scholarly journals 3D-printed nerve guidance conduits multi-functionalized with canine multipotent mesenchymal stromal cells promote neuroregeneration after sciatic nerve injury in rats

2021 ◽  
Vol 12 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Diego Noé Rodríguez-Sánchez ◽  
Giovana Boff Araujo Pinto ◽  
Luciana Politti Cartarozzi ◽  
Alexandre Leite Rodrigues de Oliveira ◽  
Ana Livia Carvalho Bovolato ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Growth Factor ◽  
Sciatic Nerve ◽  
Nerve Injury ◽  
Mesenchymal Stromal Cells ◽  
Stromal Cells ◽  
Multipotent Mesenchymal Stromal Cells ◽  
Sciatic Nerve Injury ◽  
Motor Deficits ◽  
3D Printed

Abstract Background Nerve injuries are debilitating, leading to long-term motor deficits. Remyelination and axonal growth are supported and enhanced by growth factor and cytokines. Combination of nerve guidance conduits (NGCs) with adipose-tissue-derived multipotent mesenchymal stromal cells (AdMSCs) has been performing promising strategy for nerve regeneration. Methods 3D-printed polycaprolactone (PCL)-NGCs were fabricated. Wistar rats subjected to critical sciatic nerve damage (12-mm gap) were divided into sham, autograft, PCL (empty NGC), and PCL + MSCs (NGC multi-functionalized with 106 canine AdMSCs embedded in heterologous fibrin biopolymer) groups. In vitro, the cells were characterized and directly stimulated with interferon-gamma to evaluate their neuroregeneration potential. In vivo, the sciatic and tibial functional indices were evaluated for 12 weeks. Gait analysis and nerve conduction velocity were analyzed after 8 and 12 weeks. Morphometric analysis was performed after 8 and 12 weeks following lesion development. Real-time PCR was performed to evaluate the neurotrophic factors BDNF, GDNF, and HGF, and the cytokine and IL-10. Immunohistochemical analysis for the p75NTR neurotrophic receptor, S100, and neurofilament was performed with the sciatic nerve. Results The inflammatory environment in vitro have increased the expression of neurotrophins BDNF, GDNF, HGF, and IL-10 in canine AdMSCs. Nerve guidance conduits multi-functionalized with canine AdMSCs embedded in HFB improved functional motor and electrophysiological recovery compared with PCL group after 12 weeks. However, the results were not significantly different than those obtained using autografts. These findings were associated with a shift in the regeneration process towards the formation of myelinated fibers. Increased immunostaining of BDNF, GDNF, and growth factor receptor p75NTR was associated with the upregulation of BDNF, GDNF, and HGF in the spinal cord of the PCL + MSCs group. A trend demonstrating higher reactivity of Schwann cells and axonal branching in the sciatic nerve was observed, and canine AdMSCs were engrafted at 30 days following repair. Conclusions 3D-printed NGCs multi-functionalized with canine AdMSCs embedded in heterologous fibrin biopolymer as cell scaffold exerted neuroregenerative effects. Our multimodal approach supports the trophic microenvironment, resulting in a pro-regenerative state after critical sciatic nerve injury in rats.

scholarly journals 3D-printed Nerve Guidance Conduits Multi-functionalized with Canine Multipotent Mesenchymal Stromal Cells Promote Neuroregeneration after Sciatic Nerve Injury in Rats

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Diego Noé Rodríguez-Sánchez ◽  
Giovana Boff Araujo Pinto ◽  
Luciana Cartarozzi ◽  
Alexandre de Oliveira ◽  
Ana Livia Bovolato ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Growth Factor ◽  
Sciatic Nerve ◽  
Nerve Injury ◽  
Mesenchymal Stromal Cells ◽  
Stromal Cells ◽  
Multipotent Mesenchymal Stromal Cells ◽  
Sciatic Nerve Injury ◽  
Motor Deficits ◽  
3D Printed

Abstract Background: Nerve injuries are debilitating, leading to long-term motor deficits. Remyelination and axonal growth are supported and enhanced by growth factor and cytokines. Combination of nerve guidance conduits (NGCs) with adipose-tissue-derived multipotent mesenchymal stromal cells (AdMSCs) has been performing promising strategy for nerve regeneration.Methods: 3D-printed polycaprolactone (PCL)-NGCs were fabricated. Wistar rats subjected to critical sciatic nerve damage (12-mm gap) were divided into sham, autograft, PCL (empty NGC), and PCL+MSC (NGC multi-functionalized with 106 canine AdMSC embedded in heterologous fibrin biopolymer) groups. In vitro, the cells were characterized and directly stimulated with interferon-gamma to evaluate their neuroregeneration potential. In vivo, the sciatic and tibial functional indices were evaluated for 12 weeks. Gait analysis and nerve conduction velocity were analyzed after 8 and 12 weeks. Morphometric analysis was performed after 8 and 12 weeks following lesion development. Real-time PCR was performed to evaluate the neurotrophic factors BDNF, GDNF, and HGF, and the cytokines IL-6 and IL-10. Immunohistochemical analysis for the p75NTR neurotrophic receptor, S100, and neurofilament was performed with the sciatic nerve.Results: The inflammatory environment in vitro have increased the expression of neurotrophins BDNF, GDNF, HGF, and IL-10 in canine AdMSCs. Nerve guidance conduits multi-functionalized with canine AdMSCs embedded in HFB improved functional motor and electrophysiological recovery compared with PCL group after 12 weeks. However, the results were not significantly different than those obtained using autografts. These findings were associated with a shift in the regeneration process towards the formation of myelinated fibers. Increased immunostaining of BDNF, GDNF, and growth factor receptor p75NTR was associated with the upregulation of BDNF, GDNF, and HGF in the spinal cord of the PCL+MSC group. A trend demonstrating higher reactivity of Schwann cells and axonal branching in the sciatic nerve was observed, and canine AdMSCs were engrafted at 30 days following repair.Conclusions: 3D-printed NGCs multi-functionalized with canine AdMSCs embedded in heterologous fibrin biopolymer as cell scaffold exerted neuroregenerative effects. Our multimodal approach, support the trophic microenvironment, resulting in a pro-regenerative state after critical sciatic nerve injury in rats.

scholarly journals Growth Factor-Mediated Tenogenic Induction of Multipotent Mesenchymal Stromal Cells Is Altered by the Microenvironment of Tendon Matrix

2018 ◽  
Vol 27 (10) ◽  
pp. 1434-1450 ◽  
Author(s):  
Susanne Pauline Roth ◽  
Susanna Schubert ◽  
Patrick Scheibe ◽  
Claudia Groß ◽  
Walter Brehm ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Gene Expression ◽  
Growth Factor ◽  
Mesenchymal Stromal Cells ◽  
Stromal Cells ◽  
Multipotent Mesenchymal Stromal Cells ◽  
Histological Evaluation ◽  
Tendon Tissue ◽  
Tenascin C ◽  
Tenogenic Differentiation

Age-related degenerative changes in tendon tissue represent a common cause for acute tendon pathologies. Although the regenerative potential of multipotent mesenchymal stromal cells (MSC) was reported to restore functionality in injured tendon tissue, cellular mechanisms of action remain partly unclear. Potential tenogenic differentiation of applied MSC is affected by various intrinsic and extrinsic factors. The current study presents an in vitro model to evaluate the combined extrinsic effects of decellularized equine tendon matrix, transforming growth factor beta 3 (TGFβ3) and bone morphogenetic protein 12 (BMP12) on the tenogenic fate of equine adipose tissue-derived MSC. Monolayer MSC cultures supplemented with TGFβ3 and BMP12 as well as MSC cultured on tendon matrix scaffolds preloaded with the growth factors were incubated for 3 and 5 days. Histological evaluation and real time reverse transcription polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR) revealed that growth factor-mediated tenogenic induction of MSC was modified by the conditions of the surrounding microenvironment. While the gene expression pattern in monolayer cultures supplemented with TGFβ3 or TGFβ3 and BMP12 revealed an upregulation for collagen 1A2, collagen 3A1, tenascin c, scleraxis and mohawk ( p < 0.05 ), the presence of tendon matrix led to an upregulation of decorin and osteopontin as well as to a downregulation of smad8 ( p < 0.05). Preloading of scaffolds with either TGFβ3, or with TGFβ3 and BMP12 promoted a tenocyte-like phenotype and improved cell alignment. Furthermore, gene expression in scaffold culture was modulated by TGFβ3 and/or BMP12, with downregulation of collagen 1A2, collagen 3A1, decorin, scleraxis, smad8 and osteopontin, whereas gene expression of tenascin c was increased. This study shows that growth factor-induced tenogenic differentiation of equine MSC is markedly altered by topographical constraints of decellularized tendon tissue in vitro. While TGFβ3 represents an effective mediator for tenogenic induction, the role of BMP12 in tenogenesis may be of modulatory character and needs further evaluation.

scholarly journals Canine Adipose-Derived Mesenchymal Stromal Cells Enhance Neuroregeneration in a Rat Model of Sciatic Nerve Crush Injury

2018 ◽  
Vol 28 (1) ◽  
pp. 47-54 ◽  
Author(s):  
Diego Noé Rodríguez Sánchez ◽  
Luiz Antonio de Lima Resende ◽  
Giovana Boff Araujo Pinto ◽  
Ana Lívia de Carvalho Bovolato ◽  
Fábio Sossai Possebon ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Sciatic Nerve ◽  
Mesenchymal Stromal Cells ◽  
Rat Model ◽  
Stromal Cells ◽  
Multipotent Mesenchymal Stromal Cells ◽  
Crush Injury ◽  
Sciatic Nerve Crush ◽  
Muscle Weight ◽  
Nerve Crush ◽  
Nerve Crush Injury

Crush injuries in peripheral nerves are frequent and induce long-term disability with motor and sensory deficits. Due to axonal and myelin sheath disruptions, strategies for optimized axonal regeneration are needed. Multipotent mesenchymal stromal cells (MSC) are promising because of their anti-inflammatory properties and secretion of neurotrophins. The present study investigated the effect of canine adipose tissue MSC (Ad-MSC) transplantation in an experimental sciatic nerve crush injury. Wistar rats were divided into three groups: sham ( n = 8); Crush+PBS ( n = 8); Crush+MSC ( n = 8). Measurements of sciatic nerve functional index (SFI), muscle mass, and electromyography (EMG) were performed. Canine Ad-MSC showed mesodermal characteristics (CD34-, CD45-, CD44+, CD90+ and CD105+) and multipotentiality due to chondrogenic, adipogenic, and osteogenic differentiation. SFI during weeks 3 and 4 was significantly higher in the Crush+MSC group ( p < 0.001). During week 4, the EMG latency in the Crush+MSC groups had better near normality ( p < 0.05). The EMG amplitude showed results close to normality during week 4 in the Crush+MSC group ( p < 0.04). There were no statistical differences in muscle weight between the groups ( p > 0.05), but there was a tendency toward weight gain in the Crush+MSC groups. Better motor functional recovery after crush and perineural canine Ad-MSC transplantation was observed during week 2. This was maintained till week 4. In conclusion, the canine Ad-MSC transplantation showed early pro-regenerative effects between 2–4 weeks in the rat model of sciatic nerve crush injury.

Growth factor and cytokine expression of human mesenchymal stromal cells is not altered in an in vitro model of tissue damage

Cytotherapy ◽  
2010 ◽  
Vol 12 (7) ◽  
pp. 870-880 ◽  
Author(s):  
Katrin Montzka ◽  
Tobias Führmann ◽  
Jochen Müller-Ehmsen ◽  
Michael Wöltje ◽  
Gary A. Brook
Keyword(s):  
Growth Factor ◽  
Mesenchymal Stromal Cells ◽  
Stromal Cells ◽  
Tissue Damage ◽  
In Vitro Model ◽  
Cytokine Expression ◽  
Human Mesenchymal Stromal Cells ◽  
Vitro Model

scholarly journals Preparation of Encapsulated Resveratrol Liposome Thermosensitive Gel and Evaluation of Its Capability to Repair Sciatic Nerve Injury in Rats

2020 ◽  
Vol 2020 ◽  
pp. 1-13
Author(s):  
Hui Yao ◽  
Hao Lu ◽  
Rong Zou ◽  
Xiwen Chen ◽  
Hanlin Xu
Keyword(s):  
Sciatic Nerve ◽  
Nerve Injury ◽  
Drug Loading ◽  
Particle Diameter ◽  
Sciatic Nerve Injury ◽  
Release Time ◽  
Temperature Sensitive ◽  
Polymer Gel ◽  
Injury Model

The purpose of this study was to prepare a liposomal temperature-sensitive gel able to slowly release resveratrol after local intramuscular injection. The best formulation of resveratrol liposomes was based on the highest encapsulation efficiency and drug loading designed by Box-Behnken. The prepared liposomes were approximately circular, with a mean particle diameter of 161.5±0.12 nm and zeta potential of -6.9 mV. The optimized liposomes were dispersed in a polymer gel (PLGA-PEG-PLGA) for preparation of an in situ-formed gel at 35±2°C. In vitro release of the prepared liposome temperature-sensitive gel was studied and compared with ordinary drug-releasing gels, revealing a significantly longer drug release time. Finally, a rat sciatic nerve injury model was used to evaluate the pharmacological activity of the liposome temperature-sensitive gels for the repair of damaged nerves. The results indicate that the gel was able to promote recovery of damaged nerves.

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