The
adult
human
heart
has
evolved
to
become
a
highly
specialized
organ,
whose
continuous
pumping
of
blood
is
critical
for
survival.
However,
its
ability
regenerate
or
self-repair
following
injury
very
limited,
so
consequently
any
event
disease
resulting
in
damage
the
poses
serious
threat
patient.
Moreover,
cardiovascular
diseases
represent
one
most
pressing
healthcare
concerns
nowadays,
as
they
are
leading
cause
death
worldwide,
and
number
cases
only
expected
increase
years.
Despite
great
progress
made
over
years
treat
diseases,
date
there
no
therapy
able
fully
cure
that
been
damaged.
In
consequence,
dire
need
generate
new
strategies
repair
restore
lost
cardiac
function,
well
develop
accurate
modelling
platforms
advance
understanding
progression
assess
effectiveness
drugs.
Since
advent,
tissue
engineering
regenerative
medicine
regarded
promising
candidate
realise
this
enormous
challenge.
Given
interdisciplinary
nature,
scientific
breakthroughs
different
areas
such
cellular
reprogramming,
polymer
chemistry,
additive
manufacturing
technologies
have
resulted
advancement
One
cornerstone
discoveries
was
generation
induced
pluripotent
stem
cells
subsequent
differentiation
phenotypes,
present
Thesis
revolves
around
their
application
patient-specific
models
humanised
engineered
functional
minitissues.
Firstly,
we
reprogrammed
peripheral
mononuclear
from
transthyretin
amyloid
cardiomyopathy
patient,
cell
line
carrying
c.128G>A
(p.Ser43Asn)
mutation
gene.
Experiments
demonstrated
efficacy
safety
approach,
confirming
pluripotency
cells,
presence
disease-causing
mutation,
removal
reprogramming
vectors.
This
line,
which
now
available
repository,
can
be
used
investigate
biology,
molecular
mechanisms
progression;
an
advanced
model
test
novel
therapeutic
strategies.
Secondly,
aimed
minitissues
by
combining
cardiomyocytes
derived
tridimensional
fibrillar
scaffolds
generated
with
technology
melt
electrowriting.
Compared
conventional
two-dimensional
culture,
enhanced
maturation,
significant
conduction
velocity,
connexin
43
expression
cardiac-associated
genes
MYL2,
GJA5
SCN5A,
isoform
ratios
MYH7/MYH6
MYL2/MYL7
after
28
days
culture.
When
investigating
effect
scaffold
fibres
on
found
placed
close
fibre
were
arranged
parallel
it,
but
alignment
progressively
towards
centre
pore.
We
then
these
data
simulations
capable
accurately
reproducing
experimental
performance.
In-depth
gauging
structural
disposition
intercellular
connectivity
allowed
us
improved
computational
predict
relationship
between
study
lays
down
path
advancing
development
silico
tools
biofabricated
evolution
generation,
maps
route
more
biomimetic
manufacture.
next
at
increasing
biological
representativity
minitissues,
implementing
few
changes
(addition
cell-derived
fibroblasts)
hydrogel
(substitution
Matrigel
fibrin)
composition.
also
sought
control
cardiomyocyte
behaviour
based
electrowritten
geometry.
For
this,
hypothesized
diamond-based
would
induce
contraction
direction
least
mechanical
resistance,
i.e.,
small
diagonal
diamonds.
characterization
maturation
consistent
previous
work
terms
gene
although
observed
low
initial
retention
within
highlighted
improve
seeding
efficiency.
comparing
contractile
dynamics
square,
rectangular,
diamond-shaped
pores,
latter
significantly
faster,
stronger
aligned
had
anticipated.
potential
use
agents
tested
implanting
constructs
murine
chronic
myocardial
infarction.
controls,
implanted
animals
showed
improvement,
including
higher
left
ventricular
ejection
fraction
greater
wall
thickness.
Finally,
another
attempt
enhance
constructs,
proof
concept
ellipsoidal
controlled
pore
architecture.
summary,
electrowriting
efforts.
By
both
iteratively
optimising
design
conditions,
increased
relevance.
Biomolecules,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
14(7), С. 861 - 861
Опубликована: Июль 18, 2024
Congenital
heart
disease
(CHD)
is
the
most
common
birth
defect,
requiring
invasive
surgery
often
before
a
child’s
first
birthday.
Current
materials
used
during
CHD
lack
ability
to
grow,
remodel,
and
regenerate.
To
solve
those
limitations,
3D
bioprinting
an
emerging
tool
with
capability
create
tailored
constructs
based
on
patients’
own
imaging
data
grow
remodel
once
implanted
in
children
CHD.
It
has
potential
integrate
multiple
bioinks
several
cell
types
biomolecules
within
3D-bioprinted
that
exhibit
good
structural
fidelity,
stability,
mechanical
integrity.
This
review
gives
overview
of
recent
advancements
technologies
use
treatment
Moreover,
selection
appropriate
biomaterials
their
chemical,
physical,
biological
properties
are
further
manipulated
suit
application
also
discussed.
An
introduction
bioink
formulations
composed
various
emphasis
briefly
overviewed.
Vasculogenesis
angiogenesis
prefabricated
structures
novel
4D
printing
technology
summarized.
Finally,
we
discuss
restrictions
our
perspective
future
directions
Biomolecules,
Год журнала:
2023,
Номер
13(8), С. 1180 - 1180
Опубликована: Июль 28, 2023
Three-dimensional
(3D)
printing
plays
an
important
role
in
cardiovascular
disease
through
the
use
of
personalised
models
that
replicate
normal
anatomy
and
its
pathology
with
high
accuracy
reliability.
While
3D
printed
heart
vascular
have
been
shown
to
improve
medical
education,
preoperative
planning
simulation
cardiac
procedures,
as
well
enhance
communication
patients,
bioprinting
represents
a
potential
advancement
technology
by
allowing
cellular
or
biological
components,
functional
tissues
organs
can
be
used
variety
applications
disease.
Recent
advances
ability
support
vascularisation
large-scale
constructs
enhanced
biocompatibility
structural
stability,
thus
creating
opportunities
replace
damaged
organs.
In
this
review,
we
provide
overview
focus
on
technologies
tissues,
grafts,
valves
myocardium.
Limitations
future
research
directions
are
highlighted.
Advanced Healthcare Materials,
Год журнала:
2025,
Номер
unknown
Опубликована: Янв. 13, 2025
Abstract
Decellularized
artificial
blood
vessels
prepared
using
physical
and
chemical
methods
often
exhibit
limitations,
including
poor
mechanical
performance,
susceptibility
to
inflammation
calcification,
reduced
patency.
Cross‐linking
techniques
can
enhance
the
stiffness,
as
well
anti‐inflammatory
anti‐calcification
properties
of
decellularized
vessels.
However,
conventional
cross‐linking
fail
effectively
alleviate
residual
stress
post‐decellularization,
which
significantly
impacts
patency
vascular
remodeling
following
implantation
This
study
enhances
through
varied
conditions
proanthocyanidin
(PC)
on
Microstructural
analysis
investigations
across
various
scales
fresh,
decellularized,
stress‐recovered
are
performed
atomic
force
microscopy
(AFM),
scanning
electron
(SEM),
uniaxial
tensile
testing.
Results
demonstrate
substantial
alterations
in
morphology
elastic
collagen
fibers
remarkably
resemble
fresh
recovery.
Furthermore,
both
micro‐
macro‐mechanical
characteristics
post‐residual
recovery,
Young's
modulus,
viscoelasticity,
adhesion,
closely
those
Finite
element
modeling
(FEM)
confirms
distribution
its
role
enhancing
integrity.
experimental
investigation
provides
a
theoretical
foundation
at
micro
macroscopic
levels
for
development
biomimetic
Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers Part C Journal of Mechanical Engineering Science,
Год журнала:
2025,
Номер
unknown
Опубликована: Янв. 21, 2025
In
this
study,
a
negative
Poisson’s
ratio
honeycomb
structure
skeleton
aimed
at
enhancing
the
mechanical
properties
of
artificial
blood
vessels
is
proposed.
The
theoretical
model
was
established,
and
key
parameters
influencing
its
were
identified.
optimal
value
intervals
design
points
optimized
determined
using
response
surface
methodology
multi-objective
genetic
algorithm
combined
with
finite
element
simulation
software.
accuracy
parameter
optimization
analyzed
by
comparing
results
from
various
sample
points.
Subsequently,
radial
resilience
analyzed.
findings
demonstrate
that
structural
ratio,
designed
in
exhibits
favorable
resilience.
Journal of Biomaterials Science Polymer Edition,
Год журнала:
2025,
Номер
unknown, С. 1 - 43
Опубликована: Фев. 3, 2025
Over
the
last
decades,
three-dimensional
(3D)
printing
has
emerged
as
one
of
most
promising
alternative
tissue
and
organ
regeneration
technologies.
Recent
advances
in
3D
technology,
particularly
hydrogel-derived
bioink
formulations,
offer
solutions
for
fabricating
intricate,
biomimetic
scaffolds
that
promote
vascularization.
In
this
review,
we
presented
numerous
studies
have
been
conducted
to
fabricate
3D-printed
hydrogel
vascularized
constructs
with
significant
advancements
integumentary
systems,
cardiovascular
bone
tissues,
skeletal
muscles,
livers,
kidneys.
Furthermore,
work
also
discusses
engineering
considerations,
current
challenges,
proposed
solutions,
future
outlooks
bioprinting.
Thrombotic
events,
such
as
strokes
and
deep
vein
thrombosis,
remain
a
significant
global
health
burden,
with
traditional
diagnostic
methods
often
failing
to
capture
the
complex,
patient-specific
nuances
of
thrombosis
risk.
This
Perspective
explores
revolutionary
potential
microengineered
vessel-on-chip
platforms
in
research
personalized
medicine.
We
discuss
evolution
from
basic
microfluidic
channels
advanced
3D-printed,
models
that
accurately
replicate
complex
vascular
geometries,
incorporating
all
elements
Virchow's
triad.
Integrating
these
cutting-edge
sensing
technologies,
including
wearable
ultrasonic
devices
electrochemical
biosensors,
enables
real-time
monitoring
thrombosis-related
parameters.
Crucially,
we
highlight
transformative
role
artificial
intelligence
digital
twin
technology
leveraging
vast
data
collected
models.
integration
allows
for
development
predictive
algorithms
twins,
offering
unprecedented
risk
assessment,
treatment
optimization,
drug
screening
capabilities.
The
clinical
relevance
validation
are
examined,
showcasing
their
predict
thrombotic
events
guide
strategies.
While
challenges
scalability,
standardization,
regulatory
approval
persist,
convergence
platforms,
sensing,
AI-driven
twins
promises
revolutionize
management.
approach
paves
way
new
era
precision
cardiovascular
care,
noninvasive,
predictive,
strategies
prevention
treatment,
ultimately
improving
patient
outcomes
reducing
burden
diseases.
ACS Applied Bio Materials,
Год журнала:
2025,
Номер
unknown
Опубликована: Апрель 12, 2025
Three-dimensional
bioprinting
(3DBP)
has
emerged
as
a
promising
technique
for
fabricating
complex
tissue
constructs
using
bioinks
that
support
cell
growth
and
differentiation.
However,
the
mechanical
properties
of
remain
critical
challenge
in
this
area,
particularly
vascular
applications.
Herein,
combination
an
inorganic
(nano)material
[graphene
oxide
(GO)]
with
organic
material
(collagen)
possible
ingredients
bioink
intended
graft
was
explored.
Different
formulations
were
developed
compared
terms
rheology,
printability,
ability
to
3D
scaffolds.
The
modified
collagen
GO
exhibited
improved
viscoelastic
control
formulation.
Additionally,
showed
full
vitro
biocompatibility,
no
signs
cytotoxicity.
With
future
applications
mind,
series
scaffolds
successfully
bioprinted
proposed
bioink.
coculture
human
endothelial
cells
muscle
(C2C12)
demonstrated
its
potential
In
short,
work
introduces
developing
grafts
enhanced
biological
properties.
Polymers,
Год журнала:
2025,
Номер
17(8), С. 1090 - 1090
Опубликована: Апрель 17, 2025
Additive
manufacturing
(AM),
also
referred
to
as
three-dimensional
printing/printed
(3DP),
has
emerged
a
transformative
approach
in
the
current
design
and
of
various
biomaterials
for
restoration
damaged
tissues
inside
body.
This
advancement
greatly
aided
development
customized
biomedical
devices
including
implants,
prosthetics,
orthotics
that
are
specific
patients.
In
tissue
engineering
(TE),
AM
enables
fabrication
complex
structures
promote
desirable
cellular
responses
regeneration
tissues.
Since
choice
plays
vital
role
scaffold
performance
well
responses,
meticulous
material
selection
is
essential
optimizing
functionality
scaffolds.
These
scaffolds
often
possess
certain
characteristics
such
biodegradability,
biocompatibility,
biomimicry,
porous
structure.
To
this
end,
polymers
chitosan,
collagen,
alginate,
hyaluronic
acid,
polyglycolic
polylactic
polycaprolactone
have
been
extensively
investigated
tissue-engineered
Furthermore,
combinations
utilized
further
enhance
scaffolds’
functionality.
review
discusses
principle
explores
recent
advancements
technologies
TE
regenerative
medicine.
addition,
applications
3DP,
polymer-based
will
be
highlighted.
ACS Pharmacology & Translational Science,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
7(8), С. 2369 - 2378
Опубликована: Июль 15, 2024
Myocardial
infarction
(MI)
is
a
severe
cardiovascular
event
that
can
lead
to
death.
Cardiac
troponin
I
(cTnI)
an
MI
biomarker
in
the
circulation
system;
however,
methods
for
detecting
cTnI
protein
require
substantial
time,
tedious
operations,
expensive
reader
translating
signals,
and
lot
of
reagents.
This
study
aims
create
test
kit
with
results
easily
distinguished
by
color
differences,
explicitly
focusing
on
resolution
between
different
concentrations
eyes
discern.
These
will
aid
creating
commercial,
portable,
convenient,
daily-use
rapid-test
kit.
proposes
biosensor
naked
eye
perceive,
performs
diagnoses
based
pattern
color,
does
not
machine,
easy
operate,
portable.
Our
device
shortens
diagnosis
has
0.32–200
ng/mL
quantitative
analysis
range
human
serum
matrix,
achieves
0.32
limit
detection,
exhibits
many
advantages
compared
traditional
ELISA
plate.