Biomimetic multizonal scaffolds for the reconstruction of zonal articular cartilage in chondral and osteochondral defects

Xiaoqi Lin; Ye Zhang; Jiarong Li; Brian G. Oliver; Bin Wang; Haiyan Li; Ken-Tye Yong; Jiao Jiao Li

Bioactive Materials (Jan 2025)

Biomimetic multizonal scaffolds for the reconstruction of zonal articular cartilage in chondral and osteochondral defects

Xiaoqi Lin,
Ye Zhang,
Jiarong Li,
Brian G. Oliver,
Bin Wang,
Haiyan Li,
Ken-Tye Yong,
Jiao Jiao Li

Affiliations

Xiaoqi Lin: School of Biomedical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering and IT, University of Technology Sydney, NSW, 2007, Australia
Ye Zhang: School of Life Sciences, Faculty of Science, University of Technology Sydney, NSW, 2007, Australia
Jiarong Li: School of Biomedical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering and IT, University of Technology Sydney, NSW, 2007, Australia
Brian G. Oliver: School of Life Sciences, Faculty of Science, University of Technology Sydney, NSW, 2007, Australia; Woolcock Institute of Medical Research, Macquarie University, Macquarie Park, NSW, 2113, Australia
Bin Wang: Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou, 310006, China
Haiyan Li: Chemical and Environmental Engineering Department, School of Engineering, STEM College, RMIT University, Melbourne, VIC, 3000, Australia
Ken-Tye Yong: School of Biomedical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, The University of Sydney, Sydney, NSW, 2006, Australia
Jiao Jiao Li: School of Biomedical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering and IT, University of Technology Sydney, NSW, 2007, Australia; Woolcock Institute of Medical Research, Macquarie University, Macquarie Park, NSW, 2113, Australia; Corresponding author. School of Biomedical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering and IT, University of Technology Sydney, NSW, 2007, Australia.

Journal volume & issue: Vol. 43
pp. 510 – 549

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Chondral and osteochondral injuries are frequently encountered in clinical practice. However, articular cartilage has limited self-healing capacity due to its sophisticated zonal structure and avascular nature, introducing significant challenges to the restoration of chondral and osteochondral tissues after injury. Improperly repaired articular cartilage can lead to irreversible joint damage and increase the risk of osteoarthritis progression. Cartilage tissue engineering using stratified scaffolds with multizonal design to match the zonal structure of articular cartilage may help to meet the complex regeneration requirements of chondral and osteochondral tissues, and address the drawbacks experienced with single-phase scaffolds. Navigating the heterogeneity in matrix organisation and cellular composition across cartilage zones is a central consideration in multizonal scaffold design. With emphasis on recent advances in scaffold design and fabrication strategies, this review captures emerging approaches on biomimetic multizonal scaffolds for the reconstruction of zonal articular cartilage, including strategies on replicating native tissue structure through variations in fibre orientation, porous structure, and cell types. Exciting progress in this dynamic field has highlighted the tremendous potential of multizonal scaffolding strategies for regenerative medicine in the recreation of functional tissues.

Published in Bioactive Materials

ISSN: 2452-199X (Online)
Publisher: KeAi Communications Co., Ltd.
Country of publisher: China
LCC subjects: Technology: Electrical engineering. Electronics. Nuclear engineering: Materials of engineering and construction. Mechanics of materials; Science: Biology (General)
Website: https://www.keaipublishing.com/en/journals/bioactive-materials/

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