Low-level laser irradiation (LLLI) promotes proliferation of mesenchymal and cardiac stem cells in culture

Hana Tuby, Lidya Maltz, Uri Oron*

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Abstract

Background and Objectives: Low-level laser irradiation (LLLI) was found to promote the proliferation of various types of cells in vitro. Stem cells in general are of significance for implantation in regenerative medicine. The aim of the present study was to investigate the effect of LLLI on the proliferation of mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) and cardiac stem cells (CSCs). Study Design/Materials and Methods: Isolation of MSCs and CSCs was performed. The cells were cultured and laser irradiation was applied at energy densities of 1 and 3 J/cm2. Results: The number of MSCs and CSCs up to 2 and 4 weeks respectively, post-LLLI demonstrated a significant increase in the laser-treated cultures as compared to the control. Conclusion: The present study clearly demonstrates the ability of LLLI to promote proliferation of MSCs and CSCs in vitro. These results may have an important impact on regenerative medicine.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)373-378
Number of pages6
JournalLasers in Surgery and Medicine
Volume39
Issue number4
DOIs
StatePublished - Apr 2007

Keywords

  • Cardiac stem cells
  • Cell culture
  • Low-level laser irradiation
  • Mesenchymal stem cells
  • Proliferation

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