scholarly journals Evaluating the Biocompatibility of an Injectable Wound Matrix in a Murine Model

Gels ◽  
2022 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
pp. 49
Author(s):  
Hatem Alnojeidi ◽  
Ruhangiz Taghi Kilani ◽  
Aziz Ghahary
Keyword(s):  
Foreign Body ◽  
Foreign Body Reaction ◽  
Histological Evaluation ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Cellular Infiltration ◽  
Tissue Samples ◽  
Wound Matrix ◽  
Injectable Scaffold ◽  
Efficient Integration ◽  
Cost Efficient

(1) Background: Developing a high-quality, injectable biomaterial that is labor-saving, cost-efficient, and patient-ready is highly desirable. Our research group has previously developed a collagen-based injectable scaffold for the treatment of a variety of wounds including wounds with deep and irregular beds. Here, we investigated the biocompatibility of our liquid scaffold in mice and compared the results to a commercially available injectable granular collagen-based product. (2) Methods: Scaffolds were applied in sub-dermal pockets on the dorsum of mice. To examine the interaction between the scaffolds and the host tissue, samples were harvested after 1 and 2 weeks and stained for collagen content using Masson’s Trichrome staining. Immunofluorescence staining and quantification were performed to assess the type and number of cells infiltrating each scaffold. (3) Results: Histological evaluation after 1 and 2 weeks demonstrated early and efficient integration of our liquid scaffold with no evident adverse foreign body reaction. This rapid incorporation was accompanied by significant cellular infiltration of stromal and immune cells into the scaffold when compared to the commercial product (p < 0.01) and the control group (p < 0.05). Contrarily, the commercial scaffold induced a foreign body reaction as it was surrounded by a capsule-like, dense cellular layer during the 2-week period, resulting in delayed integration and hampered cellular infiltration. (4) Conclusion: Results obtained from this study demonstrate the potential use of our liquid scaffold as an advanced injectable wound matrix for the management of skin wounds with complex geometries.

scholarly journals Immunohistochemical WWOX Expression and Association with Angiogenesis, p53 Expression, Cell Proliferation and Clinicopathological Parameters in Cervical Cancer

2018 ◽  
Vol 40 (02) ◽  
pp. 079-085 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mariana Seabra ◽  
Eduardo Cândido ◽  
Paula Vidigal ◽  
Rivia Lamaita ◽  
Angélica Rodrigues ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Cell Proliferation ◽  
Cervical Squamous Cell Carcinoma ◽  
Pelvic Lymphadenectomy ◽  
Histological Evaluation ◽  
Clinicopathological Parameters ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Ki 67 ◽  
Tissue Samples ◽  
P53 Expression ◽  
Hematoxylin And Eosin

Objective The current study evaluated the expression of WW domain-containing oxidoreductase (WWOX), its association with clinicopathological features and with p53, Ki-67 (cell proliferation) and CD31 (angiogenesis) expression in patients with invasive cervical squamous cell carcinoma (ICSCC). To the best of our knowledge, no other study has evaluated this association. Methods Women with IB stage-ICSCC (n = 20) and women with uterine leiomyoma (n = 20) were prospectively evaluated. Patients with ICSCC were submitted to type B-C1 radical hysterectomy and pelvic lymphadenectomy. Patients in the control group underwent vaginal hysterectomy. Tissue samples were stained with hematoxylin and eosin for histological evaluation and protein expression was detected by immunohistochemistry studies. Results The WWOX expression was significantly lower in the tumor compared with the expression in the benign cervix (p = 0.019). The WWOX expression was inversely associated with the CD31 expression in the tumor samples (p = 0.018). There was no association between the WWOX expression with the p53 expression (p = 0.464) or the Ki-67 expression (p = 0.360) in the samples of invasive carcinoma of the cervix. There was no association between the WWOX expression and tumor size (p = 0.156), grade of differentiation (p = 0.914), presence of lymphatic vascular invasion (p = 0.155), parametrium involvement (p = 0.421) or pelvic lymph node metastasis (p = 0.310) in ICSCC tissue samples. Conclusion The results suggested that WWOX may be involved in ICSCC carcinogenesis, and this marker was associated with tumor angiogenesis.

Mouse model of foreign body reaction that alters the submesothelium and transperitoneal transport

2011 ◽  
Vol 300 (1) ◽  
pp. F283-F289 ◽  
Author(s):  
Toni Peters ◽  
Rebecca Potter ◽  
Xiarong Li ◽  
Zhi He ◽  
Glenn Hoskins ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Foreign Body ◽  
Mouse Model ◽  
Foreign Body Reaction ◽  
Cell Layer ◽  
Adherent Cell ◽  
Transfer Coefficients ◽  
Tissue Samples ◽  
C57bl Mice ◽  
Strong Staining ◽  
Filtration Flux

To address the hypothesis that sterile intraperitoneal (ip) catheters alone promote a progressive foreign body reaction (FBR), silicone catheters were surgically implanted in C57BL mice. Controls (CON) underwent sham operations. After 1–5 wk (E1–E5 for catheter-bearing mice), catheters were recovered, and the adherent cell layer (ACL) was separated and cultured to demonstrate sterility. Transperitoneal transport experiments were performed to determine the mass transfer coefficients of mannitol (MTCM) and albumin (MTCA) and the osmotic filtration flux ( Josm). After euthanasia, tissue samples were analyzed for submesothelial thickness, angiogenesis, and cytokine immunohistochemistry (IHC). Progressive increases with time were observed in submesothelial thickness (μm: CON, 18.8 ± 12.3; E1, 46.1 ± 20.0; E2, 72.0 ± 17.9; E4, 97.3 ± 20.0; E5, 131.7 ± 10.3; P < 0.003), angiogenesis (no. of vessels/mm of peritoneum: CON, 10.7 ± 9.4; E1, 15.4 ± 15.6; E2, 27.0 ± 14.0; E4, 39.8 ± 15.7; E5, 90.1 ± 8.1; P < 0.0003), MTCA(6.5 ± 1.5 × 10−5cm/min, mean CON; 18.0 ± 1.1 × 10−5cm/min, mean E1–E5, P < 0.0001), Josm(0.0013 ± 0.0001 cm/min, mean CON; 0.0017 ± 0.0001 cm/min, mean E1–E5, P < 0.01). No significant differences were found for MTCM. IHC demonstrated strong staining for all treated animals and correlated with the ACL. This mouse model demonstrates that ip silicone catheters result in progressive FBR, altering the submesothelial anatomy and transperitoneal transport, and will form the basis for mechanistic studies in genetically-altered animals.

scholarly journals Autologous omentum transposition for regeneration of a renal injury model in rats

2022 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Tayfun Bilgiç ◽  
Ümit İnce ◽  
Fehmi Narter
Keyword(s):  
Foreign Body ◽  
Foreign Body Reaction ◽  
Primary Repair ◽  
Healing Process ◽  
Kidney Injury ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Albino Rats ◽  
Loss Of Function ◽  
Omentum Transposition ◽  
Process Completion

Abstract Background After renal trauma, surgical treatment is vital, but sometimes there may be loss of function due to fibrosis. This study aimed to evaluate the effect of autologous omentum flaps on injured renal tissues in a rat model. Methods A total of 30 Wistar albino rats were included and randomly divided equally into a control group and four intervention groups. Iatrogenic renal injuries were repaired using a surgical technique (primary repair 1 group and primary repair 2 group) or transposition of the autologous omentum (omentum repair 1 group and omentum repair 2 group). Blood samples were taken preoperatively and on the 1st and 7th postoperative days in all groups and on the 18th postoperative day in the control and two intervention groups. All rats were sacrificed on the 7th or 18th day postoperatively, and their right kidneys were taken for histopathological evaluation. Results The mean urea level significantly decreased from day 1 to day 7 and from day 1 to day 18 in the omentum repair 2 group (P = 0.005 and P = 0.004, respectively). There were no other significant changes in urea or creatinine levels within the intervention groups (P > 0.05). There was no significant correlation between the urea and creatinine levels and the histological scores (P > 0.05). The primary repair 1 and 2 groups had significantly higher median granulation and inflammation scores in the kidney specimen than the control and omentum repair groups (P < 0.05). The omentum repair 2 group had significantly lower median granulation and inflammation scores in the surrounding tissues than the primary repair 2 group (P < 0.05). The completion score for the healing process in the kidney specimen was significantly higher in the omentum repair groups than in the primary repair groups (P < 0.05). The omentum repair 2 group had significantly lower median granulation and inflammation scores in the surrounding tissues than the primary repair 2 group (P < 0.05). Granulation degree in the kidney specimen was strongly and positively correlated with the inflammation degree (r = 0.824, P < 0.001) and foreign body reaction in the kidney specimen (r = 0.872, P < 0.001) and a strong and negative correlation with the healing process completion score in the kidney (r = − 0.627, P = 0.001). Inflammation degree in the kidney specimen was strongly and positively correlated with the foreign body reaction in the kidney specimen (r = 0.731, P = 0.001) and strongly and negatively correlated with the healing process completion score in the kidney specimen (r = − 0.608, P = 0.002). Conclusion Autologous omentum tissue for kidney injury repair attenuated inflammation and granulation. Additionally, the use of omental tissue to facilitate healing of kidney injury may theoretically lead to a more effective healing process and reduced fibrosis and tissue and function loss.

scholarly journals Reduction of epidural fibrosis after laminectomy in rabbits by omental free graft

2013 ◽  
Vol 58 (No. 1) ◽  
pp. 25-31 ◽  
Author(s):  
N. Brkljaca Bottegaro ◽  
J. Kos ◽  
B. Pirkic ◽  
O. Smolec ◽  
Z. Grabarevic ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Foreign Body ◽  
Dura Mater ◽  
Foreign Body Reaction ◽  
Fibrous Tissue ◽  
Scar Tissue ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Epidural Fibrosis ◽  
Free Graft ◽  
Increased Risk ◽  
Experimental Group

Epidural fibrosis is an extradural scar tissue formed after a laminectomy procedure. It is associated with persistent pain after spinal surgery and an increased risk of complications during revision surgery. The aim of this study was to determine the preventive effects of local application of an omental free graft in minimising spinal epidural fibrosis in a rabbit laminectomy model. Twenty two rabbits were randomly divided in two groups, a control group of seven and an experimental group of 15 animals. A dorsal laminectomy at levels L<sub>1</sub> to L<sub>3 </sub>was performed on each rabbit of both groups. Prior to the laminectomy procedure, the animals from the experimental group were submitted to a laparotomy in order to obtain the free omental graft. The graft was then applied to the same animal at the dural deffect. All rabbits were euthanised six weeks after surgery and spine segments L<sub>1</sub> to L<sub>3</sub> were removed. Histological sections were evaluated for fibrosis intensity at the laminectomy level, the adhesion degree between dura mater and fibrous tissue and the presence of the foreign body reaction. A statistically significant correlation was established for the foreign body reaction presence and belonging to the group, which can be explained by the omental effects on inflammation reduction and healing promotion. The degree of adhesion between the dura mater and fibrous tissue and the intensity of the fibrous tissue at the laminectomy level were lower in the experimental group although the differences were not statistically significant. The use of free omental grafts is thus a promising technique in epidural fibrosis prevention.

scholarly journals Histological analysis of the repair of dural lesions with silicone mesh in rats subjected to experimental lesions

2015 ◽  
Vol 13 (4) ◽  
pp. 567-573
Author(s):  
Fernando William Figueiredo da Rosa ◽  
Pedro Henrique Isoldi Pohl ◽  
Ana Maria Amaral Antônio Mader ◽  
Carla Peluso de Paiva ◽  
Aline Amaro dos Santos ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Foreign Body ◽  
Wistar Rats ◽  
Histological Analysis ◽  
Histological Evaluation ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Collagen Membrane ◽  
Dural Tear ◽  
Dural Repair ◽  
Score System ◽  
Bovine Collagen

ABSTRACT Objective To evaluate inflammatory reaction, fibrosis and neovascularization in dural repairs in Wistar rats using four techniques: simple suture, bovine collagen membrane, silicon mesh and silicon mesh with suture. Methods Thirty Wistar rats were randomized in five groups: the first was the control group, submitted to dural tear only. The others underwent durotomy and simple suture, bovine collagen membrane, silicon mesh and silicon mesh with suture. Animals were euthanized and the spine was submitted to histological evaluation with a score system (ranging from zero to 3) for inflammation, neovascularization and fibrosis. Results Fibrosis was significantly different between simple suture and silicon mesh (p=0.005) and between simple suture and mesh with suture (p=0.015), showing that fibrosis is more intense when a foreign body is used in the repair. Bovine membrane was significantly different from mesh plus suture (p=0.011) regarding vascularization. Inflammation was significantly different between simple suture and bovine collagen membrane. Conclusion Silicon mesh, compared to other commercial products available, is a possible alternative for dural repair. More studies are necessary to confirm these findings.

scholarly journals Contribution of Autologous Omentum Transposition to the Regeneration of Renal Injuries in the Rat Model

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tayfun Bilgic ◽  
Umit Ince ◽  
Fehmi Narter
Keyword(s):  
Foreign Body ◽  
Rat Model ◽  
Foreign Body Reaction ◽  
Surrounding Tissue ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Albino Rats ◽  
Histopathological Analysis ◽  
Kidney Surgery ◽  
Omentum Transposition ◽  
Renal Injuries

Abstract Aim We aimed to evaluate the repair effect of transpositioned autologous omentum on the injured renal tissues in the rat model. Methods A total of 30 female Wistar Albino rats were included and they were randomly separated into control and four groups. In all groups, blood samples were taken at preoperatively and at the 7th day postoperatively, additionally they were taken at 18th day postoperatively for creatinine and urea analysis. All rats of control group were sacrificed at 18th day postoperatively and right kidneys were taken for histopathological evaluation. After the created renal injuries were repaired primarily kidney surgery or omentum added kidney surgery. Results According to the our results, granulation and inflammation in kidney specimens were moderately and highly positive correlated with granulation, inflammation, fibrosis and foreign body reaction in surrounding tissue ((r:0.478, p = 0.008), (r:0.591, p = 0.001), (r:0.394, p = 0.031), (r:0.635, p < 0.001)). Granulation in kidney specimen was highly possitive correlated with inflammation and foreign body reaction in kidney specimens ((r:0.824, p < 0.001), (r:0.872, p < 0.001)). We could not show any significant correlation between biochemical values (U, Cr) and histopathological findings. Conclusion According to our results, our biochemical results were not correlated with histopathological analysis. But we detected histopathogical significant differences between primary kidney repair and omentum added kidney repair groups. And we recommend that kidney injuries should be surgical repaired by stem cell sources as like omentum tissue.

scholarly journals A histological evaluation of bone tissue response to a sealer based on calcium hydroxide: An experimental study

2017 ◽  
Vol 145 (1-2) ◽  
pp. 58-64
Author(s):  
Marija Nikolic ◽  
Aleksandar Petrovic ◽  
Aleksandar Mitic ◽  
Jelena Popovic ◽  
Ivan Nikolic ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Calcium Hydroxide ◽  
Bone Tissue ◽  
Mental Foramen ◽  
Tissue Response ◽  
Histological Evaluation ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Tissue Samples ◽  
Artificial Defect ◽  
Effective Removal ◽  
Rat Mandible

Introduction/Objective. The success of endodontic treatment depends on the effective removal of root content, the elimination of infection, and the hermetical sealing of the root system using a compatible material. The objective of this paper was to evaluate the tissue response to the implant of endodontic material based on calcium hydroxide into the bone in the artificially prepared defect in a rat mandible. Methods. The research was carried out on 40 Wistar rats. The artificial defect was made between the midline and the mental foramen on the left side of the mandible. The prepared defect was left to heal spontaneously in animals of the control group, while among the animals of the experimental group the sealer Apexit (Ivoclar Vivadent, Schaan, Lichtenstein) was implanted into the experimental defect. The tissue samples consisting of the experimental field and the surrounding bone were microscopically analyzed with a light microscope. Results. During the initial phase, 15 days after the implantation, signs of chronic inflammation were noted and expansion of the Volkmann?s and Haversian canals. On the 30th day after the implantation, osteosynthetic activity and filling with newly-formed bone were noted. Changes were also noted in cement lines in the wider region of the experimental defect. Sixty days following the implantation, the bone was gradually remodeled. Ninety days after the implantation, a restitutio ad integrum was noted. Conclusion. Apexit does not lead to any disruptions in normal reparation processes nor in morphofunctional relations in bone tissue during the remodeling phase.

scholarly journals The Effects of Using Bioglue in Nasal Septal Surgery

2021 ◽  
pp. 014556132199134
Author(s):  
Bugra Subasi ◽  
Ender Guclu
Keyword(s):  
Foreign Body ◽  
Nasal Septum ◽  
Foreign Body Reaction ◽  
Cell Damage ◽  
Cartilage Damage ◽  
Tissue Adhesive ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Albino Rats ◽  
Study Group ◽  
Septal Surgery

Objectives: Nasal septal surgery is one of the most common surgical procedure performed by otolaryngologists. Nasal packs are used for bleeding control, prevention of septal hematoma, replacement of mucoperichondrial flaps, and stabilization of the septum after nasal septal surgery. The aim of this study was to investigate the effects of albumin-glutaraldehyde–based tissue adhesive (Bioglue), which can be used as an alternative to nasal pack on the nasal septum after experimental nasal septum surgery. Methods: A total of 16 female Wistar albino rats were randomly separated into the study group (n = 10) and the control group (n = 6). After raising the mucoperichondrial flap on one side of the septum, Bioglue was used to fix the mucoperichondrial flap over the septal cartilage ın the study group and nasal packs (Merocel) were used for fixation in the control group. The rats were sacrificed at 2 and 4 weeks after septoplasty. All the tissue samples were evaluated under light microscope by the same pathologist in respect of foreign-body reaction, degree of inflammation, granulation tissue, fibrosis, cartilage damage, and cilia and goblet cell damage. In the control group, the Merocel packs were removed after 2 days and the groups were compared in terms of hematoma. Results: No hematoma was observed in any group. Septal perforation was determined in all the study group participants and loss of cilia and goblet cells and foreign-body reaction were found in 8 samples of the study group participants and in none of the control group. Conclusions: The results of this study show that Bioglue caused segmental cartilage injury; therefore, it may not suitable for use following septal surgery.

scholarly journals Polypropylene meshes coated with chitosan/polyethylene glycol for the reconstruction of the abdominal wall: an experimental study in rats

2019 ◽  
Vol 71 (4) ◽  
pp. 1198-1206
Author(s):  
D.F. Rodrigues ◽  
F.F. Mendes ◽  
R.M. Melo ◽  
L.B. Menezes ◽  
L.L.B. Guimarães ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Polyethylene Glycol ◽  
Foreign Body ◽  
Abdominal Wall ◽  
Foreign Body Reaction ◽  
Tissue Reaction ◽  
Collagen Fibers ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Histochemical Analysis ◽  
Peritoneal Adhesions ◽  
Tissue Reactions

ABSTRACT The aim of this study was to characterize the tissue reactions triggered by the polypropylene mesh coated with chitosan and polyethylene glycol film, and if it’s able to prevent the formation of peritoneal adhesions. Defects in the abdominal wall of rats were induced and polypropylene meshes coated with chitosan/polyethylene glycol (CPEG group, n= 12) and uncoated (PP control group, n= 12) were implanted. On the fourth and forty-fifth postoperative day the formation of adhesion and the tissue reaction to the biomaterial was evaluated through histological and histochemical analysis. The area (P= 0.01) and severity (P= 0.002) of the adhesion was significatively less in the CPEG group. On the fourth day the foreign body reaction was less intense in CPEG group (P= 0.018) and the production of collagen fibers was more intense in this group (P= 0.041). The tissue reactions caused by the biomaterials were similar on the 45th day, with the exception of the high organization of collagen fibers in the CPEG group. The CPEG meshes did not fully prevent the formation of adhesions, but minimized the severity of the process. The foreign body reaction promoted by polypropylene meshes coated with CPEG is less intense than that triggered by uncoated polypropylene meshes.

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