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ArticleStem cell research & therapy2019

The therapeutic effects of bone marrow-derived mesenchymal stromal cells in the acute lung injury induced by sulfur mustard.

Yongwei Feng, Qingqiang Xu, Yuyan Yang, Wenwen Shi, Wenqi Meng, Hao Zhang, Xiaowen He, Mingxue Sun, Yongchun Chen, Jie Zhao and 2 more

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Article in Stem cell research & therapy, 2019. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 20 papers.

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5 · Who and what money

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12 authors at 2 institutions in 1 country.

Yongwei FengLab of Toxicology and Pharmacology, Faculty of Naval Medicine, Second Military Medical University, Shanghai, 200433, China.
Qingqiang XuLab of Toxicology and Pharmacology, Faculty of Naval Medicine, Second Military Medical University, Shanghai, 200433, China.
Yuyan YangLab of Toxicology and Pharmacology, Faculty of Naval Medicine, Second Military Medical University, Shanghai, 200433, China.
Wenwen ShiLab of Toxicology and Pharmacology, Faculty of Naval Medicine, Second Military Medical University, Shanghai, 200433, China.
Wenqi MengLab of Toxicology and Pharmacology, Faculty of Naval Medicine, Second Military Medical University, Shanghai, 200433, China.
Hao ZhangLab of Toxicology and Pharmacology, Faculty of Naval Medicine, Second Military Medical University, Shanghai, 200433, China.
Xiaowen HeOrigincell Technology Group Co., Ltd., 1118 Halei Rd, Shanghai, 201203, China.
Mingxue SunLab of Toxicology and Pharmacology, Faculty of Naval Medicine, Second Military Medical University, Shanghai, 200433, China.
Yongchun ChenLab of Toxicology and Pharmacology, Faculty of Naval Medicine, Second Military Medical University, Shanghai, 200433, China.
Jie ZhaoLab of Toxicology and Pharmacology, Faculty of Naval Medicine, Second Military Medical University, Shanghai, 200433, China.
Zhenhong GuoNational Key Laboratory of Medical Immunology & Institute of Immunology, Second Military Medical University, Shanghai, 200433, China. guozh@immunol.org.
Kai XiaoLab of Toxicology and Pharmacology, Faculty of Naval Medicine, Second Military Medical University, Shanghai, 200433, China. kaixiaocn@163.com.
Second Military Medical University · CNOriginWater (China) · CN

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

backgroundSulfur mustard (SM) is a notorious chemical warfare agent that can cause severe acute lung injury (ALI), in addition to other lesions. Currently, effective medical countermeasures for SM are lacking. Bone marrow-derived mesenchymal stromal cells (BMSCs) possess self-renewal and multipotent differentiation capacity. BMSCs can also migrate to inflammation and injury sites and exert anti-inflammatory and tissue repair functions. Here, we report the curative effect of BMSCs on SM-induced ALI in a mouse model.

methodsMice BMSCs were injected into mice via the tail vein 24 h after SM exposure. The distribution of BMSCs in mice was detected by fluorescence imaging. The therapeutic potential of BMSCs was evaluated by the calculating survival rate. The effects of BMSCs on lung tissue injury and repair assessment were examined by staining with H&E and measuring the lung wet/dry weight ratio, BALF protein level, and respiratory function. The effects of BMSCs on the infiltration and phenotypic alteration of inflammatory cells were analyzed by immunohistochemistry and flow cytometry. The levels of chemokines and inflammatory cytokines were examined using the Luminex Performance Assay and ELISA. RNA interference, western blotting, and ELISA were applied to explore the role of the TLR4 signaling pathway in the anti-inflammatory effects of BMSCs. The extent of tissue repair was analyzed by ELISA, western blotting, and immunohistochemistry.

resultsFluorescence imaging indicated that the lung is the major target organ of BMSCs after injection. The injection of BMSCs significantly improved the survival rate (p < 0.05), respiratory function, and related lung damage indexes (wet/dry weight ratio, total proteins in BALF, etc.) in mice. BMSC administration also reduced the level of pro-inflammatory cytokines, chemokines, and inflammatory cell infiltration, as well as affected the balances of M1/M2 and Th17/Treg. Furthermore, solid evidence regarding the effects of BMSCs on the increased secretion of various growth factors, the differentiation of alveolar epithelial cells, and the enhancement of cell barrier functions was also observed.

conclusionBMSCs displayed protective effects against SM-induced ALI by alleviating inflammation and promoting tissue repair. The present study provides a strong experimental basis in a mouse model and suggests possible application for future cell therapy.

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Acute Lung InjuryMesenchymal Stem Cell TransplantationAnimalsBone Marrow CellsMaleMesenchymal Stem CellsMiceMice, Inbred ICRMustard GasMustard GasAcute lung injuryAnti-inflammationBone marrow-derived mesenchymal stromal cellImmunomodulationSulfur mustardTissue repair

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PMID30867053
PMCPMC6416968
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