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Microenvironment of spermatogonial stem cells: a key factor in the regulation of spermatogenesis

Liu W., Du L., Li J., He Y., Tang M.

Narrative Review, published in Stem Cell Res Ther (2024) — summary generated from the PubMed abstract.

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Study type
Narrative Review
Journal
Stem Cell Res Ther (2024)
Reported sample size
—
Source database
Europe PMC
PMID
39256786
PMCID
PMC11389459
DOI
10.1186/s13287-024-03893-z
Citations
23

Abstract (original English)

Spermatogonial stem cells (SSCs) play a crucial role in the male reproductive system, responsible for maintaining continuous spermatogenesis. The microenvironment or niche of SSCs is a key factor in regulating their self-renewal, differentiation and spermatogenesis. This microenvironment consists of multiple cell types, extracellular matrix, growth factors, hormones and other molecular signals that interact to form a complex regulatory network. This review aims to provide an overview of the main components of the SSCs microenvironment, explore how they regulate the fate decisions of SSCs, and discuss the potential impact of microenvironmental abnormalities on male reproductive health.

What this study does not prove

  • • This study does not prove SVF is an approved treatment or a replacement for standard care.
  • • This is a narrative review: it collects no new patient data and does not systematically appraise evidence quality.

Evidence level

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

How we grade evidence
SpermatogoniaExtracellular MatrixAnimalsHumansCell DifferentiationSpermatogenesisMaleStem Cell NicheAdult Germline Stem Cells

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