Side-to-side characterisation of cellular content, soluble factors and in vitro potential on chondrocytes for bone marrow aspirate concentrate and adipose-derived stromal vascular fraction.

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Abstract (original English)

Purpose Orthobiologics gained popularity for the treatment of musculoskeletal pathologies, including osteoarthritis (OA). Bone marrow aspirate concentrate (BMAC) and adipose-derived stromal vascular fraction (SVF) were reported to reduce OA symptoms, contributing to the restoration of joint homoeostasis. Variability in production protocols and lack of extensive characterisation hinder a clear indication for the choice of a product over the other. The purpose of this study was to characterise side-by-side BMAC and SVF obtained with the same family of devices, by assessing cell immunophenotype, release of soluble factors and their ability to reduce inflammation in a pathologic in vitro chondrocyte model. Methods BMAC (iliac crest) and SVF (abdomen liposuction) were obtained from 28 (55 years old ± 8) and 39 patients (56 years old ± 9), with Hy-Tissue BMAC and Hy-Tissue SVF. BMAC/SVF were characterised for cellular content. The number of mesenchymal stromal cells (MSCs) was investigated by flow cytometry (CD45 - CD31 - CD34 + CD90 + CD105 -/L CD146 - , adipose-MSCs; CD45 - CD271 + , bone marrow-MSCs). Two-hundred factors (cytokines, chemokines, receptors, growth factors and inflammatory molecules) were tested by enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA). Anti-inflammatory potential was assayed in vitro on interleukin-1 beta (IL1β)-treated chondrocytes by quantitative reverse trans

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