ReviewStem cell research & therapy2020
Mesenchymal stem cell-derived extracellular vesicles alter disease outcomes via endorsement of macrophage polarization.
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87 citing papers in PubMed, 2 syntheses or guidelines pooled it, 120 citations in OpenAlex.
- Efficacy of mesenchymal stem cell transplantation on major adverse cardiovascular events and cardiac function indices in patients with chronic heart failure: a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.Journal of translational medicine · 2024Pooled it
- Efficacy of stem cell secretome in the treatment of traumatic brain injury: A systematic review and meta-analysis of preclinical studies.Molecular neurobiology · 2022Pooled it
- Mesenchymal stromal cells regulate M2 macrophage polarization that promotes proliferation, migration, and invasion of renal cell carcinoma cells.Medical oncology (Northwood, London, England) · 2026Article
- MSC-EVs attenuate subretinal fibrosis in choroidal neovascularization through miR-21-5p-mediated inhibition of EMT and MMT and suppression of inflammation.Journal of neuroinflammation · 2026Article
- Bee sting-shaped microneedles for accelerating Achilles tendinopathy healing via enhanced regulating macrophage polarization.Journal of nanobiotechnology · 2026Article
- The Status of Extracellular Vesicles as Drug Carriers and Therapeutics.Nature reviews bioengineering · 2026Article
- Amine-Reactive Augmentation of Silk Fibroin Mats for Increasing Cargo Retention Capabilities.Journal of functional biomaterials · 2026Article
- Extracellular vesicles from TNF-α and TGF-β1-treated ADSCs promote tissue-engineered cartilage regeneration by modulating macrophages via the miR-378a-3p/SIRPα axis.Stem cell research & therapy · 2026Article
- Mesenchymal Stem Cell-Derived Extracellular Vesicles in Myocardial Ischemia-Reperfusion Injury: A Comprehensive Review.Biology · 2026Review
- Exosomal miR-199a-3p derived from follicular fluid modulates the immune microenvironment in polycystic ovary syndrome by regulating macrophage polarization.Journal of ovarian research · 2026Article
- Exploring mesenchymal stem cells as a novel therapeutic approach for HACEK endocarditis: a narrative review.Journal of cardiothoracic surgery · 2026Review
- TSG-6 Activated MSC-derived Extracellular Vesicles Present Altered micro-RNA Contents and Ameliorate the Inflammatory Phenotype of Macrophages in Vitro.Inflammation · 2026Article
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- Targeting macrophage polarization: mechanisms and potential of mesenchymal stromal/stem cells therapy in acne treatment- a narrative review.Frontiers in immunology · 2026Review
- The dual roles of exosomes in prostate cancer: mechanisms in tumorigenesis and avenues for clinical translation.Frontiers in immunology · 2026Review
- Cellular stress, cell death, and extracellular vesicles: redefining the therapeutic landscape of rheumatoid arthritis.Clinical rheumatology · 2026Review
- Exosome-delivered bioactive molecules regulate macrophage polarization in atherosclerosis and myocardial infarction: mechanisms and therapeutic potential.Frontiers in cardiovascular medicine · 2026Review
- Probiotic-Derived Extracellular Vesicles as Potential Nano-Immunotherapeutic Platforms in IBD: A Clinician's Perspective.International journal of nanomedicine · 2026Review
- Enhanced sialylation of bone marrow mesenchymal stromal cells contributes to immune remodeling through macrophage polarization in multiple myeloma patients.Frontiers in immunology · 2026Article
- A Biocompatible Microdroplet Platform Incorporating MSC-Derived Exosomes for Bone Regeneration and Osteoporosis Treatment.International journal of nanomedicine · 2026Article
27 more citing papers are in PubMed but not listed here.
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Abstract
Mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) are adult stromal cells that reside in virtually all postnatal tissues. Due to their regenerative and immunomodulatory capacities, MSCs have attracted growing attention during the past two decades. MSC-derived extracellular vesicles (MSC-EVs) are able to duplicate the effects of their parental cells by transferring functional proteins and genetic materials to recipient cells without cell-to-cell contact. MSC-EVs also target macrophages, which play an essential role in innate immunity, adaptive immunity, and homeostasis. Recent studies have demonstrated that MSC-EVs reduce M1 polarization and/or promote M2 polarization in a variety of settings. In this review, we discuss the mechanisms of macrophage polarization and roles of MSC-EV-induced macrophage polarization in the outcomes of cardiovascular, pulmonary, digestive, renal, and central nervous system diseases. In conclusion, MSC-EVs may become a viable alternative to MSCs for the treatment of diseases in which inflammation and immunity play a critical role.
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