube-formation assay. Results COL1A1, OSTP, ALPL, and BGLAP genes were upregulated in MSC/HSC and MSC/EPC/HSC co-cultures compared with the MSC/EPC group. Upregulation was strongest in the MSC/EPC/HSC co-cultures. There were no significant changes in ALP levels and calcium content, but ALP activity was slightly higher and calcium content was relatively lower in the MSC/EPC and MSC/EPC/HSC groups. Conclusions Co-culture of MSCs with HSCs or EPCs/HSCs upregulated the expression of osteogenesis-related genes but did not affect the efficiency of osteogenesis.
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- Yongsheng Jia
- Thyroid and Neck Department, Tianjin Medical University Cancer Institute and Hospital, National Clinical Research Center for Cancer, Tianjin, China.,Key Laboratory of Breast Cancer Prevention and Therapy, Tianjin Medical University, Ministry of Education, Tianjin, China
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- Department of Thoracic Oncology, Tianjin Medical University Cancer Institute and Hospital, National Clinical Research Center for Cancer, Tianjin, China.,Key Laboratory of Breast Cancer Prevention and Therapy, Tianjin Medical University, Ministry of Education, Tianjin, China
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- Thyroid and Neck Department, Tianjin Medical University Cancer Institute and Hospital, National Clinical Research Center for Cancer, Tianjin, China.,Key Laboratory of Breast Cancer Prevention and Therapy, Tianjin Medical University, Ministry of Education, Tianjin, China.,Key Laboratory of Cancer Prevention and Therapy, Tianjin. Tianjin's Clinical Research Center for Cancer, Tianjin, China
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- Thyroid and Neck Department, Tianjin Medical University Cancer Institute and Hospital, National Clinical Research Center for Cancer, Tianjin, China
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Bouland C, Philippart P, Dequanter D, Corrillon F, Loeb I, Bron D, Lagneaux L, Meuleman N. Cross-Talk Between Mesenchymal Stromal Cells (MSCs) and Endothelial Progenitor Cells (EPCs) in Bone Regeneration. Front Cell Dev Biol 2021; 9:674084. [PMID: 34079804 PMCID: PMC8166285 DOI: 10.3389/fcell.2021.674084] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/28/2021] [Accepted: 04/23/2021] [Indexed: 12/14/2022] Open
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Bone regeneration is a complex, well-orchestrated process based on the interactions between osteogenesis and angiogenesis, observed in both physiological and pathological situations. However, specific conditions (e.g., bone regeneration in large quantity, immunocompromised regenerative process) require additional support. Tissue engineering offers novel strategies. Bone regeneration requires a cell source, a matrix, growth factors and mechanical stimulation. Regenerative cells, endowed with proliferation and differentiation capacities, aim to recover, maintain, and improve bone functions. Vascularization is mandatory for bone formation, skeletal development, and different osseointegration processes. The latter delivers nutrients, growth factors, oxygen, minerals, etc. The development of mesenchymal stromal cells (MSCs) and endothelial progenitor cells (EPCs) cocultures has shown synergy between the two cell populations. The phenomena of osteogenesis and angiogenesis are intimately intertwined. Thus, cells of the endothelial line indirectly foster osteogenesis, and conversely, MSCs promote angiogenesis through different interaction mechanisms. In addition, various studies have highlighted the importance of the microenvironment via the release of extracellular vesicles (EVs). These EVs stimulate bone regeneration and angiogenesis. In this review, we describe (1) the phenomenon of bone regeneration by different sources of MSCs. We assess (2) the input of EPCs in coculture in bone regeneration and describe their contribution to the osteogenic potential of MSCs. We discuss (3) the interaction mechanisms between MSCs and EPCs in the context of osteogenesis: direct or indirect contact, production of growth factors, and the importance of the microenvironment via the release of EVs.
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- Cyril Bouland
- Department of Stomatology and Maxillofacial Surgery, Saint-Pierre Hospital, Brussels, Belgium.,Laboratory of Clinical Cell Therapy, Jules Bordet Institute, Université Libre de Bruxelles, Brussels, Belgium
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- Faculty of Medicine, Université Libre de Bruxelles, Brussels, Belgium.,Department of Stomatology and Maxillofacial Surgery, IRIS South Hospital, Brussels, Belgium
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- Department of Stomatology and Maxillofacial Surgery, Saint-Pierre Hospital, Brussels, Belgium.,Faculty of Medicine, Université Libre de Bruxelles, Brussels, Belgium
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- Laboratory of Clinical Cell Therapy, Jules Bordet Institute, Université Libre de Bruxelles, Brussels, Belgium
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- Department of Stomatology and Maxillofacial Surgery, Saint-Pierre Hospital, Brussels, Belgium.,Faculty of Medicine, Université Libre de Bruxelles, Brussels, Belgium
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- Faculty of Medicine, Université Libre de Bruxelles, Brussels, Belgium.,Department of Hematology, Jules Bordet Institute, Université Libre de Bruxelles, Brussels, Belgium
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- Laboratory of Clinical Cell Therapy, Jules Bordet Institute, Université Libre de Bruxelles, Brussels, Belgium
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- Laboratory of Clinical Cell Therapy, Jules Bordet Institute, Université Libre de Bruxelles, Brussels, Belgium.,Faculty of Medicine, Université Libre de Bruxelles, Brussels, Belgium.,Department of Hematology, Jules Bordet Institute, Université Libre de Bruxelles, Brussels, Belgium
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Xu H, Wang C, Liu C, Peng Z, Li J, Jin Y, Wang Y, Guo J, Zhu L. Cotransplantation of mesenchymal stem cells and endothelial progenitor cells for treating steroid-induced osteonecrosis of the femoral head. Stem Cells Transl Med 2021; 10:781-796. [PMID: 33438370 PMCID: PMC8046137 DOI: 10.1002/sctm.20-0346] [Citation(s) in RCA: 36] [Impact Index Per Article: 12.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/25/2020] [Revised: 11/14/2020] [Accepted: 12/06/2020] [Indexed: 11/20/2022] Open
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Steroid-induced osteonecrosis of the femoral head (ONFH) is characterized by decreased osteogenesis, angiogenesis, and increased adipogenesis. While bone tissue engineering has been widely investigated to treat ONFH, its therapeutic effects remain unsatisfactory. Therefore, further studies are required to determine optimal osteogenesis, angiogenesis and adipogenesis in the necrotic area of the femoral head. In our study, we developed a carboxymethyl chitosan/alginate/bone marrow mesenchymal stem cell/endothelial progenitor cell (CMC/ALG/BMSC/EPC) composite implant, and evaluated its ability to repair steroid-induced ONFH. Our in vitro studies showed that BMSC and EPC coculture displayed enhanced osteogenic and angiogenic differentiation. When compared with single BMSC cultures, adipogenic differentiation in coculture systems was reduced. We also fabricated a three-dimensional (3D) CMC/ALG scaffold for loading cells, using a lyophilization approach, and confirmed its good cell compatibility characteristics, that is, high porosity, low cytotoxicity and favorable cell adhesion. 3D coculture of BMSCs and EPCs also promoted secretion of osteogenic and angiogenic factors. Then, we established an rabbit model of steroid-induced ONFH. The CMC/ALG/BMSC/EPC composite implant was transplanted into the bone tunnel of the rabbit femoral head after core decompression (CD) surgery. Twelve weeks later, radiographical and histological analyses revealed CMC/ALG/BMSC/EPC composite implants had facilitated the repair of steroid-induced ONFH, by promoting osteogenesis and angiogenesis, and reducing adipogenesis when compared with CD, CMC/ALG, CMC/ALG/BMSC and CMC/ALG/EPC groups. Thus, our data show that cotransplantation of BMSCs and EPCs in 3D scaffolds is beneficial in treating steroid-induced ONFH.
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- Haixia Xu
- Department of Spinal Surgery, Orthopedic Medical CenterZhujiang Hospital, Southern Medical UniversityGuangzhouPeople's Republic of China
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- Department of Spinal Surgery, Orthopedic Medical CenterZhujiang Hospital, Southern Medical UniversityGuangzhouPeople's Republic of China
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- Department of Spinal Surgery, Orthopedic Medical CenterZhujiang Hospital, Southern Medical UniversityGuangzhouPeople's Republic of China
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- Department of Spinal Surgery, Orthopedic Medical CenterZhujiang Hospital, Southern Medical UniversityGuangzhouPeople's Republic of China
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- Department of Spinal Surgery, Orthopedic Medical CenterZhujiang Hospital, Southern Medical UniversityGuangzhouPeople's Republic of China
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- Department of Spinal Surgery, Orthopedic Medical CenterZhujiang Hospital, Southern Medical UniversityGuangzhouPeople's Republic of China
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- Department of Spinal Surgery, Orthopedic Medical CenterZhujiang Hospital, Southern Medical UniversityGuangzhouPeople's Republic of China
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- Department of Spinal Surgery, Orthopedic Medical CenterZhujiang Hospital, Southern Medical UniversityGuangzhouPeople's Republic of China
- Department of Histology and EmbryologySouthern Medical UniversityGuangzhouPeople's Republic of China
- Key Laboratory of Tissue Construction and Detection of Guangdong ProvinceGuangzhouPeople's Republic of China
- Institute of Bone BiologyAcademy of Orthopaedics, Guangdong ProvinceGuangzhouPeople's Republic of China
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- Department of Spinal Surgery, Orthopedic Medical CenterZhujiang Hospital, Southern Medical UniversityGuangzhouPeople's Republic of China
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Novais A, Chatzopoulou E, Chaussain C, Gorin C. The Potential of FGF-2 in Craniofacial Bone Tissue Engineering: A Review. Cells 2021; 10:cells10040932. [PMID: 33920587 PMCID: PMC8073160 DOI: 10.3390/cells10040932] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/05/2021] [Revised: 04/10/2021] [Accepted: 04/15/2021] [Indexed: 12/21/2022] Open
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Bone is a hard-vascularized tissue, which renews itself continuously to adapt to the mechanical and metabolic demands of the body. The craniofacial area is prone to trauma and pathologies that often result in large bone damage, these leading to both aesthetic and functional complications for patients. The "gold standard" for treating these large defects is autologous bone grafting, which has some drawbacks including the requirement for a second surgical site with quantity of bone limitations, pain and other surgical complications. Indeed, tissue engineering combining a biomaterial with the appropriate cells and molecules of interest would allow a new therapeutic approach to treat large bone defects while avoiding complications associated with a second surgical site. This review first outlines the current knowledge of bone remodeling and the different signaling pathways involved seeking to improve our understanding of the roles of each to be able to stimulate or inhibit them. Secondly, it highlights the interesting characteristics of one growth factor in particular, FGF-2, and its role in bone homeostasis, before then analyzing its potential usefulness in craniofacial bone tissue engineering because of its proliferative, pro-angiogenic and pro-osteogenic effects depending on its spatial-temporal use, dose and mode of administration.
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- Anita Novais
- Pathologies, Imagerie et Biothérapies Orofaciales, Université de Paris, URP2496, 1 rue Maurice Arnoux, 92120 Montrouge, France; (A.N.); (E.C.); (C.C.)
- AP-HP Département d’Odontologie, Services d’odontologie, GH Pitié Salpêtrière, Henri Mondor, Paris Nord, Hôpital Rothschild, Paris, France
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- Pathologies, Imagerie et Biothérapies Orofaciales, Université de Paris, URP2496, 1 rue Maurice Arnoux, 92120 Montrouge, France; (A.N.); (E.C.); (C.C.)
- AP-HP Département d’Odontologie, Services d’odontologie, GH Pitié Salpêtrière, Henri Mondor, Paris Nord, Hôpital Rothschild, Paris, France
- Département de Parodontologie, Université de Paris, UFR Odontologie-Garancière, 75006 Paris, France
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- Pathologies, Imagerie et Biothérapies Orofaciales, Université de Paris, URP2496, 1 rue Maurice Arnoux, 92120 Montrouge, France; (A.N.); (E.C.); (C.C.)
- AP-HP Département d’Odontologie, Services d’odontologie, GH Pitié Salpêtrière, Henri Mondor, Paris Nord, Hôpital Rothschild, Paris, France
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- Pathologies, Imagerie et Biothérapies Orofaciales, Université de Paris, URP2496, 1 rue Maurice Arnoux, 92120 Montrouge, France; (A.N.); (E.C.); (C.C.)
- AP-HP Département d’Odontologie, Services d’odontologie, GH Pitié Salpêtrière, Henri Mondor, Paris Nord, Hôpital Rothschild, Paris, France
- Correspondence: ; Tel./Fax: +33-(0)1-5807-6724
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Local application reduces number of needed EPC for beneficial effects on wound healing compared to systemic treatment in mice. Eur J Trauma Emerg Surg 2021; 48:1613-1624. [PMID: 33813603 PMCID: PMC9192367 DOI: 10.1007/s00068-021-01621-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/01/2020] [Accepted: 02/09/2021] [Indexed: 01/01/2023]
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Introduction Stem cell transplantation is one of the most promising strategies to improve healing in chronic wounds as systemic administration of endothelial progenitor cells (EPC) enhances healing by promoting neovascularization and homing though a high amount of cells is needed. In the following study, we analysed whether local application can reduce the number of EPC needed achieving the same beneficial effect on wound healing. Material and Methods Wound healing after local or systemic treatment with EPC was monitored in vivo by creating standardized wounds on the dorsum of hairless mice measuring wound closure every second day. Systemic group received 2 × 106 EPC i.v. and locally treated group 2 × 105 EPC, locally injected. As control PBS injection was performed the same way. Expression of CD31, VEGF, CD90 and, SDF-1α was analysed immunohistochemically for evaluation of neovascularisation and amelioration of homing. Results Local (7.1 ± 0.45 SD) as well as systemic (6.1 ± 0.23 SD) EPC transplantation led to a significant acceleration of wound closure compared to controls (PBS local: 9.7 ± 0.5 SD, PBS systemic 10.9 ± 0.38 SD). Systemic application enhanced CD31 expression on day 6 after wounding and local EPC on 6 and 9 in comparison to control. VEGF expression was not significantly affected. Systemic and local EPC treatment resulted in a significantly enhanced SDF-1α and CD90 expression on all days investigated. Conclusion Local as well as systemic EPC treatment enhances wound healing. Moreover, beneficial effects are obtained with a tenfold decrease number of EPC when applied locally. Thus, local EPC treatment might be more convenient way to enhance wound healing as number of progenitor cells is limited.
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Kajiyama S, Nagashima Y, Funatsu T, Suzuki T, Fukaya M, Matsushima Y, Nagano T, Davies JE, Gomi K. Effects of Conditioned Medium from Bone Marrow Cells on Human Umbilical Cord Perivascular Cells. Tissue Eng Part A 2020; 27:382-389. [PMID: 32718226 DOI: 10.1089/ten.tea.2020.0025] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/08/2023] Open
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Mesenchymal cells derived from human umbilical cord tissue are attracting increasing attention as a source for cell therapy. However, for applying the same in tissue engineering, it has been shown that the differentiation capacity of mesenchymal stromal cells (MSCs) is influenced by the tissue from which the cells are harvested. Thus, to explore the possibility of increasing the osteogenic capacity of MSCs derived from the perivascular tissue of the human umbilical cord (human umbilical cord perivascular cells, HUCPVCs), we cultured these cells using conditioned medium (CM) derived from cultures of human bone marrow-derived mesenchymal stromal cells (hBMMSCs). However, hBM-CM contains a wide variety of growth factors, the amounts and ratios of which are considered to vary with the cell culture stage. Thus, we aimed to evaluate the effects of hBM-CM derived from different stages of hBMMSC culture on the osteogenic capacity of HUCPVCs. The stages of hBMMSC culture were defined as follows: Stage 1 (mitogenic stage) represented the period from the start of hBMMSC culture to 70% cell confluence; Stage 2 (confluent stage) represented the period from 70% confluence to the initiation of calcified nodule formation; and Stage 3 (calcification stage) represented the period following the initiation of calcified nodule formation. An analysis of growth factors contained in the CM obtained at each stage by enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay showed that insulin-like growth factor 1 (IGF-1) was significantly elevated at Stage 2, whereas vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) was significantly elevated at Stage 3. HUCPVCs were cultured using the CM from each of the stages for 1, 2, or 3 weeks. RUNX2 expression was the most upregulated at week 1 and then downregulated in all the groups. The expression of collagen 1 was significantly elevated in Stage 2 HUCs at week 3. Alkaline phosphatase (ALP) activity, ALP, and alizarin staining were higher in Stage 2 HUCs and Stage 3 HUCs. The calcium content was the highest in Stage 2 HUCs. The calcium content of HUCPVC obtained by the method used in this study was six times higher than that reported in the previous study. Collectively, our results show that the CM obtained at Stage 2 was most effective in driving the osteogenic differentiation of HUCPVCs. Impact Statement Mesenchymal stromal cells (MSCs) derived from the perivascular tissue of umbilical cords are promising candidates for regenerative medicine. Because these are able to be differentiated into bone cells, cartilage cells, and adipocytes. The number of MSCs in perivascular tissue (HUCPVCs) is ∼1/300 but the number of HUCPVCs that differentiates into osteogenic cells is quite low. In order to promote osteogenic differentiation of HUCPVCs, we cultured HUCPVCs using conditioned medium collected from human bone marrow-derived mesenchymal stromal cells. Our study suggests that the use of conditioned medium can be effective on inducing osteogenic differentiation of HUCPVCs.
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- Sohtaro Kajiyama
- Department of Periodontology, School of Dental Medicine, Tsurumi University, Yokohama, Japan
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- Department of Periodontology, School of Dental Medicine, Tsurumi University, Yokohama, Japan
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- Department of Periodontology, School of Dental Medicine, Tsurumi University, Yokohama, Japan
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- Department of Periodontology, School of Dental Medicine, Tsurumi University, Yokohama, Japan
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- Department of Periodontology, School of Dental Medicine, Tsurumi University, Yokohama, Japan
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- Department of Periodontology, School of Dental Medicine, Tsurumi University, Yokohama, Japan
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- Department of Periodontology, School of Dental Medicine, Tsurumi University, Yokohama, Japan
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- Institute of Biomaterials and Biomedical Engineering, University of Toronto, Toronto, Canada
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- Department of Periodontology, School of Dental Medicine, Tsurumi University, Yokohama, Japan
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Impact of scaffold granule size use in Masquelet technique on periosteal reaction: a study in rat femur critical size bone defect model. Eur J Trauma Emerg Surg 2020; 48:679-687. [PMID: 33025170 PMCID: PMC8825401 DOI: 10.1007/s00068-020-01516-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/02/2020] [Accepted: 09/25/2020] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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Purpose The Masquelet technique for the treatment of large bone defects is a two-stage procedure based on an induced membrane. Compared to mature periosteum, the induced membrane differs significantly. However, both play a crucial role in bone regeneration. As part of a histological and radiological post-evaluation of an earlier project, we analyzed the influence of the granule size of the bone void filler Herafill® on development of periosteum regrowth in a critical size defect. Methods We compared three different sizes of Herafill® granules (Heraeus Medical GmbH, Wehrheim) in vivo in a rat femoral critical size defect (10 mm) treated with the induced membrane technique. After 8 weeks healing time, femurs were harvested and taken for histological and radiological analysis. Results A significantly increased regrowth of periosteum into the defect was found when small granules were used. Large granules showed significantly increased occurrence of bone capping. Small granules lead to significant increase in callus formation in the vicinity to the membrane. Conclusion The size of Herafill® granules has significant impact on the development of periosteal-like structures around the defect using Masquelet’s induced membrane technique. Small granules show significantly increased regrowth of periosteum and improved bone formation adjacent to the induced membrane.
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Menger MM, Laschke MW, Orth M, Pohlemann T, Menger MD, Histing T. Vascularization Strategies in the Prevention of Nonunion Formation. TISSUE ENGINEERING PART B-REVIEWS 2020; 27:107-132. [PMID: 32635857 DOI: 10.1089/ten.teb.2020.0111] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
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Delayed healing and nonunion formation are major challenges in orthopedic surgery, which require the development of novel treatment strategies. Vascularization is considered one of the major prerequisites for successful bone healing, providing an adequate nutrient supply and allowing the infiltration of progenitor cells to the fracture site. Hence, during the last decade, a considerable number of studies have focused on the evaluation of vascularization strategies to prevent or to treat nonunion formation. These involve (1) biophysical applications, (2) systemic pharmacological interventions, and (3) tissue engineering, including sophisticated scaffold materials, local growth factor delivery systems, cell-based techniques, and surgical vascularization approaches. Accumulating evidence indicates that in nonunions, these strategies are indeed capable of improving the process of bone healing. The major challenge for the future will now be the translation of these strategies into clinical practice to make them accessible for the majority of patients. If this succeeds, these vascularization strategies may markedly reduce the incidence of nonunion formation. Impact statement Delayed healing and nonunion formation are a major clinical problem in orthopedic surgery. This review provides an overview of vascularization strategies for the prevention and treatment of nonunions. The successful translation of these strategies in clinical practice is of major importance to achieve adequate bone healing.
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- Maximilian M Menger
- Department of Trauma, Hand and Reconstructive Surgery, Saarland University, Homburg, Germany
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- Institute for Clinical & Experimental Surgery, Saarland University, Homburg, Germany
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- Department of Trauma, Hand and Reconstructive Surgery, Saarland University, Homburg, Germany
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- Department of Trauma, Hand and Reconstructive Surgery, Saarland University, Homburg, Germany
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- Institute for Clinical & Experimental Surgery, Saarland University, Homburg, Germany
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- Department of Trauma, Hand and Reconstructive Surgery, Saarland University, Homburg, Germany
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Lyu H, Xiao Y, Guo Q, Huang Y, Luo X. The Role of Bone-Derived Exosomes in Regulating Skeletal Metabolism and Extraosseous Diseases. Front Cell Dev Biol 2020; 8:89. [PMID: 32258024 PMCID: PMC7090164 DOI: 10.3389/fcell.2020.00089] [Citation(s) in RCA: 29] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/11/2020] [Accepted: 02/04/2020] [Indexed: 12/13/2022] Open
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Bone-derived exosomes are naturally existing nano-sized extracellular vesicles secreted by various cells, such as bone marrow stromal cells, osteoclasts, osteoblasts, and osteocytes, containing multifarious proteins, lipids, and nucleic acids. Accumulating evidence indicates that bone-derived exosomes are involved in the regulation of skeletal metabolism and extraosseous diseases through modulating intercellular communication and the transfer of materials. Following the development of research, we found that exosomes can be considered as a potential candidate as a drug delivery carrier thanks to its ability to transport molecules into targeted cells with high stability, safety, and efficiency. This review aims to discuss the emerging role of bone-derived exosomes in skeletal metabolism and extraosseous diseases as well as their potential role as candidate biomarkers or for developing new therapeutic strategies.
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- Huili Lyu
- Endocrinology Research Center, Department of Endocrinology, Xiangya Hospital of Central South University, Changsha, China
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- Endocrinology Research Center, Department of Endocrinology, Xiangya Hospital of Central South University, Changsha, China
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- Endocrinology Research Center, Department of Endocrinology, Xiangya Hospital of Central South University, Changsha, China
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- Endocrinology Research Center, Department of Endocrinology, Xiangya Hospital of Central South University, Changsha, China
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- Endocrinology Research Center, Department of Endocrinology, Xiangya Hospital of Central South University, Changsha, China
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Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine in Craniofacial Reconstruction and Facial Aesthetics. J Craniofac Surg 2020; 31:15-27. [PMID: 31369496 DOI: 10.1097/scs.0000000000005840] [Citation(s) in RCA: 34] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/15/2022] Open
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The craniofacial region is anatomically complex and is of critical functional and cosmetic importance, making reconstruction challenging. The limitations of current surgical options highlight the importance of developing new strategies to restore the form, function, and esthetics of missing or damaged soft tissue and skeletal tissue in the face and cranium. Regenerative medicine (RM) is an expanding field which combines the principles of tissue engineering (TE) and self-healing in the regeneration of cells, tissues, and organs, to restore their impaired function. RM offers many advantages over current treatments as tissue can be engineered for specific defects, using an unlimited supply of bioengineered resources, and does not require immunosuppression. In the craniofacial region, TE and RM are being increasingly used in preclinical and clinical studies to reconstruct bone, cartilage, soft tissue, nerves, and blood vessels. This review outlines the current progress that has been made toward the engineering of these tissues for craniofacial reconstruction and facial esthetics.
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Verboket RD, Anbar B, Söhling N, Kontradowitz K, Marzi I, Ghanaati S, Henrich D. Changes in platelet-rich fibrin composition after trauma and surgical intervention. Platelets 2020; 31:1069-1079. [DOI: 10.1080/09537104.2020.1714575] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/02/2023]
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- René D. Verboket
- Department of Trauma-, Hand- and Reconstructive Surgery, University Hospital Frankfurt, Johann Wolfgang Goethe University, Frankfurt am Main, Germany
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- Department of Trauma-, Hand- and Reconstructive Surgery, University Hospital Frankfurt, Johann Wolfgang Goethe University, Frankfurt am Main, Germany
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- Department of Trauma-, Hand- and Reconstructive Surgery, University Hospital Frankfurt, Johann Wolfgang Goethe University, Frankfurt am Main, Germany
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- Department of Trauma-, Hand- and Reconstructive Surgery, University Hospital Frankfurt, Johann Wolfgang Goethe University, Frankfurt am Main, Germany
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- Department of Trauma-, Hand- and Reconstructive Surgery, University Hospital Frankfurt, Johann Wolfgang Goethe University, Frankfurt am Main, Germany
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- Clinic for Maxillofacial and Plastic Surgery, FORM, Frankfurt Oral Regenerative Medicine, Johann Wolfgang Goethe University, Frankfurt am Main, Germany
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- Department of Trauma-, Hand- and Reconstructive Surgery, University Hospital Frankfurt, Johann Wolfgang Goethe University, Frankfurt am Main, Germany
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Xing F, Duan X, Liu M, Chen J, Long C, Chen R, Sun J, Wu S, Chen L, Xiang Z. [Construction and preliminary study on biological characteristics of composite cell sheets of mesenchymal stem cells and endothelial progenitor cells derived from peripheral blood]. ZHONGGUO XIU FU CHONG JIAN WAI KE ZA ZHI = ZHONGGUO XIUFU CHONGJIAN WAIKE ZAZHI = CHINESE JOURNAL OF REPARATIVE AND RECONSTRUCTIVE SURGERY 2020; 34:109-115. [PMID: 31939245 DOI: 10.7507/1002-1892.201901087] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/05/2023]
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Objective To separate peripheral blood mesenchymal stem cells (PBMSC) and peripheral blood endothelial progenitor cells (PBEPC) from peripheral blood, and investigate the biological characteristics of composite cell sheets of PBMSC and PBEPC. Methods The peripheral blood of healthy adult New Zealand white rabbits was extracted and PBMSC and PBEPC were separated by density gradient centrifugation. Morphological observation and identification of PBMSC and PBEPC were performed. The 3rd generation of PBMSC and PBEPC were used to construct a composite cell sheet at a ratio of 1∶1, and the 3rd generation of PBMSC was used to construct a single cell sheet as control. The distributions of cells in two kinds of cell sheets were observed by HE staining. In addition, the expression of alkaline phosphatase (ALP), osteocalcin (OCN), and vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) in the supernatants of cell sheets were observed by ELISA at 1, 5, and 10 days after osteogenic induction. Results The morphology of PBMSC was spindle-shaped or polygonal, and PBMSC had good abilities of osteogenic and adipogenic differentiation. The morphology of PBEPC was paved stone-like, and the tube-forming test of PBEPC was positive. Two kinds of cell sheets were white translucent. The results of HE staining showed that the composite cell sheet had more cell layers and higher cell density than the single cell sheet. The expressions of ALP, OCN, and VEGF in the supernatant of the two groups of cell sheets increased with the time of induction. The expression of OCN in the group of composite cell sheet was significantly higher than that in the group of single cell sheet on the 5th and 10th day, ALP on the 10th day was significantly higher than that in the group of single cell sheet, VEGF expression on the 1st, 5th, and 10th day was significantly higher than that in the group of single cell sheet, all showing significant differences ( P<0.05), and there was no significant difference between the two groups at other time points ( P>0.05). Conclusion PBMSC have stable differentiation ability, and they have good application prospects because of their minimally invasive access. Composite cell membranes constructed by co-culture of two kinds of cells and induction of membrane formation provides a new idea and exploration for tissue defect repair.
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- Fei Xing
- Department of Orthopedics, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu Sichuan, 610041, P.R.China
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- Department of Orthopedics, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu Sichuan, 610041, P.R.China
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- Department of Orthopedics, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu Sichuan, 610041, P.R.China
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- Department of Orthopedics, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu Sichuan, 610041, P.R.China
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- Department of Orthopedics, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu Sichuan, 610041, P.R.China
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- Department of Orthopedics, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu Sichuan, 610041, P.R.China
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- Department of Orthopedics, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu Sichuan, 610041, P.R.China
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- Department of Orthopedics, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu Sichuan, 610041, P.R.China
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- Department of Orthopedics, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu Sichuan, 610041, P.R.China
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- Department of Orthopedics, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu Sichuan, 610041,
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Zhao F, Zhou L, Xu Z, Xu L, Xu Z, Ping W, Liu J, Zhou C, Wang M, Jia R. Hypoxia-Preconditioned Adipose-Derived Endothelial Progenitor Cells Promote Bladder Augmentation. Tissue Eng Part A 2020; 26:78-92. [PMID: 31238789 DOI: 10.1089/ten.tea.2019.0045] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/04/2023] Open
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- Feng Zhao
- Department of Urology, Nanjing First Hospital, Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, China
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- Department of Urology, Nanjing First Hospital, Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, China
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- Department of Urology, Nanjing First Hospital, Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, China
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- Department of Urology, Nanjing First Hospital, Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, China
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- Department of Urology, Nanjing First Hospital, Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, China
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- Department of Rheumatology, Zhongda Hospital, Medical School of Southeast University, Nanjing, China
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- Department of Urology, Nanjing First Hospital, Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, China
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- Department of Urology, Nanjing First Hospital, Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, China
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- Department of Urology, Nanjing First Hospital, Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, China
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- Department of Urology, Nanjing First Hospital, Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, China
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Choi SW, Kang J, Wang C, Lee HM, Oh SJ, Pak K, Shin N, Lee IW, Lee J, Kong SK. Human Tonsil-Derived Mesenchymal Stem Cells-Loaded Hydroxyapatite-Chitosan Patch for Mastoid Obliteration. ACS APPLIED BIO MATERIALS 2020; 3:1008-1017. [DOI: 10.1021/acsabm.9b01018] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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- Sung-Won Choi
- Department of Otorhinolaryngology and Pusan National University School of Medicine, Biomedical Research Institute, Pusan National University Hospital, Busan 49241, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology and Pusan National University School of Medicine, Biomedical Research Institute, Pusan National University Hospital, Busan 49241, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Cogno-mechatronics Engineering, Pusan National University, Busan 46241, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology and Biomedical Research Institute, Pusan National University Yangsan Hospital, Yangsan 50612, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology and Pusan National University School of Medicine, Biomedical Research Institute, Pusan National University Hospital, Busan 49241, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Nuclear Medicine and Biomedical Research Institute, Pusan National University Hospital, Busan 49241, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Pathology, Hanmaeum Changwon Hospital, Changwon 51497, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology and Biomedical Research Institute, Pusan National University Yangsan Hospital, Yangsan 50612, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Chemistry, Chungnam National University, Daejeon 34134, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology and Pusan National University School of Medicine, Biomedical Research Institute, Pusan National University Hospital, Busan 49241, Republic of Korea
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Leppik L, Sielatycka K, Henrich D, Han Z, Wang H, Eischen-Loges MJ, Oliveira KMC, Bhavsar MB, Ratajczak MZ, Barker JH. Role of Adult Tissue-Derived Pluripotent Stem Cells in Bone Regeneration. Stem Cell Rev Rep 2019; 16:198-211. [PMID: 31828580 PMCID: PMC6987071 DOI: 10.1007/s12015-019-09943-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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Background Bone marrow-derived mononuclear cells (BM-MNC) consist of a heterogeneous mix of mesenchymal stem cells (MSC), hematopoietic progenitor cells (HPC), endothelial progenitor cells (EPC), monocytes, lymphocytes and pluripotent stem cells. Whereas the importance of MSC and EPC has been well documented in bone healing and regeneration studies, the role of pluripotent stem cells is still poorly understood. In the present study we evaluated if and how Very Small Embryonic Like cells (VSEL), isolated from rat BM-MNC, contribute to bone healing. Methods Large bone defects were made in the femurs of 38 Sprague Dawley female rats and treated with β-TCP scaffold granules seeded with male VSEL; BM-MNC, VSEL-depleted BM-MNC or scaffold alone, and bone healing was evaluated at 8 weeks post-surgery. Results Bone healing was significantly increased in defects treated with VSEL and BM-MNC, compared to defects treated with VSEL-depleted BM-MNC. Donor cells were detected in new bone tissue, in all the defects treated with cells, and in fibrous tissue only in defects treated with VSEL-depleted BM-MNC. The number of CD68+ cells was the highest in the VSEL-depleted group, whereas the number of TRAP positive cells was the lowest in this group. Conclusions Based on the results, we can conclude that VSEL play a role in BM-MNC induced bone formation. In our rat femur defect model, in defects treated with VSEL-depleted BM-MNC, osteoclastogenesis and bone formation were decreased, and foreign body reaction was increased.
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- Liudmila Leppik
- Frankfurt Initiative for Regenerative Medicine, Experimental Orthopedics & Trauma Surgery, J.W. Goethe University, Frankfurt am Main, Germany.
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- Institute of Biology, Faculty of Exact and Natural Science, University of Szczecin, Szczecin, Poland
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- Department of Trauma, Hand & Reconstructive Surgery, J.W. Goethe University, Frankfurt/Main, Germany
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- Frankfurt Initiative for Regenerative Medicine, Experimental Orthopedics & Trauma Surgery, J.W. Goethe University, Frankfurt am Main, Germany
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- Frankfurt Initiative for Regenerative Medicine, Experimental Orthopedics & Trauma Surgery, J.W. Goethe University, Frankfurt am Main, Germany
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- Frankfurt Initiative for Regenerative Medicine, Experimental Orthopedics & Trauma Surgery, J.W. Goethe University, Frankfurt am Main, Germany
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- Frankfurt Initiative for Regenerative Medicine, Experimental Orthopedics & Trauma Surgery, J.W. Goethe University, Frankfurt am Main, Germany
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- Frankfurt Initiative for Regenerative Medicine, Experimental Orthopedics & Trauma Surgery, J.W. Goethe University, Frankfurt am Main, Germany
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- Stem Cell Institute at the James Graham Brown Cancer Center, University of Louisville, Louisville, KY, USA
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- Frankfurt Initiative for Regenerative Medicine, Experimental Orthopedics & Trauma Surgery, J.W. Goethe University, Frankfurt am Main, Germany
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Tamari T, Elimelech R, Cohen G, Cohen T, Doppelt O, Eskander-Hashoul L, Zigdon-Giladi H. Endothelial Progenitor Cells inhibit jaw osteonecrosis in a rat model: A major adverse effect of bisphosphonate therapy. Sci Rep 2019; 9:18896. [PMID: 31827217 PMCID: PMC6906486 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-019-55383-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/19/2019] [Accepted: 11/22/2019] [Indexed: 01/27/2023] Open
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Medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw (MRONJ) is a serious adverse effect of antiresorptive and antiangiogenic therapies. MRONJ is identified by chronic wounds in the oral mucosa associated with exposed necrotic bone. We hypothesized that zoledronic acid (ZOL) impairs keratinocyte and fibroblast function and reduces soft tissue vascularization; therefore, treating MRONJ with proangiogenic cells may benefit MRONJ patients. The effect of ZOL and dexamethasone (DEX) on gingival fibroblasts and keratinocytes was investigated. In-vitro, ZOL inhibited fibroblast and keratinocyte proliferation, delaying scratch healing. In-vivo, exposed bone was detected at tooth extraction sites, mainly in ZOL(+)/DEX(+) rats; and was associated with significantly decreased soft tissue vascularization, serum-VEGF, and tissue-VEGF. Local injection of early and late endothelial progenitor cells (EPCs) healed 13 of 14 MRONJ lesions compared with 2/7 lesions in the mesenchymal stem cells, and 2/6, in culture-medium group. The EPCs reduced necrotic bone area, increased serum and tissue VEGF levels. EPCs engraftment was minimal, suggesting their paracrine role in MRONJ healing. The EPC-conditioned medium improved scratch healing of keratinocytes and fibroblasts via VEGF pathway and elevated mRNA of VEGFA and collagen1A1. In conclusion, a novel MRONJ treatment with EPCs, increased vascularization and improved epithelial and fibroblast functions as well as cured the lesion.
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- Tal Tamari
- Laboratory for Bone Repair, Rambam Health Care Campus, Haifa, Israel
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- Department of Periodontology, School of Graduate Dentistry, Rambam Health Care Campus, Haifa, Israel.,Laboratory for Bone Repair, Rambam Health Care Campus, Haifa, Israel
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- Laboratory for Bone Repair, Rambam Health Care Campus, Haifa, Israel
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- The Ruth and Bruce Rappaport Faculty of Medicine, Technion - Israel Institute of Technology, Haifa, Israel
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- The Ruth and Bruce Rappaport Faculty of Medicine, Technion - Israel Institute of Technology, Haifa, Israel
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- Department of Periodontology, School of Graduate Dentistry, Rambam Health Care Campus, Haifa, Israel.,Laboratory for Bone Repair, Rambam Health Care Campus, Haifa, Israel
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- Department of Periodontology, School of Graduate Dentistry, Rambam Health Care Campus, Haifa, Israel. .,Laboratory for Bone Repair, Rambam Health Care Campus, Haifa, Israel. .,The Ruth and Bruce Rappaport Faculty of Medicine, Technion - Israel Institute of Technology, Haifa, Israel.
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Leiblein M, Koch E, Winkenbach A, Schaible A, Nau C, Büchner H, Schröder K, Marzi I, Henrich D. Size matters: Effect of granule size of the bone graft substitute (Herafill®) on bone healing using Masquelet's induced membrane in a critical size defect model in the rat's femur. J Biomed Mater Res B Appl Biomater 2019; 108:1469-1482. [PMID: 31721435 DOI: 10.1002/jbm.b.34495] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/14/2019] [Revised: 08/19/2019] [Accepted: 09/16/2019] [Indexed: 12/21/2022]
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The Masquelet technique for the treatment of large bone defects is a two-stage procedure based on an induced membrane. The size of a scaffold is reported to be a critical factor for bone healing response. We therefore aimed to investigate the influence of the granule size of a bone graft substitute on bone marrow derived mononuclear cells (BMC) supported bone healing in combination with the induced membrane. We compared three different sizes of Herafill® granules (Heraeus Medical GmbH, Wehrheim) with or without BMC in vivo in a rat femoral critical size defect. A 10 mm defect was made in 126 rats and a membrane induced by a PMMA-spacer. After 3 weeks, the spacer was taken out and membrane filled with different granule sizes. After 8 weeks femurs were taken for radiological, biomechanical, histological, and immunohistochemical analysis. Further, whole blood of the rat was incubated with granules and expression of 29 peptide mediators was assessed. Smallest granules showed significantly improved bone healing compared to larger granules, which however did not lead to an increased biomechanical stability in the defect zone. Small granules lead to an increased accumulation of macrophages in situ which could be assigned to the inflammatory subtype M1 by majority. Increased release of chemotactic respectively proangiogenic active factors in vitro compared to syngenic bone and beta-TCP was observed. Granule size of the bone graft substitute Herafill® has significant impact on bone healing of a critical size defect in combination with Masquelet's technique in terms of bone formation and inflammatory potential.
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- Maximilian Leiblein
- Klinik für Unfall-, Hand- und Wiederherstellungschirurgie, Klinikum der Johann Wolfgang Goethe-Universität, Frankfurt am Main, Germany
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- Klinik für Unfall-, Hand- und Wiederherstellungschirurgie, Klinikum der Johann Wolfgang Goethe-Universität, Frankfurt am Main, Germany
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- Klinik für Unfall-, Hand- und Wiederherstellungschirurgie, Klinikum der Johann Wolfgang Goethe-Universität, Frankfurt am Main, Germany
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- Klinik für Unfall-, Hand- und Wiederherstellungschirurgie, Klinikum der Johann Wolfgang Goethe-Universität, Frankfurt am Main, Germany
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- Klinik für Unfall-, Hand- und Wiederherstellungschirurgie, Klinikum der Johann Wolfgang Goethe-Universität, Frankfurt am Main, Germany
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- Vascular Research Center, University of Frankfurt, Frankfurt am Main, Germany
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- Klinik für Unfall-, Hand- und Wiederherstellungschirurgie, Klinikum der Johann Wolfgang Goethe-Universität, Frankfurt am Main, Germany
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- Klinik für Unfall-, Hand- und Wiederherstellungschirurgie, Klinikum der Johann Wolfgang Goethe-Universität, Frankfurt am Main, Germany
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Hydrogen Sulfide in Bone Tissue Regeneration and Repair: State of the Art and New Perspectives. Int J Mol Sci 2019; 20:ijms20205231. [PMID: 31652532 PMCID: PMC6834365 DOI: 10.3390/ijms20205231] [Citation(s) in RCA: 26] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/10/2019] [Revised: 10/17/2019] [Accepted: 10/18/2019] [Indexed: 12/12/2022] Open
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The importance of hydrogen sulfide (H2S) in the regulation of multiple physiological functions has been clearly recognized in the over 20 years since it was first identified as a novel gasotransmitter. In bone tissue H2S exerts a cytoprotective effect and promotes bone formation. Just recently, the scientific community has begun to appreciate its role as a therapeutic agent in bone pathologies. Pharmacological administration of H2S achieved encouraging results in preclinical studies in the treatment of systemic bone diseases, such as osteoporosis; however, a local delivery of H2S at sites of bone damage may provide additional opportunities of treatment. Here, we highlight how H2S stimulates multiple signaling pathways involved in various stages of the processes of bone repair. Moreover, we discuss how material science and chemistry have recently developed biomaterials and H2S-donors with improved features, laying the ground for the development of H2S-releasing devices for bone regenerative medicine. This review is intended to give a state-of-the-art description of the pro-regenerative properties of H2S, with a focus on bone tissue, and to discuss the potential of H2S-releasing scaffolds as a support for bone repair.
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Hudetz D, Borić I, Rod E, Jeleč Ž, Kunovac B, Polašek O, Vrdoljak T, Plečko M, Skelin A, Polančec D, Zenić L, Primorac D. Early results of intra-articular micro-fragmented lipoaspirate treatment in patients with late stages knee osteoarthritis: a prospective study. Croat Med J 2019. [PMID: 31187950 PMCID: PMC6563172 DOI: 10.3325/cmj.2019.60.227] [Citation(s) in RCA: 46] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/18/2022] Open
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Aim To analyze clinical and functional effects of intra-articular injection of autologous micro-fragmented lipoaspirate (MLA) in patients with late stage knee osteoarthritis (KOA). Secondary aims included classifying cell types contributing to the treatment effect, performing detailed MRI-based classification of KOA, and elucidating the predictors for functional outcomes. Methods This prospective, non-randomized study was conducted from June 2016 to February 2018 and enrolled 20 patients with late stage symptomatic KOA (Kellgren Lawrence grade III, n = 4; and IV, n = 16) who received an intra-articular injection of autologous MLA in the index knee joint. At baseline radiological KOA grade and MRI were assessed in order to classify the morphology of KOA changes. Stromal vascular fraction cells obtained from MLA samples were stained with antibodies specific for cell surface markers. Patients were evaluated at baseline and 12-months after treatment with visual analog scale (VAS), Western Ontario and McMaster Universities Osteoarthritis Index (WOMAC), and Knee Injury and Osteoarthritis Outcome Score (KOOS). Results Three patients (15%) received a total knee replacement and were not followed up completely. Seventeen patients (85%) showed a substantial pattern of KOOS and WOMAC improvement, significant in all accounts. KOOS score improved from 46 to 176% when compared with baseline, WOMAC decreased from 40 to 45%, while VAS rating decreased from 54% to 82% (all P values were <0.001). MLA contained endothelial progenitor cells, pericytes, and supra-adventitial adipose stromal cells as most abundant cell phenotypes. Conclusion This study is among the first to show a positive effect of MLA on patients with late stages KOA. ISRCTN registration ID: ISRCTN13337022.
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- Damir Hudetz
- Damir Hudetz, St Catherine Specialty Hospital, Bracak 8, 49210 Zabok, Croatia,
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Bone allografts combined with adipose-derived stem cells in an optimized cell/volume ratio showed enhanced osteogenesis and angiogenesis in a murine femur defect model. J Mol Med (Berl) 2019; 97:1439-1450. [PMID: 31367858 DOI: 10.1007/s00109-019-01822-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/27/2018] [Revised: 07/02/2019] [Accepted: 07/23/2019] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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Critical sized defects, especially in long bones, pose one of the biggest problems in orthopedic surgery. By definition, these defects do not heal without further treatment. Different therapeutic options range from autologous bone grafts, for example, free vascularized bone grafts, to commercially available bone allografts. Disadvantages of these bone allografts are related to reduced osteogenesis, since they are solely composed of cell-free bone matrix. The purpose of this study was to investigate the cell seeding efficiency of human adipose-derived stem cells (hASCs) on human bone allografts in vitro and furthermore analyze these optimized seeded allografts in a critical sized defect model in vivo. Cancellous human bone allografts were colonized with human ASCs in vitro. Cell seeding efficiency was evaluated by Cell Counting Kit-8 assay. Thereafter, optimized hASC-seeded bone scaffolds were examined in a murine femur defect model, stabilized with the MouseExFix system. Subsequently, x-ray analysis and histology were performed. Examination of cell seeding efficiency revealed an optimum starting population of 84,600 cells per 100 mm3 scaffold. In addition, scaffolds seeded with hASCs showed increased osteogenesis compared with controls. Histological analysis revealed increased remodeling and elevated new bone formation within hASC-seeded scaffolds. Moreover, immunohistochemical stainings revealed increased proliferation, osteogenesis, and angiogenesis. In this study, we systemically optimized cell/volume ratio of two promising components of tissue engineering: hASCs and human bone allografts. These findings may serve as a basis for future translational studies. KEY MESSAGES: Bone tissue engineering. Mesenchymal stem cells derived from human adipose tissue (hASCs). Optimal cell/volume ratio of cell-seeded scaffolds. Increased osteogenesis and angiogenesis in vivo.
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Immunophenotyping of a Stromal Vascular Fraction from Microfragmented Lipoaspirate Used in Osteoarthritis Cartilage Treatment and Its Lipoaspirate Counterpart. Genes (Basel) 2019; 10:genes10060474. [PMID: 31234442 PMCID: PMC6627838 DOI: 10.3390/genes10060474] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/30/2019] [Revised: 06/18/2019] [Accepted: 06/18/2019] [Indexed: 12/14/2022] Open
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Osteoarthritis (OA) is a degenerative joint disease accompanied by pain and loss of function. Adipose tissue harbors mesenchymal stem/stromal cells (MSC), or medicinal signaling cells as suggested by Caplan (Caplan, 2017), used in autologous transplantation in many clinical settings. The aim of the study was to characterize a stromal vascular fraction from microfragmented lipoaspirate (SVF-MLA) applied for cartilage treatment in OA and compare it to that of autologous lipoaspirate (SVF-LA). Samples were first stained using a DuraClone SC prototype tube for the surface detection of CD31, CD34, CD45, CD73, CD90, CD105, CD146 and LIVE/DEAD Yellow Fixable Stain for dead cell detection, followed by DRAQ7 cell nuclear dye staining, and analyzed by flow cytometry. In SVF-LA and SVF-MLA samples, the following population phenotypes were identified within the CD45− fraction: CD31+CD34+CD73±CD90±CD105±CD146± endothelial progenitors (EP), CD31+CD34−CD73±CD90±CD105−CD146± mature endothelial cells, CD31−CD34−CD73±CD90+CD105−CD146+ pericytes, CD31−CD34+CD73±CD90+CD105−CD146+ transitional pericytes, and CD31−CD34+CD73highCD90+CD105−CD146− supra-adventitial-adipose stromal cells (SA-ASC). The immunophenotyping profile of SVF-MLA was dominated by a reduction of leukocytes and SA-ASC, and an increase in EP, evidencing a marked enrichment of this cell population in the course of adipose tissue microfragmentation. The role of EP in pericyte-primed MSC-mediated tissue healing, as well as the observed hormonal implication, is yet to be investigated.
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The Emerging Role of Mesenchymal Stem Cells in Vascular Calcification. Stem Cells Int 2019; 2019:2875189. [PMID: 31065272 PMCID: PMC6466855 DOI: 10.1155/2019/2875189] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/16/2018] [Revised: 01/12/2019] [Accepted: 02/11/2019] [Indexed: 12/20/2022] Open
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Vascular calcification (VC), characterized by hydroxyapatite crystal depositing in the vessel wall, is a common pathological condition shared by many chronic diseases and an independent risk factor for cardiovascular events. Recently, VC is regarded as an active, dynamic cell-mediated process, during which calcifying cell transition is critical. Mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs), with a multidirectional differentiation ability and great potential for clinical application, play a duplex role in the VC process. MSCs facilitate VC mainly through osteogenic transformation and apoptosis. Meanwhile, several studies have reported the protective role of MSCs. Anti-inflammation, blockade of the BMP2 signal, downregulation of the Wnt signal, and antiapoptosis through paracrine signaling are possible mechanisms. This review displays the evidence both on the facilitating role and on the protective role of MSCs, then discusses the key factors determining this divergence.
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Školoudík L, Chrobok V, Kočí Z, Popelář J, Syka J, Laco J, Filipová A, Syková E, Filip S. The Transplantation of hBM-MSCs Increases Bone Neo-Formation and Preserves Hearing Function in the Treatment of Temporal Bone Defects - on the Experience of Two Month Follow Up. Stem Cell Rev Rep 2019; 14:860-870. [PMID: 29860618 DOI: 10.1007/s12015-018-9831-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/02/2023]
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Temporal bone reconstruction is a persisting problem following middle ear cholesteatoma surgery. Seeking to advance the clinical transfer of stem cell therapy we attempted the reconstruction of temporal bone using a composite bioartificial graft based on a hydroxyapatite bone scaffold combined with human bone marrow-derived mesenchymal stromal cells (hBM-MSCs). The aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of the combined biomaterial on the healing of postoperative temporal bone defects and the preservation of physiological hearing functions in a guinea pig model. The treatment's effect could be observed at 1 and 2 months after implantation of the biomaterial, as opposed to the control group. The clinical evaluation of our results included animal survival, clinical signs of an inflammatory response, and exploration of the tympanic bulla. Osteogenesis, angiogenesis, and inflammation were evaluated by histopathological analyses, whereas hBM-MSCs survival was evaluated by immunofluorescence assays. Hearing capacity was evaluated by objective audiometric methods, i.e. auditory brainstem responses and otoacoustic emission. Our study shows that hBM-MSCs, in combination with hydroxyapatite scaffolds, improves the repair of bone defects providing a safe and effective alternative in their treatment following middle ear surgery due to cholesteatoma.
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- Lukáš Školoudík
- Department of Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery, University Hospital, Hradec Králové, Czech Republic
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery, University Hospital, Hradec Králové, Czech Republic
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- Department of Biomaterials and Biophysical Methods, Institute of Experimental Medicine, Czech Academy of Sciences, Prague, Czech Republic
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- Department of Auditory Neuroscience, Institute of Experimental Medicine, Czech Academy of Sciences, Prague, Czech Republic
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- Department of Auditory Neuroscience, Institute of Experimental Medicine, Czech Academy of Sciences, Prague, Czech Republic
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- The Fingerland Department of Pathology, University Hospital, Hradec Králové, Czech Republic
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- Department of Radiobiology, University of Defence Brno, Faculty of Military Health Sciences , Hradec Králové, Czech Republic
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- Institute of Neuroimmunology, Slovak Academy of Science, Bratislava, Slovak Republic
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- Department of Oncology and Radiotherapy, Charles University, Faculty of Medicine, Hradec Králové, Czech Republic.
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Janko M, Dietz K, Rachor J, Sahm J, Schroder K, Schaible A, Nau C, Seebach C, Marzi I, Henrich D. Improvement of Bone Healing by Neutralization of microRNA-335-5p, but not by Neutralization of microRNA-92A in Bone Marrow Mononuclear Cells Transplanted into a Large Femur Defect of the Rat. Tissue Eng Part A 2019; 25:55-68. [DOI: 10.1089/ten.tea.2017.0479] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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- Maren Janko
- Department of Trauma-, Hand- and Reconstructive Surgery, University Hospital Frankfurt, Frankfurt, Germany
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- Department of Trauma-, Hand- and Reconstructive Surgery, University Hospital Frankfurt, Frankfurt, Germany
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- Department of Trauma-, Hand- and Reconstructive Surgery, University Hospital Frankfurt, Frankfurt, Germany
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- Department of Trauma-, Hand- and Reconstructive Surgery, University Hospital Frankfurt, Frankfurt, Germany
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- Vascular Research Center, University Hospital Frankfurt, Frankfurt, Germany
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- Department of Trauma-, Hand- and Reconstructive Surgery, University Hospital Frankfurt, Frankfurt, Germany
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- Department of Trauma-, Hand- and Reconstructive Surgery, University Hospital Frankfurt, Frankfurt, Germany
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- Department of Trauma-, Hand- and Reconstructive Surgery, University Hospital Frankfurt, Frankfurt, Germany
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- Department of Trauma-, Hand- and Reconstructive Surgery, University Hospital Frankfurt, Frankfurt, Germany
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- Department of Trauma-, Hand- and Reconstructive Surgery, University Hospital Frankfurt, Frankfurt, Germany
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Merryweather-Clarke AT, Cook D, Lara BJ, Hua P, Repapi E, Ashley N, Lim SY, Watt SM. Does osteogenic potential of clonal human bone marrow mesenchymal stem/stromal cells correlate with their vascular supportive ability? Stem Cell Res Ther 2018; 9:351. [PMID: 30567594 PMCID: PMC6300038 DOI: 10.1186/s13287-018-1095-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/21/2018] [Revised: 11/28/2018] [Accepted: 11/30/2018] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Human bone marrow-derived mesenchymal stem/stromal cells (hBM MSCs) have multiple functions, critical for skeletal formation and function. Their functional heterogeneity, however, represents a major challenge for their isolation and in developing potency and release assays to predict their functionality prior to transplantation. Additionally, potency, biomarker profiles and defining mechanisms of action in a particular clinical setting are increasing requirements of Regulatory Agencies for release of hBM MSCs as Advanced Therapy Medicinal Products for cellular therapies. Since the healing of bone fractures depends on the coupling of new blood vessel formation with osteogenesis, we hypothesised that a correlation between the osteogenic and vascular supportive potential of individual hBM MSC-derived CFU-F (colony forming unit-fibroblastoid) clones might exist. METHODS We tested this by assessing the lineage (i.e. adipogenic (A), osteogenic (O) and/or chondrogenic (C)) potential of individual hBM MSC-derived CFU-F clones and determining if their osteogenic (O) potential correlated with their vascular supportive profile in vitro using lineage differentiation assays, endothelial-hBM MSC vascular co-culture assays and transcriptomic (RNAseq) analyses. RESULTS Our results demonstrate that the majority of CFU-F (95%) possessed tri-lineage, bi-lineage or uni-lineage osteogenic capacity, with 64% of the CFU-F exhibiting tri-lineage AOC potential. We found a correlation between the osteogenic and vascular tubule supportive activity of CFU-F clones, with the strength of this association being donor dependent. RNAseq of individual clones defined gene fingerprints relevant to this correlation. CONCLUSIONS This study identified a donor-dependent correlation between osteogenic and vascular supportive potential of hBM MSCs and important gene signatures that support these functions that are relevant to their bone regenerative properties.
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- Alison T. Merryweather-Clarke
- Stem Cell Research, Nuffield Division of Clinical Laboratory Medicine, Radcliffe Department of Medicine, University of Oxford, John Radcliffe Hospital, Oxford, OX3 9BQ UK
- Stem Cell Research, NHS Blood and Transplant, John Radcliffe Hospital, Oxford, OX3 9BQ UK
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- Stem Cell Research, Nuffield Division of Clinical Laboratory Medicine, Radcliffe Department of Medicine, University of Oxford, John Radcliffe Hospital, Oxford, OX3 9BQ UK
- Stem Cell Research, NHS Blood and Transplant, John Radcliffe Hospital, Oxford, OX3 9BQ UK
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- Stem Cell Research, Nuffield Division of Clinical Laboratory Medicine, Radcliffe Department of Medicine, University of Oxford, John Radcliffe Hospital, Oxford, OX3 9BQ UK
- Stem Cell Research, NHS Blood and Transplant, John Radcliffe Hospital, Oxford, OX3 9BQ UK
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- Stem Cell Research, Nuffield Division of Clinical Laboratory Medicine, Radcliffe Department of Medicine, University of Oxford, John Radcliffe Hospital, Oxford, OX3 9BQ UK
- Stem Cell Research, NHS Blood and Transplant, John Radcliffe Hospital, Oxford, OX3 9BQ UK
- Weatherall Institute of Molecular Medicine, Radcliffe Department of Medicine, John Radcliffe Hospital, Oxford, OX3 9BQ UK
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- Weatherall Institute of Molecular Medicine, Radcliffe Department of Medicine, John Radcliffe Hospital, Oxford, OX3 9BQ UK
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- Weatherall Institute of Molecular Medicine, Radcliffe Department of Medicine, John Radcliffe Hospital, Oxford, OX3 9BQ UK
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- Department of Surgery, University of Melbourne, Fitzroy, Victoria 3065 Australia
- O’Brien Institute Department, St. Vincent’s Institute of Medical Research, Fitzroy, Victoria 3065 Australia
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- Stem Cell Research, Nuffield Division of Clinical Laboratory Medicine, Radcliffe Department of Medicine, University of Oxford, John Radcliffe Hospital, Oxford, OX3 9BQ UK
- Stem Cell Research, NHS Blood and Transplant, John Radcliffe Hospital, Oxford, OX3 9BQ UK
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Verboket R, Herrera-Vizcaíno C, Thorwart K, Booms P, Bellen M, Al-Maawi S, Sader R, Marzi I, Henrich D, Ghanaati S. Influence of concentration and preparation of platelet rich fibrin on human bone marrow mononuclear cells (in vitro). Platelets 2018; 30:861-870. [PMID: 30359164 DOI: 10.1080/09537104.2018.1530346] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/28/2022]
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Large bone defects have always been a big challenge. The use of bone marrow mononuclear cells (BMCs) combined with an osteoconductive scaffold has been proved a good alternative for the treatment of large bone defects. Another autologous source for tissue engineering is platelet rich fibrin (PRF). PRF is a blood concentrate system obtained through a one-step centrifugation. The generated 3D matrix of the PRF clot serves as a reservoir of growth factors. Those growth factors might support the regenerative response of BMC, and therefore the effect of PRF, centrifuged with either high medium (208 g) or low (60 g) relative centrifugation force (RCF) on BMCs was evaluated in vitro in the present study. The two PRF matrices obtained were initially characterized and compared to human serum. Significantly increased concentrations of insulin-like growth factor (IGF), soluble intercellular adhesion molecule-1 (sICAM1) and transforming growth factor (TGF)-β were found in PRF compared to human serum whereas VEGF concentration was not significantly altered. A dose-response study revealed no further activation of BMC's metabolic activity, if concentration of both PRF matrices exceeded 10% (v/v). Effect of both PRF preparations [10%] on BMC was analyzed after 2, 7, and 14 days in comparison to human serum [10%]. Metabolic activity of BMC increased significantly in all groups on day 14. Furthermore, gene expression of matrix metalloproteinases (MMP)-2, -7, and -9 was significantly stimulated in BMC cultivated with the respective PRF matrices compared to human serum. Apoptotic activity of BMC incubated with PRF was not altered compared to BMC cultivated with serum. In conclusion, PRF could be used as a growth factor delivery system of autologous or allogeneic source with the capability of stimulating cells such as BMC.
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- René Verboket
- Department of Trauma-, Hand- and Reconstructive Surgery, University Hospital Frankfurt , Frankfurt , Germany
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- Clinic for Maxillofacial and Plastic Surgery, FORM, Frankfurt Oral Regenerative Medicine, Johann Wolfgang Goethe University , Frankfurt Am Main , Germany
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- Department of Trauma-, Hand- and Reconstructive Surgery, University Hospital Frankfurt , Frankfurt , Germany
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- Clinic for Maxillofacial and Plastic Surgery, FORM, Frankfurt Oral Regenerative Medicine, Johann Wolfgang Goethe University , Frankfurt Am Main , Germany
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- Department of Trauma-, Hand- and Reconstructive Surgery, University Hospital Frankfurt , Frankfurt , Germany
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- Clinic for Maxillofacial and Plastic Surgery, FORM, Frankfurt Oral Regenerative Medicine, Johann Wolfgang Goethe University , Frankfurt Am Main , Germany
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- Clinic for Maxillofacial and Plastic Surgery, FORM, Frankfurt Oral Regenerative Medicine, Johann Wolfgang Goethe University , Frankfurt Am Main , Germany
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- Department of Trauma-, Hand- and Reconstructive Surgery, University Hospital Frankfurt , Frankfurt , Germany
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- Department of Trauma-, Hand- and Reconstructive Surgery, University Hospital Frankfurt , Frankfurt , Germany
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- Clinic for Maxillofacial and Plastic Surgery, FORM, Frankfurt Oral Regenerative Medicine, Johann Wolfgang Goethe University , Frankfurt Am Main , Germany
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Nau C, Simon S, Schaible A, Seebach C, Schröder K, Marzi I, Henrich D. Influence of the induced membrane filled with syngeneic bone and regenerative cells on bone healing in a critical size defect model of the rat's femur. Injury 2018; 49:1721-1731. [PMID: 30244700 DOI: 10.1016/j.injury.2018.06.041] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/19/2017] [Revised: 04/29/2018] [Accepted: 06/30/2018] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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INTRODUCTION The induced membrane technique for the treatment of large bone defects consists of a 2-stage procedure. In the first stage, a polymethylmethacrylate (PMMA) cement spacer is inserted into the bony defect of a rat's femur and over a period of 2-4 weeks a membrane forms that encapsulates the defect/spacer. In a second operation the membrane is opened, the PMMA spacer is removed and the resulting cavity is filled with autologous bone. Since little effort has been made to replace the need for autologous bone this study was performed to elucidate the influence of different stem cells and the membrane itself on bone healing in a critical size femur defect model in rats. Especially the question should be addressed whether the use of stem cells seeded on a β-TCP scaffold is equivalent to syngeneic bone as defect filling in combination with the induced membrane technique. MATERIALS AND METHODS A total of 96 male Sprague-Dawley (SD) rats received a 10 mm critical size defect of the femur, which was stabilized by a plate osteosynthesis and filled with PMMA cement. In a second step the spacer was extracted and the defects were filled with syngeneic bone, β-TCP with MSC + EPC or BM-MNC. In order to elucidate the influence of the induced membrane on bone defect healing the induced membrane was removed in half of the operated femurs. The defect area was analysed 8 weeks later for bone formation (osteocalcin staining), bone mineral density (BMD) and bone strength (3-point bending test). RESULTS New bone formation, bone mineral density and bone stiffness increased significantly, if the membrane was kept. The transplantation of biologically active material (syngeneic bone, stem cells on b-TCP) into the bone defect mostly led to a further increase of bone healing. Syngeneic bone had the greatest impact on bone healing however defects treated with stem cells were oftentimes comparable. CONCLUSION For the first time we demonstrated the effect of the induced membrane itself and different stem cells on critical size defect healing. This could be a promising approach to reduce the need for autologous bone transplantation with its' limited availability and donor site morbidity.
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- Christoph Nau
- Department of Trauma, Hand and Reconstructive Surgery, Johann Wolfgang Goethe-University, Frankfurt/Main, Germany.
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- Department of Trauma, Hand and Reconstructive Surgery, Johann Wolfgang Goethe-University, Frankfurt/Main, Germany.
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- Department of Trauma, Hand and Reconstructive Surgery, Johann Wolfgang Goethe-University, Frankfurt/Main, Germany.
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- Department of Trauma, Hand and Reconstructive Surgery, Johann Wolfgang Goethe-University, Frankfurt/Main, Germany.
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- Institute for Cardiovascular Physiology, Goethe-University, Germany.
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- Department of Trauma, Hand and Reconstructive Surgery, Johann Wolfgang Goethe-University, Frankfurt/Main, Germany.
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- Department of Trauma, Hand and Reconstructive Surgery, Johann Wolfgang Goethe-University, Frankfurt/Main, Germany.
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Verboket R, Leiblein M, Seebach C, Nau C, Janko M, Bellen M, Bönig H, Henrich D, Marzi I. Autologous cell-based therapy for treatment of large bone defects: from bench to bedside. Eur J Trauma Emerg Surg 2018; 44:649-665. [PMID: 29352347 PMCID: PMC6182650 DOI: 10.1007/s00068-018-0906-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 46] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/05/2017] [Accepted: 01/08/2018] [Indexed: 02/08/2023]
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OBJECTIVES Reconstruction of long segmental bone defects is demanding for patients and surgeons, and associated with long-term treatment periods and substantial complication rates in addition to high costs. While defects up to 4-5 cm length might be filled up with autologous bone graft, heterologous bone from cadavers, or artificial bone graft substitutes, current options to reconstruct bone defects greater than 5 cm consist of either vascularized free bone transfers, the Masquelet technique or the Ilizarov distraction osteogenesis. Alternatively, autologous cell transplantation is an encouraging treatment option for large bone defects as it eliminates problems such as limited autologous bone availability, allogenic bone immunogenicity, and donor-site morbidity, and might be used for stabilizing loose alloplastic implants. METHODS The authors show different cell therapies without expansion in culture, with ex vivo expansion and cell therapy in local bone defects, bone healing and osteonecrosis. Different kinds of cells and scaffolds investigated in our group as well as in vivo transfer studies and BMC used in clinical phase I and IIa clinical trials of our group are shown. RESULTS Our research history demonstrated the great potential of various stem cell species to support bone defect healing. It was clearly shown that the combination of different cell types is superior to approaches using single cell types. We further demonstrate that it is feasible to translate preclinically developed protocols from in vitro to in vivo experiments and follow positive convincing results into a clinical setting to use autologous stem cells to support bone healing.
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- R. Verboket
- Department of Trauma-, Hand- and Reconstructive Surgery, University Hospital Frankfurt, Frankfurt, Germany
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- Department of Trauma-, Hand- and Reconstructive Surgery, University Hospital Frankfurt, Frankfurt, Germany
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- Department of Trauma-, Hand- and Reconstructive Surgery, University Hospital Frankfurt, Frankfurt, Germany
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- Department of Trauma-, Hand- and Reconstructive Surgery, University Hospital Frankfurt, Frankfurt, Germany
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- Department of Trauma-, Hand- and Reconstructive Surgery, University Hospital Frankfurt, Frankfurt, Germany
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- Department of Trauma-, Hand- and Reconstructive Surgery, University Hospital Frankfurt, Frankfurt, Germany
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- Department of Transfusion Medicine and Immune Hematology, University Hospital Frankfurt and DRK Blood Donor Service Baden-Württemberg-Hessen, Frankfurt, Germany
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- Department of Trauma-, Hand- and Reconstructive Surgery, University Hospital Frankfurt, Frankfurt, Germany
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- Department of Trauma-, Hand- and Reconstructive Surgery, University Hospital Frankfurt, Frankfurt, Germany
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Liu CG, Zeng YT, Kankala RK, Zhang SS, Chen AZ, Wang SB. Characterization and Preliminary Biological Evaluation of 3D-Printed Porous Scaffolds for Engineering Bone Tissues. MATERIALS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2018; 11:E1832. [PMID: 30261642 PMCID: PMC6213437 DOI: 10.3390/ma11101832] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/08/2018] [Revised: 09/22/2018] [Accepted: 09/24/2018] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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Some basic requirements of bone tissue engineering include cells derived from bone tissues, three-dimensional (3D) scaffold materials, and osteogenic factors. In this framework, the critical architecture of the scaffolds plays a crucial role to support and assist the adhesion of the cells, and the subsequent tissue repairs. However, numerous traditional methods suffer from certain drawbacks, such as multi-step preparation, poor reproducibility, high complexity, difficulty in controlling the porous architectures, the shape of the scaffolds, and the existence of solvent residue, which limits their applicability. In this work, we fabricated innovative poly(lactic-co-glycolic acid) (PLGA) porous scaffolds, using 3D-printing technology, to overcome the shortcomings of traditional approaches. In addition, the printing parameters were critically optimized for obtaining scaffolds with normal morphology, appropriate porous architectures, and sufficient mechanical properties, for the accommodation of the bone cells. Various evaluation studies, including the exploration of mechanical properties (compressive strength and yield stress) for different thicknesses, and change of structure (printing angle) and porosity, were performed. Particularly, the degradation rate of the 3D scaffolds, printed in the optimized conditions, in the presence of hydrolytic, as well as enzymatic conditions were investigated. Their assessments were evaluated using the thermal gravimetric analyzer (TGA), differential scanning calorimetry (DSC), and gel permeation chromatography (GPC). These porous scaffolds, with their biocompatibility, biodegradation ability, and mechanical properties, have enabled the embryonic osteoblast precursor cells (MC3T3-E1), to adhere and proliferate in the porous architectures, with increasing time. The generation of highly porous 3D scaffolds, based on 3D printing technology, and their critical evaluation, through various investigations, may undoubtedly provide a reference for further investigations and guide critical optimization of scaffold fabrication, for tissue regeneration.
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- Chen-Guang Liu
- Institute of Biomaterials and Tissue Engineering, Huaqiao University, Xiamen 361021, China.
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- Institute of Biomaterials and Tissue Engineering, Huaqiao University, Xiamen 361021, China.
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- Institute of Biomaterials and Tissue Engineering, Huaqiao University, Xiamen 361021, China.
- Fujian Provincial Key Laboratory of Biochemical Technology (Huaqiao University), Xiamen 361021, China.
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- Institute of Biomaterials and Tissue Engineering, Huaqiao University, Xiamen 361021, China.
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- Institute of Biomaterials and Tissue Engineering, Huaqiao University, Xiamen 361021, China.
- Fujian Provincial Key Laboratory of Biochemical Technology (Huaqiao University), Xiamen 361021, China.
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- Institute of Biomaterials and Tissue Engineering, Huaqiao University, Xiamen 361021, China.
- Fujian Provincial Key Laboratory of Biochemical Technology (Huaqiao University), Xiamen 361021, China.
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Kankala RK, Xu XM, Liu CG, Chen AZ, Wang SB. 3D-Printing of Microfibrous Porous Scaffolds Based on Hybrid Approaches for Bone Tissue Engineering. Polymers (Basel) 2018; 10:E807. [PMID: 30960731 PMCID: PMC6404034 DOI: 10.3390/polym10070807] [Citation(s) in RCA: 49] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/14/2018] [Revised: 07/20/2018] [Accepted: 07/20/2018] [Indexed: 12/23/2022] Open
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In recent times, tremendous progress has been evidenced by the advancements in various methods of generating three-dimensional (3D) porous scaffolds. However, the applicability of most of the traditional approaches intended for generating these biomimetic scaffolds is limited due to poor resolution and strict requirements in choosing materials. In this work, we fabricated 3D porous scaffolds based on the composite inks of gelatin (Gel), nano-hydroxyapatite (n-HA), and poly(lactide-co-glycolide) (PLGA) using an innovative hybrid strategy based on 3D printing and freeze-drying technologies for bone tissue engineering. Initially, the PLGA scaffolds were printed using the 3D printing method, and they were then coated with the Gel/n-HA complex, yielding the Gel/n-HA/PLGA scaffolds. These Gel/n-HA/PLGA scaffolds with exceptional biodegradation, mechanical properties, and biocompatibility have enabled osteoblasts (MC3T3-E1) for their convenient adhesion as a layer and have efficiently promoted their growth, as well as differentiation. We further demonstrated the bone growth by measuring the particular biomarkers that act as key players in the ossification process (i.e., alkaline phosphatase (ALP), osteocalcin (OC), and collagen type-I (COL-I)) and the total proteins of the MC3T3-E1 cells. We anticipate that the convenient generation of highly porous 3D scaffolds based on Gel/n-HA/PLGA fabricated through an innovative combinatorial approach of 3D printing technology and freeze-drying methods may undoubtedly find widespread applications in regenerative medicine.
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- Ranjith Kumar Kankala
- Institute of Biomaterials and Tissue Egineering, Huaqiao University, Xiamen 361021, China.
- Fujian Provincial Key Laboratory of Biochemical Technology (Huaqiao University), Xiamen 361021, China.
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- Institute of Biomaterials and Tissue Egineering, Huaqiao University, Xiamen 361021, China.
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- Institute of Biomaterials and Tissue Egineering, Huaqiao University, Xiamen 361021, China.
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- Institute of Biomaterials and Tissue Egineering, Huaqiao University, Xiamen 361021, China.
- Fujian Provincial Key Laboratory of Biochemical Technology (Huaqiao University), Xiamen 361021, China.
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- Institute of Biomaterials and Tissue Egineering, Huaqiao University, Xiamen 361021, China.
- Fujian Provincial Key Laboratory of Biochemical Technology (Huaqiao University), Xiamen 361021, China.
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Tae JY, Lee H, Lee H, Ko Y, Park JB. Osteogenic potential of cell spheroids composed of varying ratios of gingiva-derived and bone marrow stem cells using concave microwells. Exp Ther Med 2018; 16:2287-2294. [PMID: 30186469 PMCID: PMC6122486 DOI: 10.3892/etm.2018.6462] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/21/2018] [Accepted: 06/08/2018] [Indexed: 12/13/2022] Open
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The aim of the current study was to evaluate cell viability and osteogenic differentiation potential in cell spheroids composed of varying ratios of gingiva-derived and bone marrow stem cells cultured in concave microwells. Cell spheroids were established from bone marrow and gingiva-derived stem cells in ratios of 6:0 (Group 1), 2:1 (Group 2), 3:3 (Group 3), 1:2 (Group 4), and 0:6 (Group 5). On days 3 and 5, the viability of the cell spheroids was qualitatively analyzed using a calcein acetoxymethyl ester working solution and an ethidium homodimer-1 live/dead assay. On days 1, 3, 5 and 7, a quantitative cell viability analysis was performed using a Cell Counting Kit-8. Alkaline phosphatase activity assays were performed using a commercially available kit on day 7 to assess osteogenic differentiation. In addition, reverse transcription-quantitative polymerase chain reaction and western blot analysis were performed to evaluate runt-related transcription factor 2 (Runx2) and osteocalcin expression. The ratio of gingiva-derived to bone marrow stem cells did not affect the stem cell spheroid morphology. No significant changes in cell viability were noted among the different groups following incubation for 7 days. A consistent alkaline phosphatase activity was measured in co-cultured gingiva-derived and bone marrow stem cell spheroids of varying compositions. Runx2 and osteocalcin expression was increased when co-cultured compared with pure gingiva-derived or bone marrow stem cells. In conclusion, stem cell spheroids established by co-culturing maintained morphology, viability and a high osteogenic differentiation potential during the experimental period of 7 days. These spheroids containing human gingiva-derived and bone marrow stem cells may enhance the osteogenic differentiation potential. The use of multicell spheroids may be a simple and effective strategy for improving stem cell therapy.
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- Jae-Yong Tae
- Department of Periodontics, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul 06591, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Periodontics, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul 06591, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Periodontics, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul 06591, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Periodontics, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul 06591, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Periodontics, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul 06591, Republic of Korea
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Effects of Hyaluronic Acid and Hydroxyapatite/Beta-tricalcium Phosphate in Combination on Bone Regeneration of a Critical-size Defect in an Experimental Model. J Craniofac Surg 2018; 29:1087-1093. [DOI: 10.1097/scs.0000000000004338] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022] Open
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Combining electrical stimulation and tissue engineering to treat large bone defects in a rat model. Sci Rep 2018; 8:6307. [PMID: 29679025 PMCID: PMC5910383 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-018-24892-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 106] [Impact Index Per Article: 17.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/30/2017] [Accepted: 04/11/2018] [Indexed: 12/11/2022] Open
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Bone Tissue engineering (BTE) has recently been introduced as an alternative to conventional treatments for large non-healing bone defects. BTE approaches mimic autologous bone grafts, by combining cells, scaffold, and growth factors, and have the added benefit of being able to manipulate these constituents to optimize healing. Electrical stimulation (ES) has long been used to successfully treat non-healing fractures and has recently been shown to stimulate bone cells to migrate, proliferate, align, differentiate, and adhere to bio compatible scaffolds, all cell behaviors that could improve BTE treatment outcomes. With the above in mind we performed in vitro experiments and demonstrated that exposing Mesenchymal Stem Cells (MSC) + scaffold to ES for 3 weeks resulted in significant increases in osteogenic differentiation. Then in in vivo experiments, for the first time, we demonstrated that exposing BTE treated rat femur large defects to ES for 8 weeks, caused improved healing, as indicated by increased bone formation, strength, vessel density, and osteogenic gene expression. Our results demonstrate that ES significantly increases osteogenic differentiation in vitro and that this effect is translated into improved healing in vivo. These findings support the use of ES to help BTE treatments achieve their full therapeutic potential.
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Craniofacial bones, separate from the appendicular skeleton, bear a significant amount of strain and stress generated from mastication-related muscles. Current research on the regeneration of craniofacial bone focuses on the reestablishment of an elaborate vascular network. In this review, current challenges and efforts particularly in advances of scaffold properties and techniques for vascularization remodeling in craniofacial bone tissue engineering will be discussed. A microenvironment of ischemia and hypoxia in the biomaterial core drives propagation and reorganization of endothelial progenitor cells (EPCs) to assemble into a primitive microvascular framework. Co-culture strategies and delivery of vasculogenic molecules enhance EPCs' differentiation and stimulate the host regenerative response to promote vessel sprouting and strength. To optimize structural and vascular integration, well-designed microstructures of scaffolds are biologically considered. Proper porous structures, matrix stiffness, and surface morphology of scaffolds have a profound influence on cell behaviors and thus affect revascularization. In addition, advanced techniques facilitating angiogenesis and vaculogenesis have also been discussed. Oxygen delivery biomaterials, scaffold-free cell sheet techniques, and arteriovenous loop-induced axial vascularization strategies bring us new understanding and powerful strategies to manage revascularization of large craniofacial bone defects. Although promising histological results have been achieved, the efficient perfusion and functionalization of newly formed vessels are still challenging.
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- T Tian
- 1 State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases, National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- 1 State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases, National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- 1 State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases, National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- 1 State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases, National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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Störmann P, Kupsch J, Kontradowitz K, Leiblein M, Verboket R, Seebach C, Marzi I, Henrich D, Nau C. Cultivation of EPC and co-cultivation with MSC on β-TCP granules in vitro is feasible without fibronectin coating but influenced by scaffolds' design. Eur J Trauma Emerg Surg 2018. [PMID: 29523894 DOI: 10.1007/s00068-018-0935-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/04/2023]
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INTRODUCTION Meanwhile, the osteoconductive properties of frequently used synthetic bone grafts can be improved by the use of osteoinductive cells and growth factors. Nevertheless, the cultivation of endothelial progenitor cells (EPC) seems to be difficult and requires a pre-conditioning of the scaffolds with fibronectin. Additionally, the influence of the scaffolds' design on cell cultivation is not fully elucidated. METHODS As scaffold, a commercially available β-tricalcium phosphate was used. 5 × 105 EPC, or 5 × 105 MSC or a combination of each 2.5 × 105 cells was seeded onto the granules. We investigated seeding efficiency, cell morphology, cell metabolism, adherence, apoptosis and gene expression of EPC and MSC in this in vitro study on days 2, 6 and 10. RESULTS Total number of adherent cells was higher on the β-TCP without fibronectin coating. The number of cells in all approaches significantly declined when a solid β-TCP was used. Metabolic activity of MSC was comparable throughout the scaffolds and increased until day 10. Additionally, the amount of supernatants VEGF was higher for MSC than for EPC. DISCUSSION Our results demonstrate that a coating of the scaffold for successful cultivation of EPC in vitro is not necessary. Furthermore, our study showed that structural differences of the scaffolds significantly influenced cell adherence and metabolic activity. Thereby, the influence on EPC seems to be higher than on MSC.
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- Philipp Störmann
- Department of Trauma, Hand and Reconstructive Surgery, Hospital of the Johann Wolfgang Goethe-University Frankfurt am Main, Theodor-Stern-Kai 7, 60590, Frankfurt, Germany.
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- Department of Trauma, Hand and Reconstructive Surgery, Hospital of the Johann Wolfgang Goethe-University Frankfurt am Main, Theodor-Stern-Kai 7, 60590, Frankfurt, Germany
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- Department of Trauma, Hand and Reconstructive Surgery, Hospital of the Johann Wolfgang Goethe-University Frankfurt am Main, Theodor-Stern-Kai 7, 60590, Frankfurt, Germany
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- Department of Trauma, Hand and Reconstructive Surgery, Hospital of the Johann Wolfgang Goethe-University Frankfurt am Main, Theodor-Stern-Kai 7, 60590, Frankfurt, Germany
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- Department of Trauma, Hand and Reconstructive Surgery, Hospital of the Johann Wolfgang Goethe-University Frankfurt am Main, Theodor-Stern-Kai 7, 60590, Frankfurt, Germany
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- Department of Trauma, Hand and Reconstructive Surgery, Hospital of the Johann Wolfgang Goethe-University Frankfurt am Main, Theodor-Stern-Kai 7, 60590, Frankfurt, Germany
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- Department of Trauma, Hand and Reconstructive Surgery, Hospital of the Johann Wolfgang Goethe-University Frankfurt am Main, Theodor-Stern-Kai 7, 60590, Frankfurt, Germany
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- Department of Trauma, Hand and Reconstructive Surgery, Hospital of the Johann Wolfgang Goethe-University Frankfurt am Main, Theodor-Stern-Kai 7, 60590, Frankfurt, Germany
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- Department of Trauma, Hand and Reconstructive Surgery, Hospital of the Johann Wolfgang Goethe-University Frankfurt am Main, Theodor-Stern-Kai 7, 60590, Frankfurt, Germany
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Herrmann M, Zeiter S, Eberli U, Hildebrand M, Camenisch K, Menzel U, Alini M, Verrier S, Stadelmann VA. Five Days Granulocyte Colony-Stimulating Factor Treatment Increases Bone Formation and Reduces Gap Size of a Rat Segmental Bone Defect: A Pilot Study. Front Bioeng Biotechnol 2018; 6:5. [PMID: 29484293 PMCID: PMC5816045 DOI: 10.3389/fbioe.2018.00005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/12/2017] [Accepted: 01/15/2018] [Indexed: 12/25/2022] Open
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Bone is an organ with high natural regenerative capacity and most fractures heal spontaneously when appropriate fracture fixation is provided. However, additional treatment is required for patients with large segmental defects exceeding the endogenous healing potential and for patients suffering from fracture non-unions. These cases are often associated with insufficient vascularization. Transplantation of CD34+ endothelial progenitor cells (EPCs) has been successfully applied to promote neovascularization of bone defects, however including extensive ex vivo manipulation of cells. Here, we hypothesized, that treatment with granulocyte colony-stimulating factor (G-CSF) may improve bone healing by mobilization of CD34+ progenitor cells into the circulation, which in turn may facilitate vascularization at the defect site. In this pilot study, we aimed to characterize the different cell populations mobilized by G-CSF and investigate the influence of cell mobilization on the healing of a critical size femoral defect in rats. Cell mobilization was investigated by flow cytometry at different time points after five consecutive daily G-CSF injections. In a pilot study, bone healing of a 4.5-mm critical femoral defect in F344 rats was compared between a saline-treated control group and a G-CSF treatment group. In vivo microcomputed tomography and histology were applied to compare bone formation in both treatment groups. Our data revealed that leukocyte counts show a peak increase at the first day after the last G-CSF injection. In addition, we found that CD34+ progenitor cells, including EPCs, were significantly enriched at day 1, and further increased at day 5 and day 11. Upregulation of monocytes, granulocytes and macrophages peaked at day 1. G-CSF treatment significantly increased bone volume and bone density in the defect, which was confirmed by histology. Our data show that different cell populations are mobilized by G-CSF treatment in cell specific patterns. Although in this pilot study no bridging of the critical defect was observed, significantly improved bone formation by G-CSF treatment was clearly shown.
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- AO Research Institute Davos, Davos, Switzerland
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Wen Y, Yang H, Liu Y, Liu Q, Wang A, Ding Y, Jin Z. Evaluation of BMMSCs-EPCs sheets for repairing alveolar bone defects in ovariectomized rats. Sci Rep 2017; 7:16568. [PMID: 29185450 PMCID: PMC5707386 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-017-16404-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/30/2017] [Accepted: 11/13/2017] [Indexed: 01/14/2023] Open
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The aim of this paper is to investigate the effect that bone marrow mesenchymal stem cells (BMMSCs) - endothelial progenitor cells (EPCs), BMMSCs and EPCs sheets have on repairing maxillary alveolar defects in ovariectomized (OVX) rats. In this study, after identification using multi-lineage differentiation and flow cytometry, BMMSCs and EPCs were isolated from female rats. The BMMSCs-EPCs, BMMSCs and EPCs sheets were detected by hematoxylin-eosin (H&E) staining, alkaline phosphatase (ALP) staining and qRT-PCR. Defects were created in maxillary alveoli and repaired with BMMSCs-EPCs, BMMSCs and EPCs sheets in OVX rats. The repair effects were determined by histological staining and micro-CT analysis at 2, 4 and 8 weeks after implantation. We aim to clarify whether BMMSCs-EPCs sheets are more effective in repairing alveolar bone defects than are BMMSCs and EPCs sheets in OVX rats. The results show that the osteogenic potential and the effect of bone repair are greater in the BMMSCs-EPCs sheet group and that this group has a higher ability to repair alveolar bone defects in OVX rats. These results suggest that BMMSCs-EPCs sheets have potential in clinical applications for treating humans with osteoporosis.
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- Yi Wen
- State Key Laboratory of Military Stomatology, National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Shaanxi Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Department of Orthodontics, School of Stomatology, the Fourth Military Medical University, 145 Changle West Road, Xi'an, 710032, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Military Stomatology, National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Shaanxi International Joint Research Center for Oral Diseases, Department of Oral Anatomy and Physiology and TMD, School of Stomatology, the Fourth Military Medical University, 145 Changle West Road, Xi'an, 710032, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Military Stomatology, National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Shaanxi International Joint Research Center for Oral Diseases, Department of General Dentistry and Emergency, School of Stomatology, the Fourth Military Medical University, 145 Changle West Road, Xi'an, 710032, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Military Stomatology, National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Shaanxi Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Department of Orthodontics, School of Stomatology, the Fourth Military Medical University, 145 Changle West Road, Xi'an, 710032, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Military Stomatology, National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Shaanxi Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Department of Orthodontics, School of Stomatology, the Fourth Military Medical University, 145 Changle West Road, Xi'an, 710032, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Military Stomatology, National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Shaanxi Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Department of Orthodontics, School of Stomatology, the Fourth Military Medical University, 145 Changle West Road, Xi'an, 710032, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Military Stomatology, National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Shaanxi Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Department of Orthodontics, School of Stomatology, the Fourth Military Medical University, 145 Changle West Road, Xi'an, 710032, China.
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Arkudas A, Lipp A, Buehrer G, Arnold I, Dafinova D, Brandl A, Beier JP, Körner C, Lyer S, Alexiou C, Kneser U, Horch RE. Pedicled Transplantation of Axially Vascularized Bone Constructs in a Critical Size Femoral Defect. Tissue Eng Part A 2017; 24:479-492. [PMID: 28851253 DOI: 10.1089/ten.tea.2017.0110] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/02/2023] Open
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INTRODUCTION Axial vascularization represents a mandatory requirement for clinically applied larger scale vascularized bone grafts. The aim of this study was to combine the arteriovenous (AV) loop model in the rat with a critically sized femoral bone defect and to successfully transplant axially vascularized bone constructs into the defect. MATERIALS AND METHODS In Groups A and C, an AV loop together with a clinically approved hydroxyapatite and beta-tricalcium phosphate (HA/β-TCP) matrix, mesenchymal stem cells, and recombinant human bone morphogenetic protein 2 were implanted into a newly designed porous titanium chamber with an integrated osteosynthesis plate in the thighs of rats, whereas in Groups B and D, the same matrix composition without AV loop and, in Group E, only the HA/β-TCP matrix were implanted. After 6 weeks, the constructs were transplanted into a 10 mm femoral defect created in the same leg, in Groups A and C, under preservation of the AV loop pedicle. Group F served as a control group with an empty chamber. Ten days (Groups A and B) and 12 weeks (Groups C-F) after transplantation, the femora together with the constructs were explanted and investigated using computed tomography (CT), micro-CT, X-ray, histology, and real-time polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR). RESULTS Ten days after transplantation, Group A showed a maintained vascular supply leading to increased vascularization, cell survival in the scaffold center, and bone generation compared to Group B. After 12 weeks, there was no difference detectable among all groups regarding total vessel number, although Group C, using the AV loop, still showed increased vascularization of the construct center compared to Groups D and E. In Group C, there was still enhanced bone generation detectable compared to the other groups and increased bony fusion rate at the proximal femoral stump. CONCLUSIONS This study shows the combination of the AV loop model in the rat with a critically sized femoral defect. By maintenance of the vascular supply, the constructs initially showed increased vascularization, leading to increased bone formation and bony fusion in the long term.
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- Andreas Arkudas
- 1 Department of Plastic and Hand Surgery, University Hospital of Erlangen, Friedrich-Alexander-University of Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU) , Erlangen, Germany
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- 1 Department of Plastic and Hand Surgery, University Hospital of Erlangen, Friedrich-Alexander-University of Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU) , Erlangen, Germany
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- 1 Department of Plastic and Hand Surgery, University Hospital of Erlangen, Friedrich-Alexander-University of Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU) , Erlangen, Germany
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- 1 Department of Plastic and Hand Surgery, University Hospital of Erlangen, Friedrich-Alexander-University of Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU) , Erlangen, Germany
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- 1 Department of Plastic and Hand Surgery, University Hospital of Erlangen, Friedrich-Alexander-University of Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU) , Erlangen, Germany
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- 1 Department of Plastic and Hand Surgery, University Hospital of Erlangen, Friedrich-Alexander-University of Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU) , Erlangen, Germany .,2 IZKF Research Group for Experimental Stem Cell Transplantation Medical Clinic and Policlinic II, Center for Experimental Molecular Medicine (ZEMM), University Clinic of Würzburg , Würzburg, Germany
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- 1 Department of Plastic and Hand Surgery, University Hospital of Erlangen, Friedrich-Alexander-University of Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU) , Erlangen, Germany .,3 Department of Plastic Surgery, Hand and Burn Surgery, University Hospital of Aachen, RWTH University of Aachen, Germany
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- 4 Department of Materials Science and Engineering, Institute of Science and Technology of Metals, Friedrich-Alexander-University of Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU), Erlangen, Germany
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- 5 Section of Experimental Oncology and Nanomedicine (SEON), Department of Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Else Kröner-Fresenius-Stiftung-Professorship, University Hospital Erlangen, Friedrich-Alexander-University Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU), Erlangen, Germany
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- 5 Section of Experimental Oncology and Nanomedicine (SEON), Department of Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Else Kröner-Fresenius-Stiftung-Professorship, University Hospital Erlangen, Friedrich-Alexander-University Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU), Erlangen, Germany
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- 1 Department of Plastic and Hand Surgery, University Hospital of Erlangen, Friedrich-Alexander-University of Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU) , Erlangen, Germany .,6 Department of Hand, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Burn Center, BG Trauma Center Ludwigshafen, University of Heidelberg , Heidelberg, Germany
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- 1 Department of Plastic and Hand Surgery, University Hospital of Erlangen, Friedrich-Alexander-University of Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU) , Erlangen, Germany
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