ReviewStem cell research & therapy2025
Mesenchymal stromal cell-mediated mitochondrial transfer unveils new frontiers in disease therapy.
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- Adipose-Derived Stem Cell Membrane-Coated Mitochondria Restore Tendon Stromal Cell Function Through Metabolic Reprogramming and Promote Achilles Tendon Healing.Journal of functional biomaterials · 2026Article
- Intercellular mitochondrial transfer in melanoma progression and therapeutic resistance: mechanisms and targeting potential.Frontiers in oncology · 2026Review
- Mitochondrial transfer as a driver of immune microenvironment remodeling.Frontiers in immunology · 2026Review
- Exosomes from LPS-pretreated BMSCs treated periodontitis via improving oxidative stress.Stem cell research & therapy · 2025Article
- Prokaryotic organelle mitochondria drive tumorigenesis: "the original sin".Frontiers in oncology · 2025Review
- Bone marrow mesenchymal stem cells and adipocytes in haematological malignancies.Oncology reviews · 2025Article
- The anti-inflammatory effects of mesenchymal stem cells and their research progress in hematopoietic stem cell transplantation: A comprehensive review.Cell transplantationReview
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Abstract
Mitochondrial dysfunction is a pivotal factor in the progression of various diseases, making it a critical therapeutic target. Mesenchymal stromal cells (MSCs) have shown promise in mitigating this dysfunction through the transfer of healthy mitochondria to damaged cells. This review comprehensively analyzes the mechanisms of MSC-derived mitochondrial transfer, including tunneling nanotubes (TNTs) and extracellular vesicles, and highlights their therapeutic potential across a spectrum of diseases, such as neurodegenerative disorders, ocular diseases, and inflammatory conditions. Additionally, strategies to enhance mitochondrial transfer efficiency-such as genetic modifications and optimization of MSC sources-are thoroughly explored. Despite these promising findings, challenges remain, including the need for a deeper understanding of transfer mechanisms, ensuring the quality and functionality of transferred mitochondria, and addressing potential immune responses. While MSC-derived mitochondrial transfer holds significant therapeutic potential, careful consideration of its dual nature, especially in specific pathological contexts such as cancer, is essential. With further research and technological advancements, this approach could become a cornerstone in the treatment of diseases characterized by mitochondrial dysfunction.
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