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This study introduces MEW-assembloids, combining Melt electrowriting (MEW) scaffolds with microtissues, to heal critical-sized bone defects. These novel constructs demonstrated significant new bone formation and defect bridging in preclinical models.

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  • Biomaterials Science
  • Tissue Engineering
  • Regenerative Medicine

Background:

  • Critical-sized bone defects lack spontaneous healing, necessitating advanced regenerative strategies.
  • Current treatments like autografts and synthetic implants have limitations including donor site morbidity and poor integration.
  • Novel approaches are needed to overcome challenges in bone defect repair and regeneration.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop and evaluate Melt electrowriting (MEW)-assembloids for enhanced bone healing.
  • To investigate the efficacy of MEW-assembloids in promoting endochondral ossification and mineralization.
  • To assess the potential of MEW-assembloids as an innovative solution for critical bone defect regeneration.

Main Methods:

  • Fabrication of bucket-shaped MEW scaffolds (OMesh and CMesh) for microtissue retention.
  • Development of elongated MEW (EMesh)-assembloids for in vivo evaluation.
  • Assessment of subcutaneous implants for endochondral ossification and mineralization.
  • Orthotopic implantation of EMesh-assembloids with tubular MEW stabilizers in a critical-sized mouse tibia defect model.

Main Results:

  • The OMesh design demonstrated effective shape retention after microtissue seeding.
  • EMesh-assembloids underwent endochondral ossification and mineralization in subcutaneous implants.
  • Orthotopic implantation showed substantial new bone formation and nearly full defect bridging within 8 weeks.
  • Tubular MEW scaffolds acted as effective stabilizers for the assembloids.

Conclusions:

  • MEW-assembloids represent a robust strategy for tissue engineering applications in bone regeneration.
  • These constructs enhance the structural and functional integration of implants for bone repair.
  • MEW-assembloids offer an innovative solution for regenerating critical bone defects, with potential clinical implications.