Three-Dimensional Bioprinting for Intervertebral Disc Regeneration

The rising demand for organ transplants and the need for precise tissue models have positioned the in vitro biomanufacturing of tissues and organs as a pivotal area in regenerative treatment. Considerable development has been achieved in growing tissue-engineered intervertebral disc (IVD) scaffolds,...

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Main Authors: Md Amit Hasan Tanvir, Md Abdul Khaleque, Junhee Lee, Jong-Beom Park, Ga-Hyun Kim, Hwan-Hee Lee, Young-Yul Kim
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Published: MDPI AG 2025-03-01
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Ga-Hyun Kim
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description The rising demand for organ transplants and the need for precise tissue models have positioned the in vitro biomanufacturing of tissues and organs as a pivotal area in regenerative treatment. Considerable development has been achieved in growing tissue-engineered intervertebral disc (IVD) scaffolds, designed to meet stringent mechanical and biological compatibility criteria. Among the cutting-edge approaches, 3D bioprinting stands out due to its unparalleled capacity to organize biomaterials, bioactive molecules, and living cells with high precision. Despite these advancements, polymer-based scaffolds still encounter limitations in replicating the extracellular matrix (ECM)-like environment, which is fundamental for optimal cellular activities. To overcome these challenges, integrating polymers with hydrogels has been recommended as a promising solution. This combination enables the advancement of porous scaffolds that nurture cell adhesion, proliferation, as well as differentiation. Additionally, bioinks derived from the decellularized extracellular matrix (dECM) have exhibited potential in replicating biologically relevant microenvironments, enhancing cell viability, differentiation, and motility. Hydrogels, whether derived from natural sources involving collagen and alginate or synthesized chemically, are highly valued for their ECM-like properties and superior biocompatibility. This review will explore recent advancements in techniques and technologies for IVD regeneration. Emphasis will be placed on identifying research gaps and proposing strategies to bridge them, with the goal of accelerating the translation of IVDs into clinical applications.
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spelling doaj-art-96bb69373720410380a67e5cb2cd2a652025-08-20T01:48:56ZengMDPI AGJournal of Functional Biomaterials2079-49832025-03-0116310510.3390/jfb16030105Three-Dimensional Bioprinting for Intervertebral Disc RegenerationMd Amit Hasan Tanvir0Md Abdul Khaleque1Junhee Lee2Jong-Beom Park3Ga-Hyun Kim4Hwan-Hee Lee5Young-Yul Kim6Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Daejeon St. Mary’s Hospital, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul 34943, Republic of KoreaDepartment of Orthopedic Surgery, Daejeon St. Mary’s Hospital, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul 34943, Republic of KoreaDepartment of Bionic Machinery, KIMM Institute of AI Robot, Korea Institute of Machinery and Materials, Daejeon 34103, Republic of KoreaDepartment of Orthopedic Surgery, Uijeongbu Saint Mary’s Hospital, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul 11765, Republic of KoreaDepartment of Orthopedic Surgery, Daejeon St. Mary’s Hospital, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul 34943, Republic of KoreaDepartment of Orthopedic Surgery, Daejeon St. Mary’s Hospital, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul 34943, Republic of KoreaDepartment of Orthopedic Surgery, Daejeon St. Mary’s Hospital, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul 34943, Republic of KoreaThe rising demand for organ transplants and the need for precise tissue models have positioned the in vitro biomanufacturing of tissues and organs as a pivotal area in regenerative treatment. Considerable development has been achieved in growing tissue-engineered intervertebral disc (IVD) scaffolds, designed to meet stringent mechanical and biological compatibility criteria. Among the cutting-edge approaches, 3D bioprinting stands out due to its unparalleled capacity to organize biomaterials, bioactive molecules, and living cells with high precision. Despite these advancements, polymer-based scaffolds still encounter limitations in replicating the extracellular matrix (ECM)-like environment, which is fundamental for optimal cellular activities. To overcome these challenges, integrating polymers with hydrogels has been recommended as a promising solution. This combination enables the advancement of porous scaffolds that nurture cell adhesion, proliferation, as well as differentiation. Additionally, bioinks derived from the decellularized extracellular matrix (dECM) have exhibited potential in replicating biologically relevant microenvironments, enhancing cell viability, differentiation, and motility. Hydrogels, whether derived from natural sources involving collagen and alginate or synthesized chemically, are highly valued for their ECM-like properties and superior biocompatibility. This review will explore recent advancements in techniques and technologies for IVD regeneration. Emphasis will be placed on identifying research gaps and proposing strategies to bridge them, with the goal of accelerating the translation of IVDs into clinical applications.https://www.mdpi.com/2079-4983/16/3/1053D bioprintingbiomaterialsdECMIVD
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Journal of Functional Biomaterials
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biomaterials
dECM
IVD
title Three-Dimensional Bioprinting for Intervertebral Disc Regeneration
title_full Three-Dimensional Bioprinting for Intervertebral Disc Regeneration
title_fullStr Three-Dimensional Bioprinting for Intervertebral Disc Regeneration
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title_short Three-Dimensional Bioprinting for Intervertebral Disc Regeneration
title_sort three dimensional bioprinting for intervertebral disc regeneration
topic 3D bioprinting
biomaterials
dECM
IVD
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