@article{gagliardi_loeser_schnabel_2024, title={A NOVEL MATRIKINE STIMULATED EQUINE SYNOVIAL FIBROBLAST AND CHONDROCYTE COCULTURE MODEL OF OSTEOARTHRITIS: A PROPOSED ALTERNATIVE TO TRADITIONAL LPS AND IL-1B MODELS}, volume={32}, ISSN={["1522-9653"]}, DOI={10.1016/j.joca.2024.03.044}, number={6}, journal={OSTEOARTHRITIS AND CARTILAGE}, author={Gagliardi, Rachel and Loeser, Richard F. and Schnabel, Lauren}, year={2024}, month={Jun}, pages={780–781} }
 @article{davis_koch_watson_scull_brown_schnabel_fisher_2024, title={Controlled Stiffness of Direct-Write, Near-Field Electrospun Gelatin Fibers Generates Differences in Tenocyte Morphology and Gene Expression}, volume={146}, ISSN={0148-0731 1528-8951}, url={http://dx.doi.org/10.1115/1.4065163}, DOI={10.1115/1.4065163}, abstractNote={Abstract Tendinopathy is a leading cause of mobility issues. Currently, the cell–matrix interactions involved in the development of tendinopathy are not fully understood. In vitro tendon models provide a unique tool for addressing this knowledge gap as they permit fine control over biochemical, micromechanical, and structural aspects of the local environment to explore cell–matrix interactions. In this study, direct-write, near-field electrospinning of gelatin solution was implemented to fabricate micron-scale fibrous scaffolds that mimic native collagen fiber size and orientation. The stiffness of these fibrous scaffolds was found to be controllable between 1 MPa and 8 MPa using different crosslinking methods (EDC, DHT, DHT+EDC) or through altering the duration of crosslinking with EDC (1 h to 24 h). EDC crosslinking provided the greatest fiber stability, surviving up to 3 weeks in vitro. Differences in stiffness resulted in phenotypic changes for equine tenocytes with low stiffness fibers (∼1 MPa) promoting an elongated nuclear aspect ratio while those on high stiffness fibers (∼8 MPa) were rounded. High stiffness fibers resulted in the upregulation of matrix metalloproteinase (MMPs) and proteoglycans (possible indicators for tendinopathy) relative to low stiffness fibers. These results demonstrate the feasibility of direct-written gelatin scaffolds as tendon in vitro models and provide evidence that matrix mechanical properties may be crucial factors in cell–matrix interactions during tendinopathy formation.}, number={9}, journal={Journal of Biomechanical Engineering}, publisher={ASME International}, author={Davis, Zachary G. and Koch, Drew W. and Watson, Samantha L. and Scull, Grant M. and Brown, Ashley C. and Schnabel, Lauren V. and Fisher, Matthew B.}, year={2024}, month={Apr} }
 @article{pezzanite_barrachina_schnabel_2024, title={Editorial: Links between regenerative medicine and immunotherapy: how cellular therapies modulate immune responses for improved outcomes}, volume={11}, ISSN={["2297-1769"]}, DOI={10.3389/fvets.2024.1462218}, abstractNote={Editorial: Links between regenerative medicine and immunotherapy: how cellular therapies modulate immune responses for improved outcomes}, journal={FRONTIERS IN VETERINARY SCIENCE}, author={Pezzanite, Lynn and Barrachina, Laura and Schnabel, Lauren}, year={2024}, month={Jul} }
 @article{scull_aligwekwe_rey_koch_nellenbach_sheridan_pandit_sollinger_pierce_flick_et al._2024, title={Fighting fibrin with fibrin: Vancomycin delivery into coagulase-mediated <i>Staphylococcus aureus</i> biofilms via fibrin-based nanoparticle binding}, volume={6}, ISSN={["1552-4965"]}, DOI={10.1002/jbm.a.37760}, abstractNote={Abstract Staphylococcus aureus skin and soft tissue infection is a common ailment placing a large burden upon global healthcare infrastructure. These bacteria are growing increasingly recalcitrant to frontline antimicrobial therapeutics like vancomycin due to the prevalence of variant populations such as methicillin‐resistant and vancomycin‐resistant strains, and there is currently a dearth of novel antibiotics in production. Additionally, S. aureus has the capacity to hijack the host clotting machinery to generate fibrin‐based biofilms that confer protection from host antimicrobial mechanisms and antibiotic‐based therapies, enabling immune system evasion and significantly reducing antimicrobial efficacy. Emphasis is being placed on improving the effectiveness of therapeutics that are already commercially available through various means. Fibrin‐based nanoparticles (FBNs) were developed and found to interact with S. aureus through the clumping factor A (ClfA) fibrinogen receptor and directly integrate into the biofilm matrix. FBNs loaded with antimicrobials such as vancomycin enabled a targeted and sustained release of antibiotic that increased drug contact time and reduced the therapeutic dose required for eradicating the bacteria, both in vitro and in vivo. Collectively, these findings suggest that FBN‐antibiotic delivery may be a novel and potent therapeutic tool for the treatment of S. aureus biofilm infections.}, journal={JOURNAL OF BIOMEDICAL MATERIALS RESEARCH PART A}, author={Scull, Grant and Aligwekwe, Adrian and Rey, Ysabel and Koch, Drew and Nellenbach, Kimberly and Sheridan, Ana and Pandit, Sanika and Sollinger, Jennifer and Pierce, Joshua G. and Flick, Matthew J. and et al.}, year={2024}, month={Jun} }
 @article{koch_froneberger_berglund_connard_souther_v. schnabel_2024, title={IL-1β + TGF-β2 dual-licensed mesenchymal stem cells have reduced major histocompatibility class I expression and positively modulate tenocyte migration, metabolism, and gene expression}, volume={262}, ISSN={["1943-569X"]}, DOI={10.2460/javma.23.12.0708}, abstractNote={Abstract OBJECTIVE The study objectives were to 1) determine the mesenchymal stem cell (MSC) surface expression of major histocompatibility complex (MHC) class I and transcriptome-wide gene expression changes following IL-1β + TGF-β2 dual licensing and 2) evaluate if IL-1β + TGF-β2 dual-licensed MSCs had a greater ability to positively modulate tenocyte function compared to naive MSCs. SAMPLES Equine bone marrow–derived MSCs from 6 donors and equine superficial digital flexor tenocytes from 3 donors. METHODS Experiments were performed in vitro. Flow cytometry and bulk RNA sequencing were utilized to determine naive and dual-licensed MSC phenotype and transcriptome-wide changes in gene expression. Conditioned media were generated from MSCs and utilized in tenocyte cell culture assays as a method to determine the effect of MSC paracrine factors on tenocyte function. RESULTS Dual-licensed MSCs have a reduced expression of MHC class I and exhibit enrichment in functional pathways associated with the extracellular matrix, cell signaling, and tissue development. Additionally, dual-licensed MSC-conditioned media significantly improved in vitro tenocyte migration and metabolism to a greater degree than naive MSC-conditioned media. In tenocytes exposed to IL-1β, dual-licensed conditioned media also positively modulated tenocyte gene expression. CLINICAL RELEVANCE Our data indicate that conditioned media containing paracrine factors secreted from dual-licensed MSCs significantly modulates in vitro tenocyte function, which may confer benefits in vivo to healing tendons following injury. Additionally, due to reduced MHC class I expression in dual-licensed MSCs, this technique may also provide an avenue to provide an effective “off-the-shelf” allogenic source of MSCs.}, journal={JAVMA-JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN VETERINARY MEDICAL ASSOCIATION}, author={Koch, Drew W. and Froneberger, Anna and Berglund, Alix and Connard, Shannon and Souther, Alexis and V. Schnabel, Lauren}, year={2024}, month={Jun} }
 @article{valdes-pena_ratchford_nie_schnabel_pierce_2024, title={Pyrrolidine-2,3-diones: heterocyclic scaffolds that inhibit and eradicate <i>S. aureus</i> biofilms}, volume={9}, ISSN={["1364-548X"]}, url={https://doi.org/10.1039/D4CC02708F}, DOI={10.1039/d4cc02708f}, abstractNote={The absence of novel antibiotic classes, coupled with the rising threat of antibiotic persistence and resistance, is pushing the world perilously close to a new pre-antibiotic era. Over 35 000 people die every year in the US as a consequence of antimicrobial-resistant infections. Bacterial biofilms further complicate this scenario, as they are inherently more resistant to antibiotic treatments. Currently, there are no approved single agent or adjuvant small molecules for treating biofilm-complicated infections. Herein, we report the synthesis and microbiological evaluation of a novel library of 25+ monomeric and dimeric pyrrolidine-2,3-dione scaffolds. These compounds have displayed improved aqueous solubility, potent anti-biofilm properties, a low MBEC-to-MIC ratio, and synergism with FDA-approved antimicrobials against biofilm infections, constituting a promising technology as antimicrobial adjuvants.}, journal={CHEMICAL COMMUNICATIONS}, author={Valdes-Pena, M. Alejandro and Ratchford, Andrew and Nie, Minhua and Schnabel, Lauren V. and Pierce, Joshua G.}, year={2024}, month={Sep} }
 @article{moatti_connard_de britto_dunn_rastogi_rai_schnabel_ligler_hutson_fitzpatrick_et al._2024, title={Surgical procedure of intratympanic injection and inner ear pharmacokinetics simulation in domestic pigs}, volume={15}, ISSN={["1663-9812"]}, DOI={10.3389/fphar.2024.1348172}, abstractNote={Introduction: One major obstacle in validating drugs for the treatment or prevention of hearing loss is the limited data available on the distribution and concentration of drugs in the human inner ear. Although small animal models offer some insights into inner ear pharmacokinetics, their smaller organ size and different barrier (round window membrane) permeabilities compared to humans can complicate study interpretation. Therefore, developing a reliable large animal model for inner ear drug delivery is crucial. The inner and middle ear anatomy of domestic pigs closely resembles that of humans, making them promising candidates for studying inner ear pharmacokinetics. However, unlike humans, the anatomical orientation and tortuosity of the porcine external ear canal frustrates local drug delivery to the inner ear.Methods: In this study, we developed a surgical technique to access the tympanic membrane of pigs. To assess hearing pre- and post-surgery, auditory brainstem responses to click and pure tones were measured. Additionally, we performed 3D segmentation of the porcine inner ear images and used this data to simulate the diffusion of dexamethasone within the inner ear through fluid simulation software (FluidSim).Results: We have successfully delivered dexamethasone and dexamethasone sodium phosphate to the porcine inner ear via the intratympanic injection. The recorded auditory brainstem measurements revealed no adverse effects on hearing thresholds attributable to the surgery. We have also simulated the diffusion rates for dexamethasone and dexamethasone sodium phosphate into the porcine inner ear and confirmed the accuracy of the simulations using in-vivo data.Discussion: We have developed and characterized a method for conducting pharmacokinetic studies of the inner ear using pigs. This animal model closely mirrors the size of the human cochlea and the thickness of its barriers. The diffusion time and drug concentrations we reported align closely with the limited data available from human studies. Therefore, we have demonstrated the potential of using pigs as a large animal model for studying inner ear pharmacokinetics.}, journal={FRONTIERS IN PHARMACOLOGY}, author={Moatti, Adele and Connard, Shannon and De Britto, Novietta and Dunn, William A. and Rastogi, Srishti and Rai, Mani and Schnabel, Lauren V. and Ligler, Frances S. and Hutson, Kendall A. and Fitzpatrick, Douglas C. and et al.}, year={2024}, month={Jan} }
 @article{hallowell_dembek_horne_knych_messenger_schnabel_2024, title={Systemic absorption of triamcinolone acetonide is increased from intrasynovial versus extrasynovial sites and induces hyperglycemia, hyperinsulinemia, and suppression of the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis}, volume={11}, ISSN={["2297-1769"]}, DOI={10.3389/fvets.2024.1388470}, abstractNote={Steroid-associated laminitis remains a major concern with use of corticosteroids in horses. Individual case factors such as joint pathology, pre-existing endocrinopathies, or corticosteroid type, dose, and timing influencing steroid-induced laminitis risk have not been investigated. This study aimed to determine if systemic absorption of triamcinolone acetonide (TA) varies between intrasynovial (antebrachiocarpal) and extrasynovial (sacroiliac) injection sites, and to determine the effects of TA absorption on glucose, insulin, cortisol, and adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH). Twenty adult horses were randomized into antebrachiocarpal or sacroiliac joint injection groups, and each horse received bilateral injections with a total dose of 18 mg triamcinolone. Blood was collected prior to injection and at 1, 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, 16, 20, 24, 36, 48, 60, and 72 h post-injection. Peak TA absorption occurred at 8 h in both groups, and was significantly higher in the intrasynovial group compared to the extrasynovial group (1.397 ng/mL, 0.672 ng/mL,}, journal={FRONTIERS IN VETERINARY SCIENCE}, author={Hallowell, Kimberly L. and Dembek, Katarzyna and Horne, Caitlyn R. and Knych, Heather K. and Messenger, Kristen M. and Schnabel, Lauren V.}, year={2024}, month={May} }
 @article{nellenbach_mihalko_nandi_koch_shetty_moretti_sollinger_moiseiwitsch_sheridan_pandit_et al._2024, title={Ultrasoft platelet-like particles stop bleeding in rodent and porcine models of trauma}, volume={16}, ISSN={["1946-6242"]}, DOI={10.1126/scitranslmed.adi4490}, abstractNote={Uncontrolled bleeding after trauma represents a substantial clinical problem. The current standard of care to treat bleeding after trauma is transfusion of blood products including platelets; however, donated platelets have a short shelf life, are in limited supply, and carry immunogenicity and contamination risks. Consequently, there is a critical need to develop hemostatic platelet alternatives. To this end, we developed synthetic platelet-like particles (PLPs), formulated by functionalizing highly deformable microgel particles composed of ultralow cross-linked poly ( N -isopropylacrylamide) with fibrin-binding ligands. The fibrin-binding ligand was designed to target to wound sites, and the cross-linking of fibrin polymers was designed to enhance clot formation. The ultralow cross-linking of the microgels allows the particles to undergo large shape changes that mimic platelet shape change after activation; when coupled to fibrin-binding ligands, this shape change facilitates clot retraction, which in turn can enhance clot stability and contribute to healing. Given these features, we hypothesized that synthetic PLPs could enhance clotting in trauma models and promote healing after clotting. We first assessed PLP activity in vitro and found that PLPs selectively bound fibrin and enhanced clot formation. In murine and porcine models of traumatic injury, PLPs reduced bleeding and facilitated healing of injured tissue in both prophylactic and immediate treatment settings. We determined through biodistribution experiments that PLPs were renally cleared, possibly enabled by ultrasoft particle properties. The performance of synthetic PLPs in the preclinical studies shown here supports future translational investigation of these hemostatic therapeutics in a trauma setting.}, number={742}, journal={SCIENCE TRANSLATIONAL MEDICINE}, author={Nellenbach, Kimberly and Mihalko, Emily and Nandi, Seema and Koch, Drew W. and Shetty, Jagathpala and Moretti, Leandro and Sollinger, Jennifer and Moiseiwitsch, Nina and Sheridan, Ana and Pandit, Sanika and et al.}, year={2024}, month={Apr} }
 @article{pezzanite_chow_dow_goodrich_gilbertie_schnabel_2023, title={Antimicrobial Properties of Equine Stromal Cells and Platelets and Future Directions}, volume={39}, ISSN={["1558-4224"]}, DOI={10.1016/j.cveq.2023.06.005}, abstractNote={Increasing antimicrobial resistance in veterinary practice has driven the investigation of novel therapeutic strategies including regenerative and biologic therapies to treat bacterial infection. Integration of biological approaches such as platelet lysate and mesenchymal stromal cell (MSC) therapy may represent adjunctive treatment strategies for bacterial infections that minimize systemic side effects and local tissue toxicity associated with traditional antibiotics and that are not subject to antibiotic resistance. In this review, we will discuss mechanisms by which biological therapies exert antimicrobial effects, as well as potential applications and challenges in clinical implementation in equine practice.}, number={3}, journal={VETERINARY CLINICS OF NORTH AMERICA-EQUINE PRACTICE}, author={Pezzanite, Lynn M. and Chow, Lyndah and Dow, Steven W. and Goodrich, Laurie R. and Gilbertie, Jessica M. and Schnabel, Lauren V}, year={2023}, month={Dec}, pages={565–578} }
 @article{schnabel_2023, title={Considerations for the Use of Biologic and Regenerative Therapies in Equine Practice}, volume={39}, ISSN={["1558-4224"]}, DOI={10.1016/j.cveq.2023.07.001}, number={3}, journal={VETERINARY CLINICS OF NORTH AMERICA-EQUINE PRACTICE}, author={Schnabel, Lauren V.}, year={2023}, month={Dec}, pages={XIII-XIV} }
 @article{smith_berglund_robertson_schnabel_mcmullen_gilger_oh_2023, title={Effect of gentamicin on <scp>CD3</scp>+ T‐lymphocyte proliferation for treatment of equine recurrent uveitis: An in vitro study}, volume={26}, ISSN={1463-5216 1463-5224}, url={http://dx.doi.org/10.1111/vop.13098}, DOI={10.1111/vop.13098}, abstractNote={AbstractObjectiveThe objective of the study was to determine the effect of gentamicin on CD3+ T‐lymphocyte proliferation and cell viability using an in vitro cell culture model as a means of investigating the mechanism of action of low‐dose intravitreal gentamicin injection.Animals StudiedThree adult horses with no evidence of ophthalmic or systemic disease.ProcedurePeripheral blood lymphocytes were treated with gentamicin at concentrations 37.5 μg/mL, 112.5 μg/mL, 187 μg/mL, 375 μg/mL, or 750 μg/mL then stimulated to proliferate with concanavalin A (ConA). 4′,6‐diamidino‐2‐phenylindole (DAPI) and carboxyfluoroscein succinimidyl ester (CSFE) were used as markers of cell viability and cell proliferation, respectively. Following 5‐day culture, live cell counts and CSFE fluorescent intensity data were collected via automated cell count and flow cytometry. The experimental design was duplicated using preservative‐free gentamicin and a proprietary brand formulation. Statistical analysis was performed using two‐way ANOVA with Tukey's multiple comparison test.ResultsNo statistically significant comparisons in CD3+ T‐lymphocyte live cell counts and geometric mean fluorescent intensity of CSFE were identified between gentamicin concentrations or formulations.ConclusionsGentamicin had no effect on equine peripheral blood CD3+ T‐lymphocyte cell viability and proliferation in concentrations ranging from “safe” to “retinotoxic” in relation to intravitreal injection volumes. Low‐dose intravitreal gentamicin may not suppress the Th1‐ and Th17‐mediated immune response.}, number={4}, journal={Veterinary Ophthalmology}, publisher={Wiley}, author={Smith, Hannah L. and Berglund, Alix K. and Robertson, James B. and Schnabel, Lauren V. and McMullen, Richard J., Jr and Gilger, Brian C. and Oh, Annie}, year={2023}, month={Apr}, pages={347–354} }
 @article{koch_schnabel_2023, title={Mesenchymal stem cell licensing: enhancing MSC function as a translational approach for the treatment of tendon injury}, volume={84}, ISSN={["1943-5681"]}, DOI={10.2460/ajvr.23.07.0154}, abstractNote={Abstract Tendon injuries are common in both veterinary and human clinical patients and result in morbidity, pain, and lost athletic performance. Consequently, utilizing naturally occurring injuries in veterinary patients as a comparative model could inform the development of novel therapies and increase translation for the treatment of human tendon injuries. Mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) have shown considerable efficacy for the treatment of experimental and clinical superficial digital flexor tendon injury in the horse; however, the reinjury rate following treatment can remain high and MSC efficacy in treating other tendons is less well known. Additionally, the translation of MSC therapy to human tendon injury has remained poor. Recent evidence indicates that naïve MSC function can be enhanced through exogenous stimulation or manipulation of their environment. This stimulation or activation, herein termed MSC licensing, markedly alters MSC functions associated with immunomodulation, extracellular matrix remodeling, vascular development, bioactive factor production, and endogenous stromal/progenitor cell support. Additionally, a variety of licensing strategies has proven to influence MSC-secreted factors that have positively influenced outcome parameters in both in vitro and in vivo disease models separate from musculoskeletal tissues. Therefore, identifying the optimal licensing strategy for MSCs could ultimately provide an avenue for reliable and repeatable treatment of a broad range of tendon injuries of both veterinary and human clinical patients. This article details current evidence on the effects of licensed MSCs in both in vitro and in vivo disease models of different species and provides commentary on how those effector functions identified may be translated to the treatment of tendon injuries.}, number={10}, journal={AMERICAN JOURNAL OF VETERINARY RESEARCH}, author={Koch, Drew W. and Schnabel, Lauren V}, year={2023}, month={Oct} }
 @article{ruff_tufts_robertson_horne_v. schnabel_jacobs_2024, title={No correlation found between palpation and ultrasound for evaluation of effusion in the medial femorotibial and femoropatellar joint compartments of horses}, volume={262}, ISSN={["1943-569X"]}, DOI={10.2460/javma.23.10.0582}, abstractNote={Abstract OBJECTIVE To compare palpation and ultrasound scores of effusion of the medial femorotibial and femoropatellar joints of horses. ANIMALS 40 horses (80 stifles) were evaluated over a 12-week period. METHODS Horses > 1 year of age without history of stifle disease were enrolled from September to December 2022. Palpation of right and left medial femorotibial and femoropatellar joint compartments was performed. Amount of effusion was scored by a board-certified large animal surgeon, a third-year large animal surgery resident, and an equine sports medicine intern. Effusion of right and left medial femorotibial and femoropatellar joints was quantified with ultrasound by a board-certified equine sports medicine and rehabilitation clinician. Amount of effusion on palpation and ultrasound was graded as none-mild (1), moderate (2), or severe (3). A 2-way intraclass correlation coefficient evaluated interrater reliability of palpation scores. The Spearman rank correlation determined association between palpation and ultrasound scores. RESULTS Interrater reliability for palpation of effusion was poor between all observers for all joint compartments. No significant correlation was identified between palpation and ultrasound scores for any joint compartment for any observer. CLINICAL RELEVANCE Clinicians often rely on palpation of joint effusion as an indication of stifle pathology. We found interrater reliability to be poor for palpation scores, indicating low agreement for palpation of joint effusion between clinicians within our group. No correlation was found between palpation and ultrasound scores for joint effusion, indicating that clinicians should not rely on palpation alone to quantify joint effusion of the medial femorotibial and femoropatellar joints.}, number={4}, journal={JAVMA-JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN VETERINARY MEDICAL ASSOCIATION}, author={Ruff, Jennifer H. and Tufts, Sara and Robertson, James and Horne, Caitlyn and V. Schnabel, Lauren and Jacobs, Carrie}, year={2024}, month={Apr}, pages={476–480} }
 @article{koch_schnabel_reynolds_berry_2023, title={Pneumatic compression therapy using the EQ Press accelerates lymphatic flow in healthy equine forelimbs as determined by lymphoscintigraphy}, volume={84}, ISSN={["1943-5681"]}, DOI={10.2460/ajvr.22.12.0214}, abstractNote={Abstract

OBJECTIVE
Limb lymphedema in horses can be debilitating and painful. Pneumatic compression therapy has shown significant benefits for people suffering from lymphedema. The objective of this study was to determine the effect of a novel, equine-specific pneumatic compression device on the lymphatic flow of healthy horse forelimbs as determined by Tc-99m sulfur colloid lymphoscintigraphy.


ANIMALS
6 healthy Thoroughbreds.


PROCEDURES
In a randomized crossover design, horses underwent bilateral forelimb lymphoscintigraphy following subcutaneous injection of Tc-99m sulfur colloid at the coronary band as untreated control or with pneumatic compression therapy using the EQ Press. Lateral, static images were obtained of the distal limb (time 0 to 60 minutes) and proximal limb (time 30 to 60 minutes) using a standard gamma camera. Lymphatic flow was determined by assigning a score to the time point at which Tc-99m sulfur colloid was first visualized at the level of the accessory carpal bone (1 to 7) in the distal limb and the cubital lymph node (1 to 4) in the proximal limb.


RESULTS
EQ Press treatment led to a significantly faster lymphatic flow of Tc-99m sulfur colloid to the predetermined anatomic locations of the accessory carpal bone (P = .002) in the distal limb and the cubital lymph node (P = .001) in the proximal limb.


CLINICAL RELEVANCE
Pneumatic compression therapy as provided by an equine-specific device encouraged lymphatic flow in healthy, nonedematous equine forelimbs. These data support further study of the EQ Press for pneumatic compression therapy in horses clinically affected by lymphedema and lymphatic drainage disorders.
}, number={4}, journal={AMERICAN JOURNAL OF VETERINARY RESEARCH}, author={Koch, Drew W. and Schnabel, Lauren V and Reynolds, Justin and Berry, Clifford R.}, year={2023}, month={Apr} }
 @article{v. schnabel_koch_2023, title={Use of mesenchymal stem cells for tendon healing in veterinary and human medicine: getting to the "core" of the problem through a one health approach}, volume={261}, ISSN={["1943-569X"]}, DOI={10.2460/javma.23.07.0388}, abstractNote={Abstract
The purpose of this manuscript, which is part of the Currents in One Health series, is to take a comparative approach to stem cell treatment for tendon injury and consider how the horse might inform treatment in other veterinary species and humans. There is increasing experimental and clinical evidence for the use of bone marrow–derived mesenchymal stem cells to treat tendon injuries in the horse. The same evidence does not currently exist for other species. This manuscript will review why the equine superficial digital flexor tendon core lesion might be considered optimal for stem cell delivery and stem cell interaction with the injury environment and will also introduce the concept of stem cell licensing for future evaluation. The companion Currents in One Health by Koch and Schnabel, AJVR, October 2023, addresses in detail what is known about stem cell licensing for the treatment of other diseases using rodent models and how this information can potentially be applied to tendon healing.}, number={10}, journal={JAVMA-JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN VETERINARY MEDICAL ASSOCIATION}, author={V. Schnabel, Lauren and Koch, Drew W.}, year={2023}, month={Oct}, pages={1435–1442} }
 @article{gilbertie_schaer_engiles_seiler_deddens_schubert_jacob_stefanovski_ruthel_hickok_et al._2022, title={A Platelet-Rich Plasma-Derived Biologic Clears Staphylococcus aureus Biofilms While Mitigating Cartilage Degeneration and Joint Inflammation in a Clinically Relevant Large Animal Infectious Arthritis Model}, volume={12}, ISSN={2235-2988}, url={http://dx.doi.org/10.3389/fcimb.2022.895022}, DOI={10.3389/fcimb.2022.895022}, abstractNote={The leading cause of treatment failure in Staphylococcus aureus infections is the development of biofilms. Biofilms are highly tolerant to conventional antibiotics which were developed against planktonic cells. Consequently, there is a lack of antibiofilm agents in the antibiotic development pipeline. To address this problem, we developed a platelet-rich plasma (PRP)-derived biologic, termed BIO-PLY (for the BIOactive fraction of Platelet-rich plasma LYsate) which has potent in vitro bactericidal activity against S. aureus synovial fluid free-floating biofilm aggregates. Additional in vitro studies using equine synoviocytes and chondrocytes showed that BIO-PLY protected these cells of the joint from inflammation. The goal of this study was to test BIO-PLY for in vivo efficacy using an equine model of infectious arthritis. We found that horses experimentally infected with S. aureus and subsequently treated with BIO-PLY combined with the antibiotic amikacin (AMK) had decreased bacterial concentrations within both synovial fluid and synovial tissue and exhibited lower systemic and local inflammatory scores compared to horses treated with AMK alone. Most importantly, AMK+BIO-PLY treatment reduced the loss of infection-associated cartilage proteoglycan content in articular cartilage and decreased synovial tissue fibrosis and inflammation. Our results demonstrate the in vivo efficacy of AMK+BIO-PLY and represents a new approach to restore and potentiate antimicrobial activity against synovial fluid biofilms.}, journal={Frontiers in Cellular and Infection Microbiology}, publisher={Frontiers Media SA}, author={Gilbertie, Jessica M. and Schaer, Thomas P. and Engiles, Julie B. and Seiler, Gabriela S. and Deddens, Bennett L. and Schubert, Alicia G. and Jacob, Megan E. and Stefanovski, Darko and Ruthel, Gordon and Hickok, Noreen J. and et al.}, year={2022}, month={May} }
 @article{mcparland_horne_robertson_schnabel_nelson_2022, title={Alterations to the synovial invaginations of the navicular bone are associated with pathology of both the navicular apparatus and distal interphalangeal joint when evaluated using high field MRI}, volume={8}, ISSN={["1740-8261"]}, DOI={10.1111/vru.13140}, abstractNote={AbstractLimited information exists regarding associations between distal interphalangeal joint (DIPJ) abnormalities and synovial invagination changes in the distal sesamoid (navicular) bone. This retrospective, analytical study aimed to measure specific characteristics of the synovial invaginations of the navicular bone to determine whether any single characteristic was associated with abnormalities in the DIPJ or navicular apparatus (NA) using high field MRI and a sample of 200 horses’ feet. The DIPJ and NA were graded independently by three scorers. The grades were averaged, creating a global pathology score for the DIPJ, NA, and synovial invaginations. Higher global scores represented more severe pathology. The number of invaginations, depth of penetration, invagination shape, and cross‐sectional area (CSA) of the largest invagination were recorded. Interobserver agreement was measured using Cohen's Kappa. Associations of global scores of the DIPJ and NA with individual invagination characteristics were assessed using linear mixed modeling. A significant relationship was found between the number of invaginations and global DIPJ score, with higher invagination numbers associated with higher DIPJ scores. For invagination depth and CSA, a significant relationship was noted with global scores of both the DIPJ and NA. Reliable relationships between the shape of synovial invaginations and global scores of DIPJ and NA were not found, likely due to poor interobserver scoring (0.305). These findings suggest that primary DIPJ disease and NA pathology should be considered when noticing alterations to navicular synovial invaginations on MRI. This contrasts traditional views that synovial invagination abnormalities are indicative solely of NA pathology.}, journal={VETERINARY RADIOLOGY & ULTRASOUND}, author={McParland, Thomas J. and Horne, Caitlyn R. and Robertson, James B. and Schnabel, Lauren V. and Nelson, Nathan C.}, year={2022}, month={Aug} }
 @article{koch_berglund_messenger_gilbertie_ellis_schnabel_2022, title={Interleukin-1 beta in tendon injury enhances reparative gene and protein expression in mesenchymal stem cells}, volume={9}, ISSN={["2297-1769"]}, DOI={10.3389/fvets.2022.963759}, abstractNote={Tendon injury in the horse carries a high morbidity and monetary burden. Despite appropriate therapy, reinjury is estimated to occur in 50–65% of cases. Although intralesional mesenchymal stem cell (MSC) therapy has improved tissue architecture and reinjury rates, the mechanisms by which they promote repair are still being investigated. Additionally, reevaluating our application of MSCs in tendon injury is necessary given recent evidence that suggests MSCs exposed to inflammation (deemed MSC licensing) have an enhanced reparative effect. However, applying MSC therapy in this context is limited by the inadequate quantification of the temporal cytokine profile in tendon injury, which hinders our ability to administer MSCs into an environment that could potentiate their effect. Therefore, the objectives of this study were to define the temporal cytokine microenvironment in a surgically induced model of equine tendon injury using ultrafiltration probes and subsequently evaluate changes in MSC gene and protein expression following in vitro inflammatory licensing with cytokines of similar concentration as identified in vivo. In our in vivo surgically induced tendon injury model, IL-1β and IL-6 were the predominant pro-inflammatory cytokines present in tendon ultrafiltrate where a discrete peak in cytokine concentration occurred within 48 h following injury. Thereafter, MSCs were licensed in vitro with IL-1β and IL-6 at a concentration identified from the in vivo study; however, only IL-1β induced upregulation of multiple genes beneficial to tendon healing as identified by RNA-sequencing. Specifically, vascular development, ECM synthesis and remodeling, chemokine and growth factor function alteration, and immunomodulation and tissue reparative genes were significantly upregulated. A significant increase in the protein expression of IL-6, VEGF, and PGE2 was confirmed in IL-1β-licensed MSCs compared to naïve MSCs. This study improves our knowledge of the temporal tendon cytokine microenvironment following injury, which could be beneficial for the development and determining optimal timing of administration of regenerative therapies. Furthermore, these data support the need to further study the benefit of MSCs administered within the inflamed tendon microenvironment or exogenously licensed with IL-1β in vitro prior to treatment as licensed MSCs could enhance their therapeutic benefit in the healing tendon.}, journal={FRONTIERS IN VETERINARY SCIENCE}, author={Koch, Drew W. W. and Berglund, Alix K. K. and Messenger, Kristen M. M. and Gilbertie, Jessica M. M. and Ellis, Ilene M. M. and Schnabel, Lauren V. V.}, year={2022}, month={Aug} }
 @article{elkhamary_keenihan_schnabel_redding_schumacher_2022, title={Leveraging MRI characterization of longitudinal tears of the deep digital flexor tendon in horses using machine learning}, ISSN={["1740-8261"]}, DOI={10.1111/vru.13090}, abstractNote={AbstractWhile MRI is the modality of choice for the diagnosis of longitudinal tears (LTs) of the deep digital flexor tendon (DDFT) of horses, differentiating between various grades of tears based on imaging characteristics is challenging due to overlapping imaging features. In this retrospective, exploratory, diagnostic accuracy study, a machine learning (ML) scheme was applied to link quantitative features and qualitative descriptors to leverage MRI characteristics of different grades of tearing of the DDFT of horses. A qualitative MRI characteristic scheme, combining tendon morphologic features, altered signal intensity, and synovial sheath distention, was used for LT classification with an excellent diagnostic accuracy of the high‐grade tears but more limited accuracy for the detection of low‐grade tears. A quantitative ML approach was followed to measure the contribution of 30 quantitative phenotypic features for characterizing and classifying tendinous tears. Among the 30 imaging features, boundary curvature represented by the standard deviation and maximum had the most significant discriminatory power (P < 0.05) between normal and abnormal tendons and could be used as an aid for classifying the different grades of LTs of DDFTs. Imaging analysis‐based 3D interactive surface plot supports qualitative characterization of different grades of LTs of the DDFT through clearer visualization of the tendon in three dimensions and simple integration of two perspectives features (i.e., margin/distribution and intensity/distribution). A systematic approach combining quantitative features with qualitative analyses using ML was diagnostically beneficial in MRI characterization and in discriminating between different grades of LTs of the DDFT of horses.}, journal={VETERINARY RADIOLOGY & ULTRASOUND}, author={ELKhamary, Ahmed N. and Keenihan, Erin K. and Schnabel, Lauren V and Redding, William R. and Schumacher, Jim}, year={2022}, month={Apr} }
 @article{jacobs_schnabel_mcilwraith_blikslager_2022, title={Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs in equine orthopaedics}, volume={2}, ISSN={["2042-3306"]}, DOI={10.1111/evj.13561}, abstractNote={SummaryOrthopaedic disorders are commonly encountered in equine veterinary medicine, and non‐steroidal anti‐inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) play an important role in the management of many equine orthopaedic disorders. There are multiple NSAIDs available for use in horses, including both non‐selective and selective NSAIDS, and the body of literature evaluating the efficacy of these medications, their effects on normal and inflamed musculoskeletal tissues, and their side effects is broad. This review aims to summarise the current literature on the use of NSAIDs for equine orthopaedic disorders and examines new and future avenues for the management of inflammation in equine orthopaedics.}, journal={EQUINE VETERINARY JOURNAL}, author={Jacobs, Carrie C. and Schnabel, Lauren V. and McIlwraith, C. Wayne and Blikslager, Anthony T.}, year={2022}, month={Feb} }
 @article{gilbertie_ulloa_daiker_nguyen_smelter_rose_geriak_schnabel_nizet_sakoulas_2022, title={Potent Activity of Ertapenem Plus Cefazolin Within Staphylococcal Biofilms: A Contributing Factor in the Treatment of Methicillin-Susceptible Staphylococcus aureus Endocarditis}, volume={9}, ISSN={["2328-8957"]}, DOI={10.1093/ofid/ofac159}, abstractNote={Abstract
               
                  Background
                  Besides antistaphylococcal beta-lactams and source control, there are limited validated antimicrobial salvage options in patients with prolonged methicillin-susceptible Staphylococcus aureus (MSSA) bacteremia, including infective endocarditis (IE).
               
               
                  Methods
                  MSSA IE cases treated with ertapenem (ETP) plus cefazolin (CZ) were compared with matched IE cases treated with standard beta-lactam monotherapy. The bactericidal activity of ETP plus CZ was also compared with nafcillin (NAF), CZ, and ETP alone using an in vitro MSSA biofilm model.
               
               
                  Results
                  The median duration of bacteremia experienced by patients (n = 12) while on CZ or NAF was 4 days (range 1–16 days) compared with 1 day (range 1–3 days) for patients (n = 5) treated with ETP + CZ (P = .01, Mann-Whitney U test). Cefazolin and NAF alone or in combination did not achieve biofilm eradication at clinically relevant concentrations. However, the addition of ETP to CZ led to bactericidal eradication within biofilms at standard dosing.
               
               
                  Conclusions
                  Ertapenem reduces CZ concentrations required to eradicate MSSA biofilms to those achievable in vivo by standard dosing, translating into shorter bacteremia duration in patients with MSSA endocarditis. Larger studies are needed to investigate ETP plus CZ therapy in the treatment of biofilm-related MSSA infections such as endocarditis.
               }, number={5}, journal={OPEN FORUM INFECTIOUS DISEASES}, author={Gilbertie, Jessica and Ulloa, Erlinda R. and Daiker, Jennifer C. and Nguyen, Khanh and Smelter, Dan and Rose, Warren and Geriak, Matthew and Schnabel, Lauren V and Nizet, Victor and Sakoulas, George}, year={2022}, month={May} }
 @article{koch_schnabel_ellis_bates_berglund_2022, title={TGF-beta 2 enhances expression of equine bone marrow-derived mesenchymal stem cell paracrine factors with known associations to tendon healing}, volume={13}, ISSN={["1757-6512"]}, DOI={10.1186/s13287-022-03172-9}, abstractNote={Abstract
                Background
                Mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) secrete paracrine factors and extracellular matrix proteins that contribute to their ability to support tissue healing and regeneration. Both the transcriptome and the secretome of MSCs can be altered by treating the cells with cytokines, but neither have been thoroughly investigated following treatment with the specific cytokine transforming growth factor (TGF)-β2.
              
                Methods
                RNA-sequencing and western blotting were used to compare gene and protein expression between untreated and TGF-β2-treated equine bone marrow-derived MSCs (BM-MSCs). A co-culture system was utilized to compare equine tenocyte migration during co-culture with untreated and TGF-β2-treated BM-MSCs.
              
                Results
                TGF-β2 treatment significantly upregulated gene expression of collagens, extracellular matrix molecules, and growth factors. Protein expression of collagen type I and tenascin-C was also confirmed to be upregulated in TGF-β2-treated BM-MSCs compared to untreated BM-MSCs. Both untreated and TGF-β2-treated BM-MSCs increased tenocyte migration in vitro.
              
                Conclusions
                Treating equine BM-MSCs with TGF-β2 significantly increases production of paracrine factors and extracellular matrix molecules important for tendon healing and promotes the migration of tenocytes in vitro.
              }, number={1}, journal={STEM CELL RESEARCH & THERAPY}, author={Koch, Drew W. and Schnabel, Lauren V and Ellis, Ilene M. and Bates, Rowan E. and Berglund, Alix K.}, year={2022}, month={Sep} }
 @article{pezzanite_chow_phillips_griffenhagen_moore_schaer_engiles_werpy_gilbertie_schnabel_et al._2022, title={TLR-activated mesenchymal stromal cell therapy and antibiotics to treat multi-drug resistant Staphylococcal septic arthritis in an equine model}, ISSN={["2305-5847"]}, DOI={10.21037/atm-22-1746}, abstractNote={Background Rapid development of antibiotic resistance necessitates advancement of novel therapeutic strategies to treat infection. Mesenchymal stromal cells (MSC) possess antimicrobial and immunomodulatory properties, mediated through antimicrobial peptide secretion and recruitment of innate immune cells including neutrophils and monocytes. TLR-3 activation of human, canine and equine MSC has been shown to enhance bacterial killing and clearance in vitro, in rodent Staphylococcal biofilm infection models and dogs with spontaneous multi-drug-resistant infections. The objective of this study was to determine if intra-articular (IA) TLR-3-activated MSC with antibiotics improved clinical parameters and reduced bacterial counts and inflammatory cytokine concentrations in synovial fluid (SF) of horses with induced septic arthritis. Methods Eight horses were inoculated in one tarsocrural joint with multidrug-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (S. aureus). Bone marrow-derived MSC from three unrelated donors were activated with TLR-3 agonist polyinosinic, polycytidylic acid (pIC). Recipient horses received MSC plus vancomycin (TLR-MSC-VAN), or vancomycin (VAN) alone, on days 1, 4, 7 post-inoculation and systemic gentamicin. Pain scores, quantitative bacterial counts (SF, synovium), SF analyses, complete blood counts, cytokine concentrations (SF, plasma), imaging changes (MRI, ultrasound, radiographs), macroscopic joint scores and histologic changes were assessed. Results were reported as mean ± SEM. Results Pain scores (d7, P=0.01, 15.2±0.2 vs. 17.9±0.5), ultrasound (d7, P=0.03, 9.0±0.6 vs. 11.8±0.5), quantitative bacterial counts (SF d7, P=0.02, 0±0 vs. 3.4±0.4; synovium P=0.003, 0.4±0.4 vs. 162.7±18.4), systemic neutrophil (d4, P=0.03, 4.6±0.6 vs. 7.8±0.6) and serum amyloid A (SAA) (d4, P=0.01, 1,106.0±659.0 vs. 2,858.8±141.3; d7, P=0.02, 761.8±746.2 vs. 2,357.3±304.3), and SF lactate (d7, P<0.0001, 5.4±0.2 vs. 15.0±0.3), SAA (endterm, P=0.01, 0.0 vs. 2,094.0±601.6), IL-6 (P=0.03, 313.0±119.2 vs. 1,328.2±208.9), and IL-18 (P=0.02, 11.1±0.5 vs. 13.3±3.8) were improved in TLR-MSC-VAN vs. VAN horses. Study limitations include the small horse sample size, short study duration, and lack of additional control groups. Conclusions Combined TLR-activated MSC with antibiotic therapy may be a promising approach to manage joint infections with drug resistant bacteria.}, journal={ANNALS OF TRANSLATIONAL MEDICINE}, author={Pezzanite, Lynn M. and Chow, Lyndah and Phillips, Jennifer and Griffenhagen, Gregg M. and Moore, A. Russell and Schaer, Thomas P. and Engiles, Julie B. and Werpy, Natasha and Gilbertie, Jessica and Schnabel, Lauren V. and et al.}, year={2022}, month={Sep} }
 @article{schnabel_horne_jacobs_2022, title={Tendon sheath masses - What are the differential diagnoses and what diagnostics are needed?}, ISSN={["2042-3292"]}, DOI={10.1111/eve.13665}, journal={EQUINE VETERINARY EDUCATION}, author={Schnabel, Lauren V and Horne, Caitlyn R. and Jacobs, Carrie C.}, year={2022}, month={Jun} }
 @article{cameron_even_linardi_berglund_schnabel_engiles_ortved_2021, title={Adeno-Associated Virus-Mediated Overexpression of Interleukin-10 Affects the Immunomodulatory Properties of Equine Bone Marrow-Derived Mesenchymal Stem Cells}, volume={32}, ISSN={["1557-7422"]}, DOI={10.1089/hum.2020.319}, abstractNote={Joint injury can cause posttraumatic inflammation, which if severe enough can lead to posttraumatic osteoarthritis (PTOA), a progressive and debilitating condition. Posttraumatic inflammation is characterized by an influx of T lymphocytes and upregulation of inflammatory cytokines and degradative enzymes by activated chondrocytes and synoviocytes. Intra-articular bone marrow-derived mesenchymal stem cell (BM-MSC) injection for the treatment of OA has been of interest due to the immunomodulatory properties of these cells. Interleukin-10, a potent immunomodulatory cytokine, has also been investigated as an OA therapeutic. Therefore, the objective of this study was to evaluate the combinatorial effects of BM-MSCs and IL-10 in OA using a gene therapy approach. We hypothesized that BM-MSCs overexpressing IL-10 would have superior immunomodulatory effects leading to increased suppression of T-cell proliferation and decreased production of pro-inflammatory cytokines providing protection of the extra-cellular matrix (ECM) in a stimulated, co-culture OA model. Treatment groups included: untransduced BM-MSC, AAV-IL10 transduced BM-MSC, and AAV-null transduced BM-MSC, which were unstimulated or stimulated with IL-1β/TNF-α. T-cell proliferation was significantly decreased by the presence of BM-MSCs especially when these BM-MSCs were AAV transduced. There was no significant difference in T-cell suppression when cells were cultured with AAV-IL10 transduced or AAV-null transduced BM-MSCs. AAV transduction itself was associated with decreased synthesis of IL-1β, IL-6 and TNF-α. Expression of IL-1β and MMP13 was downregulated in AAV-transduced BM-MSCs and MMP13 expression was downregulated in cartilage explants co-cultured with AAV-transduced BM-MSCs. Despite mitigation of some pro-inflammatory cascades, rescue of ECM loss, as determined by glycosaminoglycan quantification and histological evaluation, did not occur in either AAV-IL10 transduced or AAV-null transduced co-cultures. Although IL-10 overexpression may enhance BM-MSC mediated T-cell suppression, we did not observe significant modulation of inflammation-driven cartilage degradation in cultures containing AAV-IL10 transduced BM-MSCs. AAV transduction itself does appear to affect paracrine signaling by BM-MSCs which warrants further investigation.}, number={17-18}, journal={HUMAN GENE THERAPY}, author={Cameron, Ashley D. and Even, Kayla M. and Linardi, Renata L. and Berglund, Alix K. and Schnabel, Lauren V. and Engiles, Julie B. and Ortved, Kyla F.}, year={2021}, month={Sep}, pages={907–918} }
 @article{connard_linardi_even_berglund_schnabel_ortved_2021, title={Effects of continuous passage on the immunomodulator properties of equine bone marrow-derived mesenchymal stem cells in vitro (vol 234, 110203, 2021)}, volume={242}, ISSN={["1873-2534"]}, DOI={10.1016/j.vetimm.2021.110340}, journal={VETERINARY IMMUNOLOGY AND IMMUNOPATHOLOGY}, author={Connard, Shannon S. and Linardi, Renata L. and Even, Kayla M. and Berglund, Alix K. and Schnabel, Lauren V. and Ortved, Kyla F.}, year={2021}, month={Dec} }
 @article{connard_linardi_even_berglund_schnabel_ortved_2021, title={Effects of continuous passage on the immunomodulatory properties of equine bone marrow-derived mesenchymal stem cells in vitro}, volume={234}, ISSN={["1873-2534"]}, DOI={10.1016/j.vetimm.2021.110203}, abstractNote={The immunomodulatory properties of mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) have been studied extensively due to their increasing clinical application for tissue regeneration and repair following culture expansion. We have studied the effect of continuous passage on the immunomodulatory capacity of equine bone marrow-derived MSCs (BM-MSCs). Equine BM-MSCs were isolated and culture expanded to passage three, six, and nine (P3, P6, P9). Immunomodulatory properties of each passage were assessed using a T cell proliferation assay and cytokine synthesis following stimulation with interferon gamma (IFN-γ). Equine BM-MSCs maintained their primary cell morphology and immunophenotype throughout all passages. T cell proliferation was suppressed by all passages of BM-MSCs, compared to peripheral blood mononuclear cells (PBMCs) alone. There was no significant difference in suppression of T cell proliferation between P3, P6, and P9 BM-MSCs. All passages of BM-MSCs significantly increased cytokine synthesis in response to stimulation with IFN-γ. There were no significant differences in production of interleukin-6 (IL-6), monocyte chemoattractant protein-1 (MCP-1) or regulate on activation, normal T cell expressed and secreted (RANTES) following stimulation with IFN-γ between P3, P6, and P9 BM-MSCs. P9 BM-MSCs had significantly increased production of tumor necrosis factor alpha (TNF-α), (IL-1β), and (IL-10) compared to P3 BM-MSCs. Additionally, there was a significant increase in production of (IL-8) in P6 and P9 BM-MSCs in comparison to P3 BM-MSCs. Our findings demonstrate that culture expansion affects some of the immunomodulatory properties of BM-MSCs in vitro, which may suggest that MSCs isolated from a single collection of bone marrow may be culture expanded, but only those from lower passage numbers would be ideal for clinical application.}, journal={VETERINARY IMMUNOLOGY AND IMMUNOPATHOLOGY}, author={Connard, Shannon S. and Linardi, Renata L. and Even, Kayla M. and Berglund, Alix K. and Schnabel, Lauren V and Ortved, Kyla F.}, year={2021}, month={Apr} }
 @article{didomenico_fowler_horne_bizikova_schnabel_stowe_2021, title={Pathology in Practice}, volume={258}, ISSN={0003-1488}, url={http://dx.doi.org/10.2460/javma.258.9.961}, DOI={10.2460/javma.258.9.961}, number={9}, journal={Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association}, publisher={American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA)}, author={DiDomenico, Amy E. and Fowler, Alexander W. and Horne, Caitlyn R. and Bizikova, Petra and Schnabel, Lauren V. and Stowe, Devorah M.}, year={2021}, month={May}, pages={961–964} }
 @article{berglund_long_robertson_schnabel_2021, title={TGF-beta 2 Reduces the Cell-Mediated Immunogenicity of Equine MHC-Mismatched Bone Marrow-Derived Mesenchymal Stem Cells Without Altering Immunomodulatory Properties}, volume={9}, ISSN={["2296-634X"]}, DOI={10.3389/fcell.2021.628382}, abstractNote={Allogeneic mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) are a promising cell therapy for treating numerous diseases, but major histocompatibility complex (MHC)-mismatched MSCs can be rejected by the recipient’s immune system. Pre-treating MSCs with transforming growth factor-β2 (TGF-β2) to downregulate surface expression of MHC molecules may enhance the ability of allogeneic MSCs to evade immune responses. We used lymphocyte proliferation assays and ELISAs to analyze the immunomodulatory potential of TGF-β2-treated equine bone marrow-derived MSCs. T cell activation and cytotoxicity assays were then used to measure thein vitrocell-mediated immunogenicity. Similar to untreated MSCs, TGF-β2-treated MSCs inhibited T cell proliferation and did not stimulate MHC-mismatched T cells to proliferate. Additionally, similar quantities of prostaglandin E2 and TGF-β1 were detected in assays with untreated and TGF-β2-treated MSCs supporting that TGF-β2-treated MSCs retain their strong immunomodulatory propertiesin vitro. Compared to untreated MSCs, TGF-β2-treated MSCs induced less T cell activation and had reduced cell-mediated cytotoxicityin vitro. These results indicate that treating MSCs with TGF-β2 is a promising strategy to reduce the cell-mediated immunogenicity of MHC-mismatched MSCs and facilitate allogeneic MSC therapy.}, journal={FRONTIERS IN CELL AND DEVELOPMENTAL BIOLOGY}, author={Berglund, Alix K. and Long, Julie M. and Robertson, James B. and Schnabel, Lauren V}, year={2021}, month={Feb} }
 @article{rowland_miller_berglund_schnabel_levine_antczak_watts_2021, title={Cross-matching of allogeneic mesenchymal stromal cells eliminates recipient immune targeting}, volume={10}, ISSN={["2157-6580"]}, DOI={10.1002/sctm.20-0435}, abstractNote={Abstract
               Allogeneic mesenchymal stromal cells (MSCs) have been used clinically for decades, without cross-matching, on the assumption that they are immune-privileged. In the equine model, we demonstrate innate and adaptive immune responses after repeated intra-articular injection with major histocompatibility complex (MHC) mismatched allogeneic MSCs, but not MHC matched allogeneic or autologous MSCs. We document increased peri-articular edema and synovial effusion, increased synovial cytokine and chemokine concentrations, and development of donor-specific antibodies in mismatched recipients compared with recipients receiving matched allogeneic or autologous MSCs. Importantly, in matched allogeneic and autologous recipients, but not mismatched allogeneic recipients, there was increased stromal derived factor-1 along with increased MSC concentrations in synovial fluid. Until immune recognition of MSCs can be avoided, repeated clinical use of MSCs should be limited to autologous or cross-matched allogeneic MSCs. When non–cross-matched allogeneic MSCs are used in single MSC dose applications, presensitization against donor MHC should be assessed.}, number={5}, journal={STEM CELLS TRANSLATIONAL MEDICINE}, author={Rowland, Aileen L. and Miller, Donald and Berglund, Alix and Schnabel, Lauren V and Levine, Gwendolyn J. and Antczak, Douglas F. and Watts, Ashlee E.}, year={2021}, month={May}, pages={694–710} }
 @article{dinh_paudel_brochu_popowski_gracieux_cores_huang_hensley_harrell_vandergriff_et al._2020, title={Inhalation of lung spheroid cell secretome and exosomes promotes lung repair in pulmonary fibrosis}, volume={11}, ISSN={["2041-1723"]}, url={http://dx.doi.org/10.1038/s41467-020-14344-7}, DOI={10.1038/s41467-020-14344-7}, abstractNote={AbstractIdiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) is a fatal and incurable form of interstitial lung disease in which persistent injury results in scar tissue formation. As fibrosis thickens, the lung tissue loses the ability to facilitate gas exchange and provide cells with needed oxygen. Currently, IPF has few treatment options and no effective therapies, aside from lung transplant. Here we present a series of studies utilizing lung spheroid cell-secretome (LSC-Sec) and exosomes (LSC-Exo) by inhalation to treat different models of lung injury and fibrosis. Analysis reveals that LSC-Sec and LSC-Exo treatments could attenuate and resolve bleomycin- and silica-induced fibrosis by reestablishing normal alveolar structure and decreasing both collagen accumulation and myofibroblast proliferation. Additionally, LSC-Sec and LSC-Exo exhibit superior therapeutic benefits than their counterparts derived from mesenchymal stem cells in some measures. We showed that an inhalation treatment of secretome and exosome exhibited therapeutic potential for lung regeneration in two experimental models of pulmonary fibrosis.}, number={1}, journal={NATURE COMMUNICATIONS}, publisher={Springer Science and Business Media LLC}, author={Dinh, Phuong-Uyen C. and Paudel, Dipti and Brochu, Hayden and Popowski, Kristen D. and Gracieux, M. Cyndell and Cores, Jhon and Huang, Ke and Hensley, M. Taylor and Harrell, Erin and Vandergriff, Adam C. and et al.}, year={2020}, month={Feb} }
 @article{fortier_goodrich_ribitsch_schnabel_shepard_watts_smith_2020, title={One health in regenerative medicine: report on the second Havemeyer symposium on regenerative medicine in horses}, volume={15}, ISSN={["1746-076X"]}, DOI={10.2217/rme-2019-0143}, abstractNote={ Regenerative medicine is commonly used in human and equine athletes. Potential therapies include culture expanded stem cells, stromal vascular fraction of adipose tissue, platelet-rich plasma, bone marrow concentrate, or autologous conditioned serum. The purpose of this manuscript is to disseminate findings from a workshop on the development of translational regenerative medicine in the equine field. Five themes emerged: stem cell characterization and tenogenic differentiation; interactions between mesenchymal stem cells, other cells and the environment; scaffolds and cell packaging; blood- and bone marrow-based regenerative medicines; clinical use of regenerative therapies. Evidence gained through the use of regenerative medicine applications in the horse should continue to translate to the human patient, bringing novel regenerative therapies to both humans and horses. }, number={6}, journal={REGENERATIVE MEDICINE}, author={Fortier, Lisa Ann and Goodrich, Laurie Ruth and Ribitsch, Iris and Schnabel, Lauren Virginia and Shepard, David Owen and Watts, Ashlee Elizabeth and Smith, Roger Kenneth Whealands}, year={2020}, month={Jun}, pages={1775–1787} }
 @article{gilbertie_schaer_schubert_jacob_menegatti_lavoie_schnabel_2020, title={Platelet-rich plasma lysate displays antibiofilm properties and restores antimicrobial activity against synovial fluid biofilms in vitro}, volume={38}, ISSN={["1554-527X"]}, DOI={10.1002/jor.24584}, abstractNote={AbstractInfectious arthritis is difficult to treat in both human and veterinary clinical practice. Recent literature reports Staphylococcus aureus as well as other gram‐positive and gram‐negative isolates forming free‐floating biofilms in both human and equine synovial fluid that are tolerant to traditional antimicrobial therapy. Using an in vitro equine model, we investigated the ability of platelet‐rich plasma (PRP) formulations to combat synovial fluid biofilm aggregates. Synovial fluid was infected, and biofilm aggregates allowed to form over a 2‐hour period. PRP was collected and processed into different formulations by platelet concentration, leukocyte presence, and activation or lysis. Infected synovial fluid was treated with different PRP formulations with or without aminoglycoside cotreatment. Bacterial load (colony‐forming unit/mL) was determined by serial dilutions and plate counting at 8 hours posttreatment. All PRP formulations displayed antimicrobial properties; however, formulations containing higher concentrations of platelets without leukocytes had increased antimicrobial activity. Lysis of PRP and pooling of the PRP lysate (PRP‐L) from multiple horses as compared to individual horses further increased antimicrobial activity. This activity was lost with the removal of the plasma component or inhibition of the proteolytic activity within the plasma. Fractionation of pooled PRP‐L identified the bioactive components to be cationic and low‐molecular weight (<10 kDa). Overall, PRP‐L exhibited synergism with amikacin against aminoglycoside tolerant biofilm aggregates with greater activity against gram‐positive bacteria. In conclusion, the use of PRP‐L has the potential to augment current antimicrobial treatment regimens which could lead to a decrease in morbidity and mortality associated with infectious arthritis.}, number={6}, journal={JOURNAL OF ORTHOPAEDIC RESEARCH}, author={Gilbertie, Jessica M. and Schaer, Thomas P. and Schubert, Alicia G. and Jacob, Megan E. and Menegatti, Stefano and Lavoie, R. Ashton and Schnabel, Lauren V}, year={2020}, month={Jun}, pages={1365–1374} }
 @article{copp_flanders_gagliardi_gilbertie_sessions_chubinskaya_loeser_schnabel_diekman_2021, title={The combination of mitogenic stimulation and DNA damage induces chondrocyte senescence}, volume={29}, ISSN={["1522-9653"]}, DOI={10.1016/j.joca.2020.11.004}, abstractNote={ObjectiveCellular senescence is a phenotypic state characterized by stable cell-cycle arrest, enhanced lysosomal activity, and the secretion of inflammatory molecules and matrix degrading enzymes. Senescence has been implicated in osteoarthritis (OA) pathophysiology; however, the mechanisms that drive senescence induction in cartilage and other joint tissues are unknown. While numerous physiological signals are capable of initiating senescence, one emerging theme is that damaged cells convert to senescence in response to sustained mitogenic stimulation. The goal of this study was to develop an in vitro articular cartilage explant model to investigate the mechanisms of senescence induction.DesignThis study utilized healthy cartilage derived from cadaveric equine stifles and human ankles. Explants were irradiated to initiate DNA damage, and mitogenic stimulation was provided through serum-containing medium and treatment with transforming growth factor β1 and basic fibroblastic growth factor. Readouts of senescence were a quantitative flow cytometry assay to detect senescence-associated β galactosidase activity (SA-β-gal), immunofluorescence for p16 and γH2AX, and qPCR for the expression of inflammatory genes.ResultsHuman cartilage explants required both irradiation and mitogenic stimulation to induce senescence as compared to baseline control conditions (7.16% vs 2.34% SA-β-gal high, p = 0.0007). These conditions also resulted in chondrocyte clusters within explants, a persistent DNA damage response, increased p16, and gene expression changes.ConclusionsTreatment of cartilage explants with mitogenic stimuli in the context of cellular damage reliably induces high levels of SA-β-gal activity and other senescence markers, which provides a physiologically relevant model system to investigate the mechanisms of senescence induction.}, number={3}, journal={OSTEOARTHRITIS AND CARTILAGE}, author={Copp, M. E. and Flanders, M. C. and Gagliardi, R. and Gilbertie, J. M. and Sessions, G. A. and Chubinskaya, S. and Loeser, R. F. and Schnabel, L. and Diekman, B. O.}, year={2021}, month={Mar}, pages={402–412} }
 @article{frohock_gilbertie_daiker_schnabel_pierce_2019, title={5-Benzylidene-4-Oxazolidinones Are Synergistic with Antibiotics for the Treatment of Staphylococcus aureus Biofilms}, volume={12}, ISBN={1439-7633}, url={https://doi.org/10.1002/cbic.201900633}, DOI={10.1002/cbic.201900633}, abstractNote={AbstractThe failure of frontline antibiotics in the clinic is one of the most serious threats to human health and requires a multitude of novel therapeutics and innovative approaches to treatment so as to curtail the growing crisis. In addition to traditional resistance mechanisms resulting in the lack of efficacy of many antibiotics, most chronic and recurring infections are further made tolerant to antibiotic action by the presence of biofilms. Herein, we report an expanded set of 5‐benzylidene‐4‐oxazolidinones that are able to inhibit the formation of Staphylococcus aureus biofilms, disperse preformed biofilms, and, in combination with common antibiotics, are able to significantly reduce the bacterial load in a robust collagen‐matrix model of biofilm infection.}, journal={CHEMBIOCHEM}, publisher={Wiley}, author={Frohock, Bram H. and Gilbertie, Jessica M. and Daiker, Jennifer C. and Schnabel, Lauren V and Pierce, Joshua G.}, year={2019} }
 @article{fowler_gilbertie_watson_prange_osborne_schnabel_2019, title={Effects of acellular equine amniotic allografts on the healing of experimentally induced full-thickness distal limb wounds in horses}, volume={48}, ISSN={["1532-950X"]}, DOI={10.1111/vsu.13304}, abstractNote={AbstractObjectiveTo characterize the growth factors contained in equine amniotic membrane allograft (eAM; StemWrap scaffold and StemWrap+ injection) and to evaluate the effect of eAM on equine distal limb wound healing.Study designProspective experimental controlled study.Sample populationEight adult horses.MethodsTransforming growth factor (TGF)‐β1, vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF), epidermal growth factor, platelet‐derived growth factor‐BB, and prostaglandin E2 (PGE2) concentrations in StemWrap+ were assessed with enzyme‐linked immunosorbent assay. Two full‐thickness 6.25‐cm2 skin wounds were created on each metacarpus. On one forelimb, one wound was treated with eAM, and the other was left untreated (eAM control). On the contralateral limb, one wound was treated with a silicone dressing, and the other served as negative control. Three‐dimensional images were obtained to determine wound circumference and surface area analyses at each bandage change until healed. Excessive granulation tissue was debrided once weekly for 4 weeks. Biopsy samples were taken to evaluate quality of wound healing via histologic and immunohistochemistry assays.ResultsStemWrap+ contained moderate concentrations of TGF‐β1 (494.10 pg/mL), VEGF (212.52 pg/mL), and PGE2 (1811.61 pg/mL). Treatment of wounds with eAM did not affect time to healing or histologic quality of the healing compared with other groups but was associated with increased granulation tissue production early in the study, particularly on day 7.ConclusionApplication of eAM resulted in increased granulation tissue production while maintaining appropriate healing of experimental wounds.Clinical significanceUse of eAM is likely most beneficial for substantial wounds in which expedient production of large amounts of granulation tissue is desirable.}, number={8}, journal={VETERINARY SURGERY}, author={Fowler, Alexander W. and Gilbertie, Jessica M. and Watson, Victoria E. and Prange, Timo and Osborne, Jason A. and Schnabel, Lauren V}, year={2019}, month={Nov}, pages={1416–1428} }
 @article{gilbertie_schnabel_hickok_jacob_conlon_shapiro_parvizi_schaer_2019, title={Equine or porcine synovial fluid as a novel ex vivo model for the study of bacterial free-floating biofilms that form in human joint infections}, volume={14}, ISSN={["1932-6203"]}, DOI={10.1371/journal.pone.0221012}, abstractNote={Bacterial invasion of synovial joints, as in infectious or septic arthritis, can be difficult to treat in both veterinary and human clinical practice. Biofilms, in the form of free-floating clumps or aggregates, are involved with the pathogenesis of infectious arthritis and periprosthetic joint infection (PJI). Infection of a joint containing an orthopedic implant can additionally complicate these infections due to the presence of adherent biofilms. Because of these biofilm phenotypes, bacteria within these infected joints show increased antimicrobial tolerance even at high antibiotic concentrations. To date, animal models of PJI or infectious arthritis have been limited to small animals such as rodents or rabbits. Small animal models, however, yield limited quantities of synovial fluid making them impractical for in vitro research. Herein, we describe the use of ex vivo equine and porcine models for the study of synovial fluid induced biofilm aggregate formation and antimicrobial tolerance. We observed Staphylococcus aureus and other bacterial pathogens adapt the same biofilm aggregate phenotype with significant antimicrobial tolerance in both equine and porcine synovial fluid, analogous to human synovial fluid. We also demonstrate that enzymatic dispersal of synovial fluid aggregates restores the activity of antimicrobials. Future studies investigating the interaction of bacterial cell surface proteins with host synovial fluid proteins can be readily carried out in equine or porcine ex vivo models to identify novel drug targets for treatment of prevention of these difficult to treat infectious diseases.}, number={8}, journal={PLOS ONE}, author={Gilbertie, Jessica M. and Schnabel, Lauren V. and Hickok, Noreen J. and Jacob, Megan E. and Conlon, Brian P. and Shapiro, Irving M. and Parvizi, Javad and Schaer, Thomas P.}, year={2019}, month={Aug} }
 @article{gilbertie_schnabel_stefanovski_kelly_jacob_schaer_2018, title={Gram-negative multi-drug resistant bacteria influence survival to discharge for horses with septic synovial structures: 206 Cases (2010-2015)}, volume={226}, ISSN={["1873-2542"]}, DOI={10.1016/j.vetmic.2018.10.009}, abstractNote={Bacterial colonization of synovial structures can cause infections that are difficult to treat. Systemic and local antimicrobials and repeated joint lavages are the mainstays of therapy. However, despite aggressive treatments, infection may persist, leading to significant tissue damage or death of the patient. In order to investigate the impact of bacterial culture and antimicrobial resistance on survival to discharge, we reviewed medical records of horses admitted to the University of Pennsylvania's large animal teaching hospital from 2010-2015. Two-hundred and six cases with a definitive diagnosis of septic synovitis and a synovial fluid sample submitted for microbiological culture were included in the study. Of these horses, 48% were culture negative and 52% were positive for any bacterial growth, of which 66% were gram-positive and 28% were gram-negative aerobic organisms with 4% anaerobic and 2% fungal organisms. Overall survival to discharge from hospital was 86%. Horses that had negative growth on culture were more likely to survive until discharge (p < 0.02). Multivariable analyses revealed that the likelihood of euthanasia was significantly associated with identification of coagulase positive Staphylococcus spp. (OR 7.66, 5.46-10.74, p < 0.0001), β-hemolytic Streptococcus spp. (OR 5.18, 3.56-7.55, p < 0.0001), Enterococcus spp. (OR 18.38, 11.45-29.52, p = 0.002), Enterobacteriaceae (OR 31.37, 22.28-44.17, p < 0.0001), Pseudomonas aeruginosa (OR 9.31, 5.30-16.34, p = 0.0004) or other gram-negative species (OR 3.51, 2.07-5.94, p = 0.001). Multi-drug resistance and gram-negative bacteria species were associated with significantly decreased survival rates (OR 119.24, 70.57-201.46, p < 0.0001). In conclusion, prognosis for survival to discharge was poor for horses that were infected with gram-negative organisms, particularly those with MDR phenotypes.}, journal={VETERINARY MICROBIOLOGY}, author={Gilbertie, Jessica M. and Schnabel, Lauren V and Stefanovski, Darko and Kelly, Donna J. and Jacob, Megan E. and Schaer, Thomas P.}, year={2018}, month={Nov}, pages={64–73} }
 @article{cassano_schnabel_goodale_fortier_2018, title={Inflammatory licensed equine MSCs are chondroprotective and exhibit enhanced immunomodulation in an inflammatory environment}, volume={9}, ISSN={["1757-6512"]}, DOI={10.1186/s13287-018-0840-2}, abstractNote={Inflammatory licensed mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) have the ability to promote functional tissue repair. This study specifically sought to understand how the recipient tissue environment reciprocally affects MSC function. Inflammatory polarized macrophages, modeling an injured tissue environment, were exposed to licensed MSCs, and the resultant effects of MSC immunomodulation and functionality of the MSC secretome on chondrocyte homeostasis were studied.Inflammatory licensed MSCs were generated through priming with either IFN-γ or polyinosinic:polycytidylic acid (poly I:C). Macrophages were polarized to an inflammatory phenotype using IFN-γ. Licensed MSCs were co-cultured with inflammatory macrophages and immunomodulation of MSCs was assessed in a T-cell proliferation assay. MSC gene expression was analyzed for changes in immunogenicity (MHC-I, MHC-II), immunomodulation (IDO, PTGS2, NOS2, TGF-β1), cytokine (IL-6, IL-8), and chemokine (CCL2, CXCL10) expression. Macrophages were assessed for changes in cytokine (IL-6, IL-10, TNF-α, IFN-γ) and chemokine (CCL2, CXCL10) expression. Conditioned medium representing the secretome from IFN-γ or poly I:C-primed MSCs was applied to IL-1β-stimulated chondrocytes, which were analyzed for catabolic (IL-6, TNF-α, CCL2, CXCL10, MMP-13, PTGS2) and matrix synthesis (ACAN, COL2A1) genes.IFN-γ-primed MSCs had a superior ability to suppress T-cell proliferation compared to naïve MSCs, and this ability was maintained following exposure to proinflammatory macrophages. In naïve and licensed MSCs exposed to inflammatory macrophages, MHC-I and MHC-II gene expression was upregulated. The secretome from licensed MSCs was chondroprotective and downregulated inflammatory gene expression in IL-1β-stimulated chondrocytes.In-vitro inflammatory licensing agents enhanced the immunomodulatory ability of MSCs exposed to inflammatory macrophages, and the resultant secretome was biologically active, protecting chondrocytes from catabolic stimulation. Use of licensing agents produced a more consistent immunomodulatory MSC population compared to exposure to inflammatory macrophages. The clinical implications of this study are that in-vitro licensing prior to therapeutic application could result in a more predictable immunomodulatory and reparative response to MSC therapy compared to in-vivo inflammatory licensing by the recipient environment.}, journal={STEM CELL RESEARCH & THERAPY}, author={Cassano, Jennifer M. and Schnabel, Lauren V and Goodale, Margaret B. and Fortier, Lisa A.}, year={2018}, month={Apr} }
 @article{gilbertie_davis_davidson_mcdonald_schirmer_schnabel_2019, title={Oral reserpine administration in horses results in low plasma concentrations that alter platelet biology}, volume={51}, ISSN={["2042-3306"]}, DOI={10.1111/evj.13048}, abstractNote={SummaryBackgroundReserpine is a popular drug in the equine industry for long‐term tranquilisation. Clinical observations revealed that blood from horses receiving oral reserpine was hypercoagulable. No studies have documented the pharmacokinetics of orally administered reserpine nor the effects of reserpine on platelets in horses.ObjectivesTo evaluate the pharmacokinetics of oral reserpine in horses and the effects of clinically relevant concentrations of reserpine on platelet functionality in vitro.Study designExperimental controlled study.MethodsThe pharmacokinetics of oral reserpine (2.5 mg/horse, once) were determined in six healthy adult horses. Plasma samples were collected and concentrations of reserpine were determined by UPLC‐MS/MS. Using this data, the in vitro effects of reserpine on platelets were examined. Aggregation, adhesion and releasate assays for serotonin and thromboxane B2 were performed on platelets exposed to varying concentrations of reserpine (0.01–10 ng/mL), aspirin (negative control) and saline (unexposed control).ResultsOral reserpine administration demonstrated low plasma concentrations with a Cmax of 0.2 ± 0.06 ng/mL and a prolonged half‐life of 23.6 ± 6.24 h. Simulations over a dose range of 2–8 μg/kg predicted Cmax at steady state between 0.06–0.9 ng/mL. Platelets exposed to these reserpine concentrations in vitro displayed increased aggregation and adhesion compared to unexposed or aspirin‐exposed platelets as well as compared to higher concentrations of reserpine. These functional changes correlated with lower concentrations of serotonin and higher concentrations of thromboxane B2 in the platelet suspension supernatant.Main limitationsThis study used a small number of horses and only in vitro platelet experiments.ConclusionsOral reserpine demonstrates low plasma concentrations and a prolonged half‐life in horses. At these concentrations, reserpine causes significant changes in platelet function, most likely due to serotonin release and re‐uptake which primes platelets for activation and thromboxane B2 release. These findings suggest that clinicians should harvest blood for biological processing prior to the onset of reserpine administration.}, number={4}, journal={EQUINE VETERINARY JOURNAL}, author={Gilbertie, J. M. and Davis, J. L. and Davidson, G. S. and McDonald, A. M. and Schirmer, J. M. and Schnabel, L. V.}, year={2019}, month={Jul}, pages={537–543} }
 @article{gilbertie_long_schubert_berglund_schaer_schnabel_2018, title={Pooled Platelet-Rich Plasma Lysate Therapy Increases Synoviocyte Proliferation and Hyaluronic Acid Production While Protecting Chondrocytes From Synoviocyte-Derived Inflammatory Mediators}, volume={5}, ISSN={["2297-1769"]}, DOI={10.3389/fvets.2018.00150}, abstractNote={Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) preparations are being used with moderate success to treat osteoarthritis (OA) in humans and in veterinary species. Such preparations are hindered, however, by being autologous in nature and subject to tremendous patient and processing variability. For this reason, there has been increasing interest in the use of platelet lysate preparations instead of traditional PRP. Platelet lysate preparations are acellular, thereby reducing concerns over immunogenicity, and contain high concentrations of growth factors and cytokines. In addition, platelet lysate preparations can be stored frozen for readily available use. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effects of a pooled allogeneic platelet-rich plasma lysate (PRP-L) preparation on equine synoviocytes and chondrocytes challenged with inflammatory mediators in-vitro to mimic the OA joint environment. Our hypothesis was that PRP-L treatment of inflamed synoviocytes would protect chondrocytes challenged with synoviocyte conditioned media by reducing synoviocyte pro-inflammatory cytokine production while increasing synoviocyte anti-inflammatory cytokine production. Synoviocytes were stimulated with either interleukin-1β (IL-1β) or lipopolysaccharide (LPS) for 24 h followed by no treatment or treatment with platelet-poor plasma lysate (PPP-L) or PRP-L for 48 h. Synoviocyte growth was evaluated at the end of the treatment period and synoviocyte conditioned media was assessed for concentrations of hyaluronic acid (HA), IL-1β, tumor necrosis factor alpha (TNF-α), and interleukin-6 (IL-6). Chondrocytes were then challenged for 48 h with synoviocyte conditioned media from each stimulation and treatment group and examined for gene expression of collagen types I (COL1A1), II (COL2A1), and III (COL3A1), aggrecan (ACAN), lubricin (PRG4), and matrix metallopeptidase 3 (MMP-3) and 13 (MMP-13). Treatment of inflamed synoviocytes with PRP-L resulted in increased synoviocyte growth and increased synoviocyte HA and IL-6 production. Challenge of chondrocytes with conditioned media from PRP-L treated synoviocytes resulted in increased collagen type II and aggrecan gene expression as well as decreased MMP-13 gene expression. The results of this study support continued investigation into the use of pooled PRP-L for the treatment of osteoarthritis and warrant further in-vitro studies to discern the mechanisms of action of PRP-L.}, journal={FRONTIERS IN VETERINARY SCIENCE}, author={Gilbertie, Jessica M. and Long, Julie M. and Schubert, Alicia G. and Berglund, Alix K. and Schaer, Thomas P. and Schnabel, Lauren V.}, year={2018}, month={Jul} }
 @article{sherman_gilger_berglund_schnabel_2017, title={Effect of bone marrow-derived mesenchymal stem cells and stem cell supernatant on equine corneal wound healing in vitro}, volume={8}, ISSN={1757-6512}, url={http://dx.doi.org/10.1186/s13287-017-0577-3}, DOI={10.1186/s13287-017-0577-3}, abstractNote={We aimed to determine and compare the in vitro effects of autologous bone marrow-derived mesenchymal stem cells (BM-MSCs) and mesenchymal stem cell supernatant (MSC-Sp) on the wound healing capacity of equine corneal fibroblasts using a scratch assay. Bone marrow aspirates and eyes were collected from normal, euthanized horses with subsequent isolation and culture of BM-MSCs and corneal stromal cells. Corneal stromal cells were culture-expanded in the culture well of transwell plates and then treated with an autologous BM-MSC suspension (dose: 2.5 × 105/100 μL media with the BM-MSCs contained within the insert well), MSC-Sp solution, or naive culture media (control) for 72 h. A linear defect in confluent cell cultures was created (i.e., corneal scratch assay) to assess the cellular closure (“healing”) over time. Three representative areas of the scratch in each culture were photographed at each time point and the scratch area was quantitated using image analysis software (ImageJ). Media from the scratches were analyzed for various growth factors using human enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) kits that crossreact with the horse. There was a significant percentage decrease in the scratch area remaining in the BM-MSC and MSC-Sp groups compared to the control group. There was also a significant percentage decrease in the scratch area remaining in the BM-MSC group compared to the MSC-Sp group at 36 h post-scratch and all time points thereafter. The concentration of transforming growth factor (TGF)-β1 in the media was significantly higher in the BM-MSC group compared to the control group. The significant decrease in scratch area in equine corneal fibroblast cultures treated with autologous BM-MSCs compared to MSC-Sp or control treatments suggests that BM-MSCs may substantially improve corneal wound healing in horses. MSC-Sp may also improve corneal wound healing given the significant decrease in scratch area compared to control treatments, and would be an immediately available and cost-effective treatment option.}, number={1}, journal={Stem Cell Research & Therapy}, publisher={Springer Science and Business Media LLC}, author={Sherman, Amanda B. and Gilger, Brian C. and Berglund, Alix K. and Schnabel, Lauren V.}, year={2017}, month={May} }
 @article{cassano_schnabel_goodale_fortier_2018, title={The immunomodulatory function of equine MSCs is enhanced by priming through an inflammatory microenvironment or TLR3 ligand}, volume={195}, ISSN={["1873-2534"]}, DOI={10.1016/j.vetimm.2017.10.003}, abstractNote={Mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) have the therapeutic potential to treat a variety of inflammatory and degenerative disease processes, however the effects of the tissue environment on MSCs have been overlooked. Our hypothesis was that the immunomodulatory function of MSCs would be impaired by TLR4 stimulation or exposure to inflammatory macrophages, whereas their immunosuppressive properties would be enhanced by TLR3 stimulation. MSCs were exposed to polyinosinic:polycytidylic acid (poly I:C) to stimulate TLR3 receptors or lipopolysaccharide (LPS) to stimulate TLR4 receptors. MSC1 proinflammatory phenotype in human MSCs was associated with increased IL-6 and IL-8 and MSC2 regenerative phenotype was associated with increased CCL2 and CXCL10. MSC immunomodulatory function was assessed by measuring the ability of primed MSCs to suppress mitogen-stimulated T cell proliferation. Peripheral blood monocytes were isolated using CD14 MACs positive selection, differentiated into macrophages, and polarized using interferon-gamma (IFN-γ). Polarization was confirmed by increased gene expression of TNFα, CCL2, and CXCL10. Inflammatory macrophages were co-cultured with MSCs for 6h, and the resultant MSC phenotype was analyzed as described above. Both TLR3 and TLR4 priming and co-culture of MSCs with inflammatory macrophages resulted in increased expression of IL-6, CCL2, and CXCL10 in MSCs. Both TLR3 and TLR4 priming or exposure of MSCs to inflammatory macrophages significantly (p<0.05) enhanced their immunomodulatory function, demonstrated by a decrease in T cell proliferation in the presence of poly I:C primed MSCs (11%), LPS primed MSCs (7%), or MSCs exposed to inflammatory macrophages (12%), compared to unstimulated MSCs. Additionally, MHC class II positive MSCs tended to have a greater magnitude of response to priming compared to MHC class II negative MSCs. These results suggest that MSCs can be activated by a variety of inflammatory stimuli, but the recipient injured tissue bed in chronic injuries may not contain sufficient inflammatory signals to activate MSC immunomodulatory function. Enhancement of MSCs immunomodulatory function through inflammatory priming prior to clinical application might improve the therapeutic effect of MSC treatments.}, journal={VETERINARY IMMUNOLOGY AND IMMUNOPATHOLOGY}, author={Cassano, Jennifer M. and Schnabel, Lauren V. and Goodale, Margaret B. and Fortier, Lisa A.}, year={2018}, month={Jan}, pages={33–39} }
 @article{berglund_schnabel_2017, title={Allogeneic major histocompatibility complex-mismatched equine bone marrow-derived mesenchymal stem cells are targeted for death by cytotoxic anti-major histocompatibility complex antibodies}, volume={49}, ISSN={["2042-3306"]}, DOI={10.1111/evj.12647}, abstractNote={SummaryBackgroundAllogeneic mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) are a promising cell source for treating musculoskeletal injuries in horses. Controversy exists, however, over whether major histocompatibility complex (MHC)‐mismatched MSCs are recognised by the recipient immune system and targeted for death by a cytotoxic antibody response.ObjectivesTo determine if cytotoxic anti‐MHC antibodies generated in vivo following MHC‐mismatched MSC injections are capable of initiating complement‐dependent cytotoxicity of MSCs.Study designExperimental controlled study.MethodsAntisera previously collected at Days 0, 7, 14 and 21 post‐injection from 4 horses injected with donor MHC‐mismatched equine leucocyte antigen (ELA)‐A2 haplotype MSCs and one control horse injected with donor MHC‐matched ELA‐A2 MSCs were utilised in this study. Antisera were incubated with ELA‐A2 MSCs before adding complement in microcytotoxicity assays and cell death was analysed via eosin dye exclusion. ELA‐A2 peripheral blood leucocytes (PBLs) were used in the assays as a positive control.ResultsAntisera from all 4 horses injected with MHC‐mismatched MSCs contained antibodies that caused the death of ELA‐A2 haplotype MSCs in the microcytotoxicity assays. In 2 of the 4 horses, antibodies were present as early as Day 7 post‐injection. MSC death was consistently equivalent to that of ELA‐A2 haplotype PBL death at all time points and antisera dilutions. Antisera from the control horse that was injected with MHC‐matched MSCs did not contain cytotoxic ELA‐A2 antibodies at any of the time points examined.Main limitationsThis study examined MSC death in vitro only and utilized antisera from a small number of horses.ConclusionsThe cytotoxic antibody response induced in recipient horses following injection with donor MHC‐mismatched MSCs is capable of killing donor MSCs in vitro. These results suggest that the use of allogeneic MHC‐mismatched MSCs must be cautioned against, not only for potential adverse events, but also for reduced therapeutic efficacy due to targeted MSC death.}, number={4}, journal={EQUINE VETERINARY JOURNAL}, author={Berglund, A. K. and Schnabel, L. V.}, year={2017}, month={Jul}, pages={539–544} }
 @misc{schnabel_redding_2018, title={Diagnosis and management of proximal sesamoid bone fractures in the horse}, volume={30}, ISSN={["2042-3292"]}, DOI={10.1111/eve.12615}, abstractNote={SummaryFractures of the proximal sesamoid bones (PSBs) range in severity from simple to complex and comminuted and can be articular or nonarticular. The majority of PSB fractures are diagnosed in racehorses, but PSB fractures, especially simple ones, do occur in sport horses undertaking various disciplines. For simple apical, basilar and abaxial articular PSB fractures, surgical removal via arthroscopy carries the best prognosis for return to athletic performance. Removal of apical and abaxial PSB fractures generally result in a favourable prognosis for return to racing but are dependent on the amount of suspensory ligament injury. Removal of basilar PSB fracture fragments results in a less favourable or fair prognosis for return to racing. Mid‐body PSB fractures typically require (lag screw) surgical fixation preferably with arthroscopic guidance and carry a fair to guarded prognosis for return to racing.}, number={8}, journal={EQUINE VETERINARY EDUCATION}, author={Schnabel, L. V. and Redding, W. R.}, year={2018}, month={Aug}, pages={450–455} }
 @article{pezzanite_fortier_antczak_cassano_brosnahan_miller_schnabel_2015, title={Equine allogeneic bone marrow-derived mesenchymal stromal cells elicit antibody responses in vivo}, volume={6}, ISSN={["1757-6512"]}, DOI={10.1186/s13287-015-0053-x}, abstractNote={This study tested the hypothesis that Major Histocompatibility Complex (MHC) incompatible equine mesenchymal stromal cells (MSCs) would induce cytotoxic antibodies to donor MHC antigens in recipient horses after intradermal injection. No studies to date have explored recipient antibody responses to allogeneic donor MSC transplantation in the horse. This information is critical because the horse is a valuable species for assessing the safety and efficacy of MSC treatment prior to human clinical application. Six MHC heterozygote horses were identified as non-ELA-A2 haplotype by microsatellite typing and used as allogeneic MHC-mismatched MSC recipients. MHC homozygote horses of known ELA-A2 haplotype were used as MSC and peripheral blood leukocyte (PBL) donors. One MHC homozygote horse of the ELA-A2 haplotype was the recipient of ELA-A2 donor MSCs as an MHC-matched control. Donor MSCs, which were previously isolated and immunophenotyped, were thawed and culture expanded to achieve between 30x106 and 50x106 cells for intradermal injection into the recipient's neck. Recipient serum was collected and tested for the presence of anti-donor antibodies prior to MSC injection and every 7 days after MSC injection for the duration of the 8-week study using the standard two-stage lymphocyte microcytotoxicity dye-exclusion test. In addition to anti-ELA-A2 antibodies, recipient serum was examined for the presence of cross-reactive antibodies including anti-ELA-A3 and anti-RBC antibodies. All MHC-mismatched recipient horses produced anti-ELA-A2 antibodies following injection of ELA-A2 MSCs and developed a wheal at the injection site that persisted for the duration of the experiment. Anti-ELA-A2 antibody responses were varied both in terms of strength and timing. Four recipient horses had high-titered anti-ELA-A2 antibody responses resulting in greater than 80% donor PBL death in the microcytotoxicity assays and one of these horses also developed antibodies that cross-reacted when tested on lymphocyte targets from a horse with an unrelated MHC type. Allogeneic MSCs are capable of eliciting antibody responses in vivo that can be strong and also cross-reactive with MHC types other than that of the donor. Such responses could limit the effectiveness of repeated allogeneic MSC use in a single horse, and could also result in untoward inflammatory responses in recipients.}, journal={STEM CELL RESEARCH & THERAPY}, author={Pezzanite, Lynn M. and Fortier, Lisa A. and Antczak, Douglas F. and Cassano, Jennifer M. and Brosnahan, Margaret M. and Miller, Donald and Schnabel, Lauren V.}, year={2015}, month={Apr} }
 @article{cassano_schnabel_betancourt_antczak_fortier_2015, title={Mesenchymal Stem Cell Therapy: Clinical Progress and Opportunities for Advancement}, volume={3}, ISSN={2167-485X}, url={http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/S40139-015-0064-4}, DOI={10.1007/S40139-015-0064-4}, number={1}, journal={Current Pathobiology Reports}, publisher={Springer Science and Business Media LLC}, author={Cassano, Jennifer M. and Schnabel, Lauren V. and Betancourt, Aline M. and Antczak, Douglas F. and Fortier, Lisa A.}, year={2015}, month={Jan}, pages={1–7} }
 @article{schnabel_pezzanite_antczak_felippe_fortier_2014, title={Equine bone marrow-derived mesenchymal stromal cells are heterogeneous in MHC class II expression and capable of inciting an immune response in vitro}, volume={5}, ISSN={["1757-6512"]}, DOI={10.1186/scrt402}, abstractNote={The horse is a valuable species to assess the effect of allogeneic mesenchymal stromal cells (MSCs) in regenerative treatments. No studies to date have examined recipient response to major histocompatibility complex (MHC)-mismatched equine MSCs. The purposes of this study were to immunophenotype MSCs from horses of known MHC haplotype and to compare the immunogenicity of MSCs with differing MHC class II expression. MSCs and peripheral blood leukocytes (PBLs) were obtained from Thoroughbred horses (n = 10) of known MHC haplotype (ELA-A2, -A3, and -A9 homozygotes). MSCs were cultured through P8; cells from each passage (P2 to P8) were cryopreserved until used. Immunophenotyping of MHC class I and II, CD44, CD29, CD90, LFA-1, and CD45RB was performed by using flow cytometry. Tri-lineage differentiation assays were performed to confirm MSC multipotency. Recombinant equine IFN-γ was used to stimulate MHC class II negative MSCs in culture, after which expression of MHC class II was re-examined. To assess the ability of MHC class II negative or positive MSCs to stimulate an immune response, modified one-way mixed leukocyte reactions (MLRs) were performed by using MHC-matched and mismatched responder PBLs and stimulator PBLs or MSCs. Proliferation of gated CFSE-labeled CD3+ responder T cells was evaluated via CFSE attenuation by using flow cytometry and reported as the number of cells in the proliferating T-cell gate. MSCs varied widely in MHC class II expression despite being homogenous in terms of "stemness" marker expression and ability to undergo trilineage differentiation. Stimulation of MHC class II negative MSCs with IFN-γ resulted in markedly increased expression of MHC class II. MLR results revealed that MHC-mismatched MHC class II-positive MSCs caused significantly increased responder T-cell proliferation compared with MHC-mismatched MHC class II-negative and MHC-matched MSCs, and equivalent to that of the positive control of MHC-mismatched leukocytes. The results of this study suggest that MSCs should be confirmed as MHC class II negative before allogeneic application. Additionally, it must be considered that even MHC class II-negative MSCs could upregulate MHC class II expression if implanted into an area of active inflammation, as demonstrated with in vitro stimulation with IFN-γ.}, journal={STEM CELL RESEARCH & THERAPY}, author={Schnabel, Lauren V. and Pezzanite, Lynn M. and Antczak, Douglas F. and Felippe, M. Julia Bevilaqua and Fortier, Lisa A.}, year={2014}, month={Jan} }
 @article{schnabel_abratte_schimenti_felippe_cassano_southard_cross_fortier_2014, title={Induced pluripotent stem cells have similar immunogenic and more potent immunomodulatory properties compared with bone marrow-derived stromal cells in vitro}, volume={9}, ISSN={["1746-076X"]}, DOI={10.2217/rme.14.29}, abstractNote={ Aim: To evaluate the in vitro immunogenic and immunomodulatory properties of induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs) compared with bone marrow-derived mesenchymal stromal cells (MSCs). Materials & methods: Mouse embryonic fibroblasts (MEFs) were isolated from C3HeB/FeJ and C57BL/6J mice, and reprogrammed to generate iPSCs. Mixed leukocyte reactions were performed using MHC-matched and -mismatched responder leukocytes and stimulator leukocytes, iPSCs or MSCs. To assess immunogenic potential, iPSCs and MSCs were used as stimulator cells for responder leukocytes. To assess immunomodulatory properties, iPSCs and MSCs were cultured in the presence of stimulator and responder leukocytes. MEFs were used as a control. Results: iPSCs had similar immunogenic properties but more potent immunomodulatory effects than MSCs. Co-culture of MHC-mismatched leukocytes with MHC-matched iPSCs resulted in significantly less responder T-cell proliferation than observed for MHC-mismatched leukocytes alone and at more responder leukocyte concentrations than with MSCs. In addition, MHC-mismatched iPSCs significantly reduced responder T-cell proliferation when co-cultured with MHC-mismatched leukocytes, while MHC-mismatched MSCs did not. Conclusion: These results provide important information when considering the use of iPSCs in place of MSCs in both regenerative and transplantation medicine. }, number={5}, journal={REGENERATIVE MEDICINE}, author={Schnabel, Lauren V. and Abratte, Christian M. and Schimenti, John C. and Felippe, M. Julia Bevilaqua and Cassano, Jennifer M. and Southard, Teresa L. and Cross, Jessica A. and Fortier, Lisa A.}, year={2014}, pages={621–635} }
 @article{lustgarten_redding_schnabel_prange_seiler_2016, title={Navigational ultrasound imaging: A novel imaging tool for aiding interventional therapies of equine musculoskeletal injuries}, volume={48}, ISSN={["2042-3306"]}, DOI={10.1111/evj.12410}, abstractNote={SummaryReasons for performing studyNavigational ultrasound imaging, also known as fusion imaging, is a novel technology that allows real‐time ultrasound imaging to be correlated with a previously acquired computed tomography (CT) or magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) study. It has been used in man to aid interventional therapies and has been shown to be valuable for sampling and assessing lesions diagnosed with MRI or CT that are equivocal on ultrasonography. To date, there are no reports of the use of this modality in veterinary medicine.ObjectivesTo assess whether navigational ultrasound imaging can be used to assist commonly performed interventional therapies for the treatment of equine musculoskeletal injuries diagnosed with MRI and determine the appropriateness of regional anatomical landmarks as registration sites.Study designRetrospective, descriptive clinical study.MethodsHorses with musculoskeletal injuries of the distal limb diagnosed with MRI scheduled for ultrasound‐guided interventional therapies were evaluated (n = 17 horses with a total of 29 lesions). Anatomical landmarks used for image registration for the navigational procedure were documented. Accuracy of lesion location and success of the procedure were assessed subjectively and described using a grading scale.ResultsAll procedures were accurately registered using regional anatomical landmarks and considered successful based on our criteria. Anatomical landmarks were described for each lesion type. The addition of navigational imaging was considered to greatly aid the procedures in 59% of cases and added information to the remainder of the procedures. The technique was considered to improve the precision of these interventional procedures.ConclusionsNavigational ultrasound imaging is a complementary imaging modality that can be used for the treatment of equine soft tissue musculoskeletal injuries diagnosed with MRI.}, number={2}, journal={EQUINE VETERINARY JOURNAL}, author={Lustgarten, M. and Redding, W. R. and Schnabel, L. V. and Prange, T. and Seiler, G. S.}, year={2016}, month={Mar}, pages={195–200} }
 @article{schnabel_fortier_wayne mcilwraith_nobert_2013, title={Therapeutic use of stem cells in horses: Which type, how, and when?}, volume={197}, ISSN={1090-0233}, url={http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/J.TVJL.2013.04.018}, DOI={10.1016/J.TVJL.2013.04.018}, abstractNote={Stem cells are commonly used in equine practice to treat musculoskeletal disorders including tendonitis, osteoarthritis, and more recently laminitis. As the field of regenerative medicine continues to advance, equine practitioners need contemporary information regarding the choice of stem cell type and recommendations regarding clinical implementation of stem cell therapies. Clinicians must also be aware of the limitation in current knowledge regarding stem cells, and the impending regulatory laws that may limit the use of equine stem cells in clinical patients.}, number={3}, journal={The Veterinary Journal}, publisher={Elsevier BV}, author={Schnabel, Lauren V. and Fortier, Lisa A. and Wayne McIlwraith, C. and Nobert, Karl M.}, year={2013}, month={Sep}, pages={570–577} }
 @article{nixon_watts_schnabel_2012, title={Cell- and gene-based approaches to tendon regeneration}, volume={21}, ISSN={1058-2746}, url={http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jse.2011.11.015}, DOI={10.1016/j.jse.2011.11.015}, abstractNote={Repair of rotator cuff tears in experimental models has been significantly improved by the use of enhanced biologic approaches, including platelet-rich plasma, bone marrow aspirate, growth factor supplements, and cell- and gene-modified cell therapy. Despite added complexity, cell-based therapies form an important part of enhanced repair, and combinations of carrier vehicles, growth factors, and implanted cells provide the best opportunity for robust repair. Bone marrow-derived mesenchymal stem cells provide a stimulus for repair in flexor tendons, but application in rotator cuff repair has not shown universally positive results. The use of scaffolds such as platelet-rich plasma, fibrin, and synthetic vehicles and the use of gene priming for stem cell differentiation and local anabolic and anti-inflammatory impact have both provided essential components for enhanced tendon and tendon-to-bone repair in rotator cuff disruption. Application of these research techniques in human rotator cuff injury has generally been limited to autologous platelet-rich plasma, bone marrow concentrate, or bone marrow aspirates combined with scaffold materials. Cultured mesenchymal progenitor therapy and gene-enhanced function have not yet reached clinical trials in humans. Research in several animal species indicates that the concept of gene-primed stem cells, particularly embryonic stem cells, combined with effective culture conditions, transduction with long-term integrating vectors carrying anabolic growth factors, and development of cells conditioned by use of RNA interference gene therapy to resist matrix metalloproteinase degradation, may constitute potential advances in rotator cuff repair. This review summarizes cell- and gene-enhanced cell research for tendon repair and provides future directions for rotator cuff repair using biologic composites.}, number={2}, journal={Journal of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery}, publisher={Elsevier BV}, author={Nixon, Alan J. and Watts, Ashlee E. and Schnabel, Lauren V.}, year={2012}, month={Feb}, pages={278–294} }
 @article{schnabel_lynch_van der meulen_yeager_kornatowski_nixon_2009, title={Mesenchymal stem cells and insulin-like growth factor-I gene-enhanced mesenchymal stem cells improve structural aspects of healing in equine flexor digitorum superficialis tendons}, volume={27}, ISSN={0736-0266 1554-527X}, url={http://dx.doi.org/10.1002/jor.20887}, DOI={10.1002/jor.20887}, abstractNote={AbstractTendinitis remains a catastrophic injury among athletes. Mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) have recently been investigated for use in the treatment of tendinitis. Previous work has demonstrated the value of insulin‐like growth factor‐I (IGF‐I) to stimulate cellular proliferation and tendon fiber deposition in the core lesion of tendinitis. This study examined the effects of MSCs, as well as IGF‐I gene‐enhanced MSCs (AdIGF‐MSCs) on tendon healing in vivo. Collagenase‐induced bilateral tendinitis lesions were created in equine flexor digitorum superficialis tendons (SDFT). Tendons were treated with 10 × 106MSCs or 10 × 106AdIGF‐MSCs. Control limbs were injected with 1 mL of phosphate‐buffered saline (PBS). Ultrasound examinations were performed att = 0, 2, 4, 6, and 8 weeks. Horses were euthanized at 8 weeks and SDFTs were mechanically tested to failure and evaluated for biochemical composition and histologic characteristics. Expression of collagen types I and III, IGF‐I, cartilage oligomeric matrix protein (COMP), matrix metalloproteinase‐3 (MMP‐3), matrix metalloproteinase‐13 (MMP‐13), and aggrecanase‐1 (ADAMTS‐4) were similar in MSC and control tendons. Both MSC and AdIGF‐MSC injection resulted in significantly improved tendon histological scores. These findings indicate a benefit to the use of MSCs and AdIGF‐MSCs for the treatment of tendinitis. © 2009 Orthopaedic Research Society. Published by Wiley Periodicals, Inc. J Orthop Res 27:1392–1398, 2009}, number={10}, journal={Journal of Orthopaedic Research}, publisher={Wiley}, author={Schnabel, Lauren V. and Lynch, Maureen E. and van der Meulen, Marjolein C.H. and Yeager, Amy E. and Kornatowski, Matthew A. and Nixon, Alan J.}, year={2009}, month={Oct}, pages={1392–1398} }
 @article{schnabel_mohammed_miller_mcdermott_jacobson_santangelo_fortier_2007, title={Platelet rich plasma (PRP) enhances anabolic gene expression patterns in flexor digitorum superficialis tendons}, volume={25}, ISSN={0736-0266 1554-527X}, url={http://dx.doi.org/10.1002/jor.20278}, DOI={10.1002/jor.20278}, abstractNote={AbstractPlatelet rich plasma (PRP) has recently been investigated for use in tissue regeneration studies that seek to utilize the numerous growth factors released from platelet α‐granules. This study examined gene expression patterns, DNA, and collagen content of equine flexor digitorum superficialis tendon (SDFT) explants cultured in media consisting of PRP and other blood products. Blood and bone marrow aspirate (BMA) were collected from horses and processed to obtain plasma, PRP, and platelet poor plasma (PPP). IGF‐I, TGF‐β1, and PDGF‐BB were quantified in all blood products using ELISA. Tendons were cultured in explant fashion with blood, plasma, PRP, PPP, or BMA at concentrations of 100%, 50%, or 10% in serum‐free DMEM with amino acids. Quantitative RT‐PCR for expression of collagen type I (COL1A1), collagen type III (COL3A1), cartilage oligomeric matrix protein (COMP), decorin, matrix metalloproteinase‐3 (MMP‐3), and matrix metalloproteinase‐13 (MMP‐13) was performed as were  DNA and total soluble collagen assays. TGF‐β1 and PDGF‐BB concentrations were higher in PRP compared to all other blood products tested. Tendons cultured in 100% PRP showed enhanced gene expression of the matrix molecules COL1A1, COL3A1, and COMP with no concomitant increase in the catabolic molecules MMP‐3 and MMP‐13. These findings support in vivo investigation of PRP as an autogenous, patient‐side treatment for tendonitis. © 2006 Orthopaedic Research Society. Published by Wiley Periodicals, Inc. J Orthop Res 25:230–240, 2007}, number={2}, journal={Journal of Orthopaedic Research}, publisher={Wiley}, author={Schnabel, Lauren V. and Mohammed, Hussni O. and Miller, Brian J. and McDermott, William G. and Jacobson, May S. and Santangelo, Kelly S. and Fortier, Lisa A.}, year={2007}, month={Feb}, pages={230–240} }