Antler Stem Cell-Derived Exosomes Promote Regenerative Wound Healing via Fibroblast-to-Myofibroblast Transition Inhibition

    November 2023 in “ Journal of Biological Engineering
    Guokun Zhang, Dongxu Wang, Jing Ren, Jiping Li, Qianqian Guo, Liyan Shi, Chunyi Li
    TLDR Antler stem cell exosomes improve wound healing and reduce scarring.
    The study investigates the potential of antler stem cell-derived exosomes (AnSC-exos) in promoting regenerative wound healing. In a rat model, AnSC-exos were applied to full-thickness wounds, resulting in accelerated healing and improved quality, including the regeneration of hair follicles and sebaceous glands, and a basket-weave-like collagen distribution. These effects were more potent than those from bone marrow mesenchymal stem cell-derived exosomes. AnSC-exos also inhibited the fibroblast-to-myofibroblast transition, a key factor in scarring. The findings suggest that AnSC-exos could offer a novel approach for regenerative wound healing in clinical settings.
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