SDF-1 preconditioned HPC scaffolds mobilize cartilage-derived progenitors and stimulate meniscal fibrocartilage repair in human explant tissue culture.

Conclusion: C-PCs migrate in response to SDF-1. Exposure to SDF-1 does not significantly alter the unique mRNA profile of C-PCs that make them desirable for cartilaginous tissue repair applications. SDF-1 pretreated mesenchymal progenitors successfully disperse into injured tissues to help facilitate tissue reintegration. PMID: 31744353 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
Source: Connective Tissue Research - Category: Research Tags: Connect Tissue Res Source Type: research