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SynthesisStem cells translational medicine2026

Therapeutic potential of MSCs and their exosomes in hepatic Ischaemia-Reperfusion injury: a systematic review and meta-analysis of rodent studies.

Yanxi Mu, Weixiong Zhu, Wentao Ma, Yu Cheng, Bo Ren, Yusheng Cheng, Wence Zhou

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Yanxi MuThe Second Clinical Medical College, Lanzhou University, Lanzhou, 730000, China.ORCID 0000-0002-6714-766X
Weixiong ZhuThe Second Clinical Medical College, Lanzhou University, Lanzhou, 730000, China.
Wentao MaThe Second Clinical Medical College, Lanzhou University, Lanzhou, 730000, China.
Yu ChengThe Second Clinical Medical College, Lanzhou University, Lanzhou, 730000, China.
Bo RenThe Second Clinical Medical College, Lanzhou University, Lanzhou, 730000, China.
Yusheng ChengThe Second Clinical Medical College, Lanzhou University, Lanzhou, 730000, China.
Wence ZhouThe Second Clinical Medical College, Lanzhou University, Lanzhou, 730000, China.

Funding

Joint Research Fund General Projects of Gansu Province 23JRRA1508Major Science and Technology Projects of Gansu Province 22ZD6FA021-4Medical Innovation and Development Project of Lanzhou University lzuyxcx-2022-177National Natural Science Foundation of China 82260555
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Abstract

objectiveThis meta-analysis comprehensively evaluates the therapeutic efficacy and mechanisms of mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) and their exosomes in rodent models of hepatic ischemia-reperfusion injury (HIRI), providing preclinical support for future clinical translation.

methodsIn accordance with the PRISMA guidelines, we systematically searched PubMed, Web of Science, Embase, Cochrane Library, and ClinicalTrials.gov for studies published from inception to January 13, 2025, and identified 64 eligible studies. Risk of bias was evaluated using the SYRCLE tool, and Review Manager 5.4.1 was employed for meta-analysis, calculating SMD and 95%CI. Primary outcomes included liver function (ALT/AST), histopathological scores (Suzuki's score, necrotic area ratio), inflammatory cytokines (TNF-α), and apoptosis markers (c-caspase 3).

resultsMSCs and their exosomes significantly ameliorated HIRI. In the 60-minute ischemia group, ALT (SMD = 3.49, P < .00001) and AST (SMD = 3.86, P < .00001) decreased, along with lower Suzuki scores (SMD = 3.12), necrotic area ratios (SMD = 3.56), and TNF-α levels (SMD = 2.83). In the 90-minute group, ALT (SMD = 4.09, P < .00001) and AST (SMD = 3.78, P < .00001) were also reduced. Mechanistically, MSCs exert therapeutic effects through antioxidative, anti-inflammatory, anti-apoptotic, and pro-regenerative pathways. Considerable heterogeneity (I2 = 52-86%) was observed, likely due to variations in dosage (1 × 105-1 × 109 cells), administration routes (intravenous/portal vein), and reperfusion durations (3-24 hours). Genetic modifications (e.g., HO-1 overexpression) further enhanced therapeutic outcomes.

conclusionMSCs and their exosomes mitigate HIRI through multi-target mechanisms but requires standardized protocols. Future studies should prioritize large-animal validation and translational research to facilitate precision clinical application.

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ExosomesLiverMesenchymal Stem CellsMesenchymal Stem Cell TransplantationReperfusion InjuryAnimalsApoptosisDisease Models, AnimalRatsRodentiaexosomesHepatic Ischaemia-Reperfusion Injury (HIRI)Mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs)meta-analysisrodent models

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PMCPMC12832943

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