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ReviewInternational journal of nanomedicine2025

Advanced Nanoparticle-Engineered Platforms for Peripheral Nerve Repair: Multimodal Therapeutic Strategies and Clinical Translation.

Shaoyan Shi, Xingxing Yu, Xuehai Ou, Changming Zheng, Fei Xie, Yansheng Huang

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Review in International journal of nanomedicine, 2025. 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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1 · What the graph read from it

What it found

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2 · The registry

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3 · Its place in the literature

Who cites it

3 citing papers in PubMed.

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4 · The record

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5 · Who and what money

Authors and funding

6 authors.

Shaoyan ShiDepartment of Hand Surgery, Honghui Hospital, Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, Shaanxi, 710000, People's Republic of China.ORCID 0000-0002-1918-0975
Xingxing YuDepartment of Laboratory Medicine, Xi' an Medical College, Xi'an, Shaanxi, 710000, People's Republic of China.
Xuehai OuDepartment of Hand Surgery, Honghui Hospital, Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, Shaanxi, 710000, People's Republic of China.
Changming ZhengDepartment of Hand Surgery, Honghui Hospital, Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, Shaanxi, 710000, People's Republic of China.
Fei XieDepartment of Hand Surgery, Honghui Hospital, Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, Shaanxi, 710000, People's Republic of China.
Yansheng HuangDepartment of Spine Surgery, Honghui Hospital, Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, Shaanxi, 710000, People's Republic of China.

Funding

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Peripheral nerve injuries (PNIs) remain a major clinical challenge, with current surgical interventions often falling short of restoring full function. Nanoparticle (NP)-engineered platforms are emerging as transformative tools in peripheral nerve repair by enabling multimodal therapeutic delivery, spatiotemporal control of the microenvironment, and biomimetic structural support. In this review, we summarize the recent advances in the design of inorganic, polymeric, and hybrid NPs that deliver neurotrophic factors, anti-inflammatory agents, and genetic material with high precision. Functionalization strategies-ranging from conductive and piezoelectric materials to antioxidant and immunomodulatory components-enable dynamic regulation of cellular behaviors critical for regeneration. Integration of NPs into next-generation scaffolds, including smart-responsive conduits and bioactive matrices, enhances axonal guidance and Schwann cell support. We further discuss preclinical outcomes demonstrating robust functional recovery and address translational barriers, including NP toxicity, scalable fabrication, and regulatory considerations. Finally, we outline future directions involving theranostic systems and AI-guided design for personalized nerve repair. Collectively, NP-engineered systems represent a paradigm shift in peripheral nerve regeneration, offering a multifaceted approach that bridges material science, bioengineering, and clinical translation.

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NanoparticlesNerve RegenerationPeripheral Nerve InjuriesAnimalsAnti-Inflammatory AgentsCombined Modality TherapyHumansNerve Growth FactorsTheranostic NanomedicineTissue ScaffoldsTranslational Research, BiomedicalAnti-Inflammatory AgentsNerve Growth Factorsengineeringnanoparticleperipheral nerve injuriesregenerationtranslation

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PMID41058939
PMCPMC12499593

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