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ArticleInternational journal of nanomedicine2026

A Biocompatible Microdroplet Platform Incorporating MSC-Derived Exosomes for Bone Regeneration and Osteoporosis Treatment.

Jincheng Sima, Junrong Chen, Xiliang Liu, Dinghong Li, Wenqing Huang, Yi Wang, Yaping Ma, Yi Zhang, Xin Wang

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Jincheng Sima *Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Affiliated Hospital of Zunyi Medical University, Zunyi, Guizhou, People's Republic of China.
Junrong Chen *Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Affiliated Hospital of Zunyi Medical University, Zunyi, Guizhou, People's Republic of China.
Xiliang LiuDepartment of Hygiene Toxicology, School of Public Health, Zunyi Medical University, Zunyi, Guizhou, People's Republic of China.
Dinghong LiDepartment of Orthopaedic Surgery, Affiliated Hospital of Zunyi Medical University, Zunyi, Guizhou, People's Republic of China.
Wenqing HuangDepartment of Orthopaedic Surgery, Affiliated Hospital of Zunyi Medical University, Zunyi, Guizhou, People's Republic of China.
Yi WangDepartment of Orthopaedic Surgery, Affiliated Hospital of Zunyi Medical University, Zunyi, Guizhou, People's Republic of China.
Yaping MaDepartment of Orthopaedic Surgery, Affiliated Hospital of Zunyi Medical University, Zunyi, Guizhou, People's Republic of China.
Yi ZhangDepartment of Orthopaedic Surgery, Affiliated Hospital of Zunyi Medical University, Zunyi, Guizhou, People's Republic of China.
Xin WangDepartment of Orthopaedic Surgery, Affiliated Hospital of Zunyi Medical University, Zunyi, Guizhou, People's Republic of China.

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Abstract

Introduction: Postmenopausal osteoporosis, characterized by progressive loss of bone mass and deterioration of skeletal microarchitecture, remains a major public health concern worldwide. Exosomes derived from mesenchymal stem cells (MSC-Exos) are nanosized extracellular vesicles enriched with bioactive cargo, have emerged as potent cell-free mediators of tissue regeneration and immunomodulation. However, their clinical translation is hindered by rapid clearance and insufficient retention at target sites. In this study, we developed a biocompatible microdroplet (MD)-based delivery platform incorporating MSC-derived exosomes (MD/Exos) and evaluated its therapeutic potential for osteoporosis treatment. Methods: MSC-Exos were isolated from human bone marrow-derived mesenchymal stem cells (hBMSCs) and characterized by transmission electron microscopy and exosomal marker analysis. MD/Exos were fabricated and evaluated for cellular uptake and cytocompatibility. The effects of MD/Exos on hBMSC proliferation, osteogenic differentiation, and macrophage inflammatory responses were investigated in vitro. Therapeutic efficacy was further assessed in an ovariectomy-induced osteoporotic rat model through histological and cytokine analyses. Results: MSC-Exos exhibited characteristic exosomal morphology and were efficiently internalized by both hBMSCs and RAW264.7 macrophages. The fabricated MD/Exos system demonstrated excellent cytocompatibility in vitro and favorable histocompatibility in vivo. In vitro, MD/Exos significantly enhanced osteogenic differentiation of hBMSCs and altered macrophage inflammatory cytokine profiles, suggesting a coordinated effect on osteogenesis and inflammatory regulation. In an ovariectomy-induced osteoporotic rat model, MD-Exo treatment effectively preserved trabecular bone microarchitecture, reduced marrow adiposity, and markedly inhibited osteoclast activity. Conclusion: MD/Exos represent a promising exosome delivery strategy for osteoporosis treatment.

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Bone RegenerationExosomesMesenchymal Stem CellsOsteoporosisAnimalsCell DifferentiationCell ProliferationFemaleHumansMiceOsteogenesisOvariectomyRatsRats, Sprague-DawleyRAW 264.7 Cellsbioactive microdropletsbiocompatibilityhBMSCsMSC-Exososteogenesisosteoporosis

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