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ReviewStem cell research & therapy2025

The Immunomodulatory mechanism and research progress of mesenchymal stem cells in the treatment of allergic rhinitis.

Yu-Meng Ye, Yu-Xin Zhao, Li-Rong Xiang, Chen-Yu Zou, Hao Xiao, Huan Lu, Hui Yang, Juan-Juan Hu, Hui-Qi Xie

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Yu-Meng YeDepartment of Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan, 610041, P. R. China.
Yu-Xin ZhaoDepartment of Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan, 610041, P. R. China.
Li-Rong XiangDepartment of Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan, 610041, P. R. China.
Chen-Yu ZouDepartment of Orthopedic Surgery and Orthopedic Research Institute, Stem Cell and Tissue Engineering Research Center, State Key Laboratory of Biotherapy, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan, 610041, P. R. China.
Hao XiaoDepartment of Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan, 610041, P. R. China.
Huan LuDepartment of Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan, 610041, P. R. China.
Hui YangDepartment of Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan, 610041, P. R. China.
Juan-Juan HuDepartment of Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan, 610041, P. R. China. hujuanjuan2017@163.com.
Hui-Qi XieDepartment of Orthopedic Surgery and Orthopedic Research Institute, Stem Cell and Tissue Engineering Research Center, State Key Laboratory of Biotherapy, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan, 610041, P. R. China. xiehuiqi@scu.edu.cn.ORCID http://orcid.org/0000-0003-0760-0853

Funding

National Natural Science Foundation of China Grant No.82301292the "1.3.5" Project for Disciplines of Excellence, West China Hospital, Sichuan University Grant No.ZYGD23037the Central Guidance for Local Scientific and Technological Development Funding Program of Sichuan Provincial Department of Science and Technology Grant No.2024ZYD0049the Post-Doctor Research Project, West China Hospital, Sichuan University Grant No.2021HXBH005the Science and Technology Program of Sichuan Province Grant No.2024NSFSC0002
6 · The paper itself

Abstract

backgroundAllergic rhinitis (AR) affects 10-40% of the global population, yet current therapies (drugs, immunotherapy) face limitations in efficacy and safety. Mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) have emerged as a promising alternative due to their immunomodulatory properties. KEY

findingsPreclinical studies demonstrate that MSCs from adipose, bone marrow, umbilical cord, and tonsils reduce AR symptoms (sneezing, nasal inflammation) and serum IgE (Immunoglobulin E) levels by restoring Th1/Th2 immune equilibrium and enhancing Treg (Regulatory T cells) activity. MSC-derived exosomes and hydrogel-encapsulated formulations further improve targeting and safety. However, clinical translation is hindered by heterogeneous protocols and unresolved long-term risks (e.g., tumorigenicity). CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE: MSC-based therapies offer potential for durable AR remission by addressing immune dysregulation at its root. Future efforts must prioritize standardized production, phase I safety trials, and combination strategies (e.g., exosomes + hydrogels) to accelerate clinical adoption.

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ImmunomodulationMesenchymal Stem CellsMesenchymal Stem Cell TransplantationRhinitis, AllergicAnimalsExosomesHumansAllergic rhinitisExosomesImmunomodulationMesenchymal stem cells

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PMID40251675
PMCPMC12008879

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