Issabekova, A.; Kudaibergen, G.; Sekenova, A.; Dairov, A.; Sarsenova, M.; Mukhlis, S.; Temirzhan, A.; Baidarbekov, M.; Eskendirova, S.; Ogay, V. The Therapeutic Potential of Pericytes in Bone Tissue Regeneration. Biomedicines2024, 12, 21.
Issabekova, A.; Kudaibergen, G.; Sekenova, A.; Dairov, A.; Sarsenova, M.; Mukhlis, S.; Temirzhan, A.; Baidarbekov, M.; Eskendirova, S.; Ogay, V. The Therapeutic Potential of Pericytes in Bone Tissue Regeneration. Biomedicines 2024, 12, 21.
Issabekova, A.; Kudaibergen, G.; Sekenova, A.; Dairov, A.; Sarsenova, M.; Mukhlis, S.; Temirzhan, A.; Baidarbekov, M.; Eskendirova, S.; Ogay, V. The Therapeutic Potential of Pericytes in Bone Tissue Regeneration. Biomedicines2024, 12, 21.
Issabekova, A.; Kudaibergen, G.; Sekenova, A.; Dairov, A.; Sarsenova, M.; Mukhlis, S.; Temirzhan, A.; Baidarbekov, M.; Eskendirova, S.; Ogay, V. The Therapeutic Potential of Pericytes in Bone Tissue Regeneration. Biomedicines 2024, 12, 21.
Abstract
Pericytes, as perivascular cells, are present in all vascularized organs and tissues, and they actively interact with endothelial cells in capillaries and microvessels. Their involvement includes functions like blood pressure regulation, tissue regeneration, and scarring.
Studies have confirmed that pericytes play a crucial role in bone tissue regeneration through direct osteodifferentiation processes, paracrine actions, and vascularization. Recent pre-clinical and clinical experiments have shown that combining perivascular cells with osteogenic factors and tissue-engineered scaffolds can be therapeutically effective in restoring bone defects. This approach holds promise for addressing bone-related medical conditions.
In this review, we have emphasized the characteristics of pericytes and their involvement in angiogenesis and osteogenesis. Furthermore, we have explored recent advancements in the use of pericytes in preclinical and clinical investigations, indicating their potential as a therapeutic resource in clinical applications.
Keywords
pericyte; osteogenesis; bone defect; regeneration
Subject
Biology and Life Sciences, Biology and Biotechnology
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