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ArticleWorld journal of stem cells2020

Umbilical cord-derived mesenchymal stem cells preconditioned with isorhamnetin: potential therapy for burn wounds.

Shazmeen Aslam, Irfan Khan, Fatima Jameel, Midhat Batool Zaidi, Asmat Salim

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Article in World journal of stem cells, 2020. 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 authors at 1 institution in 1 country.

Shazmeen AslamStem Cell Laboratory, Dr. Panjwani Center for Molecular Medicine and Drug Research, International Center for Chemical and Biological Sciences, University of Karachi, Karachi 74700, Sindh, Pakistan.
Irfan KhanStem Cell Laboratory, Dr. Panjwani Center for Molecular Medicine and Drug Research, International Center for Chemical and Biological Sciences, University of Karachi, Karachi 74700, Sindh, Pakistan.
Fatima JameelStem Cell Laboratory, Dr. Panjwani Center for Molecular Medicine and Drug Research, International Center for Chemical and Biological Sciences, University of Karachi, Karachi 74700, Sindh, Pakistan.
Midhat Batool ZaidiStem Cell Laboratory, Dr. Panjwani Center for Molecular Medicine and Drug Research, International Center for Chemical and Biological Sciences, University of Karachi, Karachi 74700, Sindh, Pakistan.
Asmat SalimStem Cell Laboratory, Dr. Panjwani Center for Molecular Medicine and Drug Research, International Center for Chemical and Biological Sciences, University of Karachi, Karachi 74700, Sindh, Pakistan. asmat.salim@iccs.edu.
University of Karachi · PK

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Abstract

backgroundImpaired wound healing can be associated with different pathological states. Burn wounds are the most common and detrimental injuries and remain a major health issue worldwide. Mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) possess the ability to regenerate tissues by secreting factors involved in promoting cell migration, proliferation and differentiation, while suppressing immune reactions. Preconditioning of MSCs with small molecules having cytoprotective properties can enhance the potential of these cells for their use in cell-based therapeutics.

aimTo enhance the therapeutic potential of MSCs by preconditioning them with isorhamnetin for second degree burn wounds in rats.

methodsHuman umbilical cord MSCs (hU-MSCs) were isolated and characterized by surface markers, CD105, vimentin and CD90. For preconditioning, hU-MSCs were treated with isorhamnetin after selection of the optimized concentration (5 µmol/L) by cytotoxicity analysis. The migration potential of these MSCs was analyzed by the

resultsThe scratch assay analysis showed a significant reduction in the scratch area in the case of IH + MSCs compared to the normal untreated MSCs at 24 h, while complete closure of the scratch area was observed at 48 h. Histological analysis showed reduced inflammation, completely remodeled epidermis and dermis without scar formation and regeneration of hair follicles in the group that received IH + MSCs. Gene expression analysis was time dependent and more pronounced in the case of IH + MSCs. Interleukin (IL)-1β, IL-6 and Bcl-2 associated X genes showed significant downregulation, while transforming growth factor β, vascular endothelial growth factor, Bcl-2 and matrix metallopeptidase 9 showed significant upregulation compared to the burn wound, showing increased angiogenesis and reduced inflammation and apoptosis.

conclusionPreconditioning of hU-MSCs with isorhamnetin decreases wound progression by reducing inflammation, and improving tissue architecture and wound healing. The study outcome is expected to lead to an improved cell-based therapeutic approach for burn wounds.

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Burn woundIsorhamnetinMesenchymal stem cellsPreconditioningSmall moleculeWound healing

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