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Area of Science:

  • Ophthalmology
  • Regenerative Medicine
  • Stem Cell Biology

Background:

  • Primary open-angle glaucoma (POAG) is a leading cause of irreversible blindness.
  • Trabecular meshwork (TM) dysfunction is a key factor in POAG pathophysiology, leading to elevated intraocular pressure (IOP).

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the pathophysiology of POAG concerning the TM.
  • To explore TM dysfunction and regeneration potential using stem cell therapies.

Main Methods:

  • Review of current scientific literature on TM pathophysiology and stem cell applications in glaucoma.
  • Analysis of studies investigating stem cell differentiation and TM regeneration in vitro and in vivo.

Main Results:

  • Various stem cells (trabecular meshwork, mesenchymal, adipose, induced pluripotent) can differentiate into TM cells.
  • In vivo TM regeneration by stem cells has demonstrated the potential to lower IOP and reduce retinal ganglion cell damage.

Conclusions:

  • Stem cell therapy offers a promising avenue for TM regeneration to treat glaucoma.
  • Future clinical applications require further investigation into stem cell homing and anterior chamber safety.