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Journal of experimental orthopaedics2016; 3(1); 1; doi: 10.1186/s40634-015-0037-x

The benefits and limitations of animal models for translational research in cartilage repair.

Abstract: Much research is currently ongoing into new therapies for cartilage defect repair with new biomaterials frequently appearing which purport to have significant regenerative capacity. These biomaterials may be classified as medical devices, and as such must undergo rigorous testing before they are implanted in humans. A large part of this testing involves in vitro trials and biomechanical testing. However, in order to bridge the gap between the lab and the clinic, in vivo preclinical trials are required, and usually demanded by regulatory approval bodies. This review examines the in vivo models in current use for cartilage defect repair testing and the relevance of each in the context of generated results and applicability to bringing the device to clinical practice. Some of the preclinical models currently used include murine, leporine, ovine, caprine, porcine, canine, and equine models. Each of these has advantages and disadvantages in terms of animal husbandry, cartilage thickness, joint biomechanics and ethical and licencing issues. This review will examine the strengths and weaknesses of the various animal models currently in use in preclinical studies of cartilage repair.
Publication Date: 2016-01-06 PubMed ID: 26915001PubMed Central: PMC4703594DOI: 10.1186/s40634-015-0037-xGoogle Scholar: Lookup
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The research article is a review of different animal models used for testing new therapies for cartilage repair. The article discusses the pros and cons of each model before they are utilized in human trials.

Overview

The research paper provides a comprehensive review of rights and wrongs of using various animal models as candidates for in vivo preclinical trials in the field of cartilage repair. With the emergence of promising new biomaterials that claim significant power of regeneration, it’s imperative to assess these potential therapies in real-life conditions before they get approved for human use. These preclinical trials are further necessitated by the requisites laid by regulatory approval bodies.

Different Preclinical Models Discussed

  • Murine (Mice) Model: The most common animal model, but has limitations like the small size and thin cartilage.
  • Leporine (Rabbit) Model: Mainly used for initial testing, but has a very thin cartilage layer.
  • Ovine (Sheep) and Caprine (Goat) Models: Preferred due to similarity to human cartilage, but they have high maintenance costs.
  • Porcine (Pig) Model: Favoured for its cartilage thickness being similar to humans, but has ethical issues over killing animals.
  • Canine (Dog) Model: Has ethical issues and restrictions but provides valuable information regarding long-term effects.
  • Equine (Horse) Model: Very valuable for studying the mechanical environment, but limited due to cost and ethical challenges.

Strengths and Weaknesses

Each of these models carries certain strong and weak points. Their viability is gauged based on criteria like how easy or hard it is to maintain the species (animal husbandry), the thickness of cartilage, joint biomechanics, and ethical and licencing issues coming into play. For instance, whilst mice have the advantage of easy maintenance and lesser costs, their thin cartilage can be a downside for certain studies. On the other hand, models like pigs, dogs and horses, may offer more relevant results due to similarities in cartilage thickness and joint mechanics with humans, but they pose ethical dilemmas and may also have higher maintenance costs.

Relevance to Clinical Practice

Understanding the pros and cons of different in vivo models for cartilage repair is crucial to select the model that closely aligns with human physiology and provides maximal translation potential for clinical use. This scrutiny aids in extracting results with the most relevance and applicability, hence expediting the process of device approval for clinical practice. It ensures the device or therapy undergoes rigorous testing, bridging the gap between the lab and the clinic.

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APA
Moran CJ, Ramesh A, Brama PA, O'Byrne JM, O'Brien FJ, Levingstone TJ. (2016). The benefits and limitations of animal models for translational research in cartilage repair. J Exp Orthop, 3(1), 1. https://doi.org/10.1186/s40634-015-0037-x

Publication

ISSN: 2197-1153
NlmUniqueID: 101653750
Country: Germany
Language: English
Volume: 3
Issue: 1
Pages: 1
PII: 1

Researcher Affiliations

Moran, Conor J
  • Tissue Engineering Research Group, Department of Anatomy, Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland, 123 St. Stephen's Green, Dublin 2, Ireland.
  • Trinity Centre for Bioengineering, Trinity College Dublin, Dublin 2, Ireland.
  • Advanced Materials and Bioengineering Research (AMBER) Centre, RCSI & TCD, Dublin, Ireland.
Ramesh, Ashwanth
  • Tissue Engineering Research Group, Department of Anatomy, Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland, 123 St. Stephen's Green, Dublin 2, Ireland.
  • Trinity Centre for Bioengineering, Trinity College Dublin, Dublin 2, Ireland.
  • Advanced Materials and Bioengineering Research (AMBER) Centre, RCSI & TCD, Dublin, Ireland.
Brama, Pieter A J
  • Section of Veterinary Clinical Sciences, School of Veterinary Medicine, University College Dublin, Dublin, Ireland.
O'Byrne, John M
  • Tissue Engineering Research Group, Department of Anatomy, Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland, 123 St. Stephen's Green, Dublin 2, Ireland.
  • Cappagh National Orthopaedic Hospital, Finglas, Dublin 11, Ireland.
O'Brien, Fergal J
  • Tissue Engineering Research Group, Department of Anatomy, Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland, 123 St. Stephen's Green, Dublin 2, Ireland.
  • Trinity Centre for Bioengineering, Trinity College Dublin, Dublin 2, Ireland.
  • Advanced Materials and Bioengineering Research (AMBER) Centre, RCSI & TCD, Dublin, Ireland.
Levingstone, Tanya J
  • Tissue Engineering Research Group, Department of Anatomy, Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland, 123 St. Stephen's Green, Dublin 2, Ireland. tanyalevingstone@rcsi.ie.
  • Trinity Centre for Bioengineering, Trinity College Dublin, Dublin 2, Ireland. tanyalevingstone@rcsi.ie.
  • Advanced Materials and Bioengineering Research (AMBER) Centre, RCSI & TCD, Dublin, Ireland. tanyalevingstone@rcsi.ie.

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