A comparison of 2 kinds of hydroxyapatite/collagen composites as tissue engineering scaffold
10.3724/SP.J.1008.2008.00236
- Author:
Zhi-Yun GONG
1
Author Information
1. Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- Keywords:
Biocompatible materials;
Biodegradation;
Collagen;
Hydroxyapatites
- From:
Academic Journal of Second Military Medical University
2010;29(3):236-240
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
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Abstract:
Objective: To prepare 2 composites using different proportions of hydroxyapatite and collagen and to assess their structural and biological properties, so as to pave a way for preparing tissue engineering chest wall scaffold. Methods: Two kinds of hydroxyapatite/collagen composites were prepared according to the weight ratios of 1:1 and 1:2; collagen sponge served as control. Then the structures of the 2 composites and the collagen sponge were observed under SEM. In vivo study was conducted to assess the biocompatibility and biodegradation of the composites by gross inspection and histological examination. Results: The collagen sponge had a 3-D network structure with fluey collagen fibers and poor mechanical strength, and its structure was damaged within 2 weeks after implantation and was completely absorbed 4 weeks later. The hydroxyapatite and collagen were well mixed in the composite with a hydroxyapatite to collagen ratio of 1:2; the composite had homogeneous 3-D porous structure (size of the pore being 100-400 m) and showed good biocompatibility: maintained its porous structure 4 weeks after implantation and was absorbed within 8 weeks. In composite with hydroxyapatite to collagen ratio of 1:1, the hydroxyapatite particles were separated from collagen fiber and conglomerated into masses, and the composite resulted in severe tissue reaction after implantation. Conclusion: When mixed with a reasonable proportion of hydroxyapatite, the collagen sponge has improved structure, biodegradable performance, and biocompatibility; the composite may be a novel scaffold for tissue engineering chest wall reconstruction.
