Preparation and Characterization of Polylactide-co-glycolide/Carbonate Apatite (PLGA/CHA) Composite Scaffolds

2011 ◽  
Vol 493-494 ◽  
pp. 572-576
Author(s):  
Heather Elizabeth Stone ◽  
Helen Lu ◽  
Racquel Z. LeGeros
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Tissue Engineering ◽  
Elastic Modulus ◽  
Simulated Body Fluid ◽  
Body Fluid ◽  
Bone Repair ◽  
Carbonate Apatite ◽  
Composite Scaffolds ◽  
Physico Chemical

Both natural and synthetic materials have been utilized to provide three dimensional scaffold environments ideal for bone repair. The biomechanical and biocompatibility characteristics of these scaffolds play a vital role in successful tissue engineering constructs. Polymer/carbonate apatite (CHA) composites have shown to improve cell adhesion and proliferation on the scaffold as well as increase elastic modulus, toughness and strength. The aim of this study is to prepare CHA- polylactic-co-glycolide (PLGA) composites in the form of microsphere, scaffold and disc and evaluate their physico-chemical properties, mechanical properties and in vitro bioactivity. 3-D porous cylindrical composite scaffolds were prepared using PLGA/CHA composites with varying PLGA/CHA ratios (30:70 and 50:50). The CHA was prepared by hydrolysis method and characterized using x-ray diffraction (XRD) and Fourier Transform Infrared spectroscopy (FTIR). The physico-chemical and mechanical properties of the composite scaffolds were evaluated using scanning electron microscopy (SEM), micro-computed tomography (μCT), XRD, FTIR, and thermogravimetry (TGA). Flexural strength was determined using Instron. In vitro bioactivity was determined by the formation of apatite on composite disc surfaces after immersion in simulated body fluid (SBF). SEM and μCT analyses showed high porosity and interconnectivity between microspheres in the composite scaffolds. In vitro bioactivity was observed by the development of an apatite layer on the surfaces of the composite scaffolds after immersion in simulated body fluid. The mechanical strength of the scaffolds was to be dependent on the PLGA-CHA ratio. The elastic modulus, toughness and strength values obtained for the composites were similar to those of reported bone substituted materials. Results from this study provided information on the fabrication of PLGA-CHA scaffolds and their properties that may be useful for their potential application in bone repair and as scaffolds in tissue engineering for bone regeneration.

Evaluation of the in vitro biodegradation and biological behavior of poly(lactic-co-glycolic acid)/nano-fluorhydroxyapatite composite microsphere-sintered scaffold for bone tissue engineering

2017 ◽  
Vol 33 (2) ◽  
pp. 146-159 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mohammadreza Tahriri ◽  
Fathollah Moztarzadeh ◽  
Arash Tahriri ◽  
Hossein Eslami ◽  
Kimia Khoshroo ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Tissue Engineering ◽  
Weight Loss ◽  
Simulated Body Fluid ◽  
Bone Tissue Engineering ◽  
Bone Tissue ◽  
Body Fluid ◽  
Bone Repair ◽  
Glycolic Acid ◽  
Composite Scaffold

The objective of this research was to study the degradation and biological characteristics of the three-dimensional porous composite scaffold made of poly(lactic- co-glycolic acid)/nano-fluorhydroxyapatite microsphere using sintering method for potential bone tissue engineering. Our previous experimental results demonstrated that poly(lactic- co-glycolic acid)/nano-fluorhydroxyapatite composite scaffold with a ratio of 4:1 sintered at 90ºC for 2 h has the greatest mechanical properties and a proper pore structure for bone repair applications. The weight loss percentage of both poly(lactic- co-glycolic acid)/nano-fluorhydroxyapatite and poly(lactic- co-glycolic acid) scaffolds demonstrated a monotonic trend with increasing degradation time, that is, the incorporation of nano-fluorhydroxyapatite into polymeric scaffold could lead to weight loss in comparison with that of pure poly(lactic- co-glycolic acid). The pH change for composite scaffolds showed that there was a slight decrease until 2 weeks after immersion in simulated body fluid, followed by a significant increase in the pH of simulated body fluid without a scaffold at the end of immersion time. The mechanical properties of composite scaffold were higher than that of poly(lactic- co-glycolic acid) scaffold at total time of incubation in simulated body fluid; however, it should be noted that the incorporation of nano-fluorhydroxyapatite into composite scaffold leads to decline in the relatively significant mechanical strength and modulus during hydrolytic degradation. In addition, MTT assay and alkaline phosphatase activity results defined that a general trend of increasing cell viability was seen for poly(lactic- co-glycolic acid)/nano-fluorhydroxyapatite scaffold sintered by time when compared to control group. Eventually, experimental results exhibited poly(lactic- co-glycolic acid)/nano-fluorhydroxyapatite microsphere-sintered scaffold is a promising scaffold for bone repair.

In Vitro and In Vivo Degradation, Mechanical Properties, and Histocompatibility of Weft-Knitted Silk Mesh-Like Grafts

2022 ◽  
Vol 12 (2) ◽  
pp. 411-416
Author(s):  
Liang Tang ◽  
Si-Yu Zhao ◽  
Ya-Dong Yang ◽  
Geng Yang ◽  
Wen-Yuan Zhang ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Simulated Body Fluid ◽  
Body Fluid ◽  
Degradation Rate ◽  
Maximum Load ◽  
Artificial Ligament ◽  
In Vivo Degradation

To investigate the degradation, mechanical properties, and histocompatibility of weft-knitted silk mesh-like grafts, we carried out the In Vitro and In Vivo silk grafts degradation assay. The In Vitro degradation experiment was performed by immersing the silk grafts in simulated body fluid for 1 year, and the results showed that the degradation rate of the silk mesh-like grafts was very slow, and there were few changes in the mechanical properties and quality of the silk mesh-like graft. In Vivo degradation assay was taken by implantation of the silk mesh-like grafts into the subcutaneous muscles of rabbits. At 3, 6, and 12 months postoperation, the rate of mass loss was 19.36%, 31.84%, and 58.77%, respectively, and the maximum load was 63.85%, 34.63%, and 10.76%, respectively of that prior to degradation. The results showed that the degradation rate of the silk graft and the loss of mechanical properties In Vivo were faster than the results obtained in the In Vitro experiments. In addition, there were no significant differences in secretion of serum IL-6 and TNF-α between the experimental and normal rabbits (P >0.05), suggesting no obvious inflammatory reaction. The findings suggest that the weft-knitted silk mesh-like grafts have good mechanical properties, histocompatibility, and In Vivo degradation rate, and therefore represent a candidate material for artificial ligament

In Vitro Study of Microplasma Sprayed Hydroxyapatite Coatings in Simulated Body Fluid

2009 ◽  
Vol 79-82 ◽  
pp. 815-818 ◽  
Author(s):  
Qiu Ying Zhao ◽  
Ding Yong He ◽  
Xiao Yan Li ◽  
Jian Min Jiang
Keyword(s):  
Simulated Body Fluid ◽  
Body Fluid ◽  
Carbonate Apatite ◽  
In Vitro Test ◽  
X Ray Diffraction ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Amorphous Phases ◽  
Hydroxyapatite Coatings ◽  
Vitro Test

Hydroxyapatite (HA) coatings were deposited onto Ti6Al4V substrate by microplasma spraying (MPS) in the current research. The morphology, phase compositions, and percentage of crystallinity of the coatings were characterized by means of scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and X-ray diffraction. An in vitro evaluation by soaking the coatings in simulated body fluid (SBF) for up to 14 days was conducted aiming at the evaluation of their bioactivity. Results from the present investigation suggest that microplasma sprayed HA coatings exhibited certain roughness, pores, and microcracks. Thermal decomposition existed in the coatings where HA, α-TCP，β-TCP, amorphous phases, and CaO-exclusive impurities were observed. The in vitro test indicated that HA coatings deposited by MPS possessed better bioactivity and stability. A layer of carbonate-apatite covered most of the coating surface, which did not exhibit significant spalling after incubation in SBF.

Effects of Mechanical Stress on the In Vitro Degradation of Porous Composite Scaffold for Bone Tissue Engineering

2007 ◽  
Vol 342-343 ◽  
pp. 273-276 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yun Qing Kang ◽  
Guang Fu Yin ◽  
Lin Luo ◽  
Ke Feng Wang ◽  
Yu Zhang
Keyword(s):  
Tissue Engineering ◽  
Simulated Body Fluid ◽  
Bone Tissue Engineering ◽  
Mechanical Stress ◽  
Mechanical Loading ◽  
Body Fluid ◽  
Compressive Loading ◽  
Porous Scaffolds ◽  
In Vitro Degradation

In bone tissue engineering, porous scaffolds served as the temporary matrix are often subjected to mechanical stress when implanted in the body. Based on this fact, the goal of this study was to examine the effects of mechanical loading on the in vitro degradation characteristics and kinetics of porous scaffolds in a custom-designed loading system. Porous Poly(L-lactic acid)/β-Tricalcium Phosphate (PLLA/β-TCP) composite scaffolds fabricated by using solution casting/compression molding/particulate leaching technique (SCP) were subjected to degradation in simulated body fluid (SBF) at 37°C for up to 6 weeks under the conditions: with and without static compressive loading, respectively. The results indicated that the increase of the porosity and decrease of the compressive strength under static compressive loading were slower than that of non-loading case, and so did the mass loss rate. It might be due to that the loading retarded the penetration, absorption and transfer of simulated body fluid. These data provide an important step towards understanding mechanical loading factors contributing to degradation.

Mechanical Properties and In Vitro Bioactivity of β-Tri Calcium Phosphate, Merwinite Nanocomposites

2011 ◽  
Vol 493-494 ◽  
pp. 582-587 ◽  
Author(s):  
Marziyeh Abbasi-Shahni ◽  
Saeed Hesaraki ◽  
Ali Asghar Behnam-Ghader ◽  
Masoud Hafezi-Ardakani
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Fracture Toughness ◽  
Calcium Phosphate ◽  
Simulated Body Fluid ◽  
Body Fluid ◽  
Sem Analysis ◽  
In Vitro Bioactivity ◽  
Hard Tissue ◽  
Calcium Phosphate Layer

In this study, nanocomposites based on of β-tri calcium phosphate (β-TCP) and 2.5-10 wt% merwinite nanoparticles were prepared and sintered at 1100-1300°c.The mechanical properties were investigated by measuring compressive strength and fracture toughness. Structural properties were evaluated by XRD, TEM and SEM analysis, and the in vitro bioactivity was studied by soaking the samples in simulated body fluid (SBF). The mechanical strength of the sintered samples wereincreased, by increasing the amount of merwinite phase up to 5 wt%, whereas it decreased when the samples were sintered at 1100 and 1200°c. Nanostructured calcium phosphate layer was formed on the surfaces of the nanocomposites within 1 day immersion in simulated body fluid. Because of appropriate mechanical properties the composite is suggested to be used as substitute for hard tissue.

scholarly journals Effects of magnesium silicate on the mechanical properties, biocompatibility, bioactivity, degradability, and osteogenesis of poly(butylene succinate)-based composite scaffolds for bone repair

2016 ◽  
Vol 4 (48) ◽  
pp. 7974-7988 ◽  
Author(s):  
Zhaoying Wu ◽  
Kai Zheng ◽  
Jue Zhang ◽  
Tingting Tang ◽  
Han Guo ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Bone Repair ◽  
Magnesium Silicate ◽  
Hierarchical Porous Structure ◽  
Composite Scaffolds ◽  
Butylene Succinate ◽  
Promote Cell Proliferation ◽  
Hierarchical Porous

The m-MS/PBSu scaffolds, with a hierarchical porous structure, could promote cell proliferation in vitro and bone regeneration in vivo.

Simvastatin-loaded graphene oxide embedded in polycaprolactone-polyurethane nanofibers for bone tissue engineering applications

2021 ◽  
Vol 41 (5) ◽  
pp. 375-386
Author(s):  
Hessam Rezaei ◽  
Mostafa Shahrezaee ◽  
Marziyeh Jalali Monfared ◽  
Sonia Fathi Karkan ◽  
Robabehbeygom Ghafelehbashi
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Tissue Engineering ◽  
Graphene Oxide ◽  
Bone Tissue Engineering ◽  
Bone Tissue ◽  
Bone Repair ◽  
Drug Carrier ◽  
Absorption Capacity ◽  
Tissue Engineering Application

Abstract Here, the role of simvastatin-loaded graphene oxide embedded in polyurethane-polycaprolactone nanofibers for bone tissue engineering has been investigated. The scaffolds were physicochemically and mechanically characterized, and obtained polymeric composites were used as MG-63 cell culture scaffolds. The addition of graphene oxide-simvastatin to nanofibers generates a homogeneous and uniform microstructure as well as a reduction in fiber diameter. Results of water-scaffolds interaction indicated higher hydrophilicity and absorption capacity as a function of graphene oxide addition. Scaffolds’ mechanical properties and physical stability improved after the addition of graphene oxide. Inducing bioactivity after the addition of simvastatin-loaded graphene oxide terminated its capability for hard tissue engineering application, evidenced by microscopy images and phase characterization. Nanofibrous scaffolds could act as a sustained drug carrier. Using the optimal concentration of graphene oxide-simvastatin is necessary to avoid toxic effects on tissue. Results show that the scaffolds are biocompatible to the MG-63 cell and support alkaline phosphatase activity, illustrating their potential use in bone tissue engineering. Briefly, graphene-simvastatin-incorporated in polymeric nanofibers was developed to increase bioactive components’ synergistic effect to induce more bioactivity and improve physical and mechanical properties as well as in vitro interactions for better results in bone repair.

Ca-P Formation on Poly-L-Lactide/β-Tricalcium Phosphate Composite Scaffold in Simulated Body Fluid

2007 ◽  
Vol 342-343 ◽  
pp. 689-692
Author(s):  
Yun Qing Kang ◽  
Guang Fu Yin ◽  
Ke Feng Wang ◽  
Lin Luo ◽  
Ya Dong Yao
Keyword(s):  
Simulated Body Fluid ◽  
Tricalcium Phosphate ◽  
Body Fluid ◽  
Porous Scaffold ◽  
Composite Scaffold ◽  
Typical Feature ◽  
Carbonate Apatite ◽  
Absorption Bands ◽  
Good Ability

Poly-L-lactide/β-tricalcium phosphate (PLLA/β-TCP) porous scaffold fabricated by freeze shrinking/particulate leaching was studied. The scaffold was immersed into simulated body fluid (SBF) for 1, 2, 3 and 4 weeks and analyzed by the SEM, XRD and FT-IR spectroscopy. The ability of inducing Ca-P formation was compared among the scaffolds with different content of β- TCP. SEM shows a typical feature of apatite precipitation. Diffraction peak of new crystal structure was detected by x-ray diffraction (XRD). IR Spectrum in which absorption bands arise from newly formed groups of carbonate apatite can be seen. At the same testing point, higher density of Ca-P crystal can be observed by SEM in scaffold with high content of β-TCP than in low group. Until 3 weeks, Ca-P individual crystal started on the wall of inner pore of pure PLLA. Porous PLLA/β-TCP composite scaffolds also indicate good ability of Ca-P formation in vitro, the ability of which to form apatite was enhanced by addition of each other that has different degradable mechanism.

Biodegradable Behaviors of Mg-6%Zn-5%Hydroxyapatite Biomaterial

2011 ◽  
Vol 239-242 ◽  
pp. 1287-1291 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jun Zhao ◽  
Zhi Ming Yu ◽  
Kun Yu ◽  
Liang Jian Chen
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Elastic Modulus ◽  
Powder Metallurgy ◽  
Simulated Body Fluid ◽  
Body Fluid ◽  
Corrosion Products ◽  
Powder Metallurgy Method ◽  
Corrosion Rates ◽  
Immersion Corrosion ◽  
Zn Alloy

The Mg-6%Zn-5%Hydroxyapatite (HA) biomaterial had been prepared through powder metallurgy method in this investigation. The mechanical properties and biodegradable behaviors of the Mg-Zn-HAcomposite in simulated body fluid were studied. The Mg-Zn-HA specimens obtained appropriate density, adjustable elastic modulus and compatible strength to natural bones. Immersion corrosion experiments revealed that 5wt% addition of HA in Mg-6%Zn alloy exhibited acceptable corrosion rates in simulated body fluid. The Mg matrix, Mg7Zn3phase and HA are identified in the experimental composite. The Mg(OH)2and Hydroxyapatite were found on the corrosion products in the simulated body fluid.

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