Avaliação das alterações dimensionais horizontais dos tecidos mole e ósseo por meio de diferentes técnicas de preservação do rebordo alveolar / Assessment of horizontal dimensional changes in soft and bone tissue through diferente alveolar ridge preservation techniques

Com a perda de um dente após uma exodontia, tem-se início o processo de remodelação óssea de uma cicatrização espontânea que levará a perdas dimensionais desse alvéolo, principalmente em volume, comprometendo o formato original do rebordo. Técnicas de preservação do rebordo alveolar têm sido descritas há muito tempo, porém, sem um consenso sobre qual procedimento escolher e tampouco qual substituto usar. O objetivo desse estudo foi comparar algumas técnicas já citadas na literatura, utilizando substitutos ósseos e membranas para avaliar as alterações dimensionais horizontais. Foram tratados 25 pacientes (n=5) com necessidade de exodontia de dentes da maxila, com exceção dos molares. Os pacientes foram dispostos aleatoriamente em 5 grupos: GI membrana de politetrafluoretileno denso (Cytoplast®); GII enxerto ósseo xenógeno com uma membrana de colágeno (Bio Oss Collagen® associado a Bio Gide®); GIII membrana de polipropileno (Bone Heal®) 7 dias; GIV membrana de polipropileno (Bone Heal® 21 dias e GV Controle (cicatrização espontânea). O desfecho primário foi a alteração dimensional horizontal do rebordo alveolar encontrada entre as imagens tomográficas de início (T0) antes da exodontia e final (T1) após 6 meses da intervenção, na espessura abaixo da crista óssea em 1 mm (H1), 3 mm (H3) e 5 mm (H5), além da redução em volume do tecido mole avaliadas por meio de modelos de gesso escaneados e sobrepostos com um software de precisão (GOM Inspect®), medidos em 6 pontos em mimímetros a partir da margem gengival (0, 1, 2, 3, 4 e 5). As médias em mm das reduções em espessura óssea foram: em H1 (GI = 1,30, GII = 1,89, GIII = 1,30, GIV = 1,20, GV = 1,97); em H3 (GI = 1,71, GII = 1,98, GIII = 1,16, GIV = 0,34, GV = 1,75) e em H5 (GI = 1,11, GII = 0,74, GIII = 0,86, GIV = 0,26, GV = 1,36) chegando a uma conclusão estatisticamente significante entre os grupos de que GIV apresenta menores desvios que GII. Já as médias em mm das reduções horizontais dos tecidos ósseos foram: Ponto 0 (3,21; 2,26; 1,71; 1,49; 2,57 mm), ponto 1 (2,24; 2,39; 1,58; 1,59; 2,42 mm). Ponto 2 (1,77; 2,20; 1,21; 1,37;2,26 mm), ponto 3 (1,61; 1,90; 1,13; 1,13; 2,03 mm), ponto 4 (1,49; 1,68; 1,21; 0,94; 1,86 mm) e ponto 5 (1,28; 1,69; 1,06; 1,27; 1,70mm) respectivamente para os grupos GI, GII, GII, GIV e GV. Concluindo que houve diferenças entre os grupos estatisticamente significantes entre GIII com menores reduções que GII e GV, GIV com menores reduções que GV. Demonstrando que a técnica de preservação do rebordo alveolar pode ser utilizada como uma alternativa na limitação das perdas horizontais em tecido mole e ósseos.

Validação biológica de grânulos de vidro bioativas (compostos por biovidro 45S5): estudo in vitro e in vivo / Biological validation of bioactive glass granules (composed of 45S5 bioglass): in vitro and in vivo study

O tecido ósseo, embora tenha a capacidade de regeneração, é limitado em sua eficácia diante de defeitos críticos que impedem a regeneração natural. Dessa forma, materiais como a hidroxiapatita (HA) têm sido considerados promissores na engenharia de tecido ósseo. Contudo, apesar de sua ampla utilização, a hidroxiapatita apresenta desvantagens, como a taxa de reabsorção e remodelação lenta. Em contraste, o biovidro 45S5 se destaca por sua biocompatibilidade, propriedades bioativas e degradabilidade. Este estudo objetivou avaliar o comportamento biológico in vitro e in vivo de grânulos de vidro bioativas de biovidro 45S5 fabricadas pelo método de fusão. Os biovidros foram caracterizados por meio da difração de raios X (DRX), espectroscopia de infravermelho por transformação de Fourier (FTIR), calorimetria diferencial de varredura (DSC) e espectrometria de emissão óptica com plasmas indutivamente acoplados (ICP OES). Em seguida, foi realizado o estudo in vitro, utilizando células osteoblásticas isoladas de fêmures de ratos, que foram submetidas a análise da morfologia celular (MEV), viabilidade celular (MTT), conteúdo de proteína total (PT), atividade de fosfatase alcalina (ALP) e formação de nódulos de mineralização. No estudo in vivo, foram realizados defeitos ósseos críticos de 7 mm na tíbia de coelhos da raça New Zealand, que foram divididos em dois grupos (n=6) de acordo com o material de preenchimento: hidroxiapatita comercial (HA) e biovidro 45S5 (BG45S5). Após 2, 8 e 12 semanas, os animais foram eutanasiados e as peças ósseas foram submetidas as análises histológicas e histomorfométricas. Os dados foram submetidos ao teste de normalidade Shapiro-Wilk (p=0,05) e quando normais realizamos o teste t de student e quando não normais realizamos o teste de Mann-Whitney. Os resultados dos testes físico-químicos mostraram sucesso na produção do novo biomaterial. Nos testes in vitro, observou-se que o grupo BG45S5 não apresentou citotoxicidade e mostrou-se promissor com diferença estatisticamente significante em relação ao grupo hidroxiapatita comercial (p=0.0263). Nos testes de PT, ALP e nódulos de mineralização, os grupos não apresentaram diferença estatística entre eles (p<0,05). Contudo, o grupo BG45S5 mostrou-se promissor em relação aos outros grupos. Na análise histológica, ambos os grupos apresentaram neoformação óssea nos defeitos após 2, 8 e 12 semanas. Na histomorfometria, observou-se que os grupos BG45S5 e HA apresentaram maior área de neoformação óssea em 12 semanas. Houve diferença estatisticamente significante entre os grupos no tempo de 2 semanas, com maior neoformação para o grupo BG45S5. Apesar dos resultados promissores do grupo BG45S5, não houve diferença estatisticamente significativa entre os grupos (p<0,05) nos tempos de 8 e 12 semanas. Em resumo, os resultados evidenciaram o sucesso na produção do biomaterial sintético e o potencial do biomaterial BG45S5 como um material promissor para tratamento de defeitos ósseos críticos. (AU)

Bone tissue, despite its capacity of regeneration, is limited in its effectiveness when faced with critical defects that prevent natural regeneration. Therefore, materials such as hydroxyapatite (HA) have been considered promising in bone tissue engineering. However, despite its wide use, hydroxyapatite has disadvantages, such as slow resorption and remodeling rates. In contrast, 45S5 bioglass stands out for its biocompatibility, bioactive properties and degradability. This study aimed to evaluate the in vitro and in vivo biological behavior of bioactive 45S5 bioglass beads manufactured by the melt quenched method. The bioglasses were characterized using X-ray diffraction (XRD), Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR), differential scanning calorimetry (DSC) and inductively coupled plasma optical emission spectrometry (ICP OES). Following this, an in vitro study was conducted using osteoblastic cells isolated from rat femurs, which were subjected to analysis of cell morphology (SEM), cell viability (MTT), total protein content (TP), alkaline phosphatase activity (ALP) and mineralization nodule formation. In the in vivo study, critical bone defects of 7 mm were created in the tibia of New Zealand rabbits, which were divided into two groups (n=6) according to the filling material: commercial hydroxyapatite (HA) and bioactive glass 45S5 (BG45S5). After 2, 8, and 12 weeks, the animals were euthanized and the bone pieces were subjected to histological and histomorphometric analyses. Data were subjected to the Shapiro-Wilk normality test (p=0.05), and when normal, we performed the Student's t-test, and when non-normal, we performed the Mann-Whitney test. The results of the physicochemical tests showed success in the production of the new biomaterial. In the in vitro tests, it was observed that the BG45S5 group did not present cytotoxicity and showed promise with a statistically significant difference compared to the commercial hydroxyapatite group (p=0.0263). In the TP, ALP and mineralization nodule tests, the groups showed no statistical difference between them (p<0.05). However, the BG45S5 group showed promise compared to the other groups. In the histological analysis, both groups showed new bone formation in the defects after 2, 8, and 12 weeks. In the histomorphometric analysis, it was observed that the BG45S5 and HA groups presented a larger area of new bone formation at 12 weeks. There was a statistically significant difference between the groups at 2 weeks, with greater new formation for the BG45S5 group. Despite the promising results of the BG45S5 group, there was no statistically significant difference between the groups (p<0.05) at 8 and 12 weeks. In summary, the results evidenced the successful production of the synthetic biomaterial and the potential of the BG45S5 bioglass as a promising material for treating critical bone defect.(AU)

Use of F18 bioglass putty for induced membrane technique in segmental bone defect of the radius in rabbits

Purpose: To evaluate the inductive capacity of F18 bioglass putty on the induced membrane technique in a segmental bone defect of the rabbit's radius. Methods: Ten female Norfolk at 24 months of age were used. The animals were randomly separated based on postoperative time points: five rabbits at 21 and four at 42 days. A 1-cm segmental bone defect was created in both radii. The bone defects were filled with an F18 bioglass putty. Results: Immediate postoperative radiographic examination revealed the biomaterial occupying the segmental bone defect as a well-defined radiopaque structure with a density close to bone tissue. At 21 and 42 days after surgery, a reduction in radiopacity and volume of the biomaterial was observed, with particle dispersion in the bone defect region. Histologically, the induced membrane was verified in all animals, predominantly composed of fibrocollagenous tissue. In addition, chondroid and osteoid matrices undergoing regeneration, a densely vascularized tissue, and a foreign body type reaction composed of macrophages and multinucleated giant cells were seen. Conclusions: the F18 bioglass putty caused a foreign body-type inflammatory response with the development of an induced membrane without expansion capacity to perform the second stage of the Masquelet technique.

Tratamento de perfuração iatrogênica de furca com técnica de inserção modificada do mta: relato de caso / Iatrogenic furca perforation treatment with modified mta insertion technique: case report

As perfurações endodônticas podem ocorrer patologicamente por lesão cariosa profunda, bem como durante o acesso ou na instrumentação dos canais radiculares, que em sua grande maioria estão relacionadas com a negligência ou desconhecimento das variações anatômicas internas do dente. O presente trabalho descreve um caso clínico de perfuração de furca, onde o tratamento inicial foi baseado na descontaminação e selamento da comunicação com uma técnica de inserção modificada do MTA. Após a anestesia, foi realizado o isolamento absoluto e remoção de tecido infectado presente na câmara pulpar. Feita a limpeza da perfuração utilizando soro fisiológico e modelagem do canal com o instrumento reciprocante, a obturação foi concebida com cone de guta percha e cimento biocerâmico. Em seguida, o MTA foi manipulado, de acordo com recomendações do fabricante usando água destilada na proporção 1:1 e inserido na canaleta de uma régua endodôntica com a espátula de inserção nº1. O material foi removido da canaleta e inserido na perfuração, finalizando o vedamento da mesma. Portanto, concluiu-se que o selamento da perfuração apresentou um resultado satisfatório, tanto clínico como radiográfico, destacado pela proservação de 5 meses, evidenciando discreta formação de trabeculado ósseo na região de furca(AU)

Endodontic perforations can occur pathologically due to a deep carious lesion, as well as during access or instrumentation of root canals, which are mostly related to negligence or ignorance of the internal anatomical variations of the tooth. The present work describes a clinical case of furcation perforation, where the initial treatment was based on decontamination and sealing of the communication with a modified MTA insertion technique. After anesthesia, absolute isolation and removal of infected tissue present in the pulp chamber was performed. After cleaning the perforation using saline solution and modeling the canal with the reciprocating instrument, the filling was designed with a gutta-percha cone and bioceramic cement. Then, the MTA was manipulated, according to the manufacturer's recommendations, using distilled water in a 1:1 ratio and inserted into the groove of an endodontic ruler with the #1 insertion spatula. The material was removed from the channel and inserted into the perforation, finishing its sealing. Therefore, it was concluded that the sealing of the perforation presented a satisfactory result, both clinical and radiographic, highlighted by the 5-month followup, evidencing a slight formation of bone trabeculate in the furcation region(AU)

Physico-Chemical comparison of four commercially available mineral trioxide aggregates / Comparación fisicoquímica de cuatro mineral trióxido agregados disponibles comercialmente

Abstract To compare the physicochemical composition of 4 MTAs commercially available in Latin America. ProRoot MTA (Dentsply, USA), MTA Angelus (Angelus, Brazil), MTA Flow (Ultradent, USA), and MTA Viarden (Viarden, Mexico) were physically and chemically compared. Scanning electron microscopy (SEM) images were obtained from the MTA powder and the prepared presentations. Energy Dispersive X-Ray Spectroscopy (EDS) analyses were performed by triplicate, to calculate the mass proportion of calcium (Ca), silicon (Si), the Ca/Si proportion among the 4 brands. Thermogravimetric analyses (TGA) were conducted (50ºC-1000ºC), and mass loss and inflection points were calculated for each material. Statistical differences for Ca and Si content were determined by ANOVA (p<0.05). SEM images showed evident differences in the appearance of both the powder and the prepared MTAs among brands. Angelus MTA showed cubic prisms not observed in the other 3 brands. ProRoot MTA and MTA Flow showed similar homogeneous structures. MTA Viarden was the less homogeneous, with random structures (>15um). When comparing the mass proportions of Ca and Si between the 4 powder samples, MTA Viarden showed a significantly lower proportions of both elements when compared with the other brands (p<0.005). TGA análisis showed a similar behavior for ProRoot MTA, MTA Angelus and MTA Flow, with less than 2% mass loss when the 1000C temperature was reached. MTA Viarden showed a mass loss of 9,94% before the 700C, indicating the presence of different content sensible to temperature degradation. The analyzed MTAs demonstrated to vary significantly in their chemical composition and physical characteristics. Clinicians must be aware of the differences between different brands of a same material, and future research should focus on the clinical implications of these differences.

Resumen Comparar la composición fisicoquímica de 4 MTA disponibles comercialmente en América Latina. Se compararon física y químicamente ProRoot MTA (Dentsply, EE. UU.), MTA Angelus (Angelus, Brasil), MTA Flow (Ultradent, EE. UU.) y MTA Viarden (Viarden, México). Se obtuvieron imágenes de microscopía electrónica de barrido (SEM) del polvo de MTA y de las presentaciones preparadas. Los análisis de espectroscopía de dispersión de energía de rayos X (EDS) se realizaron por triplicado para calcular la proporción de masa de calcio (Ca), silicio (Si), la proporción Ca/Si entre las 4 marcas. Se realizaron análisis termogravimétricos (TGA) (50ºC-1000ºC), y se calcularon las pérdidas de masa y los puntos de inflexión para cada material. Las diferencias estadísticas para el contenido de Ca y Si se determinaron mediante ANOVA (p<0,05). Los análisis SEM mostraron diferencias evidentes en la apariencia tanto del polvo como las preparaciones de los MTA, entre las diferentes marcas. MTA Angelus mostró prismas cúbicos no observados en las otras 3 marcas. ProRoot MTA y MTA Flow mostraron estructuras homogéneas similares. MTA Viarden fue el menos homogéneo, con estructuras aleatorias (>15um). Al comparar las proporciones de masa de Ca y Si entre las 4 muestras de polvo, MTA Viarden mostró proporciones significativamente más bajas de ambos elementos en comparación con las otras marcas (p<0,005). El análisis TGA mostró un comportamiento similar para ProRoot MTA, MTA Angelus y MTA Flow, con menos del 2 % de pérdida de masa al alcanzar los 1000 °C de temperatura. El MTA Viarden mostró una pérdida de masa de 9,94% antes de los 700 °C, indicando la presencia de diferentes contenidos sensibles a la degradación por temperatura. Los MTA analizados demostraron diferencias significativas en su composición química y características físicas. Los clínicos deben ser conscientes de las diferencias entre las diferentes marcas de un mismo material, y futuras investigaciones deben enfocarse en las implicaciones clínicas de estas diferencias.

Comparación Placas de Titanio vs. Placas Reabsorbibles en Fracturas de Orbita: Revisión de literatura / Comparison of Titanium Plates vs. Resorbable Plates in Orbital Fractures: Literature Review

RESUMEN Introducción: Los tratamientos para fracturas de órbita se basan en la corrección del defecto de las lesiones orbitarias de tipo blow in y blow out (o de estallido), mediante diversas placas y mallas biocompatibles con el organismo, dándose una cicatrización de primera generación evitando un callo óseo y una fijación más rígida. Para el diagnóstico de este tipo de lesiones tenemos inflamación periorbitaria, enoftalmos, diplopía, equimosis, hemorragia subconjuntival. Existen diversos materiales reconstructivos siendo estos compuestos por distintas materias primas, como son los aloplásticos y autógenos; donde encontramos varios tipos como placas de titanio y las placas reabsorbibles siendo estas las más comunes y usadas actualmente, por su bajo estímulo a reabsorciones óseas y evitando efectos secundarios a largo plazo. Estas placas presentan diversos grados de ductilidad y resistencia. Se informó sobre varias complicaciones según el tipo de placas como es la cicatrización, las cirugías postquirúrgicas en caso de placas de titanio, etc. El objetivo de esta revisión es la evaluación de la eficacia las placas reabsorbibles versus placas de titanio en fracturas de órbita. Materiales y métodos: La investigación es de carácter documental, descriptivo y no experimental. En el cual se emplea una metodología de identificación e inclusión de artículos científicos tipo prisma. Resultados y conclusiones: Se verificaron las ventajas y desventajas tanto de las placas reabsorbibles como las de titanio siendo estas similares en la biocompatibilidad con el organismo humano, así como también varias diferencias como el soporte, fuerzas, resistencia de estas, concluyendo que es debatible el material ideal para tratar fracturas de órbita. Se seleccionaron artículos tomando en cuenta el título y objetivos; considerando estudios comparativos, revisiones sistemáticas, revisiones de literatura, los cuales comprendían criterios con respecto a fracturas de órbita y tratamientos quirúrgicos. La búsqueda arrojó 55 artículos en PubMed, 65 en Google, 4 en Scielo y 29 en Science direct, de los cuales se excluyeron libros, monografías, estudios experimentales, dando como resultado 21 artículos para el desarrollo de esta revisión bibliográfica. Y que fueron leídos y analizados en su totalidad, estudiando los objetivos, metodología y conclusión de cada uno de ellos para la posterior comparación.

ABSTRACT Introduction: Treatments for orbit fractures are based on the correction of the defect of blow in and blow out orbital injuries, by means of various plates and meshes biocompatible with the organism, giving a first-generation healing avoiding a bony callus and a more rigid fixation. For the diagnosis of this type of lesions we have periorbital inflammation, enophthalmos, diplopia, ecchymosis, subconjunctival hemorrhage. There are several reconstructive materials being these composed of different raw materials, such as alloplastic and autogenous, where we find several types such as titanium plates and resorbable plates being these the most common and currently used, for its low stimulus to bone resorption and avoiding long-term side effects. These plates have different degrees of ductility and resistance. Several complications have been reported depending on the type of plates, such as scarring, post-surgical surgeries in the case of titanium plates, etc. The objective of this review is to evaluate the efficacy of resorbable versus titanium plates in orbital fractures. Materials and methods: This research are a documentary, descriptive and non-experimental nature. A prism-type methodology of identification and inclusion of scientific articles was used. Results and conclusions: The advantages and disadvantages of both resorbable and titanium plates were verified, being these similar in biocompatibility with the human organism, as well as several differences such as support, forces, resistance of the same, concluding that it is debatable. The ideal material to treat orbital fractures. Articles were selected considering the title and objectives; considering comparative studies, systematic reviews, literature reviews, which included criteria regarding orbital fractures and surgical treatments. The search yielded 55 articles in PubMed, 65 in Google, 4 in Scielo and 29 in Science direct, from which books, monographs, experimental studies were excluded, resulting in 21 articles for the development of this bibliographic review. The 21 articles were read and analyzed in their entirety, studying the objectives, methodology and conclusion of each one of them for subsequent comparison.

Correção secundária de Fratura Blow-Out: relato de caso / Secondary correction of Blow-Out Fracture: case report / Corrección secundaria de Fractura Blow-Out: reporte de caso

Objetivo: Discutir o tratamento cirúrgico secundário de uma fratura de órbita tipo Blow-Out, explorando os desafios e limitações relacionados a este padrão de fratura. Relato de Caso: Paciente sexo masculino, 50 anos, ASA I relatando histórico de agressão física e quatro cirurgias prévias em região orbitária direita. Clinicamente foram observados sinais como enoftalmo, hipoftalmo, encurtamento da pálpebra inferior, dificuldade de oclusão palpebral, entrópio, hiperemia em conjuntiva, além de presença de secreção purulenta, todos em região orbitária à direita. Diante do exposto, uma nova intervenção cirúrgica foi proposta pela Cirurgia e Traumatologia Bucomaxilofacial, na tentativa corrigir alguns problemas listados, além de encaminhamento a outras especialidades. Encontra-se em acompanhamento de um ano, com boa evolução. Conclusão: O tratamento de fraturas orbitárias é um dos mais desafiadores, especialmente quando se trata sequelas. A definição pelo melhor momento para realização destes procedimentos não é um consenso, sendo necessário uma avaliação clínica criteriosa. Apesar da utilização dos enxertos autógenos ser amplamente recomendada, os materiais aloplásticos vem se tornando a primeira escolha para tratamento das correções secundárias pelas diversas vantagens oferecidas.

Aim: To discuss the secondary surgical treatment of a Blow-Out orbit fracture, exploring the challenges and limitations related to this fracture pattern. Case report: Male patient, 50 years old, ASA I reporting a history of physical aggression and four previous surgeries in the right orbital region. Clinically, enophthalmos, hypophthalmos, shortening of the lower eyelid, difficulty in eyelid occlusion, entropion, hyperemia in the conjunctiva were observed, in addition to the presence of purulent secretion, all in the right orbit. In view of the above, a new surgical intervention was proposed by Buccomaxillofacial Surgery and Traumatology, in an attempt to correct some listed problems, in addition to referral to other specialties. He is being followed up for one year, with good progress. Conclusion: The treatment of orbital fractures is one of the most challenging, especially when dealing with sequelae. The definition of the best time to perform these procedures is not a consensus, requiring a careful clinical evaluation. Although the use of autogenous grafts is widely recommended, alloplastic materials are becoming the first choice for treating secondary corrections due to the several advantages offered.

Objetivo: Discutir el tratamiento quirúrgico secundario de una fractura orbitaria Blow-Out, explorando los desafíos y las limitaciones relacionadas con este patrón de fractura. Caso Clínico: Paciente masculino, 50 años, ASA I, que refi ere antecedentes de agresión física y cuatro cirugías previas en región orbitaria derecha. Clínicamente se observaron signos como enoftalmos, hipoftalmos, acortamiento del párpado inferior, difi cultad en la oclusión palpebral, entropión, hiperemia en la conjuntiva, además de la presencia de secreción purulenta, todos en la región orbitaria derecha. Ante lo anterior, se propuso una nueva intervención quirúrgica desde Cirugía Oral y Maxilofacial y Traumatología, en un intento de corregir algunos de los problemas enumerados, además de la derivación a otras especialidades. Está en seguimiento desde hace un año, con buena evolución. Conclusión: El tratamiento de las fracturas de órbita es uno de los más desafi antes, especialmente cuando se trata de secuelas. La defi nición del mejor momento para realizar estos procedimientos no es un consenso, lo que requiere una evaluación clínica cuidadosa. A pesar de que se recomienda ampliamente el uso de injertos autógenos, los materiales aloplásticos se han convertido en la primera opción para el tratamiento de correcciones secundarias debido a las múltiples ventajas que ofrecen.

A tecnologia da Fibrina Rica em Plaquetas (PRF) pode ser aplicada em diversas áreas da Odontologia e Medicina? / Can Platelet Rich Fibrin (PRF) technology be applied in different areas of Dentistry and Medicine? / Se puede aplicar la tecnología de Fibrina Rica en Plaquetas (PRF) en diferentes áreas de la Odontología y la Medicina?

A Fibrina Rica em Plaquetas (PRF) é um material biológico feito do próprio sangue do paciente. É um material natural e não sintético. A PRF é rica em fatores de crescimento necessários para a cicatrização e o reparo tecidual. Também é rica em leucócitos, que são células do sistema imunológico que ajudam a proteger o paciente contra infecções. A PRF pode ser usada para acelerar o processo de cicatrização, redução da dor, do sangramento e melhora a estética do resultado final. Também pode ser usada para melhorar a eficácia de outros tratamentos médicos e odontológicos que vão desde Exodontia à aplicação na harmonização orofacial. Essa tecnologia pode ser usada na cirurgia oral e maxilofacial, implantodontia, periodontia, harmonização orofacial, cirurgia plástica, queimaduras, feridas crônicas, doenças degenerativas e doenças autoimunes. A PRF é uma tecnologia segura e eficaz que tem o potencial de melhorar a qualidade de vida de muitos pacientes.

Platelet Rich Fibrin (PRF) is a biological material made from the patient's own blood. It is a natural material and not synthetic. PRF is rich in growth factors necessary for tissue healing and repair. It is also rich in leukocytes, which are immune system cells that help protect the patient against infections. PRF can be used to accelerate the healing process, reduce pain and bleeding and improve the aesthetics of the final result. It can also be used to improve the effectiveness of other medical and dental treatments, ranging from extractions to orofacial harmonization. This technology can be used in oral and maxillofacial surgery, implant dentistry, periodontics, orofacial harmonization, plastic surgery, burns, chronic wounds, degenerative diseases and autoimmune diseases. PRF is a safe and effective technology that has the potential to improve the quality of life for many patients.

La fibrina rica en plaquetas (PRF) es un material biológico elaborado a partir de la propia sangre del paciente. Es un material natural y no sintético. PRF es rico en factores de crecimiento necesarios para la curación y reparación de tejidos. También es rico en leucocitos, que son células del sistema inmunológico que ayudan a proteger al paciente frente a infecciones. PRF se puede utilizar para acelerar el proceso de curación, reducir el dolor y el sangrado y mejorar la estética del resultado final. También se puede utilizar para mejorar la eficacia de otros tratamientos médicos y dentales, desde extracciones hasta armonización orofacial. Esta tecnología puede ser utilizada en cirugía oral y maxilofacial, implantología, periodoncia, armonización orofacial, cirugía plástica, quemaduras, heridas crónicas, enfermedades degenerativas y enfermedades autoinmunes. PRF es una tecnología segura y eficaz que tiene el potencial de mejorar la calidad de vida de muchos pacientes.

Estudio de biocompatibilidad de matrices poliméricas combinadas, responsivas al pH, con aplicación en Ingeniería de Tejido Óseo / Biocompatibility study of combined pH-responsive polymeric matrices with application in Bone Tissue Engineering

El presente trabajo muestra la obtención de un material a partir de un polímero sintético (TerP) y otro natural, mediante entrecruzamiento físico y su caracterización fisicoquímica y biológica, con el fin de emplearlos para regeneración de tejido óseo. Las membranas fueron obtenidas por la técnica de evaporación del solvente y caracterizadas por espectroscopia FTIR, ensayos de hinchamiento, medidas de ángulo de contacto y microscopia electrónica de barrido (SEM). Se encontró que la compatibilidad entre los polímeros que la constituyen es estable a pH fisiológico y que, al incorporar mayor cantidad del TerP a la matriz, esta se vuelve más hidrofóbica y porosa. Además, teniendo en cuenta la aplicación prevista para dichos materiales, se realizaron estudios de biocompatibilidad y citotoxicidad con células progenitoras de médula ósea (CPMO) y células RAW264.7, respectivamente. Se evaluó la proliferación celular, la producción y liberación de óxido nítrico (NO) al medio de cultivo durante 24 y 48 horas y la expresión de citoquinas proinflamatorias IL-1ß y TNF-α de las células crecidas sobre los biomateriales variando la cantidad del polímero sintético. Se encontró mayor proliferación celular y menor producción de NO sobre las matrices que contienen menos proporción del TerP, además de poseer una mejor biocompatibilidad. Los resultados de este estudio muestran que el terpolímero obtenido y su combinación con un polímero natural es una estrategia muy interesante para obtener un biomaterial con posibles aplicaciones en medicina regenerativa y que podría extenderse a otros sistemas estructuralmente relacionados. (AU)

In the present work, the preparation of a biomaterial from a synthetic terpolymer (TerP) and a natural polymer, physically crosslinked, is shown. In order to evaluate the new material for bone tissue regeneration, physicochemical and biological characterizations were performed. The membranes were obtained by solvent casting and characterized using FTIR spectroscopy, swelling tests, contact angle measurements, and scanning electron microscopy (SEM). It was found that the compatibility between the polymers is stable at physiological pH and the incorporation of a higher amount of TerP into the matrix increases hydrophobicity and porosity.Furthermore, considering the intended application of these materials, studies of biocompatibility and cytotoxicity were conducted with Bone Marrow Progenitor Cells (BMPCs) and RAW264.7 cells, respectively. Cell proliferation, NO production and release into the culture medium for 24 and 48 hours, and proinflammatory cytokine expression of IL-1ß and TNF-α from cells grown on the biomaterials while varying the amount of the synthetic polymer were evaluated. Greater cell proliferation and lower NO production were found on matrices containing a lower proportion of TerP, in addition to better biocompatibility. The results of this study demonstrate that the obtained terpolymer and its combination with a natural polymer is a highly interesting strategy for biomaterial preparation with potential applications in regenerative medicine. This approach could be extended to other structurally related systems. (AU)

Reconstrução óssea de defeito crítico com a utilização de tela de titânio: relato de caso / Bone reconstruction of a critical defect using titanium mesh: case report / Reconstrucción ósea de un defecto crítico con malla de titanio: reporte de caso

Introdução: O uso de membranas de barreira de exclusão de epitélio para regeneração óssea guiada tem sido apresentado na literatura como abordagem de tratamento bem sucedida, essas barreiras irão impedir a incorporação de células de tecidos moles no enxerto ósseo ou no es paço criado pelo defeito e permitir que apenas as células osteogênicas estejam presentes. Relato de caso: Trata-se de um caso clinico de um paciente que evoluiu com perda óssea significativa por lesão Endo-periodontal levando a perda dentaria, para a reabilitação com implantes se fez necessário uma reconstrução de um defeito crítico com a utilização de tela de titânio para arcabouço ósseo de mistura de enxerto autógeno e biomaterial e recobrimento com membrana de colágeno, o enxerto autógeno foi removido de área doadora na mandíbula e utilizado de forma particulada. Conclusão: As telas de titânio apresentam viabilidade e previsibilidade no aumento ósseo vertical, horizontal e tridimensional em decorrência da sua ampla aplicabilidade, elasticidade, plasticidade adequadas e boas propriedades mecânicas. Avanços na diminuição de suas taxas de exposição e risco de complicações no período de cicatrização melhoram a cada dia a previsibilidade da técnica, bem como a associação com outros materiais como os hemoderivados... (AU)

Introduction: The use of epithelial exclusion barrier membranes for guided bone regeneration has been presented in the literature as a successful treatment approach, these barriers will prevent the incorporation of soft tissue cells into the bone graft or the space created by the defect and allow that only osteogenic cells are present. Case report: This is a clinical case of a patient who evolved with significant bone loss due to an endo-periodontal lesion leading to tooth loss, for rehabilitation with implants it was necessary to reconstruct a critical defect using mesh titanium for bone framework of mixture of autogenous graft and biomaterial and covering with collagen membrane, the autogenous graft was removed from the donor area in the mandible and used in a particulate form. Conclusion: Titanium meshes are viable and predictable in vertical, horizontal and three-dimensional bone augmentation due to their wide applicability, adequate elasticity and plasticity, good mechanical properties. Advances in reducing their exposure rates and risk of complications during the healing period improve the predictability of the technique every day, as well as the association with other materials such as blood products... (AU)

Introducción: El uso de membranas de barrera de exclusión epitelial para la regeneración ósea guiada se ha presentado en la literatura como un enfoque de tratamiento exitoso, estas barreras evitarán la incorporación de células de tejido blando al injerto óseo o el espacio creado por el defecto y permitirán que solo presencia de células osteogénicas. Reporte de caso: Este es un caso clínico de un paciente que evolucionó con una pérdida ósea importante debido a una lesión endo-periodontal que lo llevó a la pérdida de un diente, para rehabilitación con implantes fue necesario reconstruir un defecto crítico utilizando malla de titanio para armazón óseo de mezcla de injerto autógeno y biomaterial y cubriendo con membrana de colágeno, el injerto autógeno se extrajo del área donante en la mandíbula y se usó en forma de partículas. Conclusión: Las mallas de titanio son viables y predecibles en el aumento óseo vertical, horizontal y tridimensional debido a su amplia aplicabilidad, adecuada elasticidad y plasticidad, buenas propiedades mecánicas. Los avances en la reducción de sus tasas de exposición y riesgo de complicaciones durante el periodo de cicatrización mejoran día a día la predictibilidad de la técnica, así como la asociación con otros materiales como los hemoderivados... (AU)

Agentes de abultamiento en incontinencia de orina de esfuerzo femenina: una alternativa a las mallas suburetrales / Bulking agents in female stress urinary incontinence: an alternative to suburethral mesh

OBJETIVO: Presentar una serie de casos de agentes de abultamiento (AA) de nuestro centro. MATERIAL Y MÉTODOS: Estudio retrospectivo. Se evaluaron todos los casos operados con AA entre 2017 y 2022. La inyección de AA se realizó en quirófano, bajo sedación con anestesia local periuretral o raquídea. La inyección se realizó con uretroscopia, 0,5 cc en 4 puntos periuretrales (horas 2, 5, 7 y 10). Se analizaron datos demográficos, quirúrgicos y de seguimiento. RESULTADOS: 15 casos. 13/15 presentaron incontinencia urinaria mixta. Solo dos casos tenían incontinencia de orina de esfuerzo pura. El procedimiento fue ambulatorio. La mediana del tiempo operatorio fue 15 minutos (15-20). La mediana de seguimiento fue 5 meses (1-9). El índice de severidad preoperatorio promedio fue 10,6 y en el seguimiento fue 2,79. La Escala de Mejoría Global mostró mejoría en 12/15, y 12/15 estaban satisfechas con la cirugía con mejoría en la calidad de vida. CONCLUSIÓN: Los AA son una opción quirúrgica efectiva, con una tasa de éxito del 80% en otros reportes, siendo similar con nuestra casuística. Ofrecer esta opción es posible a la hora de hablar de terapias alternativas.

OBJECTIVE: To present a case series of bulking agents (BA) from our center. MATERIAL AND METHODS: Retrospective study. All cases operated with BA between 2017 and 2022 were evaluated. A BA injection was performed in the operating room, under periurethral local anesthesia sedation or spinal anesthesia. The injection was performed with urethroscopy, 0.5 cc in 4 periurethral points (hours 2, 5, 7 and 10). Demographic, surgical, and follow-up data were analyzed. RESULTS: 15 cases were reported. 13/15 patients presented with mixed urinary incontinence. Only 2 cases had pure stress urinary incontinence. The procedure was ambulatory. Median operative time was 15 minutes (15-20). Median follow-up was 5 months (1-9). The average preoperative Sandvik Severity Index was 10.6 and in follow-up was 2.79. The PGI showed improvement in 12/15, and 12/15 were satisfied with the surgery with quality-of-life improvement. CONCLUSION: BA are an effective surgical option, with a success rate of 80%, according to other reports, being similar with our casuistry. Offer this option is possible at the moment of discussing alternative therapies.

Biomateriales y tecnologías de impresión 3D en entrenamiento quirúrgico en otorrinolaringología: una revisión / Biomaterials and technologies of 3D printing in surgical training on otorhinolaryngology: a revision

La tecnología de fabricación aditiva o impresión 3D se ha posicionado como una herramienta transversal y de uso creciente en el mundo productivo y científico que ha otorgado la posibilidad de diseñar y crear elementos y modelos de diversa complejidad. En el área biomédica ha presentado un aumento significativo de sus aplicaciones a través del tiempo, actualmente teniendo relevancia en ámbitos como el planeamiento quirúrgico, la creación de prótesis, modelos anatómicos para educación y entrenamiento quirúrgico. Actualmente existen diversas dificultades que limitan la formación quirúrgica, especialmente en ciertas áreas de la otorrinolaringología como la cirugía de oído. El objetivo de la presente revisión narrativa fue actualizar los usos de la tecnología de impresión 3D para la creación de modelos para entrenamiento quirúrgico en otorrinolaringología, destacando sus potenciales usos en otología, rinología, cirugía de base de cráneo y vía aérea.

Additive manufacturing technology or 3D printing has positioned itself as a cross-cutting tool of increasing use in the productive and scientific world that has given the possibility of designing and creating different elements and models of varying complexity. In the biomedical area, it has presented a significant increase in its applications over time, currently having relevance in areas such as surgical planning, the creation of prostheses, anatomical models for education and surgical training. Currently there are various difficulties that limit surgical training, especially in certain areas of otorhinolaryngology such as ear surgery. The objective of this narrative review was to update the uses of 3D printing technology for the creation of models for surgical training in otorhinolaryngology, highlighting its potential uses in otology, rhinology, skull base and airway surgery.

Macroporous latex biomembrane from Hancornia speciosa modulates the inflammatory process and has a debridement effect on wound healing in rats

Purpose: The angiogenic, osteogenic and anti-inflammatory activity of latex of Hancornia speciosa has been evidenced and indicates pharmacological potential with great applicability in the health area, especially in the wound healing process. The present work aimed to compare the effects of the H. speciosa macroporous latex biomembrane with saline on wound healing. Methods: Forty-three Wistar rats were submitted to excisional wound induction procedure and divided into groups according to treatment: saline (G1), and macroporous biomembrane (G2). The animals were euthanized at three, seven, 14, and 21 days after injury induction (DAI), and three animals were used for the debridement test. Morphometric, macroscopic, and microscopic analyses of general pathological processes were performed. Results: The macroporous biomembrane minimized necrosis and inflammation during the inflammatory and proliferative phases of the healing process, confirmed by the lower intensity of the crust and the debridement effect. In addition, the wounds treated with the macroporous biomembrane presented greater contraction rates in all the experimental periods analyzed. Conclusions: The macroporous biomembrane presents angiogenic, anti-inflammatory and debridement effects, contributing to the healing process, and can be considered a potentially promising new biomaterial to be used as a dressing.

Funcionalização de matriz colágena estável em volume utilizando Fibrina Rica em Plaquetas injetável (i-PRF) para o tratamento de Recessão Gengival unitária / Volume-stable collagen matrix (VCMX) biofunctionalized wit injectable platelet-rich fibrin (i-PRF) for the treatment of single gingival recession: randomized clinical trial

Substitutos de enxerto de tecido conjuntivo têm sido amplamente utilizados para superar as limitações dos enxertos autógenos no tratamento de defeitos dos tecidos moles periodontais e peri-implantares. No entanto, o desempenho clínico desses biomateriais ainda é inferior. A biofuncionalização de matrizes colágenas usando fibrina rica em plaquetas injetável (i-PRF) foi proposta como uma estratégia para aprimorar a bioatividade e, portanto, a eficácia clínica desses substitutos mucosos. Desta forma, o objetivo deste estudo foi avaliar a eficácia do uso da matriz colágena estável em volume (FG) biofuncionalizada com i-PRF no tratamento de recessões gengivais unitárias (RGs) do ponto de vista clínico, estético e de parâmetros centrados no paciente. Para tal, foram selecionados 66 pacientes portadores de RGs unitárias RT1, os quais foram alocados aleatoriamente em um dos seguintes grupos: grupo CAF (n=22), retalho posicionado coronariamente (CAF); grupo CAF+FG (n=22), CAF associado à FG; e grupo CAF+FG+i-PRF (n=22), CAF associado à FG biofuncionalizada com i-PRF. Após 6 meses, os três grupos apresentaram taxas de recobrimento radicular significativas [CAF: 69,1% (2,02 ± 1,06 mm); CAF+FG: 67,44% (1,7 ± 0,81 mm) e CAF+FG+i-PRF: 64,92% (1,64 ± 0,80 mm), sem diferença entre os grupos (p=0,33). Os grupos que receberam os biomateriais forneceram um maior ganho em espessura de tecido queratinizado (ETQ) (CAF: 0,12 ± 0,2 mm; CAF+FG: 0,43 ± 0,24 mm; CAF+FG+i-PRF: 0,48 ± 0,25 mm; p=0,000). Não foram observadas diferenças significativas em termos de altura de tecido queratinizado em nenhum dos grupos e tempos avaliados (p>0,05). Todos os grupos apresentaram redução significativa da hipersensibilidade dentinária e melhorias nas condições estéticas (p>0,05). Também não foram observadas diferenças em termos de dor e morbidade pósoperatórias (p>0,05). Dentro das limitações do presente estudo, conclui-se que as três abordagens forneceram resultados semelhantes e satisfatórios após 6 meses de acompanhamento. A adição da FG, biofuncionalizada ou não com i-PRF, proporcionou benefícios adicionais em termos de ganho de ETQ. (AU)

Soft tissue graft substitutes have been widely used to overcome the limitations of autogenous grafts in the treatment of periodontal and peri-implant soft tissue defects. However, the clinical performance of these biomaterials is still inferior. The biofunctionalization of collagen matrices using injectable platelet-rich fibrin (i-PRF) has been proposed as a strategy to enhance the bioactivity and, therefore, the clinical efficacy of these biomaterials. Thus, the aim of this study was to evaluate the effectiveness of using biofunctionalized volume-stable collagen matrix (VCMX) with i-PRF in the treatment of single gingival recessions (GRs) from clinical, esthetic, and patient-centered parameters. For this purpose, 66 patients with single RT GRs were selected and randomly allocated to one of the following groups: CAF group (n=22), coronally advanced flap (CAF); CAF+VCMX group (n=22), CAF combined with VCMX; and CAF+ VCMX +iPRF group (n=22), CAF combined with biofunctionalized VCMX with i-PRF. After 6 months, all three groups exhibited significant root coverage rates [CAF: 69.1% (2.02 ± 1.06 mm); CAF+FG: 67.44% (1.7 ± 0.81 mm); and CAF+FG+iPRF: 64.92% (1.64 ± 0.80 mm), with no difference between the groups (p=0.33). The groups that received the biomaterials showed a greater gain in keratinized tissue thickness (KTT) (CAF: 0.12 ± 0.2 mm; CAF+FG: 0.43 ± 0.24 mm; CAF+FG+i-PRF: 0.48 ± 0.25 mm; p=0.000). No significant differences were observed in terms of keratinized tissue height in any of the groups and assessed time points (p>0.05). All groups showed a significant reduction in dentin hypersensitivity and improvements in esthetic conditions (p>0.05). No differences were also observed in terms of post-operative pain and morbidity (p>0.05). Within the limitations of this study, it is concluded that all three approaches provided similar and satisfactory results after 6 months of follow-up. The addition of VCMX, whether biofunctionalized or not with i-PRF, provided additional benefits in terms of keratinized tissue thickness gain. (AU)

The peri-implant ligament: a scoping review

The peri-implant ligament is formed from the interface of bone tissue, through the anchoring of proteins and the surface of the dental implant. In this sense, it is relevant to understand the extent to which this ligament is structured and biomimics the periodontal ligament functions. Aim: The goal of this scoping review is to present and analyze the peri-implant ligament composition and compare the extent to which this ligament is structured and biomimics the periodontal ligament functions. Methods: This scoping review was performed according to the Joanna Briggs Institute methodology for scoping reviews and following the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-analyses extension for scoping review. Two independent researchers searched Pubmed, Cochrane, Embase, Virtual Health Library, Scielo, Scopus, Web of Science, Brazilian Bibliography of Dentistry, Latin American and Caribbean Literature in Health Sciences, Digital Library of Theses and Dissertations from the University of São Paulo and Portal Capes. Studies published in English, Portuguese and Spanish, over the last 21 years (2000-2021). Results: A total of 330 titles were identified and after applying inclusion and exclusion factors, 27 studies were included in this review. All proteins were identified regarding their tissue function and classified into 6 major protein groups. After that this new protein ligament was compared with the periodontal ligament regarding its function and composition. The main proteins associated with osseointegration, and thus, with the peri-implant ligament are recognized as belonging to the periodontal ligament. Conclusion: This scoping review results suggest evidence of the composition and function of the periimplant ligament. However, variations may still exist due to the existence of several modulants of the osseointegration process

Spatiotemporal cellular dynamics and molecular regulation of tooth root ontogeny / 国际口腔科学杂志·英文版

Tooth root development involves intricate spatiotemporal cellular dynamics and molecular regulation. The initiation of Hertwig's epithelial root sheath (HERS) induces odontoblast differentiation and the subsequent radicular dentin deposition. Precisely controlled signaling pathways modulate the behaviors of HERS and the fates of dental mesenchymal stem cells (DMSCs). Disruptions in these pathways lead to defects in root development, such as shortened roots and furcation abnormalities. Advances in dental stem cells, biomaterials, and bioprinting show immense promise for bioengineered tooth root regeneration. However, replicating the developmental intricacies of odontogenesis has not been resolved in clinical treatment and remains a major challenge in this field. Ongoing research focusing on the mechanisms of root development, advanced biomaterials, and manufacturing techniques will enable next-generation biological root regeneration that restores the physiological structure and function of the tooth root. This review summarizes recent discoveries in the underlying mechanisms governing root ontogeny and discusses some recent key findings in developing of new biologically based dental therapies.

Role of dendritic cells in MYD88-mediated immune recognition and osteoinduction initiated by the implantation of biomaterials / 国际口腔科学杂志·英文版

Bone substitute material implantation has become an important treatment strategy for the repair of oral and maxillofacial bone defects. Recent studies have shown that appropriate inflammatory and immune cells are essential factors in the process of osteoinduction of bone substitute materials. Previous studies have mainly focused on innate immune cells such as macrophages. In our previous work, we found that T lymphocytes, as adaptive immune cells, are also essential in the osteoinduction procedure. As the most important antigen-presenting cell, whether dendritic cells (DCs) can recognize non-antigen biomaterials and participate in osteoinduction was still unclear. In this study, we found that surgical trauma associated with materials implantation induces necrocytosis, and this causes the release of high mobility group protein-1 (HMGB1), which is adsorbed on the surface of bone substitute materials. Subsequently, HMGB1-adsorbed materials were recognized by the TLR4-MYD88-NFκB signal axis of dendritic cells, and the inflammatory response was activated. Finally, activated DCs release regeneration-related chemokines, recruit mesenchymal stem cells, and initiate the osteoinduction process. This study sheds light on the immune-regeneration process after bone substitute materials implantation, points out a potential direction for the development of bone substitute materials, and provides guidance for the development of clinical surgical methods.

Application of silk fibroin coatings for biomaterial surface modification: a silk road for biomedicine / 浙江大学学报（英文版）（B辑：生物医学和生物技术）

Silk fibroin (SF) as a natural biopolymer has become a popular material for biomedical applications due to its minimal immunogenicity, tunable biodegradability, and high biocompatibility. Nowadays, various techniques have been developed for the applications of SF in bioengineering. Most of the literature reviews focus on the SF-based biomaterials and their different forms of applications such as films, hydrogels, and scaffolds. SF is also valuable as a coating on other substrate materials for biomedicine; however, there are few reviews related to SF-coated biomaterials. Thus, in this review, we focused on the surface modification of biomaterials using SF coatings, demonstrated their various preparation methods on substrate materials, and introduced the latest procedures. The diverse applications of SF coatings for biomedicine are discussed, including bone, ligament, skin, mucosa, and nerve regeneration, and dental implant surface modification. SF coating is conducive to inducing cell adhesion and migration, promoting hydroxyapatite (HA) deposition and matrix mineralization, and inhibiting the Notch signaling pathway, making it a promising strategy for bone regeneration. In addition, SF-coated composite scaffolds can be considered prospective candidates for ligament regeneration after injury. SF coating has been proven to enhance the mechanical properties of the substrate material, and render integral stability to the dressing material during the regeneration of skin and mucosa. Moreover, SF coating is a potential strategy to accelerate nerve regeneration due to its dielectric properties, mechanical flexibility, and angiogenesis promotion effect. In addition, SF coating is an effective and popular means for dental implant surface modification to promote osteogenesis around implants made of different materials. Thus, this review can be of great benefit for further improvements in SF-coated biomaterials, and will undoubtedly contribute to clinical transformation in the future.

Research updates of osteoimmunomodulation in osteogenesis / 细胞与分子免疫学杂志

The gold-standard for bone substitution of large bone defects continues to be autogenous bone graft. Artificial bone substitutes are difficult to replace the autogenous bone grafting due to excessive immune response, fast biodegradation characteristics and inappropriate biocompatibility. Given these drawbacks, osteoimmunology and its advanced functional biomaterials have gained growing attention in recent years. Immune system plays an essential role during bone healing via regulating the shift from inflammatory to anti-inflammation phenotype, and inflammatory cytokines response. The inflammatory reaction mainly include infiltration of immune cells (such as macrophages, neutrophils, T cells, B cells, etc) and release of inflammatory factors (such as IL-1β, IL-6, TNF-α, etc.) at the bone defects, which subsequently affect the step-wised process of bone healing rejuvenation. Hence, advanced bone biomaterials with immunomodulatory properties is of great significance for the treatment of patients with recalcitrant bone defects, especially for delayed healing or non-union. The reciprocal mechanism of immuno-modulated bone healing, however, is not fully understood and more research is required in the future.

Research progress on medical devices of polyhydroxyalkanoate in orthopedics / 中国修复重建外科杂志

OBJECTIVE@#To review the research progress of natural biomaterial polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA) in orthopedics.@*METHODS@#The literature concerning PHA devices for bone defects, bone repair, and bone neoplasms, respectively, in recent years was extensively consulted. The three aspects of the advantages of PHA in bone repair, the preparation of PHA medical devices for bone repair and their application in orthopedics were discussed.@*RESULTS@#Due to excellent biodegradability, biocompatibility, and potential osteoinduction, PHA is a kind of good bone repair material. In addition to the traditional PHA medical implants, the use of electrostatic spinning and three-dimensional printing can be designed to various functional PHA medical devices, in order to meet the orthopedic clinical demands, including the bone regeneration, minimally invasive bone tissue repair by injection, antibacterial bone repair, auxiliary establishment of three-dimensional bone tumor model, directed osteogenic differentiation of stem cells, etc.@*CONCLUSION@#At present, PHA is a hotspot of biomaterials for translational medicine in orthopedics. Although they have not completely applied in the clinic, the advantages of repair in bone defects have been gradually reflected in tissue engineering, showing an application prospect in orthopedics.