scholarly journals Controlled release of basic fibroblast growth factor from a peptide biomaterial for bone regeneration

2020 ◽  
Vol 7 (4) ◽  
pp. 191830 ◽  
Author(s):  
WeiKang Zhao ◽  
Yuling Li ◽  
Ao Zhou ◽  
Xiaojun Chen ◽  
Kai Li ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Electron Microscopy ◽  
Bone Repair ◽  
Three Dimensional ◽  
Controlled Drug Release ◽  
Confocal Laser ◽  
Polyamide 66 ◽  
Bone Mesenchymal Stem Cells ◽  
Alizarin Red

Self-assembled peptide scaffolds based on D-RADA16 are an important matrix for controlled drug release and three-dimensional cell culture. In this work, D-RADA16 peptide hydrogels were coated on artificial bone composed of nano-hydroxyapatite/polyamide 66 (nHA/PA66) to obtain a porous drug-releasing structure for treating bone defects. The developed materials were characterized via transmission electron microscopy and scanning electron microscopy. The proliferation and adhesion of bone mesenchymal stem cells (BMSCs) were examined by confocal laser microscopy and CCK-8 experiments. The osteogenic ability of the porous materials towards bone BMSCs was examined in vitro by staining with Alizarin Red S and alkaline phosphatase, and bioactivity was evaluated in vivo . The results revealed that nHA/PA66/D-RADA16/bFGF reduces the degradation rate of D-RADA16 hydrogels and prolongs sustained release of bFGF, which would promote BMSCs proliferation, adhesion and osteogenesis in vitro and bone repair in vivo . Thus, it deserves more attention and is worthy of further research.

In-vitro production and pre-validation of lyophilized canine platelet-rich plasma for therapeutic use

2021 ◽  
Vol 41 ◽  
Author(s):  
Natália P.P. Freitas ◽  
Maria Márcia M.S. Maior ◽  
Beatriz A.P. Silva ◽  
Marcus R.L. Bezerra ◽  
José F. Nunes ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Electron Microscopy ◽  
Cell Proliferation ◽  
Growth Factors ◽  
Platelet Rich Plasma ◽  
Three Dimensional ◽  
In Vitro Production ◽  
Mesh Structure ◽  
Prp Gel

ABSTRACT: Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) has been considered a promising therapeutic alternative, since platelets are rich in growth factors that are used in the Regenerative Medicine field. However, fresh PRP cannot be stored for long periods. This study aimed to develop a protocol for obtaining lyophilized canine PRP capable of maintaining viability after its reconstitution. For that purpose, canine PRP extraction and lyophilization protocols were initially tested. Subsequently, assays were carried out to quantify the growth factors VEGF and TGF-β, before and after the lyophilization process, gelation test and the three-dimensional gel structure analysis of the reconstituted lyophilized PRP by electron microscopy, as well as in vitro cell proliferation test in lyophilized PRP gel. Additionally, the immunogenicity test was performed, using allogeneic samples of lyophilized PRP. The results showed that the lyophilized PRP had adequate therapeutic concentrations of growth factors VEGF and TGF-β (9.1pg/mL and 6161.6pg/mL, respectively). The reconstituted PRP gel after lyophilization showed an in vitro durability of 10 days. Its electron microscopy structure was similar to that of fresh PRP. In the cell proliferation test, an intense division process was verified in mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) through the three-dimensional mesh structure of the lyophilized PRP gel. The immunogenicity test showed no evidence of an immune reaction. The findings were promising, suggesting the possibility of having a lyophilized canine PRP that can be marketed. New in vivo and in vitro studies must be carried out for therapeutic confirmation.

scholarly journals Effects of strontium ions with potential antibacterial activity on in vivo bone regeneration

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nafiseh Baheiraei ◽  
Hossein Eyni ◽  
Bita bakhshi ◽  
Raziyeh Najafloo
Keyword(s):  
Antibacterial Activity ◽  
Bone Formation ◽  
Bone Regeneration ◽  
Bone Repair ◽  
Early Stage ◽  
Antibacterial Activities ◽  
Calvarial Bone ◽  
Alizarin Red

Abstract Background: Bioactive glasses (BGs) have attracted added attention in the structure of the scaffolds for bone repair applications. Different metal ions could be doped in BGs to induce specific biological responses. Among these ions, strontium (Sr) is considered as an effective and safe doping element with promising effects on bone formation and regeneration.Methods: In this experiment, we evaluated the antibacterial activities of the gelatin-BG (Gel-BG) and Gel-BG/Sr scaffolds in vitro. The osteogenic properties of the prepared scaffolds were also assessed in rabbit calvarial bone defects for 12 weeks. Alizarin Red, Hematoxylin & Eosin (H&E) and Masson’s Trichrome staining were performed to assess bone regeneration and the obtained results were compared with those without Sr. Also, histomorphometric data were obtained to evaluate the new bone, residual graft, and connective tissue.Results: Both scaffolds showed in vivo bone formation during 12 weeks with the newly formed bone area in Gel-BG/Sr scaffold was higher than that in Gel-BG scaffolds after the whole period. Based on the histological results, Gel-BG/Sr exhibited acceleration of early-stage bone formation in vivo. The results of antibacterial investigation showed that although both Gel-BG/Sr and Gel-BG effectively inhibited the growth of Escherichia coli (E. coli) but, only Gel-BG/Sr structure could lead to a 3 log reduction in Staphylococcus aureus (S. aureus). Conclusions: Our results confirmed that Sr doped BG is a favorable candidate for bone tissue engineering with superior antibacterial activity and bone regeneration capacity compared with similar counterparts having no Sr ion.

scholarly journals Graphene Coated Scaffold for Bone Tissue Engineering: Physicochemical and Osteogenic Characterizations

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sajad Bahrami ◽  
Nafiseh Baheiraei ◽  
Mostafa Shahrezaee
Keyword(s):  
Tissue Engineering ◽  
Bone Tissue ◽  
Three Dimensional ◽  
Chemical Properties ◽  
Cranial Bone ◽  
Drying Methods ◽  
Porous Scaffolds ◽  
Alizarin Red

Abstract Variety of bone-related diseases and injures and limitations of traditional regeneration methods need to introduce new tissue substitutes. Tissue engineering and regeneration combined with nanomedicine can provide different natural or synthetic and combined scaffolds with bone mimicking properties for implant in the injured area. In this study, we synthesized collagen (Col) and reduced graphene oxide coated collagen (Col-rGO) scaffolds and evaluated their in vitro and in vivo effects on bone tissue repair. Col and Col-rGO scaffolds were synthesized by chemical crosslinking and freeze-drying methods. The surface topography, mechanical and chemical properties of scaffolds were characterized and showed three-dimensional (3D) porous scaffolds and successful coating of rGO on Col. rGO coating enhanced mechanical strength of Col-rGO scaffolds compared with Col scaffolds by 2.8 folds. Furthermore, Col-rGO scaffolds confirmed that graphene addition not only did not any cytotoxic effects but also enhanced human bone marrow-derived mesenchymal stem cells (hBMSCs) viability and proliferation with 3D adherence and expansion. Finally, scaffolds implantation into rabbit cranial bone defect for 12 weeks showed increased bone formation, confirmed by Hematoxylin-Eosin (H&E) and alizarin red staining. Altogether, the study showed that rGO coating improves Col scaffold properties and could be a promising implant for bone injuries.

scholarly journals Effects of strontium ions with potential antibacterial activity on in vivo bone regeneration

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nafiseh Baheiraei ◽  
Hossein Eyni ◽  
Bita bakhshi ◽  
Raziyeh Najafloo
Keyword(s):  
Antibacterial Activity ◽  
Bone Formation ◽  
Bone Regeneration ◽  
Bone Repair ◽  
Early Stage ◽  
Antibacterial Activities ◽  
Calvarial Bone ◽  
Alizarin Red

Abstract Background Bioactive glasses (BGs) have attracted added attention in the structure of the scaffolds for bone repair applications. Different metal ions could be doped in BGs to induce specific biological responses. Among these ions, strontium (Sr) is considered as an effective and safe doping element with promising effects on bone formation and regeneration. Methods In this experiment, we evaluated the antibacterial activities of the gelatin-BG (Gel-BG) and Gel-BG/Sr scaffolds in vitro. The osteogenic properties of the prepared scaffolds were also assessed in rabbit calvarial bone defects for 12 weeks. Alizarin Red, Hematoxylin & Eosin (H&E) and Masson’s Trichrome staining were performed to assess bone regeneration and the obtained results were compared with those without Sr. Also, histomorphometric data were obtained to evaluate the new bone, residual graft, and connective tissue. Results Both scaffolds showed in vivo bone formation during 12 weeks with the newly formed bone area in Gel-BG/Sr scaffold was higher than that in Gel-BG scaffolds after the whole period. Based on the histological results, Gel-BG/Sr exhibited acceleration of early-stage bone formation in vivo. The results of antibacterial investigation showed that although both Gel-BG/Sr and Gel-BG effectively inhibited the growth of Escherichia coli (E. coli) but, only Gel-BG/Sr structure could lead to a 3 log reduction in Staphylococcus aureus (S. aureus). Conclusions: Our results confirmed that Sr doped BG is a favorable candidate for bone tissue engineering with superior antibacterial activity and bone regeneration capacity compared with similar counterparts having no Sr ion.

scholarly journals Synergic effects of decellularized bone matrix, hydroxyapatite, and extracellular vesicles on repairing of the rabbit mandibular bone defect model

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Asrin Emami ◽  
Tahereh Talaei-Khozani ◽  
Saeid Tavanafar ◽  
Nehleh Zareifard ◽  
Negar Azarpira ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Electron Microscopy ◽  
Extracellular Vesicles ◽  
Bone Repair ◽  
Bone Matrix ◽  
Bone Cell ◽  
Histochemical Staining ◽  
Beneficial Effects ◽  
Mg63 Cells

Abstract Background: Extracellular vesicles (ECV) and bone extracellular matrix (ECM) have beneficial effects on the treatment of some pathological conditions. The purpose of this study was to find the synergic effects of decellularized bone (DB) ECM and ECVs on the repair of rabbit. Methods: The quality of decellularized sheep bones was confirmed by H&E, Hoechst, DNA quantification, immunohistochemistry, histochemical staining, and scanning electron microscopy (SEM). Osteoblast-derived ECVs were evaluated by internalization test, Transmission electron microscopy, Dynamic light scattering, and flow cytometry for CD9, CD63, CD81 markers. The hydrogel containing DB and hydroxyapatite (HA) with or without ECVs was evaluated for osteoblast functions and bone repair both in vitro and in vivo. Results: The data indicated ECM preservation after decellularization as well as cell depletion. In vitro assessments revealed that mineralization and alkaline phosphatase activity did not improve after treatment of MG63 cells by ECVs, while in vivo morphomatrical estimations showed synergic effects of ECVs and DB+HA hydrogels on increasing the number of bone-specific cells and vessel and bone area compared to the control, DB+HA and ECV-treated groups. Conclusions: The DB enriched with ECVs can be an ideal scaffold for bone tissue engineering and may provide a suitable niche for bone cell migration and differentiation.

scholarly journals Synergic effects of decellularized bone matrix, hydroxyapatite, and extracellular vesicles on repairing of the rabbit mandibular bone defect model

2020 ◽  
Vol 18 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Asrin Emami ◽  
Tahereh Talaei-Khozani ◽  
Saeid Tavanafar ◽  
Nehleh Zareifard ◽  
Negar Azarpira ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Electron Microscopy ◽  
Extracellular Vesicles ◽  
Bone Repair ◽  
Bone Matrix ◽  
Bone Cell ◽  
Histochemical Staining ◽  
Beneficial Effects ◽  
Mg63 Cells

Abstract Background Extracellular vesicles (ECV) and bone extracellular matrix (ECM) have beneficial effects on the treatment of some pathological conditions. The purpose of this study was to find the synergic effects of decellularized bone (DB) ECM and ECVs on the repair of rabbit. Methods The quality of decellularized sheep bones was confirmed by H&E, Hoechst, DNA quantification, immunohistochemistry, histochemical staining, and scanning electron microscopy (SEM). Osteoblast-derived ECVs were evaluated by internalization test, Transmission electron microscopy, Dynamic light scattering, and flow cytometry for CD9, CD63, CD81 markers. The hydrogel containing DB and hydroxyapatite (HA) with or without ECVs was evaluated for osteoblast functions and bone repair both in vitro and in vivo. Results The data indicated ECM preservation after decellularization as well as cell depletion. In vitro assessments revealed that mineralization and alkaline phosphatase activity did not improve after treatment of MG63 cells by ECVs, while in vivo morphomatrical estimations showed synergic effects of ECVs and DB + HA hydrogels on increasing the number of bone-specific cells and vessel and bone area compared to the control, DB + HA and ECV-treated groups. Conclusions The DB enriched with ECVs can be an ideal scaffold for bone tissue engineering and may provide a suitable niche for bone cell migration and differentiation.

scholarly journals Plasma Spray vs. Electrochemical Deposition: Toward a Better Osteogenic Effect of Hydroxyapatite Coatings on 3D-Printed Titanium Scaffolds

2021 ◽  
Vol 9 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yang Sun ◽  
Xing Zhang ◽  
Mingran Luo ◽  
Weifan Hu ◽  
Li Zheng ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Electrochemical Deposition ◽  
Plasma Spray ◽  
Bone Repair ◽  
Three Dimensional ◽  
Repair Capacity ◽  
Electrochemically Deposited ◽  
3D Printed ◽  
Plasma Sprayed

Surface modification of three-dimensional (3D)-printed titanium (Ti) scaffolds with hydroxyapatite (HA) has been a research hotspot in biomedical engineering. However, unlike HA coatings on a plain surface, 3D-printed Ti scaffolds have inherent porous structures that influence the characteristics of HA coatings and osteointegration. In the present study, HA coatings were successfully fabricated on 3D-printed Ti scaffolds using plasma spray and electrochemical deposition, named plasma sprayed HA (PSHA) and electrochemically deposited HA (EDHA), respectively. Compared to EDHA scaffolds, HA coatings on PSHA scaffolds were smooth and continuous. In vitro cell studies confirmed that PSHA scaffolds have better potential to promote bone mesenchymal stem cell adhesion, proliferation, and osteogenic differentiation than EDHA scaffolds in the early and late stages. Moreover, in vivo studies showed that PSHA scaffolds were endowed with superior bone repair capacity. Although the EDHA technology is simpler and more controllable, its limitation due to the crystalline and HA structures needs to be improved in the future. Thus, we believe that plasma spray is a better choice for fabricating HA coatings on implanted scaffolds, which may become a promising method for treating bone defects.

scholarly journals In vivo delivery of VEGF RNA and protein to increase osteogenesis and intraosseous angiogenesis

2019 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Robin M. H. Rumney ◽  
Stuart A. Lanham ◽  
Janos M. Kanczler ◽  
Alexander P. Kao ◽  
Lalitha Thiagarajan ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Blood Vessel ◽  
Bone Repair ◽  
Three Dimensional ◽  
Model Systems ◽  
High Dose ◽  
In Ovo ◽  
Calvarial Bone ◽  
Endothelial Growth Factor

AbstractDeficient bone vasculature is a key component in pathological conditions ranging from developmental skeletal abnormalities to impaired bone repair. Vascularisation is dependent upon vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF), which drives both angiogenesis and osteogenesis. The aim of this study was to examine the efficacy of blood vessel and bone formation following transfection with VEGF RNA or delivery of recombinant human VEGF165 protein (rhVEGF165) across in vitro and in vivo model systems. To quantify blood vessels within bone, an innovative approach was developed using high-resolution X-ray computed tomography (XCT) to generate quantifiable three-dimensional reconstructions. Application of rhVEGF165 enhanced osteogenesis, as evidenced by increased human osteoblast-like MG-63 cell proliferation in vitro and calvarial bone thickness following in vivo administration. In contrast, transfection with VEGF RNA triggered angiogenic effects by promoting VEGF protein secretion from MG-63VEGF165 cells in vitro, which resulted in significantly increased angiogenesis in the chorioallantoic (CAM) assay in ovo. Furthermore, direct transfection of bone with VEGF RNA in vivo increased intraosseous vascular branching. This study demonstrates the importance of continuous supply as opposed to a single high dose of VEGF on angiogenesis and osteogenesis and, illustrates the potential of XCT in delineating in 3D, blood vessel connectivity in bone.

scholarly journals Synergic effects of decellularized bone matrix, hydroxyapatite, and extracellular vesicles on repairing of the rabbit mandibular bone defect model

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Asrin Emami ◽  
Tahereh Talaei-Khozani ◽  
Saeid Tavanafar ◽  
Nehleh Zareifard ◽  
Negar Azarpira ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Electron Microscopy ◽  
Extracellular Vesicles ◽  
Bone Repair ◽  
Bone Matrix ◽  
Bone Cell ◽  
Histochemical Staining ◽  
Beneficial Effects ◽  
Mg63 Cells

Abstract Background: Extracellular vesicles (ECV) and bone extracellular matrix (ECM) have beneficial effects on the treatment of some pathological conditions. The purpose of this study was to find the synergic effects of decellularized bone (DB) ECM and ECVs on the repair of rabbit. Methods: The quality of decellularized sheep bones was confirmed by H&E, Hoechst, DNA quantification, immunohistochemistry, histochemical staining, and scanning electron microscopy (SEM). Osteoblast-derived ECVs were evaluated by internalization test, Transmission electron microscopy, Dynamic light scattering, and flow cytometry for CD9, CD63, CD81 markers. The hydrogel containing DB and hydroxyapatite (HA) with or without ECVs was evaluated for osteoblast functions and bone repair both in vitro and in vivo. Results: The data indicated ECM preservation after decellularization as well as cell depletion. In vitro assessments revealed that mineralization and alkaline phosphatase activity did not improve after treatment of MG63 cells by ECVs, while in vivo morphomatrical estimations showed synergic effects of ECVs and DB+HA hydrogels on increasing the number of bone-specific cells and vessel and bone area compared to the control, DB+HA and ECV-treated groups. Conclusion: The DB enriched with ECVs can be an ideal scaffold for bone tissue engineering and may provide a suitable niche for bone cell migration and differentiation.

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