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Hu S, Zhu M, Xing H, Xue Y, Li J, Wang Z, Zhu Z, Fang M, Li Z, Xu J, He Y, Zhang N. Thread-structural microneedles loaded with engineered exosomes for annulus fibrosus repair by regulating mitophagy recovery and extracellular matrix homeostasis. Bioact Mater 2024; 37:1-13. [PMID: 38515611 PMCID: PMC10951295 DOI: 10.1016/j.bioactmat.2024.03.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/29/2023] [Revised: 02/09/2024] [Accepted: 03/04/2024] [Indexed: 03/23/2024] Open
Abstract
Low back pain is among the most grave public health concerns worldwide and the major clinical manifestation of intervertebral disc degeneration (IVDD). The destruction of annulus fibrosus (AF) is the primary cause of IVDD. A sustainable and stable treatment system for IVDD is lacking because of the special organizational structure and low nutrient supply of AF. We here found that IVDD results in the impaired mitochondrial function of AF tissue, and mitochondrial autophagy (mitophagy) plays a protective role in this process. We therefore reported a thread-structural microneedle (T-MN) matching the ring structure of AF. Based on the adsorption effect of laminin, our T-MN could load with bone marrow mesenchymal stem cell-derived exosomes to envelope the regulating mitophagy microRNA (miRNA 378), named as T-MN@EXO@miR-378. In general, we offered in situ locking in the defect site of AF to prevent nucleus pulposus leakage and promoted AF repair. The design of the thread structure was aimed at bionically matching the layered AF structure, thereby providing stronger adhesion. The T-MN@EXO@miR-378 effectively attached to AF and slowly released therapeutic engineered exosomes, and prevented IVDD progression by restoring mitophagy, promoting AF cell proliferation and migration, and inhibiting the pathological remodeling of the extracellular matrix. This functional system can be used as an excellent tool for sustained drug release and has a certain prospect in substituting the conventional treatment of IVDD.
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- Shaojun Hu
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou City, Zhejiang Province, PR China
- Orthopedics Research Institute of Zhejiang University, Hangzhou City, Zhejiang Province, PR China
- Key Laboratory of Motor System Disease Research and Precision Therapy of Zhejiang Province, Hangzhou City, Zhejiang Province, PR China
- Clinical Research Center of Motor System Disease of Zhejiang Province, PR China
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- State Key Laboratory of Fluid Power and Mechatronic Systems, College of Mechanical Engineering, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, 310027, PR China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, The First Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, PR China
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou City, Zhejiang Province, PR China
- Orthopedics Research Institute of Zhejiang University, Hangzhou City, Zhejiang Province, PR China
- Key Laboratory of Motor System Disease Research and Precision Therapy of Zhejiang Province, Hangzhou City, Zhejiang Province, PR China
- Clinical Research Center of Motor System Disease of Zhejiang Province, PR China
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou City, Zhejiang Province, PR China
- Orthopedics Research Institute of Zhejiang University, Hangzhou City, Zhejiang Province, PR China
- Key Laboratory of Motor System Disease Research and Precision Therapy of Zhejiang Province, Hangzhou City, Zhejiang Province, PR China
- Clinical Research Center of Motor System Disease of Zhejiang Province, PR China
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou City, Zhejiang Province, PR China
- Orthopedics Research Institute of Zhejiang University, Hangzhou City, Zhejiang Province, PR China
- Key Laboratory of Motor System Disease Research and Precision Therapy of Zhejiang Province, Hangzhou City, Zhejiang Province, PR China
- Clinical Research Center of Motor System Disease of Zhejiang Province, PR China
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- State Key Laboratory of Fluid Power and Mechatronic Systems, College of Mechanical Engineering, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, 310027, PR China
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou City, Zhejiang Province, PR China
- Orthopedics Research Institute of Zhejiang University, Hangzhou City, Zhejiang Province, PR China
- Key Laboratory of Motor System Disease Research and Precision Therapy of Zhejiang Province, Hangzhou City, Zhejiang Province, PR China
- Clinical Research Center of Motor System Disease of Zhejiang Province, PR China
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou City, Zhejiang Province, PR China
- Orthopedics Research Institute of Zhejiang University, Hangzhou City, Zhejiang Province, PR China
- Key Laboratory of Motor System Disease Research and Precision Therapy of Zhejiang Province, Hangzhou City, Zhejiang Province, PR China
- Clinical Research Center of Motor System Disease of Zhejiang Province, PR China
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou City, Zhejiang Province, PR China
- Orthopedics Research Institute of Zhejiang University, Hangzhou City, Zhejiang Province, PR China
- Key Laboratory of Motor System Disease Research and Precision Therapy of Zhejiang Province, Hangzhou City, Zhejiang Province, PR China
- Clinical Research Center of Motor System Disease of Zhejiang Province, PR China
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- State Key Laboratory of Fluid Power and Mechatronic Systems, College of Mechanical Engineering, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, 310027, PR China
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou City, Zhejiang Province, PR China
- Orthopedics Research Institute of Zhejiang University, Hangzhou City, Zhejiang Province, PR China
- Key Laboratory of Motor System Disease Research and Precision Therapy of Zhejiang Province, Hangzhou City, Zhejiang Province, PR China
- Clinical Research Center of Motor System Disease of Zhejiang Province, PR China
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Qiu R, Cai K, Zhang K, Ying Y, Hu H, Jiang G, Luo K. The current status and development trend of hydrogel application in spinal surgery. J Mater Chem B 2024; 12:1730-1747. [PMID: 38294330 DOI: 10.1039/d3tb02613b] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/01/2024]
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Spinal diseases often result in compromised mobility and diminished quality of life due to the intricate anatomy surrounding the nervous system. Medication and surgical interventions remain the primary treatment methods for spinal conditions. However, currently available medications have limited efficacy in treating spinal surgical diseases and cannot achieve a complete cure. Furthermore, surgical intervention frequently results in inevitable alterations and impairments to the initial anatomical integrity of the spinal structure, accompanied by the consequential loss of certain physiological functionalities. Changes in spine surgery treatment concepts and modalities in the last decade have led to a deepening of minimally invasive treatment, with treatment strategies focusing more on repairing and reconstructing the patient's spine and preserving physiological functions. Therefore, developing novel and more efficient treatment strategies to reduce spinal lesions and iatrogenic injuries is essential. In recent years, significant advancements in biomedical research have led to the discovery that hydrogels possess excellent biocompatibility, biodegradability, and adjustable mechanical properties. The application of hydrogel-based biotechnology in spinal surgery has demonstrated remarkable therapeutic potential. This review presents the therapeutic strategies for spinal diseases based on hydrogel tissue engineering technology.
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- Rongzhang Qiu
- Health Science Center, Ningbo University, Ningbo, Zhejiang, 315000, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, The First Affiliated Hospital of Ningbo University, Ningbo, Zhejiang, 315000, China.
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- Department of Orthopaedics, The First Affiliated Hospital of Ningbo University, Ningbo, Zhejiang, 315000, China.
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- Health Science Center, Ningbo University, Ningbo, Zhejiang, 315000, China
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- Health Science Center, Ningbo University, Ningbo, Zhejiang, 315000, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, The First Affiliated Hospital of Ningbo University, Ningbo, Zhejiang, 315000, China.
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- Department of Orthopaedics, The First Affiliated Hospital of Ningbo University, Ningbo, Zhejiang, 315000, China.
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Song H, Guo C, Wu Y, Liu Y, Kong Q, Wang Y. Therapeutic factors and biomaterial-based delivery tools for degenerative intervertebral disc repair. Front Cell Dev Biol 2024; 12:1286222. [PMID: 38374895 PMCID: PMC10875104 DOI: 10.3389/fcell.2024.1286222] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/31/2023] [Accepted: 01/15/2024] [Indexed: 02/21/2024] Open
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Intervertebral disc degeneration (IDD) is the main cause of low back pain (LBP), which significantly impacts global wellbeing and contributes to global productivity declines. Conventional treatment approaches, encompassing conservative and surgical interventions, merely serve to postpone the advancement of IDD without offering a fundamental reversal. Consequently, there is an urgent demand for an effective approach to prevent the progression of IDD. Recent investigations focusing on the treatment of IDD utilizing diverse bioactive substances integrated within various biomaterials have exhibited promising outcomes. Various bioactive substances, encompassing conventional small molecule drugs, small molecule nucleic acids, and cell therapies, exhibit distinct capacities for repairing IDD. Additionally, various biological material delivery systems, such as nano micelles, microspheres, and hydrogels, possess diverse biological and release characteristics. Consequently, these diverse materials and drugs hold promise for advancing the treatment of IDD. This article aims to provide a concise overview of the IDD process and investigate the research advancements in biomaterials and bioactive substances for IDD treatment, delving into their mechanisms.
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery and Orthopedic Research Institute, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan, China
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery and Orthopedic Research Institute, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan, China
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Xu H, Zhang Y, Zhang Y, Yu C, Xia K, Cheng F, Shi K, Huang X, Li Y, Chen J, Shu J, Zhou X, Tao Y, Liang C, Li F, Chen Q. A novel rat model of annulus fibrosus injury for intervertebral disc degeneration. Spine J 2024; 24:373-386. [PMID: 37797841 DOI: 10.1016/j.spinee.2023.09.012] [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: 06/07/2023] [Revised: 09/19/2023] [Accepted: 09/20/2023] [Indexed: 10/07/2023]
Abstract
BACKGROUND CONTEXT In clinical practice, acute trauma and chronic degeneration of the annulus fibrosus (AF) can promote further degeneration of the intervertebral disc (IVD). Therefore, it is critical to understand the AF repair process and its consequences on IVD. However, the lack of cost-effective and reproducible in vivo animal models of AF injury has limited research development in this field. PURPOSES The purpose of this study was to establish and evaluate the utility of a novel animal model for full-thickness AF injury. Three foci were proposed: (1) whether this new modeling method can cause full-layer AF damage; (2) the repair processes and pathological changes in the damaged area after AF injury, and (3) the morphological and histological changes in the IVD are after AF injury. STUDY DESIGN/SETTING In vivo rat AF injury model with characterization of AF damage repair, IVD degeneration. METHODS A total of 72,300 g male rats were randomly assigned to one of the two groups: experimental or sham. Annulus fibrosus was separated layer by layer under the microscope with a #11 blade up to the AF- nucleus pulpous (NP) junction. The repair process of the horizontal AF and morphological changes in the sagittal IVD were evaluated with HE staining. Sirius red staining under polarized light. Immunofluorescence was conducted to analyze changes in the expression of COL1 and COL3 in the AF injury area and 8-OHdg, IL-6, MMP13, FSP1, and ACAN in the IVD. The disc height and structural changes after AF injury were measured using X-ray and contrast-enhanced micro-CT. Additionally, the resistance of the AF to stretching was analyzed using three-point bending. RESULTS Annulus fibrosus-nucleus pulpous border was identified to stably induce the full-thickness AF injury without causing immediate NP injury. The AF repair process after injury was slow and expressed inflammation factors continuously, with abundant amounts of type III collagen appearing in the inner part of the AF. The scar at the AF lesion had decreased resistance to small molecule penetration and weakened tensile strength. Full-thickness AF injury induced disc degeneration with loss of disc height, progressive unilateral vertebral collapse, and ossification of the subchondral bone. Inflammatory-induced degeneration and extracellular matrix catabolism gradually appeared in the NP and cartilage endplate (CEP). CONCLUSIONS We established a low-cost and reproducible small animal model of AF injury which accurately replicated the pathological state of the limited AF self-repair ability and demonstrated that injury to the AF alone could cause further degeneration of the IVD. CLINICAL RELEVANCE This in vivo rat model can be used to study the repair process of the AF defect and pathological changes in the gradual degeneration of IVD after AF damage. In addition, the model provides an experimental platform for in vivo experimental research of potential clinical therapeutics.
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- Haibin Xu
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, the Second Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou City, Zhejiang Province, P. R. China; Orthopedics Research Institute of Zhejiang University, Hangzhou City, Zhejiang Province, P.R. China; Key Laboratory of Motor System Disease Research and Precision Therapy of Zhejiang Province, Hangzhou City, Zhejiang Province, P.R. China; Clinical Research Center of Motor System Disease of Zhejiang Province, P.R. China
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, the Second Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou City, Zhejiang Province, P. R. China; Orthopedics Research Institute of Zhejiang University, Hangzhou City, Zhejiang Province, P.R. China; Key Laboratory of Motor System Disease Research and Precision Therapy of Zhejiang Province, Hangzhou City, Zhejiang Province, P.R. China; Clinical Research Center of Motor System Disease of Zhejiang Province, P.R. China
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, the Second Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou City, Zhejiang Province, P. R. China; Orthopedics Research Institute of Zhejiang University, Hangzhou City, Zhejiang Province, P.R. China; Key Laboratory of Motor System Disease Research and Precision Therapy of Zhejiang Province, Hangzhou City, Zhejiang Province, P.R. China; Clinical Research Center of Motor System Disease of Zhejiang Province, P.R. China
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, the Second Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou City, Zhejiang Province, P. R. China; Orthopedics Research Institute of Zhejiang University, Hangzhou City, Zhejiang Province, P.R. China; Key Laboratory of Motor System Disease Research and Precision Therapy of Zhejiang Province, Hangzhou City, Zhejiang Province, P.R. China; Clinical Research Center of Motor System Disease of Zhejiang Province, P.R. China
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, the Second Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou City, Zhejiang Province, P. R. China; Orthopedics Research Institute of Zhejiang University, Hangzhou City, Zhejiang Province, P.R. China; Key Laboratory of Motor System Disease Research and Precision Therapy of Zhejiang Province, Hangzhou City, Zhejiang Province, P.R. China; Clinical Research Center of Motor System Disease of Zhejiang Province, P.R. China
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, the Second Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou City, Zhejiang Province, P. R. China; Orthopedics Research Institute of Zhejiang University, Hangzhou City, Zhejiang Province, P.R. China; Key Laboratory of Motor System Disease Research and Precision Therapy of Zhejiang Province, Hangzhou City, Zhejiang Province, P.R. China; Clinical Research Center of Motor System Disease of Zhejiang Province, P.R. China
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, the Second Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou City, Zhejiang Province, P. R. China; Orthopedics Research Institute of Zhejiang University, Hangzhou City, Zhejiang Province, P.R. China; Key Laboratory of Motor System Disease Research and Precision Therapy of Zhejiang Province, Hangzhou City, Zhejiang Province, P.R. China; Clinical Research Center of Motor System Disease of Zhejiang Province, P.R. China
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, the Second Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou City, Zhejiang Province, P. R. China; Orthopedics Research Institute of Zhejiang University, Hangzhou City, Zhejiang Province, P.R. China; Key Laboratory of Motor System Disease Research and Precision Therapy of Zhejiang Province, Hangzhou City, Zhejiang Province, P.R. China; Clinical Research Center of Motor System Disease of Zhejiang Province, P.R. China
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, the Second Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou City, Zhejiang Province, P. R. China; Orthopedics Research Institute of Zhejiang University, Hangzhou City, Zhejiang Province, P.R. China; Key Laboratory of Motor System Disease Research and Precision Therapy of Zhejiang Province, Hangzhou City, Zhejiang Province, P.R. China; Clinical Research Center of Motor System Disease of Zhejiang Province, P.R. China
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, the Second Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou City, Zhejiang Province, P. R. China; Orthopedics Research Institute of Zhejiang University, Hangzhou City, Zhejiang Province, P.R. China; Key Laboratory of Motor System Disease Research and Precision Therapy of Zhejiang Province, Hangzhou City, Zhejiang Province, P.R. China; Clinical Research Center of Motor System Disease of Zhejiang Province, P.R. China
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, the Second Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou City, Zhejiang Province, P. R. China; Orthopedics Research Institute of Zhejiang University, Hangzhou City, Zhejiang Province, P.R. China; Key Laboratory of Motor System Disease Research and Precision Therapy of Zhejiang Province, Hangzhou City, Zhejiang Province, P.R. China; Clinical Research Center of Motor System Disease of Zhejiang Province, P.R. China
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, the Second Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou City, Zhejiang Province, P. R. China; Orthopedics Research Institute of Zhejiang University, Hangzhou City, Zhejiang Province, P.R. China; Key Laboratory of Motor System Disease Research and Precision Therapy of Zhejiang Province, Hangzhou City, Zhejiang Province, P.R. China; Clinical Research Center of Motor System Disease of Zhejiang Province, P.R. China
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, the Second Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou City, Zhejiang Province, P. R. China; Orthopedics Research Institute of Zhejiang University, Hangzhou City, Zhejiang Province, P.R. China; Key Laboratory of Motor System Disease Research and Precision Therapy of Zhejiang Province, Hangzhou City, Zhejiang Province, P.R. China; Clinical Research Center of Motor System Disease of Zhejiang Province, P.R. China
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, the Second Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou City, Zhejiang Province, P. R. China; Orthopedics Research Institute of Zhejiang University, Hangzhou City, Zhejiang Province, P.R. China; Key Laboratory of Motor System Disease Research and Precision Therapy of Zhejiang Province, Hangzhou City, Zhejiang Province, P.R. China; Clinical Research Center of Motor System Disease of Zhejiang Province, P.R. China.
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, the Second Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou City, Zhejiang Province, P. R. China; Orthopedics Research Institute of Zhejiang University, Hangzhou City, Zhejiang Province, P.R. China; Key Laboratory of Motor System Disease Research and Precision Therapy of Zhejiang Province, Hangzhou City, Zhejiang Province, P.R. China; Clinical Research Center of Motor System Disease of Zhejiang Province, P.R. China.
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, the Second Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou City, Zhejiang Province, P. R. China; Orthopedics Research Institute of Zhejiang University, Hangzhou City, Zhejiang Province, P.R. China; Key Laboratory of Motor System Disease Research and Precision Therapy of Zhejiang Province, Hangzhou City, Zhejiang Province, P.R. China; Clinical Research Center of Motor System Disease of Zhejiang Province, P.R. China.
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Yang S, Jing S, Wang S, Jia F. From drugs to biomaterials: a review of emerging therapeutic strategies for intervertebral disc inflammation. Front Cell Infect Microbiol 2024; 14:1303645. [PMID: 38352058 PMCID: PMC10861683 DOI: 10.3389/fcimb.2024.1303645] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/28/2023] [Accepted: 01/12/2024] [Indexed: 02/16/2024] Open
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Chronic low back pain (LBP) is an increasingly prevalent issue, especially among aging populations. A major underlying cause of LBP is intervertebral disc degeneration (IDD), often triggered by intervertebral disc (IVD) inflammation. Inflammation of the IVD is divided into Septic and Aseptic inflammation. Conservative therapy and surgical treatment often fail to address the root cause of IDD. Recent advances in the treatment of IVD infection and inflammation range from antibiotics and small-molecule drugs to cellular therapies, biological agents, and innovative biomaterials. This review sheds light on the complex mechanisms of IVD inflammation and physiological and biochemical processes of IDD. Furthermore, it provides an overview of recent research developments in this area, intending to identify novel therapeutic targets and guide future clinical strategies for effectively treating IVD-related conditions.
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- Shuhan Yang
- Department of Orthopedics, Third Hospital of Shanxi Medical University, Shanxi Bethune Hospital, Shanxi Academy of Medical Sciences, Tongji Shanxi Hospital, Taiyuan, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Third Hospital of Shanxi Medical University, Shanxi Bethune Hospital, Shanxi Academy of Medical Sciences, Tongji Shanxi Hospital, Taiyuan, China
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- Department of Spine Surgery, Honghui Hospital, Xi’an Jiaotong University, Xi’an, China
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- Department of General Practice, Third Hospital of Shanxi Medical University, Shanxi Bethune Hospital, Shanxi Academy of Medical Sciences, Tongji Shanxi Hospital, Taiyuan, China
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Zhou D, Liu H, Zheng Z, Wu D. Design principles in mechanically adaptable biomaterials for repairing annulus fibrosus rupture: A review. Bioact Mater 2024; 31:422-439. [PMID: 37692911 PMCID: PMC10485601 DOI: 10.1016/j.bioactmat.2023.08.012] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/01/2023] [Revised: 07/25/2023] [Accepted: 08/12/2023] [Indexed: 09/12/2023] Open
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Annulus fibrosus (AF) plays a crucial role in the biomechanical loading of intervertebral disc (IVD). AF is difficult to self-heal when the annulus tears develop, because AF has a unique intricate structure and biologic milieu in vivo. Tissue engineering is promising for repairing AF rupture, but construction of suitable mechanical matching devices or scaffolds is still a grand challenge. To deeply know the varied forces involved in the movement of the native annulus is highly beneficial for designing biomimetic scaffolds to recreate the AF function. In this review, we overview six freedom degrees of forces and adhesion strength on AF tissue. Then, we summarize the mechanical modalities to simulate related forces on AF and to assess the characteristics of biomaterials. We finally outline some current advanced techniques to develop mechanically adaptable biomaterials for AF rupture repair.
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- Dan Zhou
- Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Advanced Biomaterials, Department of Biomedical Engineering, Southern University of Science and Technology, Shenzhen, 518055, China
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- Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Advanced Biomaterials, Department of Biomedical Engineering, Southern University of Science and Technology, Shenzhen, 518055, China
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- Department of Spine Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, 510080, China
- Pain Research Center, Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou 510080, China
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- Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Advanced Biomaterials, Department of Biomedical Engineering, Southern University of Science and Technology, Shenzhen, 518055, China
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Liu Y, Zhao Z, Guo C, Huang Z, Zhang W, Ma F, Wang Z, Kong Q, Wang Y. Application and development of hydrogel biomaterials for the treatment of intervertebral disc degeneration: a literature review. Front Cell Dev Biol 2023; 11:1286223. [PMID: 38130952 PMCID: PMC10733535 DOI: 10.3389/fcell.2023.1286223] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/31/2023] [Accepted: 11/24/2023] [Indexed: 12/23/2023] Open
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Low back pain caused by disc herniation and spinal stenosis imposes an enormous medical burden on society due to its high prevalence and refractory nature. This is mainly due to the long-term inflammation and degradation of the extracellular matrix in the process of intervertebral disc degeneration (IVDD), which manifests as loss of water in the nucleus pulposus (NP) and the formation of fibrous disc fissures. Biomaterial repair strategies involving hydrogels play an important role in the treatment of intervertebral disc degeneration. Excellent biocompatibility, tunable mechanical properties, easy modification, injectability, and the ability to encapsulate drugs, cells, genes, etc. make hydrogels good candidates as scaffolds and cell/drug carriers for treating NP degeneration and other aspects of IVDD. This review first briefly describes the anatomy, pathology, and current treatments of IVDD, and then introduces different types of hydrogels and addresses "smart hydrogels". Finally, we discuss the feasibility and prospects of using hydrogels to treat IVDD.
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery and Orthopedic Research Institute, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan, China
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery and Orthopedic Research Institute, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan, China
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Panebianco CJ, Constant C, Vernengo AJ, Nehrbass D, Gehweiler D, DiStefano TJ, Martin J, Alpert DJ, Chaudhary SB, Hecht AC, Seifert AC, Nicoll SB, Grad S, Zeiter S, Iatridis JC. Combining adhesive and nonadhesive injectable hydrogels for intervertebral disc repair in an ovine discectomy model. JOR Spine 2023; 6:e1293. [PMID: 38156055 PMCID: PMC10751969 DOI: 10.1002/jsp2.1293] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/29/2023] [Revised: 09/12/2023] [Accepted: 09/20/2023] [Indexed: 12/30/2023] Open
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Background Intervertebral disc (IVD) disorders (e.g., herniation) directly contribute to back pain, which is a leading cause of global disability. Next-generation treatments for IVD herniation need advanced preclinical testing to evaluate their ability to repair large defects, prevent reherniation, and limit progressive degeneration. This study tested whether experimental, injectable, and nonbioactive biomaterials could slow IVD degeneration in an ovine discectomy model. Methods Ten skeletally mature sheep (4-5.5 years) experienced partial discectomy injury with cruciate-style annulus fibrosus (AF) defects and 0.1 g nucleus pulposus (NP) removal in the L1-L2, L2-L3, and L3-L4 lumbar IVDs. L4-L5 IVDs were Intact controls. IVD injury levels received: (1) no treatment (Injury), (2) poly (ethylene glycol) diacrylate (PEGDA), (3) genipin-crosslinked fibrin (FibGen), (4) carboxymethylcellulose-methylcellulose (C-MC), or (5) C-MC and FibGen (FibGen + C-MC). Animals healed for 12 weeks, then IVDs were assessed using computed tomography (CT), magnetic resonance (MR) imaging, and histopathology. Results All repaired IVDs retained ~90% of their preoperative disc height and showed minor degenerative changes by Pfirrmann grading. All repairs had similar disc height loss and Pfirrmann grade as Injury IVDs. Adhesive AF sealants (i.e., PEGDA and FibGen) did not herniate, although repair caused local endplate (EP) changes and inflammation. NP repair biomaterials (i.e., C-MC) and combination repair (i.e., FibGen + C-MC) exhibited lower levels of degeneration, less EP damage, and less severe inflammation; however, C-MC showed signs of herniation via biomaterial expulsion. Conclusions All repair IVDs were noninferior to Injury IVDs by IVD height loss and Pfirrmann grade. C-MC and FibGen + C-MC IVDs had the best outcomes, and may be appropriate for enhancement with bioactive factors (e.g., cells, growth factors, and miRNAs). Such bioactive factors appear to be necessary to prevent injury-induced IVD degeneration. Application of AF sealants alone (i.e., PEGDA and FibGen) resulted in EP damage and inflammation, particularly for PEGDA IVDs, suggesting further material refinements are needed.
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- Christopher J. Panebianco
- Leni and Peter W. May Department of OrthopaedicsIcahn School of Medicine at Mount SinaiNew YorkNew YorkUSA
- Department of Orthopaedic SurgeryUniversity of PennsylvaniaPhiladelphiaPennsylvaniaUSA
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- AO Research Institute DavosDavosSwitzerland
- Department of Chemical EngineeringRowan UniversityGlassboroNJUSA
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- Leni and Peter W. May Department of OrthopaedicsIcahn School of Medicine at Mount SinaiNew YorkNew YorkUSA
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- Department of Biomedical EngineeringThe City College of New YorkNew YorkNew YorkUSA
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- Department of Biomedical EngineeringThe City College of New YorkNew YorkNew YorkUSA
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- Leni and Peter W. May Department of OrthopaedicsIcahn School of Medicine at Mount SinaiNew YorkNew YorkUSA
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- Leni and Peter W. May Department of OrthopaedicsIcahn School of Medicine at Mount SinaiNew YorkNew YorkUSA
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- Biomedical Engineering and Imaging InstituteIcahn School of Medicine at Mount SinaiNew YorkNew YorkUSA
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- Department of Biomedical EngineeringThe City College of New YorkNew YorkNew YorkUSA
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- Leni and Peter W. May Department of OrthopaedicsIcahn School of Medicine at Mount SinaiNew YorkNew YorkUSA
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Wang Y, Chen L, Wang Y, Wang X, Qian D, Yan J, Sun Z, Cui P, Yu L, Wu J, He Z. Marine biomaterials in biomedical nano/micro-systems. J Nanobiotechnology 2023; 21:408. [PMID: 37926815 PMCID: PMC10626837 DOI: 10.1186/s12951-023-02112-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/21/2023] [Accepted: 09/15/2023] [Indexed: 11/07/2023] Open
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Marine resources in unique marine environments provide abundant, cost-effective natural biomaterials with distinct structures, compositions, and biological activities compared to terrestrial species. These marine-derived raw materials, including polysaccharides, natural protein components, fatty acids, and marine minerals, etc., have shown great potential in preparing, stabilizing, or modifying multifunctional nano-/micro-systems and are widely applied in drug delivery, theragnostic, tissue engineering, etc. This review provides a comprehensive summary of the most current marine biomaterial-based nano-/micro-systems developed over the past three years, primarily focusing on therapeutic delivery studies and highlighting their potential to cure a variety of diseases. Specifically, we first provided a detailed introduction to the physicochemical characteristics and biological activities of natural marine biocomponents in their raw state. Furthermore, the assembly processes, potential functionalities of each building block, and a thorough evaluation of the pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics of advanced marine biomaterial-based systems and their effects on molecular pathophysiological processes were fully elucidated. Finally, a list of unresolved issues and pivotal challenges of marine-derived biomaterials applications, such as standardized distinction of raw materials, long-term biosafety in vivo, the feasibility of scale-up, etc., was presented. This review is expected to serve as a roadmap for fundamental research and facilitate the rational design of marine biomaterials for diverse emerging applications.
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- Yanan Wang
- Frontiers Science Center for Deep Ocean Multispheres and Earth Systems, Key Laboratory of Marine Chemistry Theory and Technology, Ministry of Education/Sanya Oceanographic Institution, Ocean University of China, Qingdao, 266100, China
- Frontiers Science Center for Deep Ocean Multispheres and Earth Systems, Key Laboratory of Marine Chemistry Theory and Technology, Ministry of Education/Sanya Oceanographic Institution, Ocean University of China, Sanya, 572024, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Guizhou Provincial People's Hospital, Guiyang, 55000, Guizhou, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Guizhou Provincial People's Hospital, Guiyang, 55000, Guizhou, China.
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- Frontiers Science Center for Deep Ocean Multispheres and Earth Systems, Key Laboratory of Marine Chemistry Theory and Technology, Ministry of Education/Sanya Oceanographic Institution, Ocean University of China, Qingdao, 266100, China
- Frontiers Science Center for Deep Ocean Multispheres and Earth Systems, Key Laboratory of Marine Chemistry Theory and Technology, Ministry of Education/Sanya Oceanographic Institution, Ocean University of China, Sanya, 572024, China
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- Frontiers Science Center for Deep Ocean Multispheres and Earth Systems, Key Laboratory of Marine Chemistry Theory and Technology, Ministry of Education/Sanya Oceanographic Institution, Ocean University of China, Qingdao, 266100, China
- Frontiers Science Center for Deep Ocean Multispheres and Earth Systems, Key Laboratory of Marine Chemistry Theory and Technology, Ministry of Education/Sanya Oceanographic Institution, Ocean University of China, Sanya, 572024, China
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- Frontiers Science Center for Deep Ocean Multispheres and Earth Systems, Key Laboratory of Marine Chemistry Theory and Technology, Ministry of Education/Sanya Oceanographic Institution, Ocean University of China, Qingdao, 266100, China
- Frontiers Science Center for Deep Ocean Multispheres and Earth Systems, Key Laboratory of Marine Chemistry Theory and Technology, Ministry of Education/Sanya Oceanographic Institution, Ocean University of China, Sanya, 572024, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Guizhou Provincial People's Hospital, Guiyang, 55000, Guizhou, China
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- College of Marine Life Sciences, Ocean University of China, Qingdao, 266100, China.
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- Frontiers Science Center for Deep Ocean Multispheres and Earth Systems, Key Laboratory of Marine Chemistry Theory and Technology, Ministry of Education/Sanya Oceanographic Institution, Ocean University of China, Qingdao, 266100, China
- Frontiers Science Center for Deep Ocean Multispheres and Earth Systems, Key Laboratory of Marine Chemistry Theory and Technology, Ministry of Education/Sanya Oceanographic Institution, Ocean University of China, Sanya, 572024, China
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- Division of Life Science, The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, Hong Kong SAR, 999077, China.
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- Frontiers Science Center for Deep Ocean Multispheres and Earth Systems, Key Laboratory of Marine Chemistry Theory and Technology, Ministry of Education/Sanya Oceanographic Institution, Ocean University of China, Qingdao, 266100, China.
- Frontiers Science Center for Deep Ocean Multispheres and Earth Systems, Key Laboratory of Marine Chemistry Theory and Technology, Ministry of Education/Sanya Oceanographic Institution, Ocean University of China, Sanya, 572024, China.
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Zhao Y, Lin Z, Liu W, Piao M, Li J, Zhang H. Controlled Release of Growth Factor from Heparin Embedded Poly(aldehyde guluronate) Hydrogels and Its Effect on Vascularization. Gels 2023; 9:589. [PMID: 37504468 PMCID: PMC10379275 DOI: 10.3390/gels9070589] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/13/2023] [Revised: 07/04/2023] [Accepted: 07/18/2023] [Indexed: 07/29/2023] Open
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To deliver growth factors controllably for tissue regeneration, poly(aldehyde guluronate) (PAG) was obtained from alginate and covalently cross-linked with aminated gelatin (AG) to form PAG/AG hydrogel as a growth factors carrier. The prepared hydrogel exhibits a slow degradation rate and excellent cytocompatibility. Heparin was conjugated with gelatin and embedded into the hydrogel to reserve and stabilize growth factors. Basic fibroblast growth factor (bFGF) was immobilized into the hydrogel and performed sustained release as the hydrogel degraded. The bFGF loaded hydrogel can improve vascularization effectively in a rat dorsal sac model. To summarize, heparin embedded PAG/AG hydrogels would serve as a promising biodegradable vehicle for the controlled delivery of growth factors and promoting vascularization in regenerative medicine.
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- Yilan Zhao
- School of Chemical Engineering and Technology, Tianjin University, Tianjin 300072, China
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- School of Science, Tianjin University, Tianjin 300072, China
- Key Laboratory of Resource Chemistry and Eco-Environmental Protection in Tibetan Plateau of State Ethnic Affairs Commission, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Qinghai Minzu University, Xining 810007, China
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Tianjin University, Tianjin 300072, China
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Tianjin University, Tianjin 300072, China
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- School of Chemical Engineering and Technology, Tianjin University, Tianjin 300072, China
- Key Laboratory of Resource Chemistry and Eco-Environmental Protection in Tibetan Plateau of State Ethnic Affairs Commission, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Qinghai Minzu University, Xining 810007, China
- Frontiers Science Center for Synthetic Biology and Key Laboratory of Systems Bioengineering (Ministry of Education), Tianjin University, Tianjin 300350, China
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- School of Chemical Engineering and Technology, Tianjin University, Tianjin 300072, China
- Frontiers Science Center for Synthetic Biology and Key Laboratory of Systems Bioengineering (Ministry of Education), Tianjin University, Tianjin 300350, China
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Liu C, Fan L, Guan M, Zheng Q, Jin J, Kang X, Gao Z, Deng X, Shen Y, Chu G, Chen J, Yu Z, Zhou L, Wang Y. A Redox Homeostasis Modulatory Hydrogel with GLRX3 + Extracellular Vesicles Attenuates Disc Degeneration by Suppressing Nucleus Pulposus Cell Senescence. ACS NANO 2023. [PMID: 37432866 DOI: 10.1021/acsnano.3c01713] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 13.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 07/13/2023]
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Characterized by nucleus pulposus (NP) cell senescence and extracellular matrix (ECM) degradation, disc degeneration is a common pathology for various degenerative spinal disorders. To date, effective treatments for disc degeneration are absent. Here, we found that Glutaredoxin3 (GLRX3) is an important redox-regulating molecule associated with NP cell senescence and disc degeneration. Using a hypoxic preconditioning method, we developed GLRX3+ mesenchymal stem cell-derived extracellular vehicles (EVs-GLRX3), which enhanced the cellular antioxidant defense, thus preventing reactive oxygen species (ROS) accumulation and senescence cascade expansion in vitro. Further, a disc tissue-like biopolymer-based supramolecular hydrogel, which was injectable, degradable, and ROS-responsive, was proposed to deliver EVs-GLRX3 for treating disc degeneration. Using a rat model of disc degeneration, we demonstrated that the EVs-GLRX3-loaded hydrogel attenuated mitochondrial damage, alleviated the NP senescence state, and restored ECM deposition by modulating the redox homeostasis. Our findings suggested that modulation of redox homeostasis in the disc can rejuvenate NP cell senescence and thus attenuate disc degeneration.
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- Can Liu
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou 310003, China
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Nanfang Hospital, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou 510515, China
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou 310003, China
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- Dr. Li Dak Sum & Yip Yio Chin Center for Stem Cells and Regenerative Medicine, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou 310030, China
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou 310003, China
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- School of Chemical Engineering and Light Industry, Guangdong University of Technology, Guangzhou 510006, China
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou 310003, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Ophthalmology, Zhongshan Ophthalmic Center, Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou 510060, China
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou 310003, China
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou 310003, China
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- Core Facilities, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou 310030, China
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- Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of New Drug Screening, School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou 510515, China
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- Guangzhou Key Laboratory of Spine Disease Prevention and Treatment, Department of Spine Surgery, The Third Affiliated Hospital, Guangzhou Medical University, Guangzhou 510150, China
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou 310003, China
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Wonski BT, Fisher B, Lam MT. Hydrogel Coating Optimization to Augment Engineered Soft Tissue Mechanics in Tissue-Engineered Blood Vessels. Bioengineering (Basel) 2023; 10:780. [PMID: 37508807 PMCID: PMC10376319 DOI: 10.3390/bioengineering10070780] [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: 04/26/2023] [Revised: 06/24/2023] [Accepted: 06/27/2023] [Indexed: 07/30/2023] Open
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Tissue engineering has the advantage of replicating soft tissue mechanics to better simulate and integrate into native soft tissue. However, soft tissue engineering has been fraught with issues of insufficient tissue strength to withstand physiological mechanical requirements. This factor is due to the lack of strength inherent in cell-only constructs and in the biomaterials used for soft tissue engineering and limited extracellular matrix (ECM) production possible in cell culture. To address this issue, we explored the use of an ECM-based hydrogel coating to serve as an adhesive tool, as demonstrated in vascular tissue engineering. The efficacy of cells to supplement mechanical strength in the coating was explored. Specifically, selected coatings were applied to an engineered artery tunica adventitia to accurately test their properties in a natural tissue support structure. Multiple iterations of three primary hydrogels with and without cells were tested: fibrin, collagen, and gelatin hydrogels with and without fibroblasts. The effectiveness of a natural crosslinker to further stabilize and strengthen the hydrogels was investigated, namely genipin extracted from the gardenia fruit. We found that gelatin crosslinked with genipin alone exhibited the highest tensile strength; however, fibrin gel supported cell viability the most. Overall, fibrin gel coating without genipin was deemed optimal for its balance in increasing mechanical strength while still supporting cell viability and was used in the final mechanical and hydrodynamic testing assessments. Engineered vessels coated in fibrin hydrogel with cells resulted in the highest tensile strength of all hydrogel-coated groups after 14 d in culture, demonstrating a tensile strength of 11.9 ± 2.91 kPa, compared to 5.67 ± 1.37 kPa for the next highest collagen hydrogel group. The effect of the fibrin hydrogel coating on burst pressure was tested on our strongest vessels composed of human aortic smooth muscle cells. A significant increase from our previously reported burst pressure of 51.3 ± 2.19 mmHg to 229 ± 23.8 mmHg was observed; however, more work is needed to render these vessels compliant with mechanical and biological criteria for blood vessel substitutes.
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- Bryan T Wonski
- Department of Biomedical Engineering, Wayne State University, Detroit, MI 48201, USA
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- Plymouth Family Dentistry, Plymouth, MI 48170, USA
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering, Wayne State University, Detroit, MI 48201, USA
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Snuggs JW, Emanuel KS, Rustenburg C, Janani R, Partridge S, Sammon C, Smit TH, Le Maitre CL. Injectable biomaterial induces regeneration of the intervertebral disc in a caprine loaded disc culture model. Biomater Sci 2023; 11:4630-4643. [PMID: 37204288 PMCID: PMC10294806 DOI: 10.1039/d3bm00150d] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/30/2023] [Accepted: 05/07/2023] [Indexed: 05/20/2023]
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Back pain is the leading cause of disability with half of cases attributed to intervertebral disc (IVD) degeneration, yet currently no therapies target this cause. We previously reported an ex vivo caprine loaded disc culture system (LDCS) that accurately represents the cellular phenotype and biomechanical environment of human IVD degeneration. Here, the efficacy of an injectable hydrogel system (LAPONITE® crosslinked pNIPAM-co-DMAc, (NPgel)) to halt or reverse the catabolic processes of IVD degeneration was investigated within the LDCS. Following enzymatic induction of degeneration using 1 mg mL-1 collagenase and 2 U mL-1 chondroitinase ABC within the LDCS for 7 days, IVDs were injected with NPgel alone or with encapsulated human bone marrow progenitor cells (BMPCs). Un-injected caprine discs served as degenerate controls. IVDs were cultured for a further 21 days within the LDCS. Tissues were then processed for histology and immunohistochemistry. No extrusion of NPgel was observed during culture. A significant decrease in histological grade of degeneration was seen in both IVDs injected with NPgel alone and NPgel seeded with BMPCs, compared to un-injected controls. Fissures within degenerate tissue were filled by NPgel and there was evidence of native cell migration into injected NPgel. The expression of healthy NP matrix markers (collagen type II and aggrecan) was increased, whereas the expression of catabolic proteins (MMP3, ADAMTS4, IL-1β and IL-8) was decreased in NPgel (±BMPCs) injected discs, compared to degenerate controls. This demonstrates that NPgel promotes new matrix production at the same time as halting the degenerative cascade within a physiologically relevant testing platform. This highlights the potential of NPgel as a future therapy for IVD degeneration.
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- Joseph W Snuggs
- Department of Oncology and Metabolism, Medical School, The University of Sheffield, Sheffield, UK.
- Biomolecular Sciences Research Centre, Sheffield Hallam University, Sheffield, UK
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- Amsterdam UMC, University of Amsterdam, Department of Orthopedic Surgery and Sports Medicine, Amsterdam Movement Sciences, Amsterdam, the Netherlands
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, CAPHRI Care and Public Health Research Institute, Maastricht University Medical Center+, Maastricht, the Netherlands
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- Amsterdam UMC, University of Amsterdam, Department of Orthopedic Surgery and Sports Medicine, Amsterdam Movement Sciences, Amsterdam, the Netherlands
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- Materials Engineering Research Institute, Sheffield Hallam University, Sheffield, UK
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- Materials Engineering Research Institute, Sheffield Hallam University, Sheffield, UK
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- Materials Engineering Research Institute, Sheffield Hallam University, Sheffield, UK
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- Amsterdam UMC, University of Amsterdam, Department of Orthopedic Surgery and Sports Medicine, Amsterdam Movement Sciences, Amsterdam, the Netherlands
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- Department of Oncology and Metabolism, Medical School, The University of Sheffield, Sheffield, UK.
- Biomolecular Sciences Research Centre, Sheffield Hallam University, Sheffield, UK
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Zhang A, Cheng Z, Chen Y, Shi P, Gan W, Zhang Y. Emerging tissue engineering strategies for annulus fibrosus therapy. Acta Biomater 2023:S1742-7061(23)00337-9. [PMID: 37330029 DOI: 10.1016/j.actbio.2023.06.012] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/12/2023] [Revised: 05/31/2023] [Accepted: 06/12/2023] [Indexed: 06/19/2023]
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Low back pain is a major public health concern experienced by 80% of the world's population during their lifetime, which is closely associated with intervertebral disc (IVD) herniation. IVD herniation manifests as the nucleus pulposus (NP) protruding beyond the boundaries of the intervertebral disc due to disruption of the annulus fibrosus (AF). With a deepening understanding of the importance of the AF structure in the pathogenesis of intervertebral disc degeneration, numerous advanced therapeutic strategies for AF based on tissue engineering, cellular regeneration, and gene therapy have emerged. However, there is still no consensus concerning the optimal approach for AF regeneration. In this review, we summarized strategies in the field of AF repair and highlighted ideal cell types and pro-differentiation targeting approaches for AF repair, and discussed the prospects and difficulties of implant systems combining cells and biomaterials to guide future research directions. STATEMENT OF SIGNIFICANCE: Low back pain is a major public health concern experienced by 80% of the world's population during their lifetime, which is closely associated with intervertebral disc (IVD) herniation. However, there is still no consensus concerning the optimal approach for annulus fibrosus (AF) regeneration. In this review, we summarized strategies in the field of AF repair and highlighted ideal cell types and pro-differentiation targeting approaches for AF repair, and discussed the prospects and difficulties of implant systems combining cells and biomaterials to guide future research directions.
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- Anran Zhang
- Department of Orthopedics, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan 430022, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan 430022, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan 430022, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan 430022, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan 430022, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan 430022, China.
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Wang Z, Jin X, Zhang B, Kong J, Deng R, Wu K, Xie L, Liu X, Kang R. Stress stimulation maintaining by genipin crosslinked hydrogel promotes annulus fibrosus healing. J Orthop Translat 2023; 40:104-115. [PMID: 37457311 PMCID: PMC10338907 DOI: 10.1016/j.jot.2023.05.010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/23/2023] [Revised: 04/20/2023] [Accepted: 05/30/2023] [Indexed: 07/18/2023] Open
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Objective To explore the repair effect of tissue engineering for annulus fibrosus (AF) injury in stress-stimulation environment. Methods Non-adhesive fibrinogen (Fib) representing the repair with non-stress stimulation and adhesive hydrogel of fibrinogen, thrombin and genipin mixture (Fib-T-G) representing the repair with stress stimulation were prepared to repair the AF lesion. The relationship between adhesion and stress stimulation was studied in rheological measurements, tension tests and atomic force microscopy (AFM) experiments. The repair effect of stress stimulation was studied in designed acellular AF scaffold models with fissures and defects. The models were repaired by the two different hydrogels, then implanted subcutaneously and cultured for 21 d in rats. Histology and qPCR of COL1A1, COL2A1, aggrecan, RhoA, and ROCK of the tissue engineering of the interface were evaluated afterward. Moreover, the repair effect was also studied in an AF fissure model in caudal disc of rats by the two different hydrogels. Discs were harvested after 21 d, and the disc degeneration score and AF healing quality were evaluated by histology. Result In interfacial stress experiment, Fib-T-G hydrogel showed greater viscosity than Fib hydrogel (24.67 ± 1.007 vs 459333 ± 169205 mPa s). Representative force-displacement and sample modulus for each group demonstrate that Fib-T-G group significantly increased the interfacial stress level and enhanced the modulus of samples, compared with Fib group (P < 0.01). The Fib-T-G group could better bond the interface to resist the loading strain force with the broken point at 1.11 ± 0.10 N compared to the Fib group at 0.12 ± 0.08 N (P < 0.01). Focusing on the interfacial healing in acellular AF scaffold model, compared with Fib + MSCs group, the fissure and defect were connected closely in Fib-T-G + MSCs group (P < 0.01). Relative higher gene expression of COL2A1 and RhoA in Fib-T-G + MSCs group than Fib + MSCs group in AF fissure and AF defect model (P < 0.05). The immunohistochemistry staining showed more positive staining of COL2A1 and RhoA in Fib-T-G + MSCs group than in Fib + MSCs group in both AF fissure and AF defect models. The degree of disc degeneration was more severe in Fib + MSCs group than Fib-T-G + MSCs group in vivo experiment (11.80 ± 1.11 vs 7.00 ± 1.76, P < 0.01). The dorsal AF defect in Fib-T-G + MSCs group (0.02 ± 0.01 mm2) was significantly smaller than that (0.13 ± 0.05 mm2) in Fib + MSCs group (P < 0.05). Immunohistochemical staining showed more positive staining of COL2A1 and Aggrecan in Fib-T-G + MSCs group than in Fib + MSCs group. Conclusion Genipin crosslinked hydrogel can bond the interface of AF lesions and transfer strain force. Stress stimulation maintained by adhesive hydrogel promotes AF healing. The translational potential of this article We believe the effect of stress stimulation could be concluded through this study and provides more ideals in mechanical effects for further research, which is a key technique for repairing intervertebral disc in clinic. The adhesive hydrogel of Fib-T-G+MSCs has low toxicity and helps bond the interface of AF lesion and transfer strain force, having great potential in the repair of AF lesion.
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- Zihan Wang
- The Third Clinical Medical College, Affiliated Hospital of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine, Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Nanjing, Jiangsu Province, 210028, PR China
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- The Third Clinical Medical College, Affiliated Hospital of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine, Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Nanjing, Jiangsu Province, 210028, PR China
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- The Third Clinical Medical College, Affiliated Hospital of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine, Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Nanjing, Jiangsu Province, 210028, PR China
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- The Third Clinical Medical College, Affiliated Hospital of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine, Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Nanjing, Jiangsu Province, 210028, PR China
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- The Third Clinical Medical College, Affiliated Hospital of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine, Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Nanjing, Jiangsu Province, 210028, PR China
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- The Third Clinical Medical College, Affiliated Hospital of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine, Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Nanjing, Jiangsu Province, 210028, PR China
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- The Third Clinical Medical College, Affiliated Hospital of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine, Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Nanjing, Jiangsu Province, 210028, PR China
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- The Third Clinical Medical College, Affiliated Hospital of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine, Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Nanjing, Jiangsu Province, 210028, PR China
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- The Third Clinical Medical College, Affiliated Hospital of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine, Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Nanjing, Jiangsu Province, 210028, PR China
- Department of Orthopedics, Nanjing Lishui Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Nanjing, Jiangsu Province, 210028, PR China
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Correia C, Reis RL, Pashkuleva I, Alves NM. Adhesive and self-healing materials for central nervous system repair. BIOMATERIALS ADVANCES 2023; 151:213439. [PMID: 37146528 DOI: 10.1016/j.bioadv.2023.213439] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/11/2023] [Revised: 04/14/2023] [Accepted: 04/19/2023] [Indexed: 05/07/2023]
Abstract
The central nervous system (CNS) has a limited ability to regenerate after a traumatic injury or a disease due to the low capacity of the neurons to re-grow and the inhibitory environment formed in situ. Current therapies include the use of drugs and rehabilitation, which do not fully restore the CNS functions and only delay the pathology progression. Tissue engineering offers a simple and versatile solution for this problem through the use of bioconstructs that promote nerve tissue repair by bridging cavity spaces. In this approach, the choice of biomaterial is crucial. Herein, we present recent advances in the design and development of adhesive and self-healing materials that support CNS healing. The adhesive materials have the advantage of promoting recovery without the use of needles or sewing, while the self-healing materials have the capacity to restore the tissue integrity without the need for external intervention. These materials can be used alone or in combination with cells and/or bioactive agents to control the inflammation, formation of free radicals, and proteases activity. We discuss the advantages and drawbacks of different systems. The remaining challenges that can bring these materials to clinical reality are also briefly presented.
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- Cátia Correia
- 3B's Research Group, I3Bs - Research Institute on Biomaterials, Biodegradables and Biomimetics, University of Minho, Headquarters of the European Institute of Excellence on Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine, AvePark, Parque de Ciência e Tecnologia, Zona Industrial da Gandra, Barco, 4805-017 Guimarães, Portugal; ICVS/3B's-PT Government Associate Laboratory, Braga/Guimarães, Portugal
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- 3B's Research Group, I3Bs - Research Institute on Biomaterials, Biodegradables and Biomimetics, University of Minho, Headquarters of the European Institute of Excellence on Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine, AvePark, Parque de Ciência e Tecnologia, Zona Industrial da Gandra, Barco, 4805-017 Guimarães, Portugal; ICVS/3B's-PT Government Associate Laboratory, Braga/Guimarães, Portugal
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- 3B's Research Group, I3Bs - Research Institute on Biomaterials, Biodegradables and Biomimetics, University of Minho, Headquarters of the European Institute of Excellence on Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine, AvePark, Parque de Ciência e Tecnologia, Zona Industrial da Gandra, Barco, 4805-017 Guimarães, Portugal; ICVS/3B's-PT Government Associate Laboratory, Braga/Guimarães, Portugal
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- 3B's Research Group, I3Bs - Research Institute on Biomaterials, Biodegradables and Biomimetics, University of Minho, Headquarters of the European Institute of Excellence on Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine, AvePark, Parque de Ciência e Tecnologia, Zona Industrial da Gandra, Barco, 4805-017 Guimarães, Portugal; ICVS/3B's-PT Government Associate Laboratory, Braga/Guimarães, Portugal.
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Wöltje M, Künzelmann L, Belgücan B, Croft AS, Voumard B, Bracher S, Zysset P, Gantenbein B, Cherif C, Aibibu D. Textile Design of an Intervertebral Disc Replacement Device from Silk Yarn. Biomimetics (Basel) 2023; 8:biomimetics8020152. [PMID: 37092404 PMCID: PMC10123607 DOI: 10.3390/biomimetics8020152] [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: 03/16/2023] [Revised: 04/06/2023] [Accepted: 04/09/2023] [Indexed: 04/25/2023] Open
Abstract
Low back pain is often due to degeneration of the intervertebral discs (IVD). It is one of the most common age- and work-related problems in today's society. Current treatments are not able to efficiently restore the full function of the IVD. Therefore, the aim of the present work was to reconstruct the two parts of the intervertebral disc-the annulus fibrosus (AF) and the nucleus pulposus (NP)-in such a way that the natural structural features were mimicked by a textile design. Silk was selected as the biomaterial for realization of a textile IVD because of its cytocompatibility, biodegradability, high strength, stiffness, and toughness, both in tension and compression. Therefore, an embroidered structure made of silk yarn was developed that reproduces the alternating fiber structure of +30° and -30° fiber orientation found in the AF and mimics its lamellar structure. The developed embroidered ribbons showed a tensile strength that corresponded to that of the natural AF. Fiber additive manufacturing with 1 mm silk staple fibers was used to replicate the fiber network of the NP and generate an open porous textile 3D structure that may serve as a reinforcement structure for the gel-like NP.
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- Michael Wöltje
- Institute of Textile Machinery and High-Performance Material Technology, Technische Universität Dresden, 01602 Dresden, Germany
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- Institute of Textile Machinery and High-Performance Material Technology, Technische Universität Dresden, 01602 Dresden, Germany
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- Institute of Textile Machinery and High-Performance Material Technology, Technische Universität Dresden, 01602 Dresden, Germany
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- Tissue Engineering for Orthopaedic and Mechanobiology, Bone and Joint Program, Department for BioMedical Research (DBMR), Medical Faculty, University of Bern, 3008 Bern, Switzerland
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- ARTORG Center for Biomedical Engineering Research, University of Bern, 3008 Bern, Switzerland
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- ARTORG Center for Biomedical Engineering Research, University of Bern, 3008 Bern, Switzerland
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- ARTORG Center for Biomedical Engineering Research, University of Bern, 3008 Bern, Switzerland
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- Tissue Engineering for Orthopaedic and Mechanobiology, Bone and Joint Program, Department for BioMedical Research (DBMR), Medical Faculty, University of Bern, 3008 Bern, Switzerland
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery and Traumatology, Inselspital, University of Bern, 3010 Bern, Switzerland
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- Institute of Textile Machinery and High-Performance Material Technology, Technische Universität Dresden, 01602 Dresden, Germany
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- Institute of Textile Machinery and High-Performance Material Technology, Technische Universität Dresden, 01602 Dresden, Germany
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Bhujel B, Yang SS, Kim HR, Kim SB, Min BH, Choi BH, Han I. An Injectable Engineered Cartilage Gel Improves Intervertebral Disc Repair in a Rat Nucleotomy Model. Int J Mol Sci 2023; 24:3146. [PMID: 36834559 PMCID: PMC9966384 DOI: 10.3390/ijms24043146] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/15/2022] [Revised: 01/19/2023] [Accepted: 02/03/2023] [Indexed: 02/09/2023] Open
Abstract
Lower back pain is a major problem caused by intervertebral disc degeneration. A common surgical procedure is lumbar partial discectomy (excision of the herniated disc causing nerve root compression), which results in further disc degeneration, severe lower back pain, and disability after discectomy. Thus, the development of disc regenerative therapies for patients who require lumbar partial discectomy is crucial. Here, we investigated the effectiveness of an engineered cartilage gel utilizing human fetal cartilage-derived progenitor cells (hFCPCs) on intervertebral disc repair in a rat tail nucleotomy model. Eight-week-old female Sprague-Dawley rats were randomized into three groups to undergo intradiscal injection of (1) cartilage gel, (2) hFCPCs, or (3) decellularized extracellular matrix (ECM) (n = 10/each group). The treatment materials were injected immediately after nucleotomy of the coccygeal discs. The coccygeal discs were removed six weeks after implantation for radiologic and histological analysis. Implantation of the cartilage gel promoted degenerative disc repair compared to hFCPCs or hFCPC-derived ECM by increasing the cellularity and matrix integrity, promoting reconstruction of nucleus pulposus, restoring disc hydration, and downregulating inflammatory cytokines and pain. Our results demonstrate that cartilage gel has higher therapeutic potential than its cellular or ECM component alone, and support further translation to large animal models and human subjects.
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- Basanta Bhujel
- Department of Biomedical Science, College of Life Sciences, CHA University, Seongnam 13496, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Kyung Hee University, Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul 02447, Republic of Korea
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- ATEMs Inc., Seoul 02447, Republic of Korea
- Wake Forest Institute of Regenerative Medicine, School of Medicine, Wake Forest University, Winston Salem, NC 27101, USA
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- ATEMs Inc., Seoul 02447, Republic of Korea
- Department of Biomedical Sciences, Inha University College of Medicine, Incheon 22212, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Neurosurgery, CHA Bundang Medical Center, School of Medicine, CHA University, Seongnam 13496, Republic of Korea
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Panebianco CJ, Dutta P, Frost JR, Huang A, Kim OS, Iatridis JC, Vernengo AJ, Weiser JR. Teaching Tissue Repair Through an Inquiry-Based Learning Bioadhesives Module. BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING EDUCATION 2023; 3:61-74. [PMID: 37200536 PMCID: PMC10187775 DOI: 10.1007/s43683-022-00087-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/11/2022] [Accepted: 09/27/2022] [Indexed: 05/20/2023]
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Bioadhesives are an important class of biomaterials for wound healing, hemostasis, and tissue repair. To develop the next generation of bioadhesives, there is a societal need to teach trainees about their design, engineering, and testing. This study designed, implemented, and evaluated a hands-on, inquiry-based learning (IBL) module to teach bioadhesives to undergraduate, master's, and PhD/postdoctoral trainees. Approximately 30 trainees across three international institutions participated in this IBL bioadhesives module, which was designed to last approximately 3 h. This IBL module was designed to teach trainees about how bioadhesives are used for tissue repair, how to engineer bioadhesives for different biomedical applications, and how to assess the efficacy of bioadhesives. The IBL bioadhesives module resulted in significant learning gains for all cohorts; whereby, trainees scored an average of 45.5% on the pre-test assessment and 69.0% on the post-test assessment. The undergraduate cohort experienced the greatest learning gains of 34.2 points, which was expected since they had the least theoretical and applied knowledge about bioadhesives. Validated pre/post-survey assessments showed that trainees also experienced significant improvements in scientific literacy from completing this module. Similar to the pre/post-test, improvements in scientific literacy were most significant for the undergraduate cohort since they had the least amount of experience with scientific inquiry. Instructors can use this module, as described, to introduce undergraduate, master's, and PhD/postdoctoral trainees to principles of bioadhesives.
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- Christopher J. Panebianco
- Leni and Peter W. May Department of Orthopaedics, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, New York, NY, USA
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA, USA
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art, 41 Cooper Square, New York, NY 10003, USA
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art, 41 Cooper Square, New York, NY 10003, USA
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art, 41 Cooper Square, New York, NY 10003, USA
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art, 41 Cooper Square, New York, NY 10003, USA
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- Leni and Peter W. May Department of Orthopaedics, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, New York, NY, USA
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- Regenerative Orthopaedics Program, AO Research Institute, Clavadelerstrasse 8, 7270 Davos, Switzerland
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art, 41 Cooper Square, New York, NY 10003, USA
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Demott CJ, Grunlan MA. Emerging polymeric material strategies for cartilage repair. J Mater Chem B 2022; 10:9578-9589. [PMID: 36373438 DOI: 10.1039/d2tb02005j] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Cartilage is found throughout the body, serving an array of essential functions. Owing to the limited healing capacity of cartilage, damage or degeneration is often permanent and so requires clinical intervention. Established surgical techniques generally rely on biological grafting. However, recent advances in polymeric materials provide an encouraging alternative to overcome limits of auto- and allografts. For regenerative engineering of cartilage, a polymeric scaffold ideally supports and instructs tissue regeneration while also providing mechanical integrity. Scaffolds direct regeneration via chemical and mechanical cues, as well as delivery and support of exogenous cells and bioactive factors. Advanced polymeric scaffolds aim to direct regeneration locally, replicating the heterogeneities of native tissues. Alternatively, new cartilage-mimetic hydrogels have potential to serve as synthetic cartilage replacements. Prepared as multi-network or composite hydrogels, the most promising candidates have simultaneously realized the hydration, mechanical, and tribological properties of native cartilage. Collectively, the recent rise in polymers for cartilage regeneration and replacement proposes a changing paradigm, with a new generation of materials paving the way for improved clinical outcomes.
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- Connor J Demott
- Department of Biomedical Engineering, Texas A&M University, College Station, TX 77843-3003, USA
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering, Texas A&M University, College Station, TX 77843-3003, USA.,Department of Materials Science & Engineering, Texas A&M University, College Station, TX 77843-3003, USA.,Department of Chemistry, Texas A&M University, College Station, TX 77843-3003, USA.
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