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In-situ gelling xyloglucan formulations as 3D artificial niche for adipose stem cell spheroids.

Toia F., Di Stefano AB., Muscolino E., Sabatino MA., Giacomazza D., Moschella F.

Laboratory Study, published in Int J Biol Macromol (2020) — summary generated from the PubMed abstract.

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Study type
Laboratory Study
Journal
Int J Biol Macromol (2020)
Country
Netherlands
Reported sample size
—
Source database
PubMed
PMID
33470202
DOI
10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2020.10.158
Citations
8

Abstract (original English)

Three-dimensional spheroidal cell aggregates of adipose stem cells (SASCs) are a distinct upstream population of stem cells present in adipose tissue, with enhanced regeneration properties in vivo. The preservation of the 3D structure of the cells, from extraction to administration, can be a promising strategy to ensure optimal conditions for cell viability and maintenance of stemness potential. With this aim, an artificial niche was created by incorporating the spheroids into an injectable, in-situ gelling solution of partially degalactosylated xyloglucan (dXG) and an ad hoc formulated culture medium for the preservation of stem cell spheroid features. The evolution of the mechanical properties and the morphological structure of this artificial niche was investigated by small amplitude rheological analysis and scanning electron microscopy, respectively. Comparatively, systems produced with the same polymer and the typical culture medium (DMEM) used for adipose stem cell (ASC) growth in adherent cell culture conditions were also characterised. Cell viability of both SASCs and ASCs incorporated inside the hydrogel or seeded on top of the hydrogel were investigated as well as the preservation of SASC stemness conditions when embedded in the hydrogel.

What this study does not prove

  • • This study does not prove SVF is an approved treatment or a replacement for standard care.
  • • This is preclinical work; animal or laboratory results cannot be applied to humans.

Evidence level

Evidence from laboratory and animal studies provides groundwork for understanding mechanisms and potential before human studies continue.

How we grade evidence
Cell Culture TechniquesCell SurvivalCells, CulturedCulture MediaGlucansHumansHydrogelsMesenchymal Stem CellsMicroscopyMicroscopy, Electron, Scanning

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