Adhesive and self-healing materials for central nervous system repair

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TitleAdhesive and self-healing materials for central nervous system repair
Publication TypeReview Paper
Year of Publication2023
AuthorsCorreia C., Reis R. L., Pashkuleva I., and Alves N. M.
Abstract Text

The central nervous system (CNS) has a limited ability to regenerate after a traumatic injury or a disease due to the low capacity of the neurons to re-grow and the inhibitory environment formed in situ. Current therapies include the use of drugs and rehabilitation, which do not fully restore the CNS functions and only delay the pathology progression. Tissue engineering offers a simple and versatile solution for this problem through the use of bioconstructs that promote nerve tissue repair by bridging cavity spaces. In this approach, the choice of biomaterial is crucial. Herein, we present recent advances in the design and development of adhesive and self-healing materials that support CNS healing. The adhesive materials have the advantage of promoting recovery without the use of needles or sewing, while the self-healing materials have the capacity to restore the tissue integrity without the need for external intervention. These materials can be used alone or in combination with cells and/or bioactive agents to control the inflammation, formation of free radicals, and proteases activity. We discuss the advantages and drawbacks of different systems. The remaining challenges that can bring these materials to clinical reality are also briefly presented.

JournalBiomaterials Advances
Volume151
Pagination213439
Date Published2023-04-24
PublisherElsevier
ISSN2772-9508
DOI10.1016/j.bioadv.2023.213439
URLhttps://doi.org/10.1016/j.bioadv.2023.213439
Keywordsbiomimetic adhesives, neural tissue engineering, regenerative medicine, spinal cord injury, Tissue adhesives
RightsopenAccess
Peer reviewedyes
Statuspublished

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