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ArticleGels (Basel, Switzerland)2024

ViSCNOVAS: A Novel Classification System for Hyaluronic Acid-Based Gels in Orthobiologic Products and Regenerative Medicine.

Fábio Ramos Costa, Luyddy Pires, Rubens Andrade Martins, Bruno Ramos Costa, Gabriel Silva Santos, José Fábio Lana

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Article in Gels (Basel, Switzerland), 2024. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 3 papers.

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6 authors.

Fábio Ramos CostaDepartment of Orthopedics, FC Sports Traumatology, Salvador 40296-210, BA, Brazil.ORCID 0009-0003-0486-8114
Luyddy PiresDepartment of Orthopedics, Brazilian Institute of Regenerative Medicine (BIRM), Indaiatuba 13334-170, SP, Brazil.ORCID 0009-0007-0725-7940
Rubens Andrade MartinsMedical School, Tiradentes University Center, Maceió 57038-000, AL, Brazil.
Bruno Ramos CostaMedical School, Zarns College, Salvador 41720-200, BA, Brazil.
Gabriel Silva SantosDepartment of Orthopedics, Brazilian Institute of Regenerative Medicine (BIRM), Indaiatuba 13334-170, SP, Brazil.ORCID 0000-0002-0549-6821
José Fábio LanaDepartment of Orthopedics, Brazilian Institute of Regenerative Medicine (BIRM), Indaiatuba 13334-170, SP, Brazil.

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Hyaluronic acid (HA), a naturally occurring polysaccharide, holds immense potential in regenerative medicine due to its diverse biological functions and clinical applications, particularly in gel formulations. This paper presents a comprehensive exploration of HA, encompassing its origins, molecular characteristics, and therapeutic roles in gel-based interventions. Initially identified in bovine vitreous humor, HA has since been found in various tissues and fluids across vertebrate organisms and bacterial sources, exhibiting consistent physicochemical properties. The synthesis of HA by diverse cell types underscores its integral role in the extracellular matrix and its relevance to tissue homeostasis and repair. Clinical applications of HA, particularly in addressing musculoskeletal ailments such as osteoarthritis, are examined, highlighting its efficacy and safety in promoting tissue regeneration and pain relief. Building upon this foundation, a novel classification system for HA-based interventions is proposed, aiming to standardize treatment protocols and optimize patient outcomes. The ViSCNOVAS classification system refers to viscosity, storage, chain, number, origin, volume, amount, and size. This classification is specifically designed for HA-based orthobiologic products used in regenerative medicine, including orthopedics, sports medicine, aesthetics, cosmetic dermatology, and wound healing. It aims to provide clinicians with a structured framework for personalized treatment strategies. Future directions in HA research are also discussed, emphasizing the need for further validation and refinement of the proposed classification system to advance the field of regenerative medicine. Overall, this manuscript elucidates the biological functions of hyaluronic acid and its potential in clinical practice while advocating for standardization to enhance patient care in various regenerative applications.

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classificationclinical applicationshyaluronic acidorthobiologicsregenerative medicine

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PMCPMC11353555

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