骨髄炎治療のための注入可能なヒドロゲルは、再感染に対する保護のために代謝再プログラミングを誘導する
Haoyi Chen1, Li Wei1, Qiang Yu1
1Shanghai Key Laboratory for Prevention and Treatment of Bone and Joint Diseases, Department of Orthopaedics, Shanghai Institute of Traumatology and Orthopaedics, Ruijin Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Shanghai, China.
Abstract:
Osteomyelitis, especially multidrug-resistant cases, remains a formidable clinical challenge due to recurrent infections and antibiotic limitations. Here, we present an injectable GaCuVan&HACHO-BSA hydrogel that self-assembles in situ within the bone marrow cavity-the epicenter of trained immunity-to simultaneously eradicate pathogens, induce innate immune memory, and regenerate bone. The hydrogel captured bacteria, virulence factors, and inflammatory mediators through multivalent interactions with enhanced injectability, biocompatibility, and sustained antigen release, making it ideal for minimally invasive treatment of osteomyelitis-related bone defects. Mechanistically, adsorbed pathogen signatures activated pattern recognition receptors, triggering metabolic reprogramming (elevated succinate/ATP/lactate), HIF-1α stabilization, amplified glycolysis and inflammation (COX2/iNOS/CD86), and pro-inflammatory cytokines (IL-1β, IL-6, and TNF-α) production-collectively inducing trained immunity with cross-protection against homologous/heterologous reinfection. Furthermore, glycyrrhizic acid promoted bone tissue repair and modulated immune responses. By converging antimicrobial defense, innate immune memory, and tissue repair into a single platform, this work redefines osteomyelitis management and advances immunomodulatory biomaterials for clinical translation.
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