4D Printing of Physical Stimuli-Responsive Hydrogels for Localized Drug Delivery and Tissue Engineering
Alireza Sadraei,
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Seyed Morteza Naghib
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Polymer Reviews,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown, P. 1 - 65
Published: Nov. 20, 2024
The
biomedical
industry
has
witnessed
a
transformative
evolution
with
the
advent
of
3D
printing
technology.
However,
inherent
limitations,
such
as
inability
to
produce
dynamic
human
tissues
due
absence
temporal
dimension,
have
persisted,
resulting
in
static
and
inanimate
printed
products.
To
address
this
challenge
enable
creation
living
constructs,
concept
4D
emerged,
marking
paradigm
shift
additive
manufacturing.
In
printing,
time
becomes
fourth
breathing
life
into
previously
creations.
This
review
paper
explores
journey
from
pivotal
role
manufacturing
process.
Specifically,
it
highlights
integration
time-dependent
responsive
materials,
focusing
on
stimuli-responsive
hydrogels,
cornerstone
advancements.
These
materials
exhibit
remarkable
ability
adapt
respond
various
stimuli,
encompassing
physical,
chemical,
biological
signals.
delves
recent
publications
synergy
between
these
stimuli
shedding
light
their
intricate
interactions
potential
applications.
One
primary
areas
interest
lies
medical
applications,
notably
tissue
engineering,
where
holds
immense
promise.
utilization
creating
biomimetic
scaffolds
that
can
dynamically
complex
environments.
Furthermore,
discusses
technical
considerations
prospects
technology,
emphasizing
its
revolutionize
landscape.
amalgamation
opens
new
avenues
for
personalized
medicine,
localized
drug
delivery,
regenerative
therapies,
bridging
gap
requirements
modern
healthcare.
present
offers
complete
examination
evolution,
challenges,
paving
way
innovations
field.
Language: Английский
Collagen-based Bio-scaffolds in Bone Tissue Regeneration Research
Highlights in Science Engineering and Technology,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
130, P. 6 - 12
Published: Feb. 24, 2025
This
study
investigates
the
role
of
collagen-based
bio-scaffolds
in
bone
tissue
regeneration,
focusing
on
their
biodegradability,
biocompatibility,
and
mechanical
strength-key
properties
that
influence
efficacy
promoting
osteogenesis
angiogenesis.
Collagen's
natural
origin
resemblance
to
extracellular
matrix
make
it
an
ideal
material
for
scaffolds
can
support
guide
healing.
The
bio-scaffolds'
biodegradability
ensures
a
controlled
transition
from
synthetic
tissue,
minimizing
long-term
complications.
Their
high
biocompatibility
reduces
immune
responses,
facilitating
seamless
integration.
Mechanical
strength
is
tailored
provide
initial
stability
degrade
as
new
forms,
balancing
need
with
regeneration
process.
Applications
facial
reconstruction,
spinal
fusion,
long
repair
demonstrate
versatility
these
scaffolds.
Challenges
such
cost-effective
production
scaffold
optimization
specific
applications
remain.
Future
research
will
address
fully
harness
potential
revolutionizing
strategies.
Language: Английский
Combined treatment strategy of hydrogel dressing and physiotherapy for rapid wound healing
Xiaofei Xie,
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Chenhui Zhu,
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Jing Zhao
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et al.
Advances in Colloid and Interface Science,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown, P. 103477 - 103477
Published: March 1, 2025
Language: Английский
Comparative study of chitosan-based liquid dressing and recombinant human epidermal growth factor on acute limb skin wound healing: a randomized controlled trial
Dunyong Y. Tan,
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Jiawei Guo,
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Xiaoqiang Chen
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et al.
JPRAS Open,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: March 1, 2025
Several
traditional
dressings
may
have
limitation
in
treating
wounds.
A
novel
chitosan-based
dressing
designed
for
improved
hemostasis,
moisture,
and
sealing
shows
promise
wound
healing.
However,
its
efficacy
safety
are
yet
to
be
sufficiently
verified
patients.
This
randomized
controlled
trial
enrolled
40
patients
suffering
from
acute
skin
wounds
the
limbs
12/2022
12/2023.
They
were
randomly
divided
into
two
groups
(20
vs.
20)
received
regular
treatments
Shenzhen
Second
People's
Hospital.
The
experimental
group
was
treated
with
liquid
dressing,
whereas
control
recombinant
human
epidermal
growth
factor
(rhEGF).
therapeutic
effects
(scar
area
pigment
deposition),
adverse
events,
visual
analogue
scale
(VAS),
healing
time,
cost,
patient
observer
scar
assessment
(POSAS)
evaluated
on
days
0,
7,
14,
28.
No
events
observed
throughout
trial.
On
day
28,
effective
rate
between
not
statistically
significant
(70%
85%,
p
=
0.256).
Other
parameters
that
included
VAS
(5.10
±
1.62
6.35
2.39,
0.06),
time
(8.45
4.26
8.60
5.44
days,
0.923),
cost
(49.00
22.48
57.40
27.59,
0.298).
patient-
observer-reported
SAS
of
chitosan
(CS)
significantly
lower
than
rhEGF
(12.00
9.50,
z
2.477,
0.013;
18.50
12.50,
2.209,
0.026;
respectively),
total
POSAS
(30.50
22.00,
2.374,
0.017).
Compared
rhEGF,
CS-based
showed
reliable
equivalent
performance
limb
wounds,
as
revealed
by
improvements
rate,
pain
relief,
costs.
Moreover,
reduced
formation,
indicating
potential
therapy.
Language: Английский
The bone microenvironment: new insights into the role of stem cells and cell communication in bone regeneration
Stem Cell Research & Therapy,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
16(1)
Published: April 12, 2025
Mesenchymal
stem
cells
(MSCs)
play
a
crucial
role
in
bone
formation
and
remodeling.
Intrinsic
genetic
factors
extrinsic
environmental
cues
regulate
their
differentiation
into
osteoblasts.
Within
the
microenvironment,
complex
network
of
biochemical
biomechanical
signals
orchestrates
homeostasis
regeneration.
In
addition,
crosstalk
among
MSCs,
immune
cells,
neighboring
cells-mediated
by
extracellular
vesicles
non-coding
RNAs
(such
as
circular
micro
RNAs)
-profoundly
influences
osteogenic
Recent
studies
have
explored
specific
signaling
pathways
that
contribute
to
effective
regeneration,
highlighting
potential
manipulating
microenvironment
enhance
MSC
functionality.
The
integration
advanced
biomaterials,
gene
editing
techniques,
controlled
delivery
systems
is
paving
way
for
more
targeted
efficient
regenerative
therapies.
Furthermore,
artificial
intelligence
could
improve
tissue
engineering,
optimize
biomaterial
design,
enable
personalized
treatment
strategies.
This
review
explores
latest
advancements
emphasizing
intricate
interplay
molecules.
By
providing
comprehensive
overview
these
mechanisms
clinical
implications,
we
aim
shed
light
on
future
research
directions
this
rapidly
evolving
field.
Language: Английский
Hybrid construction of tissue-engineered nerve graft using skin derived precursors induced neurons and Schwann cells to enhance peripheral neuroregeneration
Qi Guo,
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Hui Zhu,
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Xi Xu
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et al.
Materials Today Bio,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
28, P. 101196 - 101196
Published: Aug. 9, 2024
Peripheral
nerve
injury
is
a
major
challenge
in
clinical
treatment
due
to
the
limited
intrinsic
capacity
for
regeneration.
Tissue
engineering
approaches
offer
promising
solutions
by
providing
biomimetic
scaffolds
and
cell
sources
promote
In
present
work,
we
investigated
potential
role
of
skin-derived
progenitors
(SKPs),
which
are
induced
into
neurons
Schwann
cells
(SCs),
their
extracellular
matrix
tissue-engineered
grafts
(TENGs)
enhance
peripheral
neuroregeneration.
SKPs
were
differentiate
SCs
Language: Английский
Collagen patches releasing phosphatidylserine liposomes guide M1-to-M2 macrophage polarization and accelerate simultaneous bone and muscle healing
Acta Biomaterialia,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
187, P. 51 - 65
Published: Aug. 17, 2024
Language: Английский
Living joint prosthesis with in-situ tissue engineering for real-time and long-term osteoarticular reconstruction
Wei Sun,
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Hongwei Wu,
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Yiyang Yan
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et al.
Bioactive Materials,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
48, P. 431 - 442
Published: Feb. 26, 2025
Language: Английский
Recombinant Collagen Coating 3D Printed PEGDA Hydrogel Tube Loading with Differentiable BMSCs to Repair Bile Duct Injury
Xiang Yang,
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Yuanhui Gao,
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Qiuhua Cheng
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et al.
Colloids and Surfaces B Biointerfaces,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
241, P. 114064 - 114064
Published: June 26, 2024
Language: Английский
A chitosan/acellular matrix-based neural graft carrying mesenchymal stem cells to promote peripheral nerve repair
Zhifa Zhang,
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Molin Li,
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Gang Cheng
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et al.
Stem Cell Research & Therapy,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
15(1)
Published: Dec. 31, 2024
Treatment
of
peripheral
nerve
defects
is
a
major
concern
in
regenerative
medicine.
This
study
therefore
aimed
to
explore
the
efficacy
neural
graft
constructed
using
adipose
mesenchymal
stem
cells
(ADSC),
acellular
microtissues
(MTs),
and
chitosan
treatment
defects.
Language: Английский