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Glial cell line-derived nerve growth factor (GDNF) and laminin blended chitosan nerve guides significantly improved sciatic nerve repair. This biomaterial enhanced functional recovery, reduced muscle atrophy, and restored sensation compared to controls.

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  • Biomaterials Science
  • Neuroscience
  • Regenerative Medicine

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  • Nerve guides are crucial for peripheral nerve repair, often enhanced by incorporating bioactive proteins.
  • Glial cell line-derived nerve growth factor (GDNF) and laminin are known to support neuronal survival and regeneration.

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  • To evaluate the efficacy of GDNF-laminin blended chitosan (GLC) nerve guides in promoting functional restoration of injured sciatic nerves.
  • To assess the impact of GLC guides on gait, muscle mass, and sensory recovery.

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  • Fabrication of GDNF-laminin blended chitosan (GLC) nerve guides.
  • Assessment of sciatic nerve regeneration using video gait analysis, gastrocnemius muscle weight measurements, and sensory testing in an animal model.

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    • GLC nerve guides demonstrated significantly improved functional recovery compared to unblended chitosan guides.
    • At 12 weeks, GLC guides showed functional values comparable to LC guides and autografts, particularly in the terminal stance phase angle.
    • GLC group exhibited reduced muscle atrophy and restored muscle strength, alongside significant recovery of sensation.

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    • The incorporation of GDNF and laminin into chitosan nerve guides substantially enhances functional and sensory recovery following sciatic nerve injury.
    • GLC nerve guides represent a promising biomaterial for nerve regeneration therapies.