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Endothelial cell compatibility testing of three different Pellethanes

L Bordenave1, C Baquey, R Bareille

  • 1INSERM-U. 306, Université de Bordeaux II, France.

Journal of Biomedical Materials Research
|November 1, 1993
PubMed
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Researchers evaluated polyetherurethanes for endothelial cell (EC) seeding in vascular grafts. Pellethane 75 D showed potential as a support for in vitro endothelization, crucial for preventing thrombosis.

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Area of Science:

  • Biomaterials Science
  • Vascular Biology
  • Cell Biology

Background:

  • Small diameter vascular grafts require endothelial cell (EC) seeding to prevent thrombosis.
  • Polyetherurethanes (Pellethanes) are candidates for vascular graft materials.
  • In vitro assessment of EC cytocompatibility is vital before clinical application.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the in vitro cytocompatibility of three Pellethane types with human ECs.
  • To determine the suitability of Pellethanes for EC seeding in vascular graft development.
  • To identify the optimal Pellethane for supporting endothelialized vascular grafts.

Main Methods:

  • In vitro cytocompatibility testing using direct contact and material extracts.
  • Assessing EC attachment, proliferation, and morphology on Pellethane surfaces.

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  • Evaluating EC differentiation via von Willebrand Factor (vWF) antigen release and activity.
  • Utilizing scintigraphy and microautoradiography for EC monolayer analysis.

    • Main Results:

    • Pellethane 2363-55 D extract exhibited cytotoxicity, impacting EC growth and associated biomarkers (tPA, PAI1, vWF).
    • Direct contact revealed proliferation inhibition for 55 D and 75 D Pellethanes compared to controls.
    • A functional EC monolayer was successfully formed on Pellethane 75 D.
    • Pellethane 75 D supported EC differentiation, indicated by vWF antigen release and activity.

    Conclusions:

    • Pellethane 75 D demonstrates promising biocompatibility for in vitro endothelialization.
    • This material could serve as a suitable substrate for developing thrombosis-resistant vascular grafts.
    • Further research may validate Pellethane 75 D for clinical use in vascular reconstruction.