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Area of Science:

  • Biomaterials Science
  • Cardiovascular Research
  • Medical Device Engineering

Background:

  • Atrial fibrillation (AF) increases ischemic stroke risk, with most thrombi originating from the left atrial appendage (LAA).
  • Left atrial appendage occlusion is a key intervention, but device-related thrombosis (DRT) is a significant complication.
  • Effective endothelialization of occluder devices is critical to prevent DRT.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop a novel surface modification for LAA occluders to promote rapid endothelialization.
  • To investigate the impact of unique microgroove structures on cell migration and device integration.
  • To assess the efficacy of microgroove-modified occluders in preclinical models.

Main Methods:

  • Fabrication of occluder discs with continuous drop-shaped microgrooves mimicking endothelial cell structures.
  • In vitro assessment of cell polarization and migration guided by microgrooves.
  • In vivo evaluation of microgroove effects on wound healing in a rat model.
  • Preclinical testing of microgroove-modified occluder discs in a canine LAA occlusion model.

Main Results:

  • Drop-shaped microgrooves effectively polarized cell cytoskeleton and guided unidirectional cell migration.
  • Microgroove modification significantly accelerated wound healing in a rat model.
  • Occluder discs featuring drop-shaped microgrooves demonstrated enhanced endothelialization in a canine model.
  • The microgroove design improved cell migration efficiency compared to smooth surfaces.

Conclusions:

  • Continuous drop-shaped microgrooves represent a promising biomimetic surface strategy for medical devices.
  • This microgroove technology effectively promotes endothelialization, addressing a key challenge in LAA occlusion.
  • Integrating microgrooves into medical devices offers a viable approach to mitigate device-related thrombosis and improve clinical outcomes.