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Velot É, Balmayor ER, Bertoni L, Chubinskaya S, Cicuttini F, de Girolamo L, Demoor M, Grigolo B, Jones E, Kon E, Lisignoli G, Murphy M, Noël D, Vinatier C, van Osch GJVM, Cucchiarini M. Women's contribution to stem cell research for osteoarthritis: an opinion paper. Front Cell Dev Biol 2023; 11:1209047. [PMID: 38174070 PMCID: PMC10762903 DOI: 10.3389/fcell.2023.1209047] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/20/2023] [Accepted: 09/18/2023] [Indexed: 01/05/2024] Open
Affiliation(s)
- Émilie Velot
- Laboratory of Molecular Engineering and Articular Physiopathology (IMoPA), French National Centre for Scientific Research, University of Lorraine, Nancy, France
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- Experimental Orthopaedics and Trauma Surgery, Department of Orthopaedic, Trauma, and Reconstructive Surgery, RWTH Aachen University Hospital, Aachen, Germany
- Rehabilitation Medicine Research Center, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN, United States
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- CIRALE, USC 957, BPLC, École Nationale Vétérinaire d'Alfort, Maisons-Alfort, France
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- Musculoskeletal Unit, Monash University and Rheumatology, Alfred Hospital, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
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- IRCCS Ospedale Galeazzi - Sant'Ambrogio, Orthopaedic Biotechnology Laboratory, Milan, Italy
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- Normandie University, UNICAEN, BIOTARGEN, Caen, France
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- IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Laboratorio RAMSES, Bologna, Italy
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- Leeds Institute of Rheumatic and Musculoskeletal Medicine, Leeds, United Kingdom
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- IRCCS Humanitas Research Hospital, Milan, Italy
- Department ofBiomedical Sciences, Humanitas University, Milan, Italy
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- IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Laboratorio di Immunoreumatologia e Rigenerazione Tissutale, Bologna, Italy
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- Regenerative Medicine Institute (REMEDI), School of Medicine, University of Galway, Galway, Ireland
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- IRMB, University of Montpellier, Inserm, CHU Montpellier, Montpellier, France
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- Nantes Université, Oniris, INSERM, Regenerative Medicine and Skeleton, Nantes, France
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- Department of Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine and Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Department of Biomechanical Engineering, University Medical Center Rotterdam, Faculty of Mechanical, Maritime and Materials Engineering, Delft University of Technology, Delft, Netherlands
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- Center of Experimental Orthopedics, Saarland University and Saarland University Medical Center, Homburg/Saar, Germany
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Mahdavi-Jouibari F, Parseh B, Kazeminejad E, Khosravi A. Hopes and opportunities of stem cells from human exfoliated deciduous teeth (SHED) in cartilage tissue regeneration. Front Bioeng Biotechnol 2023; 11:1021024. [PMID: 36860887 PMCID: PMC9968979 DOI: 10.3389/fbioe.2023.1021024] [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: 08/16/2022] [Accepted: 01/30/2023] [Indexed: 02/17/2023] Open
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Cartilage lesions are common conditions, affecting elderly and non-athletic populations. Despite recent advances, cartilage regeneration remains a major challenge today. The absence of an inflammatory response following damage and the inability of stem cells to penetrate into the healing site due to the absence of blood and lymph vessels are assumed to hinder joint repair. Stem cell-based regeneration and tissue engineering have opened new horizons for treatment. With advances in biological sciences, especially stem cell research, the function of various growth factors in the regulation of cell proliferation and differentiation has been established. Mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) isolated from different tissues have been shown to increase into therapeutically relevant cell numbers and differentiate into mature chondrocytes. As MSCs can differentiate and become engrafted inside the host, they are considered suitable candidates for cartilage regeneration. Stem cells from human exfoliated deciduous teeth (SHED) provide a novel and non-invasive source of MSCs. Due to their simple isolation, chondrogenic differentiation potential, and minimal immunogenicity, they can be an interesting option for cartilage regeneration. Recent studies have reported that SHED-derived secretome contains biomolecules and compounds that efficiently promote regeneration in damaged tissues, including cartilage. Overall, this review highlighted the advances and challenges of cartilage regeneration using stem cell-based therapies by focusing on SHED.
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- Forough Mahdavi-Jouibari
- Department of Medical Biotechnology, Faculty of Advanced Medical Technologies, Golestan University of Medical Sciences, Gorgan, Iran
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- Stem Cell Research Center, Golestan University of Medical Sciences, Gorgan, Iran,Faculty of Advanced Medical Technologies, Golestan University of Medical Sciences, Gorgan, Iran
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- Stem Cell Research Center, Golestan University of Medical Sciences, Gorgan, Iran,Dental Research Center, Golestan University of Medical Sciences, Gorgan, Iran,*Correspondence: Ezatolah Kazeminejad, Dr. ; Ayyoob Khosravi,
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- Stem Cell Research Center, Golestan University of Medical Sciences, Gorgan, Iran,Department of Molecular Medicine, Faculty of Advanced Medical Technologies, Golestan University of Medical Sciences, Gorgan, Iran,*Correspondence: Ezatolah Kazeminejad, Dr. ; Ayyoob Khosravi,
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Zhu Y, Fu W. Peripheral Blood-Derived Stem Cells for the Treatment of Cartilage Injuries: A Systematic Review. Front Bioeng Biotechnol 2022; 10:956614. [PMID: 35935493 PMCID: PMC9355401 DOI: 10.3389/fbioe.2022.956614] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/30/2022] [Accepted: 06/22/2022] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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Background: The treatment of cartilage damage is a hot topic at present, and cell therapy is an emerging alternative therapy. Stem cells derived from peripheral blood have become the focus of current research due to the ease of obtaining materials and a wide range of sources.Methods: We used a text search strategy using the [“mesenchymal stem cells” (MeSH term) OR “MSC” OR “BMMSC” OR “PBMSC” OR” PBMNC” OR “peripheral blood stem cells”] AND (cartilage injury [MeSH term] OR “cartilage” OR “chondral lesion”). After searching the literature, through the inclusion and exclusion criteria, the last included articles were systematically reviewed.Result: We found that peripheral blood-derived stem cells have chondrogenic differentiation ability and can induce chondrogenic differentiation and repair in vivo and have statistical significance in clinical and imaging prognosis. It is an improvement of academic differences. Compared with the bone marrow, peripheral blood is easier to obtain, widely sourced, and simple to obtain. In the future, peripheral blood will be a more potential cell source for cell therapy in the treatment of cartilage damage.Conclusion: Stem cells derived from peripheral blood can repair cartilage and are an important resource for the treatment of cartilage damage in the future. The specific mechanism and way of repairing cartilage need further study.
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Bhogoju S, Khan S, Subramanian A. Continuous Low-Intensity Ultrasound Preserves Chondrogenesis of Mesenchymal Stromal Cells in the Presence of Cytokines by Inhibiting NFκB Activation. Biomolecules 2022; 12:434. [PMID: 35327626 PMCID: PMC8946190 DOI: 10.3390/biom12030434] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [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: 01/01/2022] [Revised: 02/21/2022] [Accepted: 03/03/2022] [Indexed: 02/04/2023] Open
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Proinflammatory joint environment, coupled with impeded chondrogenic differentiation of mesenchymal stromal cells (MSCs), led to inferior cartilage repair outcomes. Nuclear translocation of phosphorylated-NFκB downregulates SOX9 and hinders the chondrogenesis of MSCs. Strategies that minimize the deleterious effects of NFκB, while promoting MSC chondrogenesis, are of interest. This study establishes the ability of continuous low-intensity ultrasound (cLIUS) to preserve MSC chondrogenesis in a proinflammatory environment. MSCs were seeded in alginate:collagen hydrogels and cultured for 21 days in an ultrasound-assisted bioreactor (5.0 MHz, 2.5 Vpp; 4 applications/day) in the presence of IL1β and evaluated by qRT-PCR and immunofluorescence. The differential expression of markers associated with the NFκB pathway was assessed upon a single exposure of cLIUS and assayed by Western blotting, qRT-PCR, and immunofluorescence. Mitochondrial potential was evaluated by tetramethylrhodamine methyl ester (TMRM) assay. The chondroinductive potential of cLIUS was noted by the increased expression of SOX9 and COLII. cLIUS extended its chondroprotective effects by stabilizing the NFκB complex in the cytoplasm via engaging the IκBα feedback mechanism, thus preventing its nuclear translocation. cLIUS acted as a mitochondrial protective agent by restoring the mitochondrial potential and the mitochondrial mRNA expression in a proinflammatory environment. Altogether, our results demonstrated the potential of cLIUS for cartilage repair and regeneration under proinflammatory conditions.
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- Department of Chemical and Materials Engineering, The University of Alabama in Huntsville, Huntsville, AL 35899, USA; (S.B.); (S.K.)
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Umbilical Cord Mesenchymal Stromal Cells for Cartilage Regeneration Applications. Stem Cells Int 2022; 2022:2454168. [PMID: 35035489 PMCID: PMC8758292 DOI: 10.1155/2022/2454168] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/18/2021] [Revised: 10/13/2021] [Accepted: 11/23/2021] [Indexed: 11/30/2022] Open
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Chondropathies are increasing worldwide, but effective treatments are currently lacking. Mesenchymal stromal cell (MSCs) transplantation represents a promising approach to counteract the degenerative and inflammatory environment characterizing those pathologies, such as osteoarthritis (OA) and rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Umbilical cord- (UC-) MSCs gained increasing interest due to their multilineage differentiation potential, immunomodulatory, and anti-inflammatory properties as well as higher proliferation rates, abundant supply along with no risks for the donor compared to adult MSCs. In addition, UC-MSCs are physiologically adapted to survive in an ischemic and nutrient-poor environment as well as to produce an extracellular matrix (ECM) similar to that of the cartilage. All these characteristics make UC-MSCs a pivotal source for a stem cell-based treatment of chondropathies. In this review, the regenerative potential of UC-MSCs for the treatment of cartilage diseases will be discussed focusing on in vitro, in vivo, and clinical studies.
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Peck SH, Bendigo JR, Tobias JW, Dodge GR, Malhotra NR, Mauck RL, Smith LJ. Hypoxic Preconditioning Enhances Bone Marrow-Derived Mesenchymal Stem Cell Survival in a Low Oxygen and Nutrient-Limited 3D Microenvironment. Cartilage 2021; 12:512-525. [PMID: 30971109 PMCID: PMC8461160 DOI: 10.1177/1947603519841675] [Citation(s) in RCA: 34] [Impact Index Per Article: 11.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/08/2023] Open
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OBJECTIVE Skeletal tissues such as intervertebral disc and articular cartilage possess limited innate potential to regenerate, in part due to their avascularity and low cell density. Despite recent advances in mesenchymal stem cell (MSC)-based disc and cartilage regeneration, key challenges remain, including the sensitivity of these cells to in vivo microenvironmental stress such as low oxygen and limited nutrition. The objective of this study was to investigate whether preconditioning with hypoxia and/or transforming growth factor-β 3 (TGF-β3) can enhance MSC survival and extracellular matrix production in a low oxygen and nutrient-limited microenvironment. DESIGN MSCs from multiple bovine donors were preconditioned in monolayer in normoxia or hypoxia, with or without TGF-β3, and the global effects on gene expression were examined using microarrays. Subsequently, the effects of preconditioning on MSC survival and extracellular matrix production were examined using low oxygen and nutrient-limited pellet culture experiments. RESULTS Hypoxic preconditioning resulted in upregulation of genes associated with growth, cell-cell signaling, metabolism, and cell stress response pathways, and significantly enhanced MSC survival for all donors in low oxygen and nutrient-limited pellet culture. In contrast, TGF-β3 preconditioning diminished survival. The nature and magnitude of the effects of preconditioning with either hypoxia or TGF-β3 on glycosaminoglycan production were donor dependent. CONCLUSIONS These results strongly support the use of hypoxic preconditioning to improve postimplantation MSC survival in avascular tissues such as disc and cartilage.
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- Sun H. Peck
- Department of Neurosurgery, Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA, USA,McKay Orthopaedic Research Laboratory, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA, USA,Translational Musculoskeletal Research Center, Corporal Michael J. Crescenz VA Medical Center, Philadelphia, PA, USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA, USA,McKay Orthopaedic Research Laboratory, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA, USA,Translational Musculoskeletal Research Center, Corporal Michael J. Crescenz VA Medical Center, Philadelphia, PA, USA
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- Penn Genomic Analysis Core, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA, USA
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- McKay Orthopaedic Research Laboratory, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA, USA,Translational Musculoskeletal Research Center, Corporal Michael J. Crescenz VA Medical Center, Philadelphia, PA, USA,Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA, USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA, USA,McKay Orthopaedic Research Laboratory, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA, USA
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- McKay Orthopaedic Research Laboratory, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA, USA,Translational Musculoskeletal Research Center, Corporal Michael J. Crescenz VA Medical Center, Philadelphia, PA, USA,Department of Bioengineering, School of Engineering and Applied Science, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA, USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA, USA,McKay Orthopaedic Research Laboratory, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA, USA,Translational Musculoskeletal Research Center, Corporal Michael J. Crescenz VA Medical Center, Philadelphia, PA, USA,Lachlan J. Smith, Department of Neurosurgery, University of Pennsylvania, 371 Stemmler Hall, 3450 Hamilton Walk, Philadelphia, PA 19104, USA.
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Vahedi P, Moghaddamshahabi R, Webster TJ, Calikoglu Koyuncu AC, Ahmadian E, Khan WS, Jimale Mohamed A, Eftekhari A. The Use of Infrapatellar Fat Pad-Derived Mesenchymal Stem Cells in Articular Cartilage Regeneration: A Review. Int J Mol Sci 2021; 22:ijms22179215. [PMID: 34502123 PMCID: PMC8431575 DOI: 10.3390/ijms22179215] [Citation(s) in RCA: 47] [Impact Index Per Article: 15.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/25/2021] [Revised: 08/18/2021] [Accepted: 08/23/2021] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
Abstract
Cartilage is frequently damaged with a limited capacity for repair. Current treatment strategies are insufficient as they form fibrocartilage as opposed to hyaline cartilage, and do not prevent the progression of degenerative changes. There is increasing interest in the use of autologous mesenchymal stem cells (MSC) for tissue regeneration. MSCs that are used to treat articular cartilage defects must not only present a robust cartilaginous production capacity, but they also must not cause morbidity at the harvest site. In addition, they should be easy to isolate from the tissue and expand in culture without terminal differentiation. The source of MSCs is one of the most important factors that may affect treatment. The infrapatellar fat pad (IPFP) acts as an important reservoir for MSC and is located in the anterior compartment of the knee joint in the extra-synovial area. The IPFP is a rich source of MSCs, and in this review, we discuss studies that demonstrate that these cells have shown many advantages over other tissues in terms of ease of isolation, expansion, and chondrogenic differentiation. Future studies in articular cartilage repair strategies and suitable extraction as well as cell culture methods will extend the therapeutical application of IPFP-derived MSCs into additional orthopedic fields, such as osteoarthritis. This review provides the latest research concerning the use of IPFP-derived MSCs in the treatment of articular cartilage damage, providing critical information for the field to grow.
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- Parviz Vahedi
- Department of Anatomical Sciences, Maragheh University of Medical Sciences, Maragheh 78151-55158, Iran;
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- Faculty of Pharmacy, Eastern Mediterranean University, Famagusta 99628, North Cyprus, Turkey;
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, Northeastern University, 360 Huntington Avenue, Boston, MA 02115, USA;
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- Materials and Metallurgical Engineering Department, Faculty of Technology, Marmara University, Istanbul 34722, Turkey;
- Center for Nanotechnology & Biomaterials Application and Research (NBUAM), Marmara University, Istanbul 34722, Turkey
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- Kidney Research Center, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz 51666-15731, Iran;
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- Division of Trauma & Orthopaedic Surgery, Addenbrooke’s Hospital, University of Cambridge, Cambridge CB2 0QQ, UK
- Correspondence: (W.S.K.); (A.E.)
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- Department of Pharmacology, Faculty of Medicine, Somali National University, Mogadishu 801, Somalia;
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- Department of Toxicology and Pharmacology, Maragheh University of Medical Sciences, Maragheh 78151-55158, Iran
- Department of Synthesis and Characterization of Polymers, Polymer Institute, Slovak Academy of Sciences (SAS), Dúbravská cesta, 9, 845 41 Bratislava, Slovakia
- Correspondence: (W.S.K.); (A.E.)
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Ryu DJ, Jeon YS, Park JS, Bae GC, Kim JS, Kim MK. Comparison of Bone Marrow Aspirate Concentrate and Allogenic Human Umbilical Cord Blood Derived Mesenchymal Stem Cell Implantation on Chondral Defect of Knee: Assessment of Clinical and Magnetic Resonance Imaging Outcomes at 2-Year Follow-Up. Cell Transplant 2021; 29:963689720943581. [PMID: 32713192 PMCID: PMC7563925 DOI: 10.1177/0963689720943581] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/12/2022] Open
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Biological repair of cartilage lesions remains a significant clinical challenge. A wide variety of methods involving mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) have been introduced. Because of the limitation of the results, most of the treatment methods have not yet been approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). However, bone marrow aspirate concentrate (BMAC) and human umbilical cord blood derived mesenchymal stem cells (hUCB-MSCs) implantation were approved by Korea FDA. The aim of this study was to evaluate clinical and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) outcomes after two different types of MSCs implantation in knee osteoarthritis. Fifty-two patients (52 knees) who underwent cartilage repair surgery using the BMAC (25 knees) and hUCB-MSCs (27 knees) were retrospectively evaluated for 2 years after surgery. Clinical outcomes were evaluated according to the score of visual analogue scale (VAS), the International Knee Documentation Committee (IKDC) subjective, and the Knee Injury and Osteoarthritis Outcome Score (KOOS). Cartilage repair was assessed according to the modified Magnetic Resonance Observation of Cartilage Repair Tissue (M-MOCART) score and the International Cartilage Repair Society (ICRS) cartilage repair scoring system. At 2-year follow-up, clinical outcomes including VAS, IKDC, and KOOS significantly improved (P < 0.05) in both groups; however, there were no differences between two groups. There was no significant difference in M-MOCART [1-year (P = 0.261), 2-year (P = 0.351)] and ICRS repair score (P = 0.655) between two groups. Both groups showed satisfactory clinical and MRI outcomes. Implantation of MSCs from BMAC or hUCB-MSCs is safe and effective for repairing cartilage lesion. However, large cases and a well-controlled prospective design with long-term follow-up studies are needed.
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- Dong Jin Ryu
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, College of Medicine, Inha University, Incheon, Korea
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, College of Medicine, Inha University, Incheon, Korea
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, College of Medicine, Inha University, Incheon, Korea
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, College of Medicine, Inha University, Incheon, Korea
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, College of Medicine, Inha University, Incheon, Korea
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, College of Medicine, Inha University, Incheon, Korea
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Fülber J, Agreste FR, Seidel SRT, Sotelo EDP, Barbosa ÂP, Michelacci YM, Baccarin RYA. Chondrogenic potential of mesenchymal stem cells from horses using a magnetic 3D cell culture system. World J Stem Cells 2021; 13:645-658. [PMID: 34249233 PMCID: PMC8246251 DOI: 10.4252/wjsc.v13.i6.645] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/05/2021] [Revised: 03/29/2021] [Accepted: 06/04/2021] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) represent a promising therapy for the treatment of equine joint diseases, studied due to their possible immunomodulatory characteristics and regenerative capacity. However, the source of most suitable MSCs for producing cartilage for regenerative processes in conjunction with biomaterials for an enhanced function is yet to be established. AIM To compare the chondrogenicity of MSCs derived from synovial fluid, bone marrow, and adipose tissue of horses, using the aggrecan synthesis. METHODS MSCs from ten horses were cultured, phenotypic characterization was done with antibodies CD90, CD44 and CD34 and were differentiated into chondrocytes. The 3D cell culture system in which biocompatible nanoparticles consisting of gold, iron oxide, and poly-L-lysine were added to the cells, and they were forced by magnets to form one microspheroid. The microspheroids were exposed to a commercial culture medium for 4 d, 7 d, 14 d, and 21 d. Proteoglycan extraction was performed, and aggrecan was quantified by enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay. Keratan sulfate and aggrecan in the microspheroids were identified and localized by immunofluorescence. RESULTS All cultured cells showed fibroblast-like appearance, the ability to adhere to the plastic surface, and were positive for CD44 and CD90, thus confirming the characteristics and morphology of MSCs. The soluble protein concentrations were higher in the microspheroids derived from adipose tissue. The aggrecan concentration and the ratio of aggrecan to soluble proteins were higher in microspheroids derived from synovial fluid than in those derived from bone marrow, thereby showing chondrogenic superiority. Microspheroids from all sources expressed aggrecan and keratan sulfate when observed using confocal immunofluorescence microscopy. All sources of MSCs can synthesize aggrecan, however, MSCs from synovial fluid and adipose tissue have demonstrated better biocompatibility in a 3D environment, thus suggesting chondrogenic superiority. CONCLUSION All sources of MSCs produce hyaline cartilage; however, the use of synovial liquid or adipose tissue should be recommended when it is intended for use with biomaterials or scaffolds.
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- Joice Fülber
- Departamento de Clínica Médica, Medicina Veterinária e Zootecnia, Universidade de São Paulo, São Paulo 05506-270, Brazil.
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- Departamento de Clínica Médica, Medicina Veterinária e Zootecnia, Universidade de São Paulo, São Paulo 05506-270, Brazil
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- Departamento de Clínica Médica, Medicina Veterinária e Zootecnia, Universidade de São Paulo, São Paulo 05506-270, Brazil
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- Departamento de Clínica Médica, Medicina Veterinária e Zootecnia, Universidade de São Paulo, São Paulo 05506-270, Brazil
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- Departamento de Clínica Médica, Medicina Veterinária e Zootecnia, Universidade de São Paulo, São Paulo 05506-270, Brazil
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- Departamento de Bioquímica, Escola Paulista de Medicina, Universidade Federal de São Paulo, São Paulo 04044-020, Brazil
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- Departamento de Clínica Médica, Medicina Veterinária e Zootecnia, Universidade de São Paulo, São Paulo 05506-270, Brazil
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Rubí-Sans G, Recha-Sancho L, Pérez-Amodio S, Mateos-Timoneda MÁ, Semino CE, Engel E. Development of a Three-Dimensional Bioengineered Platform for Articular Cartilage Regeneration. Biomolecules 2019; 10:E52. [PMID: 31905668 PMCID: PMC7023234 DOI: 10.3390/biom10010052] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/28/2019] [Revised: 12/19/2019] [Accepted: 12/26/2019] [Indexed: 12/12/2022] Open
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Degenerative cartilage pathologies are nowadays a major problem for the world population. Factors such as age, genetics or obesity can predispose people to suffer from articular cartilage degeneration, which involves severe pain, loss of mobility and consequently, a loss of quality of life. Current strategies in medicine are focused on the partial or total replacement of affected joints, physiotherapy and analgesics that do not address the underlying pathology. In an attempt to find an alternative therapy to restore or repair articular cartilage functions, the use of bioengineered tissues is proposed. In this study we present a three-dimensional (3D) bioengineered platform combining a 3D printed polycaprolactone (PCL) macrostructure with RAD16-I, a soft nanofibrous self-assembling peptide, as a suitable microenvironment for human mesenchymal stem cells' (hMSC) proliferation and differentiation into chondrocytes. This 3D bioengineered platform allows for long-term hMSC culture resulting in chondrogenic differentiation and has mechanical properties resembling native articular cartilage. These promising results suggest that this approach could be potentially used in articular cartilage repair and regeneration.
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- Gerard Rubí-Sans
- Biomaterials for Regenerative Therapies group, Institute for Bioengineering of Catalonia (IBEC), The Barcelona Institute of Science and Technology, 08028 Barcelona, Spain; (G.R.-S.); (S.P.-A.); (M.Á.M.-T.)
- CIBER en Bioingeniería, Biomateriales y Nanomedicina (CIBER-BBN), Barcelona, Spain
- Tissue Engineering Laboratory, IQS School of Engineering, Ramon Llull University, 08017 Barcelona, Spain;
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- Tissue Engineering Laboratory, IQS School of Engineering, Ramon Llull University, 08017 Barcelona, Spain;
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- Biomaterials for Regenerative Therapies group, Institute for Bioengineering of Catalonia (IBEC), The Barcelona Institute of Science and Technology, 08028 Barcelona, Spain; (G.R.-S.); (S.P.-A.); (M.Á.M.-T.)
- CIBER en Bioingeniería, Biomateriales y Nanomedicina (CIBER-BBN), Barcelona, Spain
- Department of Materials Science and Metallurgical Engineering, EEBE campus, Technical University of Catalonia (UPC), 08019 Barcelona, Spain
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- Biomaterials for Regenerative Therapies group, Institute for Bioengineering of Catalonia (IBEC), The Barcelona Institute of Science and Technology, 08028 Barcelona, Spain; (G.R.-S.); (S.P.-A.); (M.Á.M.-T.)
- CIBER en Bioingeniería, Biomateriales y Nanomedicina (CIBER-BBN), Barcelona, Spain
- Department of Materials Science and Metallurgical Engineering, EEBE campus, Technical University of Catalonia (UPC), 08019 Barcelona, Spain
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- Tissue Engineering Laboratory, IQS School of Engineering, Ramon Llull University, 08017 Barcelona, Spain;
- Hebe Biolab S.L., C/Can Castellvi 27, 08017 Barcelona, Spain
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- Biomaterials for Regenerative Therapies group, Institute for Bioengineering of Catalonia (IBEC), The Barcelona Institute of Science and Technology, 08028 Barcelona, Spain; (G.R.-S.); (S.P.-A.); (M.Á.M.-T.)
- CIBER en Bioingeniería, Biomateriales y Nanomedicina (CIBER-BBN), Barcelona, Spain
- Department of Materials Science and Metallurgical Engineering, EEBE campus, Technical University of Catalonia (UPC), 08019 Barcelona, Spain
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Remodeling of Human Osteochondral Defects via rAAV-Mediated Co-Overexpression of TGF-β and IGF-I from Implanted Human Bone Marrow-Derived Mesenchymal Stromal Cells. J Clin Med 2019; 8:jcm8091326. [PMID: 31466339 PMCID: PMC6781264 DOI: 10.3390/jcm8091326] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/03/2019] [Revised: 08/22/2019] [Accepted: 08/26/2019] [Indexed: 12/01/2022] Open
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The application of chondrogenic gene sequences to human bone marrow-derived mesenchymal stromal cells (hMSCs) is an attractive strategy to activate the reparative activities of these cells as a means to enhance the processes of cartilage repair using indirect cell transplantation procedures that may improve the repopulation of cartilage lesions. In the present study, we examined the feasibility of co-delivering the highly competent transforming growth factor beta (TGF-β) with the insulin-like growth factor I (IGF-I) in hMSCs via recombinant adeno-associated virus (rAAV) vector-mediated gene transfer prior to implantation in a human model of osteochondral defect (OCD) ex vivo that provides a microenvironment similar to that of focal cartilage lesions. The successful co-overexpression of rAAV TGF-β/IGF-I in implanted hMSCs promoted the durable remodeling of tissue injury in human OCDs over a prolonged period of time (21 days) relative to individual gene transfer and the control (reporter lacZ gene) treatment, with enhanced levels of cell proliferation and matrix deposition (proteoglycans, type-II collagen) both in the lesions and at a distance, while hypertrophic, osteogenic, and catabolic processes could be advantageously delayed. These findings demonstrate the value of indirect, progenitor cell-based combined rAAV gene therapy to treat human focal cartilage defects in a natural environment as a basis for future clinical applications.
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Therapeutic Effects of rAAV-Mediated Concomittant Gene Transfer and Overexpression of TGF-β and IGF-I on the Chondrogenesis of Human Bone-Marrow-Derived Mesenchymal Stem Cells. Int J Mol Sci 2019; 20:ijms20102591. [PMID: 31137788 PMCID: PMC6567173 DOI: 10.3390/ijms20102591] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/25/2019] [Revised: 05/20/2019] [Accepted: 05/24/2019] [Indexed: 11/29/2022] Open
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Application of chondroreparative gene vectors in cartilage defects is a powerful approach to directly stimulate the regenerative activities of bone-marrow-derived mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) that repopulate such lesions. Here, we investigated the ability of combined recombinant adeno-associated virus (rAAV) vector-mediated delivery of the potent transforming growth factor beta (TGF-β) and insulin-like growth factor I (IGF-I) to enhance the processes of chondrogenic differentiation in human MSCs (hMSCs) relative to individual candidate treatments and to reporter (lacZ) gene condition. The rAAV-hTGF-β and rAAV-hIGF-I vectors were simultaneously provided to hMSC aggregate cultures (TGF-β/IGF-I condition) in chondrogenic medium over time (21 days) versus TGF-β/lacZ, IGF-I/lacZ, and lacZ treatments at equivalent vector doses. The cultures were then processed to monitor transgene (co)-overexpression, the levels of biological activities in the cells (cell proliferation, matrix synthesis), and the development of a chondrogenic versus osteogenic/hypertrophic phenotype. Effective, durable co-overexpression of TGF-β with IGF-I via rAAV enhanced the proliferative, anabolic, and chondrogenic activities in hMSCs versus lacZ treatment and reached levels that were higher than those achieved upon single candidate gene transfer, while osteogenic/hypertrophic differentiation was delayed over the period of time evaluated. These findings demonstrate the potential of manipulating multiple therapeutic rAAV vectors as a tool to directly target bone-marrow-derived MSCs in sites of focal cartilage defects and to locally enhance the endogenous processes of cartilage repair.
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Meta-Analysis and Evidence Base for the Efficacy of Autologous Bone Marrow Mesenchymal Stem Cells in Knee Cartilage Repair: Methodological Guidelines and Quality Assessment. Stem Cells Int 2019; 2019:3826054. [PMID: 31089328 PMCID: PMC6476108 DOI: 10.1155/2019/3826054] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/10/2018] [Accepted: 01/13/2019] [Indexed: 02/07/2023] Open
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The aim of this study is to review all the published clinical trials on autologous bone marrow mesenchymal stem cells (BM-MSCs) in the repair of cartilage lesions of the knee. We performed a comprehensive search in three electronic databases: PubMed, Medline via Ovid, and Web of Science. A systematic review was conducted according to the guidelines of PRISMA protocol and the Cochrane Handbook for Systematic Reviews of Interventions. The modified Coleman methodology score was used to assess the quality of the included studies. Meta-analysis was conducted to estimate the effect size for Pain and function change after receiving BM-MSCs. Thirty-three studies—including 724 patients of mean age 44.2 years—were eligible. 50.7% of the included patients received cultured BM-MSCs for knee cartilage repair. There was improvement in the MINORS quality score over time with a positive correlation with the publication year. Meta-analysis indicated better improvement and statistical significance in the Visual Analog Scale for Pain, IKDC Function, Tegner Activity Scale, and Lysholm Knee Score after administration of noncultured BM-MSCs when compared to evaluation before the treatment. Meanwhile, there was a clear methodological defect in most studies with an average modified Coleman methodology score (MCMS) of 55. BM-MSCs revealed a clinically relevant improvement in pain, function, and histological regeneration.
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Yi SW, Kim HJ, Oh HJ, Shin H, Lee JS, Park JS, Park KH. Gene expression profiling of chondrogenic differentiation by dexamethasone-conjugated polyethyleneimine with SOX trio genes in stem cells. Stem Cell Res Ther 2018; 9:341. [PMID: 30526665 PMCID: PMC6286596 DOI: 10.1186/s13287-018-0998-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/14/2018] [Revised: 08/16/2018] [Accepted: 08/28/2018] [Indexed: 12/27/2022] Open
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Background During differentiation of stem cells, it is recognized that molecular mechanisms of transcription factors manage stem cells towards the intended lineage. In this study, using microarray-based technology, gene expression profiling was examined during the process of chondrogenic differentiation of human mesenchymal stem cells (hMSCs). To induce chondrogenic differentiation of hMSCs, the cationic polymer polyethyleneimine (PEI) was coupled with the synthetic glucocorticoid dexamethasone (DEX). DEX/PEI could be polyplexed with anionic plasmid DNAs (pDNAs) harboring the chondrogenesis-inducing factors SOX5, SOX6, and SOX9. These are named differentiation-inducing nanoparticles (DI-NPs). Methods A DI-NP system for inducing chondrogenic differentiation was designed and characterized by dynamic light scattering and scanning electron microscopy (SEM). Chondrogenic induction of hMSCs was evaluated using various tools such as reverse-transcription polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR), Western blotting, confocal fluorescent microscopy, and immunohistochemistry analysis. The gene expression profiling of DI-NP-treated hMSCs was performed by microarray analysis. Results The hMSCs were more efficiently transfected with pDNAs using DI-NPs than using PEI. Moreover, microarray analysis demonstrated the gene expression profiling of hMSCs transfected with DI-NPs. Chondrogenic factors including SOX9, collagen type II (COLII), Aggrecan, and cartilage oligometric matrix protein (COMP) were upregulated while osteogenic factors including collagen type I (COLI) was downregulated. Chondrogenesis-induced hMSCs were better differentiated as assessed by RT-PCR, Western blotting analyses, and immunohistochemistry. Conclusion DI-NPs are good gene delivery carriers and induce chondrogenic differentiation of hMSCs. Additionally, comprehensive examination of the gene expression was attempted to identify specific genes related to differentiation by microarray analysis. Graphical abstract ![]()
Electronic supplementary material The online version of this article (10.1186/s13287-018-0998-7) contains supplementary material, which is available to authorized users.
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- Se Won Yi
- Department of Nano-regenerative Medical Engineering, College of Life Science, CHA University, 335, Pangyo-ro, Bundang-gu, Seongnam-si, 134-88, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Nano-regenerative Medical Engineering, College of Life Science, CHA University, 335, Pangyo-ro, Bundang-gu, Seongnam-si, 134-88, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Nano-regenerative Medical Engineering, College of Life Science, CHA University, 335, Pangyo-ro, Bundang-gu, Seongnam-si, 134-88, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Biotechnology, Catholic University 43-1, Yeokgok 2-dong, Wonmi-gu, Bucheon-si, Gyeonggi-do, 420-743, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Nano-regenerative Medical Engineering, College of Life Science, CHA University, 335, Pangyo-ro, Bundang-gu, Seongnam-si, 134-88, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Nano-regenerative Medical Engineering, College of Life Science, CHA University, 335, Pangyo-ro, Bundang-gu, Seongnam-si, 134-88, Republic of Korea.
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- Department of Nano-regenerative Medical Engineering, College of Life Science, CHA University, 335, Pangyo-ro, Bundang-gu, Seongnam-si, 134-88, Republic of Korea.
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Hernigou J, Vertongen P, Chahidi E, Kyriakidis T, Dehoux JP, Crutzen M, Boutry S, Larbanoix L, Houben S, Gaspard N, Koulalis D, Rasschaert J. Effects of press-fit biphasic (collagen and HA/βTCP) scaffold with cell-based therapy on cartilage and subchondral bone repair knee defect in rabbits. INTERNATIONAL ORTHOPAEDICS 2018; 42:1755-1767. [PMID: 29882123 DOI: 10.1007/s00264-018-3999-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/23/2018] [Accepted: 05/18/2018] [Indexed: 12/23/2022]
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INTRODUCTION Human spontaneous osteonecrosis of the knee (SPONK) is still challenging as the current treatments do not allow the production of hyaline cartilage tissue. The aim of the present study was to explore the therapeutic potential of cartilage regeneration using a new biphasic scaffold (type I collagen/hydroxyapatite) previously loaded or not with concentrated bone marrow cells. MATERIAL AND METHODS Female rabbits were operated of one knee to create articular lesions of the trochlea (three holes of 4 × 4mm). The holes were left empty in the control group or were filled with the scaffold alone or the scaffold previously loaded with concentrated bone marrow cells. After two months, rabbits were sacrificed and the structure of the newly formed tissues were evaluated by macroscopic, MRI, and immunohistochemistry analyses. RESULTS Macroscopic and MRI evaluation of the knees did not show differences between the three groups (p > 0.05). However, histological analysis demonstrated that a higher O'Driscoll score was obtained in the two groups treated with the scaffold, as compared to the control group (p < 0.05). The number of cells in treated area was higher in scaffold groups compared to the control group (p < 0.05). There was no difference for intensity of collagen type II between the groups (p > 0.05) but subchondral bone repair was significantly thicker in scaffold-treated groups than in the control group (1 mm for the control group vs 2.1 and 2.6 mm for scaffold groups). Furthermore, we observed that scaffolds previously loaded with concentrated bone marrow were more reabsorbed (p < 0.05). CONCLUSION The use of a biphasic scaffold previously loaded with concentrated bone marrow significantly improves cartilage lesion healing.
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- Jacques Hernigou
- Department of Orthopaedic and Traumatology Surgery, EpiCURA Hospital, Baudour, Hornu, Belgium. .,Laboratory of Bone and Metabolic Biochemistry, Faculty of Medicine, Université libre de Bruxelles, Brussels, Belgium.
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- Laboratory of Bone and Metabolic Biochemistry, Faculty of Medicine, Université libre de Bruxelles, Brussels, Belgium
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- Department of Orthopaedic and Traumatology Surgery, EpiCURA Hospital, Baudour, Hornu, Belgium
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- Department of Orthopaedic and Traumatology Surgery - Erasme Hospital, Université libre de Bruxelles, Brussels, Belgium
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- Institute of Experimental and Clinical Research (IREC), Laboratory of Experimental Surgery and Transplantation (CHEX), Université catholique de Louvain, Brussels, Belgium
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- Institute of Experimental and Clinical Research (IREC), Laboratory of Experimental Surgery and Transplantation (CHEX), Université catholique de Louvain, Brussels, Belgium
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- Center for Microscopy and Molecular Imaging (CMMI), Université de Mons (UMONS), Charleroi, Belgium
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- Center for Microscopy and Molecular Imaging (CMMI), Université de Mons (UMONS), Charleroi, Belgium
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- Laboratory of Histology, Neuroanatomy and Neuropathology, Faculty of Medicine, Université libre de Bruxelles, Brussels, Belgium
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- Laboratory of Bone and Metabolic Biochemistry, Faculty of Medicine, Université libre de Bruxelles, Brussels, Belgium
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- Department of Orthopaedic and Traumatology Surgery - Erasme Hospital, Université libre de Bruxelles, Brussels, Belgium
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- Laboratory of Bone and Metabolic Biochemistry, Faculty of Medicine, Université libre de Bruxelles, Brussels, Belgium
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Xenogenic Implantation of Equine Synovial Fluid-Derived Mesenchymal Stem Cells Leads to Articular Cartilage Regeneration. Stem Cells Int 2018; 2018:1073705. [PMID: 29977305 PMCID: PMC6011062 DOI: 10.1155/2018/1073705] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/13/2018] [Accepted: 04/23/2018] [Indexed: 01/08/2023] Open
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Horses are widely used as large animal preclinical models for cartilage repair studies, and hence, there is an interest in using equine synovial fluid-derived mesenchymal stem cells (SFMSCs) in research and clinical applications. Since, we have previously reported that similar to bone marrow-derived MSCs (BMMSCs), SFMSCs may also exhibit donor-to-donor variations in their stem cell properties; the current study was carried out as a proof-of-concept study, to compare the in vivo potential of equine BMMSCs and SFMSCs in articular cartilage repair. MSCs from these two sources were isolated from the same equine donor. In vitro analyses confirmed a significant increase in COMP expression in SFMSCs at day 14. The cells were then encapsulated in neutral agarose scaffold constructs and were implanted into two mm diameter full-thickness articular cartilage defect in trochlear grooves of the rat femur. MSCs were fluorescently labeled, and one week after treatment, the knee joints were evaluated for the presence of MSCs to the injured site and at 12 weeks were evaluated macroscopically, histologically, and then by immunofluorescence for healing of the defect. The macroscopic and histological evaluations showed better healing of the articular cartilage in the MSCs' treated knee than in the control. Interestingly, SFMSC-treated knees showed a significantly higher Col II expression, suggesting the presence of hyaline cartilage in the healed defect. Data suggests that equine SFMSCs may be a viable option for treating osteochondral defects; however, their stem cell properties require prior testing before application.
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Combating Osteoarthritis through Stem Cell Therapies by Rejuvenating Cartilage: A Review. Stem Cells Int 2018; 2018:5421019. [PMID: 29765416 PMCID: PMC5885495 DOI: 10.1155/2018/5421019] [Citation(s) in RCA: 27] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/29/2017] [Accepted: 02/05/2018] [Indexed: 12/13/2022] Open
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Knee osteoarthritis (OA) is a chronic degenerative disorder which could be distinguished by erosion of articular cartilage, pain, stiffness, and crepitus. Not only aging-associated alterations but also the metabolic factors such as hyperglycemia, dyslipidemia, and obesity affect articular tissues and may initiate or exacerbate the OA. The poor self-healing ability of articular cartilage due to limited regeneration in chondrocytes further adversely affects the osteoarthritic microenvironment. Traditional and current surgical treatment procedures for OA are limited and incapable to reverse the damage of articular cartilage. To overcome these limitations, cell-based therapies are currently being employed to repair and regenerate the structure and function of articular tissues. These therapies not only depend upon source and type of stem cells but also on environmental conditions, growth factors, and chemical and mechanical stimuli. Recently, the pluripotent and various multipotent mesenchymal stem cells have been employed for OA therapy, due to their differentiation potential towards chondrogenic lineage. Additionally, the stem cells have also been supplemented with growth factors to achieve higher healing response in osteoarthritic cartilage. In this review, we summarized the current status of stem cell therapies in OA pathophysiology and also highlighted the potential areas of further research needed in regenerative medicine.
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Hassan G, Bahjat M, Kasem I, Soukkarieh C, Aljamali M. Platelet lysate induces chondrogenic differentiation of umbilical cord-derived mesenchymal stem cells. Cell Mol Biol Lett 2018; 23:11. [PMID: 29568314 PMCID: PMC5859745 DOI: 10.1186/s11658-018-0080-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/02/2017] [Accepted: 03/12/2018] [Indexed: 12/17/2022] Open
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Purpose Articular cartilage has a poor capacity for self-repair, and thus still presents a major challenge in orthopedics. Mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) are multipotent stem cells with the potential to differentiate into chondrocytes in the presence of transforming growth factor beta (TGF-β). Platelet lysate (PL) contains a relatively large number of growth factors, including TGF-β, and has been shown to ameliorate cartilage repair. Here, we investigated the ability of PL to direct chondrogenic differentiation of MSCs along with other standard differentiation components in a pellet culture system. Methods We isolated and expanded MSCs from human umbilical cords using a PL-supplemented medium and characterized the cells based on immunophenotype and potential for differentiation to adipocytes and osteocytes. We further cultured MSCs as pellets in a chondrogenic-differentiation medium supplemented with PL. After 21 days, the pellets were processed for histological analysis and stained with alician blue and acridine orange. The expression of SOX9 was investigated using RT-PCR. Results MSCs maintained their stemness characteristics in the PL-supplemented medium. However, the distribution of cells in the pellets cultured in the PL-supplemented chondrogenic differentiation medium had a greater similarity to cartilage tissue-derived chondrocytes than to the negative control. The intense alician blue staining indicated an increased production of mucopolysaccharides in the differentiated pellets, which also showed elevated expression of SOX9. Conclusions Our data suggest that MSCs could be differentiated to chondrocytes in the presence of PL and absence of exogenous TGF-β. Further research needs to be conducted to understand the exact role and potential of PL in chondrogenic differentiation and chondrocyte regeneration.
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- Ghmkin Hassan
- 1Faculty of Pharmacy, Damascus University, Damascus, Syria
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- 2Faculty of Sciences, Damascus University, Damascus, Syria.,National Commission for Biotechnology (NCBT), Damascus, Syria
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- 2Faculty of Sciences, Damascus University, Damascus, Syria.,National Commission for Biotechnology (NCBT), Damascus, Syria
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- 1Faculty of Pharmacy, Damascus University, Damascus, Syria.,2Faculty of Sciences, Damascus University, Damascus, Syria.,National Commission for Biotechnology (NCBT), Damascus, Syria
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Stem Cell Tracing Through MR Molecular Imaging. Tissue Eng Regen Med 2018; 15:249-261. [PMID: 30603551 DOI: 10.1007/s13770-017-0112-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/13/2017] [Revised: 12/09/2017] [Accepted: 12/27/2017] [Indexed: 01/12/2023] Open
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Stem cell therapy opens a new window in medicine to overcome several diseases that remain incurable. It appears such diseases as cardiovascular disorders, brain injury, multiple sclerosis, urinary system diseases, cartilage lesions and diabetes are curable with stem cell transplantation. However, some questions related to stem cell therapy have remained unanswered. Stem cell imaging allows approval of appropriated strategies such as selection of the type and dose of stem cell, and also mode of cell delivery before being tested in clinical trials. MRI as a non-invasive imaging modality provides proper conditions for this aim. So far, different contrast agents such as superparamagnetic or paramagnetic nanoparticles, ultrasmall superparamagnetic nanoparticles, fluorine, gadolinium and some types of reporter genes have been used for imaging of stem cells. The core subject of these studies is to investigate the survival and differentiation of stem cells, contrast agent's toxicity and long term following of transplanted cells. The promising results of in vivo and some clinical trial studies may raise hope for clinical stem cells imaging with MRI.
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The Holy Grail of Orthopedic Surgery: Mesenchymal Stem Cells-Their Current Uses and Potential Applications. Stem Cells Int 2017; 2017:2638305. [PMID: 28698718 PMCID: PMC5494105 DOI: 10.1155/2017/2638305] [Citation(s) in RCA: 62] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/17/2017] [Accepted: 04/16/2017] [Indexed: 02/07/2023] Open
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Only select tissues and organs are able to spontaneously regenerate after disease or trauma, and this regenerative capacity diminishes over time. Human stem cell research explores therapeutic regenerative approaches to treat various conditions. Mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) are derived from adult stem cells; they are multipotent and exert anti-inflammatory and immunomodulatory effects. They can differentiate into multiple cell types of the mesenchyme, for example, endothelial cells, osteoblasts, chondrocytes, fibroblasts, tenocytes, vascular smooth muscle cells, and sarcomere muscular cells. MSCs are easily obtained and can be cultivated and expanded in vitro; thus, they represent a promising and encouraging treatment approach in orthopedic surgery. Here, we review the application of MSCs to various orthopedic conditions, namely, orthopedic trauma; muscle injury; articular cartilage defects and osteoarthritis; meniscal injuries; bone disease; nerve, tendon, and ligament injuries; spinal cord injuries; intervertebral disc problems; pediatrics; and rotator cuff repair. The use of MSCs in orthopedics may transition the practice in the field from predominately surgical replacement and reconstruction to bioregeneration and prevention. However, additional research is necessary to explore the safety and effectiveness of MSC treatment in orthopedics, as well as applications in other medical specialties.
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Armbruster N, Krieg J, Weißenberger M, Scheller C, Steinert AF. Rescued Chondrogenesis of Mesenchymal Stem Cells under Interleukin 1 Challenge by Foamyviral Interleukin 1 Receptor Antagonist Gene Transfer. Front Pharmacol 2017; 8:255. [PMID: 28536528 PMCID: PMC5422547 DOI: 10.3389/fphar.2017.00255] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/05/2016] [Accepted: 04/24/2017] [Indexed: 12/15/2022] Open
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Background: Mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) and their chondrogenic differentiation have been extensively investigated in vitro as MSCs provide an attractive source besides chondrocytes for cartilage repair therapies. Here we established prototype foamyviral vectors (FVV) that are derived from apathogenic parent viruses and are characterized by a broad host range and a favorable integration pattern into the cellular genome. As the inflammatory cytokine interleukin 1 beta (IL1β) is frequently present in diseased joints, the protective effects of FVV expressing the human interleukin 1 receptor antagonist protein (IL1RA) were studied in an established in vitro model (aggregate culture system) of chondrogenesis in the presence of IL1β. Materials and Methods: We generated different recombinant FVVs encoding enhanced green fluorescent protein (EGFP) or IL1RA and examined their transduction efficiencies and transgene expression profiles using different cell lines and human primary MSCs derived from bone marrow-aspirates. Transgene expression was evaluated by fluorescence microscopy (EGFP), flow cytometry (EGFP), and ELISA (IL1RA). For evaluation of the functionality of the IL1RA transgene to block the inhibitory effects of IL1β on chondrogenesis of primary MSCs and an immortalized MSC cell line (TERT4 cells), the cells were maintained following transduction as aggregate cultures in standard chondrogenic media in the presence or absence of IL1β. After 3 weeks of culture, pellets were harvested and analyzed by histology and immunohistochemistry for chondrogenic phenotypes. Results: The different FVV efficiently transduced cell lines as well as primary MSCs, thereby reaching high transgene expression levels in 6-well plates with levels of around 100 ng/ml IL1RA. MSC aggregate cultures which were maintained in chondrogenic media without IL1β supplementation revealed a chondrogenic phenotype by means of strong positive staining for collagen type II and matrix proteoglycan (Alcian blue). Addition of IL1β was inhibitory to chondrogenesis in untreated control pellets. In contrast, foamyviral mediated IL1RA expression rescued the chondrogenesis in pellets cultured in the presence of IL1β. Transduced MSC pellets reached thereby very high IL1RA transgene expression levels with a peak of 1087 ng/ml after day 7, followed by a decrease to 194 ng/ml after day 21, while IL1RA concentrations of controls were permanently below 200 pg/ml. Conclusion: Our results indicate that FVV are capable of efficient gene transfer to MSCs, while reaching IL1RA transgene expression levels, that were able to efficiently block the impacts of IL1β in vitro. FVV merit further investigation as a means to study the potential as a gene transfer tool for MSC based therapies for cartilage repair.
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- Nicole Armbruster
- Institute for Virology and Immunobiology, University of WuerzburgWuerzburg, Germany.,Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Klinik König-Ludwig-Haus Würzburg - Center for Musculoskeletal Research, University of WuerzburgWuerzburg, Germany
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- Institute for Virology and Immunobiology, University of WuerzburgWuerzburg, Germany.,Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Klinik König-Ludwig-Haus Würzburg - Center for Musculoskeletal Research, University of WuerzburgWuerzburg, Germany
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Klinik König-Ludwig-Haus Würzburg - Center for Musculoskeletal Research, University of WuerzburgWuerzburg, Germany
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- Institute for Virology and Immunobiology, University of WuerzburgWuerzburg, Germany
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Klinik König-Ludwig-Haus Würzburg - Center for Musculoskeletal Research, University of WuerzburgWuerzburg, Germany
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Frisch J, Orth P, Rey-Rico A, Venkatesan JK, Schmitt G, Madry H, Kohn D, Cucchiarini M. Peripheral blood aspirates overexpressing IGF-I via rAAV gene transfer undergo enhanced chondrogenic differentiation processes. J Cell Mol Med 2017; 21:2748-2758. [PMID: 28467017 PMCID: PMC5661259 DOI: 10.1111/jcmm.13190] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/04/2017] [Accepted: 03/09/2017] [Indexed: 01/24/2023] Open
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Implantation of peripheral blood aspirates induced towards chondrogenic differentiation upon genetic modification in sites of articular cartilage injury may represent a powerful strategy to enhance cartilage repair. Such a single‐step approach may be less invasive than procedures based on the use of isolated or concentrated MSCs, simplifying translational protocols in patients. In this study, we provide evidence showing the feasibility of overexpressing the mitogenic and pro‐anabolic insulin‐like growth factor I (IGF‐I) in human peripheral blood aspirates via rAAV‐mediated gene transfer, leading to enhanced proliferative and chondrogenic differentiation (proteoglycans, type‐II collagen, SOX9) activities in the samples relative to control (reporter rAAV‐lacZ) treatment over extended periods of time (at least 21 days, the longest time‐point evaluated). Interestingly, IGF‐I gene transfer also triggered hypertrophic, osteo‐ and adipogenic differentiation processes in the aspirates, suggesting that careful regulation of IGF‐I expression may be necessary to contain these events in vivo. Still, the current results demonstrate the potential of targeting human peripheral blood aspirates via therapeutic rAAV transduction as a novel, convenient tool to treat articular cartilage injuries.
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- Janina Frisch
- Center of Experimental Orthopaedics, Saarland University Medical Center, Homburg/Saar, Germany
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- Center of Experimental Orthopaedics, Saarland University Medical Center, Homburg/Saar, Germany.,Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Saarland University Medical Center, Homburg/Saar, Germany
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- Center of Experimental Orthopaedics, Saarland University Medical Center, Homburg/Saar, Germany
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- Center of Experimental Orthopaedics, Saarland University Medical Center, Homburg/Saar, Germany
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- Center of Experimental Orthopaedics, Saarland University Medical Center, Homburg/Saar, Germany.,Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Saarland University Medical Center, Homburg/Saar, Germany
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Saarland University Medical Center, Homburg/Saar, Germany
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- Center of Experimental Orthopaedics, Saarland University Medical Center, Homburg/Saar, Germany
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Wang D, Jayakar RG, Leong NL, Leathers MP, Williams RJ, Jones KJ. Evaluation of the Quality, Accuracy, and Readability of Online Patient Resources for the Management of Articular Cartilage Defects. Cartilage 2017; 8:112-118. [PMID: 28345406 PMCID: PMC5358824 DOI: 10.1177/1947603516648737] [Citation(s) in RCA: 32] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/19/2022] Open
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Objective Patients commonly use the Internet to obtain their health-related information. The purpose of this study was to investigate the quality, accuracy, and readability of online patient resources for the management of articular cartilage defects. Design Three search terms ("cartilage defect," "cartilage damage," "cartilage injury") were entered into 3 Internet search engines (Google, Bing, Yahoo). The first 25 websites from each search were collected and reviewed. The quality and accuracy of online information were independently evaluated by 3 reviewers using predetermined scoring criteria. The readability was evaluated using the Flesch-Kincaid (FK) grade score. Results Fifty-three unique websites were evaluated. Quality ratings were significantly higher in websites with a FK score >11 compared to those with a score of ≤11 ( P = 0.021). Only 10 websites (19%) differentiated between focal cartilage defects and diffuse osteoarthritis. Of these, 7 (70%) were elicited using the search term "cartilage defect" ( P = 0.038). The average accuracy of the websites was high (11.7 out of maximum 12), and the average FK grade level (13.4) was several grades higher than the recommended level for readable patient education material (eighth grade level). Conclusions The quality and readability of online patient resources for articular cartilage defects favor those with a higher level of education. Additionally, the majority of these websites do not distinguish between focal chondral defects and diffuse osteoarthritis, which can fail to provide appropriate patient education and guidance for available treatment. Clinicians should help guide patients toward high-quality, accurate, and readable online patient education material.
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- Dean Wang
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, David Geffen School of Medicine, University of California, Los Angeles, CA, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, David Geffen School of Medicine, University of California, Los Angeles, CA, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, David Geffen School of Medicine, University of California, Los Angeles, CA, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, David Geffen School of Medicine, University of California, Los Angeles, CA, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Sports Medicine and Shoulder Service, Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, NY, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, David Geffen School of Medicine, University of California, Los Angeles, CA, USA,Kristofer J. Jones, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Division of Sports Medicine and Shoulder Surgery, David Geffen School of Medicine, University of California Los Angeles, 10833 Le Conte Avenue, 76-143 CHS Los Angeles, CA 90095-6902, USA.
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Young IC, Chuang ST, Gefen A, Kuo WT, Yang CT, Hsu CH, Lin FH. A novel compressive stress-based osteoarthritis-like chondrocyte system. Exp Biol Med (Maywood) 2017; 242:1062-1071. [PMID: 28492349 DOI: 10.1177/1535370217699534] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/28/2022] Open
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Mechanical stress damage and insufficient self-repair can contribute to osteoarthritis (OA) in the affected joint. As the effects of stress on chondrocyte metabolism can regulate cartilage homeostasis, the specific stress-response condition is therefore a key to the generation of an OA disease model. We aimed to produce a specific stress- and cell-based OA model after evaluating the metabolic responses of chondrocytes in response to a series of static and cyclic compression stressors. A static load exceeding 40 psi initiated extracellular matrix (ECM) degradation through a decrease in the sulphated-glycosaminoglycan (GAG) content, upregulation of catabolic matrix metalloproteinase (MMP)-13 encoding gene expression, and downregulation of the ECM-related aggrecan and type II collagen encoding genes within 24 h. Indicators of pro-inflammatory events and oxidative stress were found to correlate with increased IL-6 expression and reactive oxygen species (ROS) production, respectively. However, chondrocytes stimulated by moderate cyclic loading (30-40 psi) exhibited increased ECM-related gene expression without significant changes in catabolic and pro-inflammatory gene expression. BMP-7 expression increased at cyclic loading levels above 30-60 psi. These results demonstrated that static compression exceeding 60 psi is sufficient to produce OA-like chondrocytes that exhibit signs of ECM degradation and inflammation. These OA-like chondrocytes could therefore be used as a novel cell-based drug screening system. Impact statement The lack of an effective treatment for osteoarthritis (OA) reflects the great need for alternative therapies and drug discovery. Disease models can be used for early-stage compound screening and disease studies. Chondrocytes are solely responsible for the maintenance of the articular cartilage extracellular matrix. Our strategy involved the generation of a cell-based model of OA, a more readily studied disease. Instead of using animal cartilage explants, we incorporated isolated porcine chondrocytes with hydrogel to form three-dimensional assemblies. We could identify the specific magnitude-dependent metabolic responses of chondrocytes by applying a series of static and cyclic compression, and therefore successfully generated a novel OA-like cell-based model for drug screening.
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- In-Chi Young
- 1 Institute of Biomedical Engineering, National Taiwan University, Taipei 10672, Taiwan
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- 2 Institute of Pharmacology, College of Medicine, National Taiwan University, Taipei 10051, Taiwan
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- 3 Department of Biomedical Engineering, Tel Aviv University, Ramat Aviv 69978, Israel
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- 1 Institute of Biomedical Engineering, National Taiwan University, Taipei 10672, Taiwan
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- 1 Institute of Biomedical Engineering, National Taiwan University, Taipei 10672, Taiwan
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- 4 Institute of Biomedical Engineering and Nanomedicine, National Health Research Institute, Miaoli 35053, Taiwan
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- 1 Institute of Biomedical Engineering, National Taiwan University, Taipei 10672, Taiwan
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Tamaddon M, Burrows M, Ferreira SA, Dazzi F, Apperley JF, Bradshaw A, Brand DD, Czernuszka J, Gentleman E. Monomeric, porous type II collagen scaffolds promote chondrogenic differentiation of human bone marrow mesenchymal stem cells in vitro. Sci Rep 2017; 7:43519. [PMID: 28256634 PMCID: PMC5335259 DOI: 10.1038/srep43519] [Citation(s) in RCA: 60] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/22/2016] [Accepted: 01/25/2017] [Indexed: 12/20/2022] Open
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Osteoarthritis (OA) is a common cause of pain and disability and is often associated with the degeneration of articular cartilage. Lesions to the articular surface, which are thought to progress to OA, have the potential to be repaired using tissue engineering strategies; however, it remains challenging to instruct cell differentiation within a scaffold to produce tissue with appropriate structural, chemical and mechanical properties. We aimed to address this by driving progenitor cells to adopt a chondrogenic phenotype through the tailoring of scaffold composition and physical properties. Monomeric type-I and type-II collagen scaffolds, which avoid potential immunogenicity associated with fibrillar collagens, were fabricated with and without chondroitin sulfate (CS) and their ability to stimulate the chondrogenic differentiation of human bone marrow-derived mesenchymal stem cells was assessed. Immunohistochemical analyses showed that cells produced abundant collagen type-II on type-II scaffolds and collagen type-I on type-I scaffolds. Gene expression analyses indicated that the addition of CS - which was released from scaffolds quickly - significantly upregulated expression of type II collagen, compared to type-I and pure type-II scaffolds. We conclude that collagen type-II and CS can be used to promote a more chondrogenic phenotype in the absence of growth factors, potentially providing an eventual therapy to prevent OA.
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- M. Tamaddon
- Department of Materials, University of Oxford, Oxford OX1 3PH, UK
- Craniofacial Development and Stem Cell Biology, King’s College London, London SE1 9RT, UK
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- Craniofacial Development and Stem Cell Biology, King’s College London, London SE1 9RT, UK
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- Craniofacial Development and Stem Cell Biology, King’s College London, London SE1 9RT, UK
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- Division of Cancer Studies, Rayne Institute, King’s College London, London SE5 9NU, UK
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- Centre for Haematology, Department of Medicine, Imperial College London, London W12 0NN, UK
- John Goldman Centre for Cellular Therapy, Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, London W12 0HS, UK
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- John Goldman Centre for Cellular Therapy, Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, London W12 0HS, UK
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- Research Service, Memphis VA Medical Center, Departments of Medicine and Microbiology, Immunology and Biochemistry, University of Tennessee Health Science Center, Memphis, TN 38104, USA
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- Department of Materials, University of Oxford, Oxford OX1 3PH, UK
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- Craniofacial Development and Stem Cell Biology, King’s College London, London SE1 9RT, UK
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Chan KH, Lee WH, Zhuo S, Ni M. Harnessing supramolecular peptide nanotechnology in biomedical applications. Int J Nanomedicine 2017; 12:1171-1182. [PMID: 28223805 PMCID: PMC5310635 DOI: 10.2147/ijn.s126154] [Citation(s) in RCA: 31] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/23/2022] Open
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The harnessing of peptides in biomedical applications is a recent hot topic. This arises mainly from the general biocompatibility of peptides, as well as from the ease of tunability of peptide structure to engineer desired properties. The ease of progression from laboratory testing to clinical trials is evident from the plethora of examples available. In this review, we compare and contrast how three distinct self-assembled peptide nanostructures possess different functions. We have 1) nanofibrils in biomaterials that can interact with cells, 2) nanoparticles that can traverse the bloodstream to deliver its payload and also be bioimaged, and 3) nanotubes that can serve as cross-membrane conduits and as a template for nanowire formation. Through this review, we aim to illustrate how various peptides, in their various self-assembled nanostructures, possess great promise in a wide range of biomedical applications and what more can be expected.
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- Department of Chemistry, Krieger School of Arts & Sciences, Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, MD, USA
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- Fujian Provincial Key Laboratory for Photonics Technology, Key Laboratory of OptoElectronic Science and Technology for Medicine of Ministry of Education, Fujian Normal University, Fuzhou, People’s Republic of China
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- Fujian Provincial Key Laboratory for Photonics Technology, Key Laboratory of OptoElectronic Science and Technology for Medicine of Ministry of Education, Fujian Normal University, Fuzhou, People’s Republic of China
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Tao K, Rey-Rico A, Frisch J, Venkatesan JK, Schmitt G, Madry H, Lin J, Cucchiarini M. Effects of combined rAAV-mediated TGF-β and sox9 gene transfer and overexpression on the metabolic and chondrogenic activities in human bone marrow aspirates. J Exp Orthop 2017; 4:4. [PMID: 28176272 PMCID: PMC5296264 DOI: 10.1186/s40634-017-0077-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/21/2016] [Accepted: 01/16/2017] [Indexed: 02/08/2023] Open
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Background Transplantation of genetically modified bone marrow concentrates is an attractive approach to conveniently activate the chondrogenic differentiation processes as a means to improve the intrinsic repair capacities of damaged articular cartilage. Methods Human bone marrow aspirates were co-transduced with recombinant adeno-associated virus (rAAV) vectors to overexpress the pleiotropic transformation growth factor beta (TGF-β) and the cartilage-specific transcription factor sox9 as a means to enhance the chondroreparative processes in conditions of specific lineage differentiation. Results Successful TGF-β/sox9 combined gene transfer and overexpression via rAAV was achieved in chondrogenically induced human bone marrow aspirates for up to 21 days, the longest time point evaluated, leading to increased proliferation, matrix synthesis, and chondrogenic differentiation relative to control treatments (reporter lacZ treatment, absence of vector application) especially when co-applying the candidate vectors at the highest vector doses tested. Optimal co-administration of TGF-β with sox9 also advantageously reduced hypertrophic differentiation in the aspirates. Conclusions These findings report the possibility of directly modifying bone marrow aspirates by combined therapeutic gene transfer as a potent and convenient future approach to improve the repair of articular cartilage lesions.
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- Ke Tao
- Institute of Arthritis, Peking University People's Hospital, No. 11 Xizhimen Nan Road, Xicheng District, Beijing, 100044, People's Republic of China.,Center of Experimental Orthopaedics, Saarland University Medical Center, Kirrbergerstr. Bldg 37, D-66421, Homburg/Saar, Germany
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- Center of Experimental Orthopaedics, Saarland University Medical Center, Kirrbergerstr. Bldg 37, D-66421, Homburg/Saar, Germany
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- Center of Experimental Orthopaedics, Saarland University Medical Center, Kirrbergerstr. Bldg 37, D-66421, Homburg/Saar, Germany
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- Center of Experimental Orthopaedics, Saarland University Medical Center, Kirrbergerstr. Bldg 37, D-66421, Homburg/Saar, Germany
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- Center of Experimental Orthopaedics, Saarland University Medical Center, Kirrbergerstr. Bldg 37, D-66421, Homburg/Saar, Germany
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- Center of Experimental Orthopaedics, Saarland University Medical Center, Kirrbergerstr. Bldg 37, D-66421, Homburg/Saar, Germany.,Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Saarland University Medical Center, Homburg/Saar, Germany
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- Institute of Arthritis, Peking University People's Hospital, No. 11 Xizhimen Nan Road, Xicheng District, Beijing, 100044, People's Republic of China.
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- Center of Experimental Orthopaedics, Saarland University Medical Center, Kirrbergerstr. Bldg 37, D-66421, Homburg/Saar, Germany.
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Kazemi D, Shams Asenjan K, Dehdilani N, Parsa H. Canine articular cartilage regeneration using mesenchymal stem cells seeded on platelet rich fibrin: Macroscopic and histological assessments. Bone Joint Res 2017; 6:98-107. [PMID: 28235767 PMCID: PMC5331179 DOI: 10.1302/2046-3758.62.bjr-2016-0188.r1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 40] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/26/2016] [Accepted: 01/09/2017] [Indexed: 12/20/2022] Open
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Objectives Mesenchymal stem cells have the ability to differentiate into various cell types, and thus have emerged as promising alternatives to chondrocytes in cell-based cartilage repair methods. The aim of this experimental study was to investigate the effect of bone marrow derived mesenchymal stem cells combined with platelet rich fibrin on osteochondral defect repair and articular cartilage regeneration in a canine model. Methods Osteochondral defects were created on the medial femoral condyles of 12 adult male mixed breed dogs. They were either treated with stem cells seeded on platelet rich fibrin or left empty. Macroscopic and histological evaluation of the repair tissue was conducted after four, 16 and 24 weeks using the International Cartilage Repair Society macroscopic and the O’Driscoll histological grading systems. Results were reported as mean and standard deviation (sd) and compared at different time points between the two groups using the Mann-Whitney U test, with a value < 0.05 considered statistically significant. Results Higher cumulative macroscopic and histological scores were observed in stem cell treated defects throughout the study period with significant differences noted at four and 24 weeks (9.25, sd 0.5 vs 7.25, sd 0.95, and 10, sd 0.81 vs 7.5, sd 0.57; p < 0.05) and 16 weeks (16.5, sd 4.04 vs 11, sd 1.15; p < 0.05), respectively. Superior gross and histological characteristics were also observed in stem cell treated defects. Conclusion The use of autologous culture expanded bone marrow derived mesenchymal stem cells on platelet rich fibrin is a novel method for articular cartilage regeneration. It is postulated that platelet rich fibrin creates a suitable environment for proliferation and differentiation of stem cells by releasing endogenous growth factors resulting in creation of a hyaline-like reparative tissue. Cite this article: D. Kazemi, K. Shams Asenjan, N. Dehdilani, H. Parsa. Canine articular cartilage regeneration using mesenchymal stem cells seeded on platelet rich fibrin: Macroscopic and histological assessments. Bone Joint Res 2017;6:98–107. DOI: 10.1302/2046-3758.62.BJR-2016-0188.R1.
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- D Kazemi
- Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences, Tabriz Branch, Islamic Azad University, Tabriz, Iran
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- Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Haematology and Oncology Research Center, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran
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- Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Haematology and Oncology Research Center, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran
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- Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Haematology and Oncology Research Center, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran
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Zayed M, Caniglia C, Misk N, Dhar MS. Donor-Matched Comparison of Chondrogenic Potential of Equine Bone Marrow- and Synovial Fluid-Derived Mesenchymal Stem Cells: Implications for Cartilage Tissue Regeneration. Front Vet Sci 2017; 3:121. [PMID: 28149840 PMCID: PMC5241318 DOI: 10.3389/fvets.2016.00121] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/12/2016] [Accepted: 12/19/2016] [Indexed: 12/15/2022] Open
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Mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) have been demonstrated to be useful for cartilage tissue regeneration. Bone marrow (BM) and synovial fluid (SF) are promising sources for MSCs to be used in cartilage regeneration. In order to improve the clinical outcomes, it is recommended that prior to clinical use, the cellular properties and, specifically, their chondrogenic potential must be investigated. The purpose of this study is to compare and better understand the in vitro chondrogenic potential of equine bone marrow-derived mesenchymal stem cells (BMMSCs) and synovial fluid-derived mesenchymal stem cells (SFMSCs) populated from the same equine donor. BM- and SF-derived MSCs cultures were generated from five equine donors, and the MSCs were evaluated in vitro for their morphology, proliferation, trilineage differentiation, and immunophenotyping. Differences in their chondrogenic potentials were further evaluated quantitatively using glycosaminoglycan (GAG) content and via immunofluorescence of chondrogenic differentiation protein markers, SRY-type HMG box9, Aggrecan, and collagen II. The BMMSCs and SFMSCs were similar in cellular morphology, viability, and immunophenotype, but, varied in their chondrogenic potential, and expression of the key chondrogenic proteins. The SFMSCs exhibited a significant increase in GAG content compared to the BMMSCs (P < 0.0001) in three donors, suggesting increased levels of chondrogenesis. The expression of the key chondrogenic proteins correlated positively with the GAG content, suggesting that the differentiation process is dependent on the expression of the target proteins in these three donors. Our findings suggest that even though SFMSCs were hypothesized to be more chondrogenic relative to BMMSCs, there was considerable donor-to-donor variation in the primary cultures of MSCs which can significantly affect their downstream application.
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- Mohammed Zayed
- Department of Large Animal Clinical Sciences, College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Tennessee, Knoxville, TN, USA; Department of Animal Surgery, College of Veterinary Medicine, South Valley University, Qena, Egypt
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- Department of Animal Surgery, College of Veterinary Medicine, Assiut University , Asyut , Egypt
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- Department of Large Animal Clinical Sciences, College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Tennessee , Knoxville, TN , USA
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Gari M, Alsehli H, Gari A, Abbas M, Alkaff M, Abuzinadah M, Al-Sayes F, Gari M, Dallol A, Abuzenadah AM, Gauthaman K. Derivation and differentiation of bone marrow mesenchymal stem cells from osteoarthritis patients. Tissue Eng Regen Med 2016; 13:732-739. [PMID: 30603454 DOI: 10.1007/s13770-016-0013-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/20/2016] [Revised: 03/08/2016] [Accepted: 03/23/2016] [Indexed: 12/27/2022] Open
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Osteoarthritis (OA) of the knee is a degenerative joint disease caused by the progressive reduction of the articular cartilage surface that leads to reduced joint function. Cartilage degeneration occurs through gradual loss in extracellular matrix components including type II collagen and proteoglycan. Due to limited inherent self repair capacity of the cartilage, the use of cell-based therapies for articular cartilage regeneration is considered promising. Bone marrow mesenchymal stem cells (BM-MSCs) are multipotent cells and are highly capable of multilineage differentiation which render them valuable for regenerative medicine. In this study, BM-MSCs were isolated from OA patients and were characterized for MSC specific CD surface marker antigens using flowcytometry and their differentiation potential into adipocytes, osteocytes and chondrocytes were evaluated using histological and gene expression studies. BM-MSCs isolated from OA patients showed short spindle shaped morphology in culture and expressed positive MSC related CD markers. They also demonstrated positive staining with oil red O, alizarin red and alcian blue following differentiation into adipocytes, osteocytes and chondrocytes, respectively. In addition, chodrogenic related genes such as collagen type II alpha1, cartilage oligomeric matrix protein, fibromodulin, and SOX9 as well as osteocytic related genes such as alkaline phosphatase, core-binding factor alpha 1, osteopontin and RUNX2 runt-related transcription factor 2 were upregulated following chondrogenic and osteogenic differentiation respectively. We have successfully isolated and characterized BM-MSCs from OA patients. Although BM-MSCs has been widely studied and their potential in regenerative medicine is reported, the present study is the first report in our series of experiments on the BMSCs isolated from OA patients at King Abdulaziz University Hospital, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
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- Mamdooh Gari
- 1Department of Medical Laboratory Technology, Faculty of Applied Medical Sciences, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
- 2Stem Cell Unit, Centre of Excellence in Genomic Medicine Research, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
- 3Sheikh Salem Bin Mahfouz Scientific Chair for Treatment of Osteoarthritis by Stem Cells, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
- 4Center of Innovation in Personalized Medicine, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
- 7Department of Medical Laboratory Technology, Faculty of Applied Medical Sciences, King Abdulaziz University, P.O. Box 80216, Jeddah, 21589 Saudi Arabia
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- 3Sheikh Salem Bin Mahfouz Scientific Chair for Treatment of Osteoarthritis by Stem Cells, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
- 4Center of Innovation in Personalized Medicine, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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- 2Stem Cell Unit, Centre of Excellence in Genomic Medicine Research, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
- Department of Hematology, Faculty of Medicine, King Abdulaziz University Hospital, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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- 3Sheikh Salem Bin Mahfouz Scientific Chair for Treatment of Osteoarthritis by Stem Cells, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
- 6Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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- 3Sheikh Salem Bin Mahfouz Scientific Chair for Treatment of Osteoarthritis by Stem Cells, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
- 6Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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- 1Department of Medical Laboratory Technology, Faculty of Applied Medical Sciences, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
- 4Center of Innovation in Personalized Medicine, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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- 3Sheikh Salem Bin Mahfouz Scientific Chair for Treatment of Osteoarthritis by Stem Cells, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
- Department of Hematology, Faculty of Medicine, King Abdulaziz University Hospital, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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- 4Center of Innovation in Personalized Medicine, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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- 4Center of Innovation in Personalized Medicine, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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- 1Department of Medical Laboratory Technology, Faculty of Applied Medical Sciences, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
- 4Center of Innovation in Personalized Medicine, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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- 2Stem Cell Unit, Centre of Excellence in Genomic Medicine Research, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
- 3Sheikh Salem Bin Mahfouz Scientific Chair for Treatment of Osteoarthritis by Stem Cells, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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Potočar U, Hudoklin S, Kreft ME, Završnik J, Božikov K, Fröhlich M. Adipose-Derived Stem Cells Respond to Increased Osmolarities. PLoS One 2016; 11:e0163870. [PMID: 27706209 PMCID: PMC5051864 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0163870] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/17/2016] [Accepted: 09/15/2016] [Indexed: 12/16/2022] Open
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Cell therapies present a feasible option for the treatment of degenerated cartilaginous and intervertebral disc (IVD) tissues. Microenvironments of these tissues are specific and often differ from the microenvironment of cells that, could be potentially used for therapy, e.g. human adipose-derived stem cells (hASC). To ensure safe and efficient implantation of hASC, it is important to evaluate how microenvironmental conditions at the site of implantation affect the implanted cells. This study has demonstrated that cartilaginous tissue-specific osmolarities ranging from 400-600 mOsm/L affected hASC in a dose- and time-dependent fashion in comparison to 300 mOsm/L. Increased osmolarities resulted in transient (nuclear DNA and actin reorganisation) and non-transient, long-term morphological changes (vesicle formation, increase in cell area, and culture morphology), as well as reduced proliferation in monolayer cultures. Increased osmolarities diminished acid proteoglycan production and compactness of chondrogenically induced pellet cultures, indicating decreased chondrogenic potential. Viability of hASC was strongly dependent on the type of culture, with hASC in monolayer culture being more tolerant to increased osmolarity compared to hASC in suspension, alginate-agarose hydrogel, and pellet cultures, thus emphasizing the importance of choosing relevant in vitro conditions according to the specifics of clinical application.
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- Institute of Cell Biology, Faculty of Medicine, University of Ljubljana, Ljubljana, Slovenia
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- Institute of Cell Biology, Faculty of Medicine, University of Ljubljana, Ljubljana, Slovenia
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- Department of biochemistry and molecular biology, Jozef Stefan Institute, Ljubljana, Slovenia
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- Department of Plastic Surgery and Burns, Division of Surgery, University Medical Centre Ljubljana, Ljubljana, Slovenia
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- Educell Ltd., Trzin, Slovenia
- Institute of Cell Biology, Faculty of Medicine, University of Ljubljana, Ljubljana, Slovenia
- Department of biochemistry and molecular biology, Jozef Stefan Institute, Ljubljana, Slovenia
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Peffers MJ, Collins J, Loughlin J, Proctor C, Clegg PD. A proteomic analysis of chondrogenic, osteogenic and tenogenic constructs from ageing mesenchymal stem cells. Stem Cell Res Ther 2016; 7:133. [PMID: 27624072 PMCID: PMC5022190 DOI: 10.1186/s13287-016-0384-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/19/2016] [Revised: 07/28/2016] [Accepted: 08/05/2016] [Indexed: 02/02/2023] Open
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Background Mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) have prospective applications in regenerative medicine and tissue engineering but to what extent phenotype and differentiation capacity alter with ageing is uncertain. Consequently, any loss in functionality with age would have profound consequences for the maintenance of tissue viability and the quality of tissues. Proteomics enables the set of proteins responsible for a particular cell phenotype to be identified, as well as enabling insights into mechanisms responsible for age-related alterations in musculoskeletal tissues. Few proteomic studies have been undertaken regarding age-related effects on tissue engineered into cartilage and bone, and none for tendon. This study provides a proteome inventory for chondrogenic, osteogenic and tenogenic constructs synthesised from human MSCs, and elucidates proteomic alterations as a consequence of donor age. Methods Human bone-marrow derived MSCs from young (n = 4, 21.8 years ± 2.4SD) and old (n = 4, 65.5 years ± 8.3SD) donors were used to make chondrogenic, osteogenic and tenogenic tissue-engineered constructs. We utilised an analytical method relying on extracted peptide intensities as a label-free approach for peptide quantitation by liquid chromatography–mass spectrometry. Results were validated using western blotting. Results We identified proteins that were differentially expressed with ageing; 128 proteins in chondrogenic constructs, 207 in tenogenic constructs and four in osteogenic constructs. Differentially regulated proteins were subjected to bioinformatic analysis to ascertain their molecular functions and the signalling pathways. For all construct types, age-affected proteins were involved in altered cell survival and death, and antioxidant and cytoskeletal changes. Energy and protein metabolism were the principle pathways affected in tenogenic constructs, whereas lipid metabolism was strongly affected in chondrogenic constructs and mitochondrial dysfunction in osteogenic constructs. Conclusions Our results imply that further work on MSC-based therapeutics for the older population needs to focus on oxidative stress protection. The differentially regulated proteome characterised by this study can potentially guide translational research specifically aimed at effective clinical interventions. Electronic supplementary material The online version of this article (doi:10.1186/s13287-016-0384-2) contains supplementary material, which is available to authorized users.
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- Mandy J Peffers
- Institute of Ageing and Chronic Disease, University of Liverpool, Leahurst, Chester High Road, Neston, CH64 7TE, UK. .,Department of Musculoskeletal Biology, Institute of Ageing and Chronic Disease, The University of Liverpool, Leahurst, Neston, CH64 7TE, UK.
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- Institute of Ageing and Chronic Disease, University of Liverpool, Leahurst, Chester High Road, Neston, CH64 7TE, UK
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- Musculoskeletal Research Group, Institute of Cellular Medicine, Newcastle University, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE2 4HH, UK
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- Musculoskeletal Research Group, Institute of Cellular Medicine, Newcastle University, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE2 4HH, UK.,Newcastle University Institute for Ageing, Newcastle University, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE4 5PL, UK
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- Institute of Ageing and Chronic Disease, University of Liverpool, Leahurst, Chester High Road, Neston, CH64 7TE, UK
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Peffers MJ, Goljanek-Whysall K, Collins J, Fang Y, Rushton M, Loughlin J, Proctor C, Clegg PD. Decoding the Regulatory Landscape of Ageing in Musculoskeletal Engineered Tissues Using Genome-Wide DNA Methylation and RNASeq. PLoS One 2016; 11:e0160517. [PMID: 27533049 PMCID: PMC4988628 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0160517] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/22/2016] [Accepted: 07/20/2016] [Indexed: 12/11/2022] Open
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Mesenchymal stem cells (MSC) are capable of multipotent differentiation into connective tissues and as such are an attractive source for autologous cell-based regenerative medicine and tissue engineering. Epigenetic mechanisms, like DNA methylation, contribute to the changes in gene expression in ageing. However there was a lack of sufficient knowledge of the role that differential methylation plays during chondrogenic, osteogenic and tenogenic differentiation from ageing MSCs. This study undertook genome level determination of the effects of DNA methylation on expression in engineered tissues from chronologically aged MSCs. We compiled unique DNA methylation signatures from chondrogenic, osteogenic, and tenogenic engineered tissues derived from young; n = 4 (21.8 years ± 2.4 SD) and old; n = 4 (65.5 years±8.3SD) human MSCs donors using the Illumina HumanMethylation 450 Beadchip arrays and compared these to gene expression by RNA sequencing. Unique and common signatures of global DNA methylation were identified. There were 201, 67 and 32 chondrogenic, osteogenic and tenogenic age-related DE protein-coding genes respectively. Findings inferred the nature of the transcript networks was predominantly for 'cell death and survival', 'cell morphology', and 'cell growth and proliferation'. Further studies are required to validate if this gene expression effect translates to cell events. Alternative splicing (AS) was dysregulated in ageing with 119, 21 and 9 differential splicing events identified in chondrogenic, osteogenic and tenogenic respectively, and enrichment in genes associated principally with metabolic processes. Gene ontology analysis of differentially methylated loci indicated age-related enrichment for all engineered tissue types in 'skeletal system morphogenesis', 'regulation of cell proliferation' and 'regulation of transcription' suggesting that dynamic epigenetic modifications may occur in genes associated with shared and distinct pathways dependent upon engineered tissue type. An altered phenotype in engineered tissues was observed with ageing at numerous levels. These changes represent novel insights into the ageing process, with implications for stem cell therapies in older patients. In addition we have identified a number of tissue-dependant pathways, which warrant further studies.
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- Mandy Jayne Peffers
- Institute of Ageing and Chronic Disease, University of Liverpool, Leahurst, Chester High Road, Neston, Wirral, UK, CH64 7TE
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- Institute of Ageing and Chronic Disease, University of Liverpool, Leahurst, Chester High Road, Neston, Wirral, UK, CH64 7TE
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- Thurston Arthritis Research Centre, School Of Medicine, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, USA, 27599
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- Centre for Genomic Research, Institute of Integrative Biology, Biosciences Building, Crown Street, University of Liverpool, Liverpool, UK, L69 7ZB
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- Musculoskeletal Research Group, Institute of Cellular Medicine, Newcastle University, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK, NE2 4HH
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- Musculoskeletal Research Group, Institute of Cellular Medicine, Newcastle University, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK, NE2 4HH
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- Musculoskeletal Research Group, Institute of Cellular Medicine, Newcastle University, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK, NE2 4HH
- Newcastle University Institute for Ageing, Newcastle University, Campus for Ageing and Vitality, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK, NE4 5PL
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- Institute of Ageing and Chronic Disease, University of Liverpool, Leahurst, Chester High Road, Neston, Wirral, UK, CH64 7TE
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Frisch J, Venkatesan JK, Rey-Rico A, Zawada AM, Schmitt G, Madry H, Cucchiarini M. Effects of rAAV-mediated FGF-2 gene transfer and overexpression upon the chondrogenic differentiation processes in human bone marrow aspirates. J Exp Orthop 2016; 3:16. [PMID: 27473203 PMCID: PMC4967065 DOI: 10.1186/s40634-016-0052-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/01/2016] [Accepted: 07/22/2016] [Indexed: 12/31/2022] Open
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Background Application of genetically modified bone marrow concentrates in articular cartilage lesions is a promising approach to enhance cartilage repair by stimulating the chondrogenic differentiation processes in sites of injury. Method In the present study, we examined the potential benefits of transferring the proliferative and pro-chondrogenic basic fibroblast growth factor (FGF-2) to human bone marrow aspirates in vitro using the clinically adapted recombinant adeno-associated virus (rAAV) vectors to monitor the biological and chondrogenic responses over time to the treatment compared with control (lacZ) gene application. Results Effective, significant FGF-2 gene transfer and expression via rAAV was established in the aspirates relative to the lacZ condition (from ~ 97 to 36 pg rhFGF-2/mg total proteins over an extended period of 21 days). Administration of the candidate FGF-2 vector led to prolonged increases in cell proliferation, matrix synthesis, and chondrogenesis but also to hypertrophic and terminal differentiation in the aspirates. Conclusion The present evaluation shows the advantages of rAAV-mediated FGF-2 gene transfer to conveniently modify bone marrow concentrates as a future approach to directly treat articular cartilage lesions, provided that expression of the growth factor is tightly regulated to prevent premature hypertrophy in vivo.
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- Janina Frisch
- Center of Experimental Orthopaedics, Saarland University Medical Center, Kirrbergerstr. Bldg 37, D-66421, Homburg/Saar, Germany
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- Center of Experimental Orthopaedics, Saarland University Medical Center, Kirrbergerstr. Bldg 37, D-66421, Homburg/Saar, Germany
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- Center of Experimental Orthopaedics, Saarland University Medical Center, Kirrbergerstr. Bldg 37, D-66421, Homburg/Saar, Germany
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- Department of Internal Medicine IV, Saarland University Medical Center, Homburg/Saar, Germany
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- Center of Experimental Orthopaedics, Saarland University Medical Center, Kirrbergerstr. Bldg 37, D-66421, Homburg/Saar, Germany
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- Center of Experimental Orthopaedics, Saarland University Medical Center, Kirrbergerstr. Bldg 37, D-66421, Homburg/Saar, Germany.,Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Saarland University Medical Center, Homburg/Saar, Germany
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- Center of Experimental Orthopaedics, Saarland University Medical Center, Kirrbergerstr. Bldg 37, D-66421, Homburg/Saar, Germany.
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Lei J, Trevino E, Temenoff J. Cell number and chondrogenesis in human mesenchymal stem cell aggregates is affected by the sulfation level of heparin used as a cell coating. J Biomed Mater Res A 2016; 104:1817-29. [PMID: 26990913 PMCID: PMC5532474 DOI: 10.1002/jbm.a.35713] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/16/2015] [Revised: 03/05/2016] [Accepted: 03/09/2016] [Indexed: 01/12/2023]
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For particular cell-based therapies, it may be required to culture mesenchymal stem cell (MSC) aggregates with growth factors to promote cell proliferation and/or differentiation. Heparin, a negatively charged glycosaminoglycan (GAG) is known to play an important role in sequestration of positively charged growth factors and, when incorporated within cellular aggregates, could be used to promote local availability of growth factors. We have developed a heparin-based cell coating and we believe that the electrostatic interaction between native heparin and the positively charged growth factors will result in (1) higher cell number in response to fibroblast growth factor-2 (FGF-2) and 2) greater chondrogenic differentiation in response to transforming growth factor-β1 (TGF-β1), compared to a desulfated heparin coating. Results revealed that in the presence of FGF-2, by day 14, heparin-coated MSC aggregates increased in DNA content 8.5 ± 1.6 fold compared to day 1, which was greater than noncoated and desulfated heparin-coated aggregates. In contrast, when cultured in the presence of TGF-β1, by day 21, desulfated heparin-coated aggregates upregulated gene expression of collagen II by 86.5 ± 7.5 fold and collagen X by 37.1 ± 4.7 fold, which was higher than that recorded in the noncoated and heparin-coated aggregates. These observations indicate that this coating technology represents a versatile platform to design MSC culture systems with pairings of GAGs and growth factors that can be tailored to overcome specific challenges in scale-up and culture for MSC-based therapeutics. © 2016 Wiley Periodicals, Inc. J Biomed Mater Res Part A: 104A: 1817-1829, 2016.
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- Jennifer Lei
- George W. Woodruff School of Mechanical Engineering, Georgia Institute of Technology, Atlanta, 30332, Georgia
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- Wallace H. Coulter Department of Biomedical Engineering, Georgia Institute of Technology and Emory University, Atlanta, 30332, Georgia
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- Wallace H. Coulter Department of Biomedical Engineering, Georgia Institute of Technology and Emory University, Atlanta, 30332, Georgia
- Parker H. Petit Institute for Bioengineering and Bioscience, Georgia Institute of Technology, Atlanta, 30332, Georgia
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Holton J, Imam MA, Snow M. Bone Marrow Aspirate in the Treatment of Chondral Injuries. Front Surg 2016; 3:33. [PMID: 27379241 PMCID: PMC4909728 DOI: 10.3389/fsurg.2016.00033] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/23/2016] [Accepted: 05/23/2016] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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The ability of mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) to transdifferentiate into a desired cell lineage has captured the imagination of scientists and clinicians alike. The limited ability for chondrocytes to regenerate in chondral injuries has raised the concept of using MSCs to help regenerate and repair damaged tissue. The expansion of cells in a laboratory setting to be delivered back to the patient is too costly for clinical use in the present tough economic climate. This process is slow with due to the complexity of trying to imitate the natural environment and biological stimulation of chondral cell replication and proliferation. Bone marrow aspirate concentrate (BMAC) has the potential to provide an easily accessible and readily available source of MSCs with key growth factors that can be used in treating chondral injuries. This review summarizes the underlying basic science of MSCs and the therapeutic potential of BMAC.
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- James Holton
- Queen Elizabeth Hospital, University Hospitals Birmingham , Birmingham , UK
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- Royal Orthopaedic Hospital, Birmingham, UK; Suez Canal University, Ismailia, Egypt
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- Royal Orthopaedic Hospital , Birmingham , UK
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Locomotive syndrome is a condition of reduced mobility due to impairment of locomotive organs. Since upright bipedal walking involves minutely controlled movement patterns, impairment of any aspect of the locomotive organs has the potential to adversely affect it. In addition to trauma, chronic diseases of the locomotive organs, which progress with repeated bouts of acute exacerbations, are common causes of the locomotive syndrome. In Japan's super-aging society, many people are likely to experience locomotive syndrome in the later part of their lives. Exercise intervention is effective in improving motor function, but because the subjects are elderly people with significant degenerative diseases of the locomotor organs, caution should be taken in choosing the type and intensity of exercise. The present review discusses the definition, current burden, diagnosis and interventions pertaining to the locomotive syndrome. The concept and measures are spreading throughout Japan as one of the national health policy targets.
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Kalamegam G, Abbas M, Gari M, Alsehli H, Kadam R, Alkaff M, Chaudhary A, Al-Qahtani M, Abuzenadah A, Kafienah W, Mobasheri A. Pelleted Bone Marrow Derived Mesenchymal Stem Cells Are Better Protected from the Deleterious Effects of Arthroscopic Heat Shock. Front Physiol 2016; 7:180. [PMID: 27252654 PMCID: PMC4877393 DOI: 10.3389/fphys.2016.00180] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/18/2016] [Accepted: 05/05/2016] [Indexed: 01/10/2023] Open
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Introduction: The impact of arthroscopic temperature on joint tissues is poorly understood and it is not known how mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) respond to the effects of heat generated by the device during the process of arthroscopy assisted experimental cell-based therapy. In the present study, we isolated and phenotypically characterized human bone marrow mesenchymal stem cells (hBMMSCs) from osteoarthritis (OA) patients, and evaluated the effect of arthroscopic heat on cells in suspension and pellet cultures. Methods: Primary cultures of hBMMSCs were isolated from bone marrow aspirates of OA patients and cultured using DMEM supplemented with 10% FBS and characterized for their stemness. hBMMSCs (1 × 106 cells) cultured as single cell suspensions or cell pellets were exposed to an illuminated arthroscope for 10, 20, or 30 min. This was followed by analysis of cellular proliferation and heat shock related gene expression. Results: hBMMSCs were viable and exhibited population doubling, short spindle morphology, MSC related CD surface markers expression and tri-lineage differentiation into adipocytes, chondrocytes and osteoblasts. Chondrogenic and osteogenic differentiation increased collagen production and alkaline phosphatase activity. Exposure of hBMMSCs to an illuminated arthroscope for 10, 20, or 30 min for 72 h decreased metabolic activity of the cells in suspensions (63.27% at 30 min) and increased metabolic activity in cell pellets (62.86% at 10 min and 68.57% at 20 min). hBMMSCs exposed to 37, 45, and 55°C for 120 s demonstrated significant upregulation of BAX, P53, Cyclin A2, Cyclin E1, TNF-α, and HSP70 in cell suspensions compared to cell pellets. Conclusions: hBMMSC cell pellets are better protected from temperature alterations compared to cell suspensions. Transplantation of hBMMSCs as pellets rather than as cell suspensions to the cartilage defect site would therefore support their viability and may aid enhanced cartilage regeneration.
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- Gauthaman Kalamegam
- Center of Excellence in Genomic Medicine Research, King Abdulaziz UniversityJeddah, Saudi Arabia; Sheik Salem Bin Mahfouz Scientific Chair for Treatment of Osteoarthritis by Stem Cells, King Abdulaziz UniversityJeddah, Saudi Arabia
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- Sheik Salem Bin Mahfouz Scientific Chair for Treatment of Osteoarthritis by Stem Cells, King Abdulaziz UniversityJeddah, Saudi Arabia; Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, King Abdulaziz University HospitalJeddah, Saudi Arabia
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- Center of Excellence in Genomic Medicine Research, King Abdulaziz UniversityJeddah, Saudi Arabia; Sheik Salem Bin Mahfouz Scientific Chair for Treatment of Osteoarthritis by Stem Cells, King Abdulaziz UniversityJeddah, Saudi Arabia; Department of Medical Laboratory Technology, Faculty of Applied Medical Sciences, King Abdulaziz UniversityJeddah, Saudi Arabia
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- Faculty of Applied Medical Sciences, Center of Innovation in Personalized Medicine, King Abdulaziz University Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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- Center of Excellence in Genomic Medicine Research, King Abdulaziz University Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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- Sheik Salem Bin Mahfouz Scientific Chair for Treatment of Osteoarthritis by Stem Cells, King Abdulaziz UniversityJeddah, Saudi Arabia; Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, King Abdulaziz University HospitalJeddah, Saudi Arabia
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- Center of Excellence in Genomic Medicine Research, King Abdulaziz University Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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- Center of Excellence in Genomic Medicine Research, King Abdulaziz University Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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- Center of Excellence in Genomic Medicine Research, King Abdulaziz UniversityJeddah, Saudi Arabia; Faculty of Applied Medical Sciences, Center of Innovation in Personalized Medicine, King Abdulaziz UniversityJeddah, Saudi Arabia
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- School of Cellular and Molecular Medicine, University of Bristol Bristol, UK
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- Center of Excellence in Genomic Medicine Research, King Abdulaziz UniversityJeddah, Saudi Arabia; The D-BOARD European Consortium for Biomarker Discovery, The APPROACH Innovative Medicines Initiative Consortium, Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, University of SurreySurrey, UK; Arthritis Research UK Centre for Sport, Exercise and Osteoarthritis, Arthritis Research UK Pain Centre, Medical Research Council and Arthritis Research UK Centre for Musculoskeletal Aging Research, University of Nottingham, Queen's Medical CentreNottingham, UK
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Reissis D, Tang QO, Cooper NC, Carasco CF, Gamie Z, Mantalaris A, Tsiridis E. Current clinical evidence for the use of mesenchymal stem cells in articular cartilage repair. Expert Opin Biol Ther 2016; 16:535-57. [PMID: 26798997 DOI: 10.1517/14712598.2016.1145651] [Citation(s) in RCA: 33] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/13/2023]
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INTRODUCTION Articular cartilage is renowned for its poor intrinsic capacity for repair. Current treatments for osteoarthritis are limited in their ability to reliably restore the native articular cartilage structure and function. Mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) present an attractive treatment option for articular cartilage repair, with a recent expansion of clinical trials investigating their use in patients. AREAS COVERED This paper provides a current overview of the clinical evidence on the use of MSCs in articular cartilage repair. EXPERT OPINION The article demonstrates robust clinical evidence that MSCs have significant potential for the regeneration of hyaline articular cartilage in patients. The majority of clinical trials to date have yielded significantly positive results with minimal adverse effects. However the clinical research is still in its infancy. The optimum MSC source, cell concentrations, implantation technique, scaffold, growth factors and rehabilitation protocol for clinical use are yet to be identified. A larger number of randomised control trials are required to objectively compare the clinical efficacy and long-term safety of the various techniques. As the clinical research continues to evolve and address these challenges, it is likely that MSCs may become integrated into routine clinical practice in the near future.
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- Dimitris Reissis
- a Department of Chemical Engineering, Biological Systems Engineering Laboratory (BSEL) , Imperial College London , London , UK
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- a Department of Chemical Engineering, Biological Systems Engineering Laboratory (BSEL) , Imperial College London , London , UK
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- a Department of Chemical Engineering, Biological Systems Engineering Laboratory (BSEL) , Imperial College London , London , UK
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- a Department of Chemical Engineering, Biological Systems Engineering Laboratory (BSEL) , Imperial College London , London , UK
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- a Department of Chemical Engineering, Biological Systems Engineering Laboratory (BSEL) , Imperial College London , London , UK
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- a Department of Chemical Engineering, Biological Systems Engineering Laboratory (BSEL) , Imperial College London , London , UK
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- a Department of Chemical Engineering, Biological Systems Engineering Laboratory (BSEL) , Imperial College London , London , UK.,b Academic Orthopaedic Unit , Aristotle University Medical School , Thessaloniki , Greece
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Tao K, Frisch J, Rey-Rico A, Venkatesan JK, Schmitt G, Madry H, Lin J, Cucchiarini M. Co-overexpression of TGF-β and SOX9 via rAAV gene transfer modulates the metabolic and chondrogenic activities of human bone marrow-derived mesenchymal stem cells. Stem Cell Res Ther 2016; 7:20. [PMID: 26830674 PMCID: PMC4736112 DOI: 10.1186/s13287-016-0280-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 23] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/16/2015] [Revised: 12/16/2015] [Accepted: 01/13/2016] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Articular cartilage has a limited potential for self-healing. Transplantation of genetically modified progenitor cells like bone marrow-derived mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) is an attractive strategy to improve the intrinsic repair capacities of damaged articular cartilage. METHODS In this study, we examined the potential benefits of co-overexpressing the pleiotropic transformation growth factor beta (TGF-β) with the cartilage-specific transcription factor SOX9 via gene transfer with recombinant adeno-associated virus (rAAV) vectors upon the biological activities of human MSCs (hMSCs). Freshly isolated hMSCs were transduced over time with separate rAAV vectors carrying either TGF-β or sox9 in chondrogenically-induced aggregate cultures to evaluate the efficacy and duration of transgene expression and to monitor the effects of rAAV-mediated genetic modification upon the cellular activities (proliferation, matrix synthesis) and chondrogenic differentiation potency compared with control conditions (lacZ treatment, sequential transductions). RESULTS Significant, prolonged TGF-β/sox9 co-overexpression was achieved in chondrogenically-induced hMSCs upon co-transduction via rAAV for up to 21 days, leading to enhanced proliferative, biosynthetic, and chondrogenic activities relative to control treatments, especially when co-applying the candidate vectors at the highest vector doses tested. Optimal co-administration of TGF-β with sox9 also advantageously reduced hypertrophic differentiation of the cells in the conditions applied here. CONCLUSION The present findings demonstrate the possibility of modifying MSCs by combined therapeutic gene transfer as potent future strategies for implantation in clinically relevant animal models of cartilage defects in vivo.
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- Ke Tao
- Institute of Arthritis, Peking University People's Hospital, Beijing, 100044, P.R. China. .,Peking University Health Science Center, Beijing, 100191, P.R. China. .,Center of Experimental Orthopedics, Saarland University Medical Center, Kirrbergerstraße Bldg 37, Homburg/Saar, D-66421, Germany.
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- Center of Experimental Orthopedics, Saarland University Medical Center, Kirrbergerstraße Bldg 37, Homburg/Saar, D-66421, Germany.
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- Center of Experimental Orthopedics, Saarland University Medical Center, Kirrbergerstraße Bldg 37, Homburg/Saar, D-66421, Germany.
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- Center of Experimental Orthopedics, Saarland University Medical Center, Kirrbergerstraße Bldg 37, Homburg/Saar, D-66421, Germany.
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- Center of Experimental Orthopedics, Saarland University Medical Center, Kirrbergerstraße Bldg 37, Homburg/Saar, D-66421, Germany.
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- Center of Experimental Orthopedics, Saarland University Medical Center, Kirrbergerstraße Bldg 37, Homburg/Saar, D-66421, Germany. .,Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Saarland University Medical Center, Kirrbergerstr. Bldg 37, Homburg/Saar, D-66421, Germany.
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- Institute of Arthritis, Peking University People's Hospital, Beijing, 100044, P.R. China. .,Peking University Health Science Center, Beijing, 100191, P.R. China.
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- Center of Experimental Orthopedics, Saarland University Medical Center, Kirrbergerstraße Bldg 37, Homburg/Saar, D-66421, Germany.
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Frisch J, Rey-Rico A, Venkatesan JK, Schmitt G, Madry H, Cucchiarini M. TGF-β gene transfer and overexpression via rAAV vectors stimulates chondrogenic events in human bone marrow aspirates. J Cell Mol Med 2016; 20:430-40. [PMID: 26808466 PMCID: PMC4759465 DOI: 10.1111/jcmm.12774] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/21/2015] [Accepted: 12/01/2015] [Indexed: 12/12/2022] Open
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Genetic modification of marrow concentrates may provide convenient approaches to enhance the chondrogenic differentiation processes and improve the repair capacities in sites of cartilage defects following administration in the lesions. Here, we provided clinically adapted recombinant adeno‐associated virus (rAAV) vectors to human bone marrow aspirates to promote the expression of the potent transforming growth factor beta (TGF‐β) as a means to regulate the biological and chondrogenic activities in the samples in vitro. Successful TGF‐β gene transfer and expression viarAAV was reached relative to control (lacZ) treatment (from 511.1 to 16.1 pg rhTGF‐β/mg total proteins after 21 days), allowing to durably enhance the levels of cell proliferation, matrix synthesis, and chondrogenic differentiation. Strikingly, in the conditions applied here, application of the candidate TGF‐β vector was also capable of reducing the hypertrophic and osteogenic differentiation processes in the aspirates, showing the potential benefits of using this particular vector to directly modify marrow concentrates to generate single‐step, effective approaches that aim at improving articular cartilage repair in vivo.
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- Janina Frisch
- Center of Experimental Orthopaedics, Saarland University Medical Center, Homburg/Saar, Germany
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- Center of Experimental Orthopaedics, Saarland University Medical Center, Homburg/Saar, Germany
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- Center of Experimental Orthopaedics, Saarland University Medical Center, Homburg/Saar, Germany
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- Center of Experimental Orthopaedics, Saarland University Medical Center, Homburg/Saar, Germany.,Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Saarland University Medical Center, Homburg/Saar, Germany
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- Center of Experimental Orthopaedics, Saarland University Medical Center, Homburg/Saar, Germany
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Yasui Y, Ando W, Shimomura K, Koizumi K, Ryota C, Hamamoto S, Kobayashi M, Yoshikawa H, Nakamura N. Scaffold-free, stem cell-based cartilage repair. J Clin Orthop Trauma 2016; 7:157-63. [PMID: 27489410 PMCID: PMC4949412 DOI: 10.1016/j.jcot.2016.06.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 33] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/27/2016] [Accepted: 06/03/2016] [Indexed: 01/01/2023] Open
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Various approaches to treat articular cartilage have been widely investigated due to its poor intrinsic healing capacity. Stem cell-based therapy could be a promising approach as an alternative to chondrocyte-based therapy and some of these therapies have been already applied in clinical condition. This review discusses the current development of stem cell-based therapies in cartilage repair, specifically focusing on scaffold-free approaches.
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- Yukihiko Yasui
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Osaka University Graduate School of Medicine, Osaka, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Osaka University Graduate School of Medicine, Osaka, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Osaka University Graduate School of Medicine, Osaka, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Osaka University Graduate School of Medicine, Osaka, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Osaka University Graduate School of Medicine, Osaka, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Osaka University Graduate School of Medicine, Osaka, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Osaka University Graduate School of Medicine, Osaka, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Osaka University Graduate School of Medicine, Osaka, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Osaka University Graduate School of Medicine, Osaka, Japan,Institute for Medical Science in Sports, Osaka Health Science University, Osaka, Japan,Center for Advanced Medical Engineering and Informatics, Osaka University, Osaka, Japan,Corresponding author at: Institute for Medical Science in Sports, Osaka Health Science University, 1-9-27, Tenma, Kita-ku, Osaka city, Osaka 530-0043, Japan. Tel.: +81-6-6352-0093; fax: +81-6-6352-5995.
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rAAV-mediated overexpression of sox9, TGF-β and IGF-I in minipig bone marrow aspirates to enhance the chondrogenic processes for cartilage repair. Gene Ther 2015; 23:247-55. [PMID: 26583804 DOI: 10.1038/gt.2015.106] [Citation(s) in RCA: 23] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/23/2015] [Revised: 09/13/2015] [Accepted: 10/19/2015] [Indexed: 12/24/2022]
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Administration of therapeutic gene sequences coding for chondrogenic and chondroreparative factors in bone marrow aspirates using the clinically adapted recombinant adeno-associated virus (rAAV) vector may provide convenient, single-step approaches to improve cartilage repair. Here, we tested the ability of distinct rAAV constructs coding for the potent SOX9, transforming growth factor beta (TGF-β) and insulin-like growth factor I (IGF-I) candidate factors to modify marrow aspirates from minipigs to offer a preclinical large animal model system adapted for a translational evaluation of cartilage repair upon transplantation in sites of injury. Our results demonstrate that high, prolonged rAAV gene transfer efficiencies were achieved in the aspirates (up to 100% for at least 21 days) allowing to produce elevated amounts of the transcription factor SOX9 that led to increased levels of matrix synthesis and chondrogenic differentiation and of the growth factors TGF-β and IGF-I that both increased cell proliferation, matrix synthesis and chondrogenic differentiation (although to a lower level than SOX9) compared with control (lacZ) condition. Remarkably, application of the candidate SOX9 vector also led to reduced levels of hypertrophic differentiation in the aspirates, possibly by modulating the β-catenin, Indian hedgehog and PTHrP pathways. The present findings show the benefits of modifying minipig marrow concentrates via rAAV gene transfer as a future means to develop practical strategies to promote cartilage repair in a large animal model.
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Sridharan B, Sharma B, Detamore MS. A Road Map to Commercialization of Cartilage Therapy in the United States of America. TISSUE ENGINEERING PART B-REVIEWS 2015; 22:15-33. [PMID: 26192161 DOI: 10.1089/ten.teb.2015.0147] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/20/2022]
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Despite numerous efforts in cartilage regeneration, few products see the light of clinical translation as the commercialization process is opaque, financially demanding, and requires collaboration with people of varied skill sets. The aim of this review is to introduce, to an academic audience, the different paradigms involved in the commercialization of cartilage regeneration technology, elucidate the different hurdles associated with the use of cells and materials in developing new technologies, discuss potential commercialization strategies, and inform the reader about the current trends observed in both the clinical and laboratory setting for establishing clinical trials. Although there are review articles on articular cartilage tissue engineering, independent reports provided by the Food and Drug Administration, and separate review articles on animal models, this is the first review that encompasses all of these facets and is presented in a format favorable to the academic investigator interested in clinical translation from bench to bedside.
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- 2 Department of Biomedical Engineering, University of Florida , Gainesville, Florida
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- 1 Bioengineering Program, University of Kansas , Lawrence, Kansas.,3 Department of Chemical and Petroleum Engineering, University of Kansas , Lawrence, Kansas
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Frisch J, Rey-Rico A, Venkatesan JK, Schmitt G, Madry H, Cucchiarini M. Chondrogenic Differentiation Processes in Human Bone Marrow Aspirates upon rAAV-Mediated Gene Transfer and Overexpression of the Insulin-Like Growth Factor I. Tissue Eng Part A 2015; 21:2460-71. [PMID: 26123891 DOI: 10.1089/ten.tea.2014.0679] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/15/2022] Open
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Direct therapeutic gene transfer in marrow concentrates is an attractive strategy to conveniently enhance the chondrogenic differentiation processes as a means to improve the healing response of damaged articular cartilage upon reimplantation in sites of injury. In the present study, we evaluated the ability of the clinically adapted recombinant adeno-associated virus (rAAV) vectors to mediate overexpression of the insulin-like growth factor I (IGF-I) in human bone marrow aspirates that may modulate the proliferative, anabolic activities, and chondrogenic differentiation potential in such samples in vitro. The results demonstrate that successful, significant rAAV-mediated IGF-I gene transfer and expression were achieved in transduced aspirates (up to 105.9±35.1 pg rhIGF-I/mg total proteins) over time (21 days) at very high levels (∼80% of cells expressing the candidate IGF-I transgene), leading to increased levels of proliferation, matrix synthesis, and chondrogenic differentiation over time compared with the control (lacZ) condition. Treatment with the candidate IGF-I vector also stimulated the hypertrophic and osteogenic differentiation processes in the aspirates, suggesting that the regulation of IGF-I expression through rAAV will be a prerequisite for future translation of the approach in vivo. However, these findings show the possible benefits of this vector class to directly modify marrow concentrates as a convenient tool for strategies that aim at improving the repair of articular cartilage lesions.
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- Janina Frisch
- 1 Center of Experimental Orthopaedics, Saarland University Medical Center , Homburg/Saar, Germany
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- 1 Center of Experimental Orthopaedics, Saarland University Medical Center , Homburg/Saar, Germany
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- 1 Center of Experimental Orthopaedics, Saarland University Medical Center , Homburg/Saar, Germany
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- 1 Center of Experimental Orthopaedics, Saarland University Medical Center , Homburg/Saar, Germany .,2 Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Saarland University Medical Center , Homburg/Saar, Germany
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- 1 Center of Experimental Orthopaedics, Saarland University Medical Center , Homburg/Saar, Germany
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Ma X, Sun Y, Cheng X, Gao Y, Hu B, Wen G, Qian Y, Gu W, Mao Y, Liu W. Repair of osteochondral defects by mosaicplasty and allogeneic BMSCs transplantation. Int J Clin Exp Med 2015; 8:6053-6059. [PMID: 26131203 PMCID: PMC4483996] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/02/2015] [Accepted: 04/03/2015] [Indexed: 06/04/2023]
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OBJECTIVE To investigate the feasibility and efficacy of repairing osteochondral defects with mosaicplasty and allogeneic bone marrow mesenchymal stem cells (BMSCs) transplantation. METHODS BMSCs were harvested from rabbits and maintained in vitro. Cells of third passage were mixed with pluronic F-127. Osteochondral defect animal model was established in rabbits and then this defect was treated with autologous osteochondral grafts with or without BMSCs above mentioned. In control group, pure pluronic F-127 was filled in the defect. Histological and immunohistological examinations were performed for the evaluation of therapeutic effectiveness. RESULTS Autologous osteochondral grafts in both groups were not loose, prolapsed and depressed. In BMSCs group, the tissues in the "death space" became hyaline cartilage. The arrangement of chondrocytes was regular. At 4, 8, 12 and 16 weeks, O'Driscoll and Keeley and Salter score were 14.00±1.00, 16.75±1.71, 18.00±0.82 and 20.50±1.29 in BMSCs group, which were significantly higher than those in control group (7.67±0.58, 8.00±0.82, 8.50±0.58 and 9.00±0.82, respectively). There were significant differences among different treatments (F=584.028, P=0.000), but the score was comparable between right defect and left defect (F=0.028, P=0.890). In addition, significant difference was also observed at different time points (F=18.364, P=0.000), but there was no interaction between time and treatment (F=6.939, P=0.015). Moreover, interactions among other factors were also not observed. CONCLUSION Mosaicplasty and BMSC transplantation are effective to repair the osteochondral defects and integrate the "death space", achieving a better therapeutic efficacy. Thus, this combined therapy may become an effective strategy for the therapy of osteochondral defects.
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- Xin Ma
- Department of Orthopaedics, Shanghai Jiao Tong University Affiliated Sixth People's Hospital Shanghai 200233, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Shanghai Jiao Tong University Affiliated Sixth People's Hospital Shanghai 200233, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Shanghai Jiao Tong University Affiliated Sixth People's Hospital Shanghai 200233, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Shanghai Jiao Tong University Affiliated Sixth People's Hospital Shanghai 200233, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Shanghai Jiao Tong University Affiliated Sixth People's Hospital Shanghai 200233, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Shanghai Jiao Tong University Affiliated Sixth People's Hospital Shanghai 200233, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Shanghai Jiao Tong University Affiliated Sixth People's Hospital Shanghai 200233, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Shanghai Jiao Tong University Affiliated Sixth People's Hospital Shanghai 200233, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Shanghai Jiao Tong University Affiliated Sixth People's Hospital Shanghai 200233, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Shanghai Jiao Tong University Affiliated Sixth People's Hospital Shanghai 200233, China
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Cucchiarini M, Henrionnet C, Mainard D, Pinzano A, Madry H. New trends in articular cartilage repair. J Exp Orthop 2015; 2:8. [PMID: 26914876 PMCID: PMC4544617 DOI: 10.1186/s40634-015-0026-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/19/2014] [Accepted: 03/25/2015] [Indexed: 12/31/2022] Open
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Damage to the articular cartilage is an important, prevalent, and unsolved clinical issue for the orthopaedic surgeon. This review summarizes innovative basic research approaches that may improve the current understanding of cartilage repair processes and lead to novel therapeutic options. In this regard, new aspects of cartilage tissue engineering with a focus on the choice of the best-suited cell source are presented. The importance of non-destructive cartilage imaging is highlighted with the recent availability of adapted experimental tools such as Second Harmonic Generation (SHG) imaging. Novel insights into cartilage pathophysiology based on the involvement of the infrapatellar fat pad in osteoarthritis are also described. Also, recombinant adeno-associated viral vectors are discussed as clinically adapted, efficient tools for potential gene-based medicines in a variety of articular cartilage disorders. Taken as a whole, such advances in basic research in diverse fields of articular cartilage repair may lead to the development of improved therapies in the clinics for an improved, effective treatment of cartilage lesions in a close future.
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- Magali Cucchiarini
- Center of Experimental Orthopaedics, Saarland University Medical Center and Saarland University, Bldg 37, Kirrbergerstr. 1, D-66421, Homburg, Germany. .,Cartilage Net of the Greater Region, Homburg, Germany.
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- Cartilage Net of the Greater Region, Homburg, Germany. .,Ingénierie Moléculaire et Physiopathologie Articulaire, Unité Mixte de Recherches 7365 Centre National de la Recherche Scientifique, Université de Lorraine, F-54505, Vandoeuvre Lès Nancy, France.
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- Cartilage Net of the Greater Region, Homburg, Germany. .,Ingénierie Moléculaire et Physiopathologie Articulaire, Unité Mixte de Recherches 7365 Centre National de la Recherche Scientifique, Université de Lorraine, F-54505, Vandoeuvre Lès Nancy, France.
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- Cartilage Net of the Greater Region, Homburg, Germany. .,Ingénierie Moléculaire et Physiopathologie Articulaire, Unité Mixte de Recherches 7365 Centre National de la Recherche Scientifique, Université de Lorraine, F-54505, Vandoeuvre Lès Nancy, France.
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- Center of Experimental Orthopaedics, Saarland University Medical Center and Saarland University, Bldg 37, Kirrbergerstr. 1, D-66421, Homburg, Germany. .,Cartilage Net of the Greater Region, Homburg, Germany. .,Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Saarland University Medical Center and Saarland University, D-66421, Homburg/Saar, Germany.
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Rey-Rico A, Frisch J, Venkatesan JK, Schmitt G, Madry H, Cucchiarini M. Determination of effective rAAV-mediated gene transfer conditions to support chondrogenic differentiation processes in human primary bone marrow aspirates. Gene Ther 2015; 22:50-7. [PMID: 25338919 DOI: 10.1038/gt.2014.90] [Citation(s) in RCA: 28] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/15/2014] [Revised: 07/23/2014] [Accepted: 08/26/2014] [Indexed: 11/09/2022]
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The genetic modification of freshly aspirated bone marrow may provide convenient tools to enhance the regenerative capacities of cartilage defects compared with the complex manipulation of isolated progenitor cells. In the present study, we examined the ability and safety of recombinant adeno-associated virus (rAAV) serotype 2 vectors to deliver various reporter gene sequences in primary human bone marrow aspirates over time without altering the chondrogenic processes in the samples. The results demonstrate that successful rAAV-mediated gene transfer and expression of the lacZ and red fluorescent protein marker genes were achieved in transduced aspirates at very high efficiencies (90-94%) and over extended periods of time (up to 125 days) upon treatment with hirudin, an alternative anticoagulant that does not prevent the adsorption of the rAAV-2 particles at the surface of their targets compared with heparin. Application of rAAV was safe, displaying neither cytotoxic nor detrimental effects on the cellular and proliferative activities or on the chondrogenic processes in the aspirates especially using an optimal dose of 0.5 mg ml(-1) hirudin, and application of the potent SOX9 transcription factor even enhanced these processes while counteracting hypertrophic differentiation. The current findings demonstrate the clinical value of this class of vector to durably and safely modify bone marrow aspirates as a means to further develop convenient therapeutic approaches to improve the healing of cartilage defects.
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- Center of Experimental Orthopaedics, Saarland University Medical Center, Homburg/Saar, Germany
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- Center of Experimental Orthopaedics, Saarland University Medical Center, Homburg/Saar, Germany
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- Center of Experimental Orthopaedics, Saarland University Medical Center, Homburg/Saar, Germany
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- Center of Experimental Orthopaedics, Saarland University Medical Center, Homburg/Saar, Germany
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- 1] Center of Experimental Orthopaedics, Saarland University Medical Center, Homburg/Saar, Germany [2] Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Saarland University Medical Center, Homburg/Saar, Germany
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- Center of Experimental Orthopaedics, Saarland University Medical Center, Homburg/Saar, Germany
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Xiao L, Nasu M. From regenerative dentistry to regenerative medicine: progress, challenges, and potential applications of oral stem cells. STEM CELLS AND CLONING-ADVANCES AND APPLICATIONS 2014; 7:89-99. [PMID: 25506228 PMCID: PMC4260683 DOI: 10.2147/sccaa.s51009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 40] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/26/2022]
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Adult mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) and epithelial stem cells play essential roles in tissue repair and self-healing. Oral MSCs and epithelial stem cells can be isolated from adult human oral tissues, for example, teeth, periodontal ligament, and gingiva. Cocultivated adult oral epithelial stem cells and MSCs could represent some developmental events, such as epithelial invagination and tubular structure formation, signifying their potentials for tissue regeneration. Oral epithelial stem cells have been used in regenerative medicine over 1 decade. They are able to form a stratified cell sheet under three-dimensional culture conditions. Both experimental and clinical data indicate that the cell sheets can not only safely and effectively reconstruct the damaged cornea in humans, but also repair esophageal ulcer in animal models. Oral MSCs include dental pulp stem cells (DPSCs), stem cells from exfoliated deciduous teeth (SHED), stem cells from apical papilla (SCAP), periodontal ligament stem cells (PDLSCs), and mesenchymal stem cells from gingiva (GMSCs). They are widely applied in both regenerative dentistry and medicine. DPSCs, SHED, and SCAP are able to form dentin–pulp complex when being transplanted into immunodeficient animals. They have been experimentally used for the regeneration of dental pulp, neuron, bone muscle and blood vessels in animal models and have shown promising results. PDLSCs and GMSCs are demonstrated to be ideal cell sources for repairing the damaged tissues of periodontal, muscle, and tendon. Despite the abovementioned applications of oral stem cells, only a few human clinical trials are now underway to use them for the treatment of certain diseases. Since clinical use is the end goal, their true regenerative power and safety need to be further examined.
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- Li Xiao
- Department of Pharmacology, The Nippon Dental University, Tokyo, Japan
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- Research Center, The Nippon Dental University, Tokyo, Japan
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Uth K, Trifonov D. Stem cell application for osteoarthritis in the knee joint: A minireview. World J Stem Cells 2014; 6:629-636. [PMID: 25426260 PMCID: PMC4178263 DOI: 10.4252/wjsc.v6.i5.629] [Citation(s) in RCA: 28] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/27/2014] [Revised: 08/31/2014] [Accepted: 09/17/2014] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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Knee osteoarthritis is a chronic, indolent disease that will affect an ever increasing number of patients, especially the elderly and the obese. It is characterized by degeneration of the cartilage substance inside the knee which leads to pain, stiffness and tenderness. By some estimations in 2030, only in the United States, this medical condition will burden 67 million people. While conventional treatments like physiotherapy or drugs offer temporary relief of clinical symptoms, restoration of normal cartilage function has been difficult to achieve. Moreover, in severe cases of knee osteoarthritis total knee replacement may be required. Total knee replacements come together with high effort and costs and are not always successful. The aim of this review is to outline the latest advances in stem cell therapy for knee osteoarthritis as well as highlight some of the advantages of stem cell therapy over traditional approaches aimed at restoration of cartilage function in the knee. In addition to the latest advances in the field, challenges associated with stem cell therapy regarding knee cartilage regeneration and chondrogenesis in vitro and in vivo are also outlined and analyzed. Furthermore, based on their critical assessment of the present academic literature the authors of this review share their vision about the future of stem cell applications in the treatment of knee osteoarthritis.
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