Tissue Regeneration and Repair

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Which of the following cell types is MOST associated with the initial formation of granulation tissue during tissue repair?

  • Neutrophils
  • Myofibroblasts
  • Fibroblasts (correct)
  • Epithelial cells

In the context of tissue repair, what is the primary role of collagen type III?

  • Forms the initial scaffolding of granulation tissue (correct)
  • Inhibits fibroblast proliferation to prevent excessive scarring
  • Facilitates angiogenesis by providing structural support to new blood vessels
  • Provides high tensile strength in mature scar tissue

What is the correct sequence of events in tissue repair?

  • Regeneration, Inflammation, Remodeling
  • Inflammation, Regeneration, Remodeling (correct)
  • Inflammation, Remodeling, Regeneration
  • Remodeling, Inflammation, Regeneration

Following a skin injury, such as a paper cut, approximately how long does is take for the remodeling phase of tissue repair to begin?

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Platelet-derived growth factor (PDGF) and fibroblast growth factor (FGF) are secreted by macrophages and promote which of the following processes during tissue repair?

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What is the MAIN function of Tissue Growth Factor beta (TGF-β) in tissue repair?

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What is the role of matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs) during tissue repair, and how is this activity modulated by TGF-β?

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Which of the following BEST describes the sequence of events during angiogenesis in tissue repair?

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Following a superficial skin injury that heals without scarring, which process is MOST responsible for the restoration of normal tissue structure and function?

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Scar formation is MOST likely to occur when:

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What distinguishes myofibroblasts from regular fibroblasts?

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In the context of tissue repair, what is angiogenesis primarily responsible for?

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Which of the following BEST describes the role of inflammatory cells in tissue repair?

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Which event primarily characterizes the regeneration phase of tissue repair?

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If a wound fails to undergo complete regeneration, what is the MOST likely outcome?

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What is the significance of the transition from collagen type III to collagen type I during the remodeling phase?

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If a patient has a chronic wound with impaired healing, which of the following growth factors would MOST likely be deficient, contributing to reduced collagen deposition and tissue repair?

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Which aspect of fibroblast function is DIRECTLY inhibited by Tissue Growth Factor beta (TGF-β)?

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How does the role of angiogenesis change as tissue repair progresses from the early to later stages?

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A patient with a skin laceration that extends into the dermis heals with significant scar tissue. Why did the tissue heal via scar formation rather than regeneration?

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Flashcards

Repair, Healing, Resolution

Interchangeable terms referring to the body's process of mending damaged tissues.

Regeneration

Occurs in tissues with high cell division capacity, like skin, intestines, and liver, restoring original structure and function.

Connective Tissue Components

Blood vessels contribute to angiogenesis. Fibroblasts produce extracellular matrix proteins. Collagen and elastin are structural proteins.

Myofibroblasts

Specialized fibroblasts with contractile properties, aiding in wound contraction.

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Collagen Type I

Strong, high tensile strength; predominates in mature scars.

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Collagen Type III

Reticular connective tissue and granulation tissue.

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Tissue Injury Phase

Initial phase involving blood clot formation via coagulation factors and platelets to stop bleeding.

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Regeneration Phase

Stem cell proliferation and differentiation. Connective tissue (dermis) lays down. Granulation tissue forms a template.

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Remodeling Phase

Transition from collagen type III (granulation tissue) to collagen type I (higher tensile strength).

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One Day, One Week, One Month

Sequence to remember the phases of tissue repair.

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Tissue Repair

Migration and proliferation of fibroblasts. Deposition of extracellular matrix proteins like collagen.

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Orchestrators of Proliferation

Growth factors and cytokines secreted by macrophages orchestrate proliferation.

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Key Players in Tissue Repair

Macrophages

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Platelet-Derived Growth Factor and Fibroblast Growth Factor (PDGF & FGF)

Promotes fibroblast proliferation and tissue growth.

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Tissue Growth Factor Beta (TGF-β)

Promotes collagen deposition, fibrosis, and scarring.

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Metalloproteinases

Enzymes that break down extracellular matrix; inhibited during tissue repair to build rather than break down.

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Fibroblast growth factor

Recruit perivascular cells.

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Inflammation in Tissue Repair

Initial tissue response involving blood clot, followed by accumulation of macrophages and secretions.

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Remodeling in Tissue Repair

Scaffolding, increased fibroblastic activity, and collagen type III production.

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Scar Formation

Increased collagen deposition leading to fibrosis; occurs when regeneration isn't possible.

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Study Notes

  • Repair, healing, and resolution are interchangeable terms.
  • Regeneration occurs in cells with high proliferative capacity, like skin, intestines, and liver.

Connective Tissue Components

  • Blood vessels contribute to angiogenesis
  • Fibroblasts produce extracellular matrix proteins like collagen
  • Fibroblasts produce structural proteins and ground substance such as collagen, elastin, and proteoglycans.
  • Myofibroblasts are specialized fibroblasts with contractile properties.
  • Collagen type one has high tensile strength.
  • Collagen type three is in reticular connective tissue and granulation tissue.

Tissue Regeneration and Repair: Three Phases

  • Tissue Injury: Coagulation factors and platelets fill defect; inflammatory cells recruited to fight infection.
  • Regeneration Phase: Stem cell proliferation and differentiation occur. Granulation tissue forms as a scaffold. Angiogenesis occurs; epithelial cells proliferate to "bridge" the wound.
  • Remodeling: New cells fill the void; collagen type three converts to collagen type one.

Timeline of Tissue Regeneration

  • One day: Tissue injury and inflammation.
  • One week: Regenerative materials accumulate and start to build.
  • One month: Remodeled end product with new cells.

Cell Migration and Proliferation

  • Fibroblasts migrate and proliferate, depositing extracellular matrix proteins like collagen.
  • Growth factors and cytokines, secreted by macrophages, orchestrate proliferative properties.
  • Macrophages and fibroblasts are key players in this process.
  • Platelet-derived growth factor and fibroblast growth factor promote collagen fibroblast proliferation and tissue growth.
  • Tissue growth factor beta (TGF-β) contributes to fibrosis and scarring by stimulating fibroblast migration and proliferation, increasing collagen and fibronectin synthesis, and inhibiting metalloproteinases.
  • Metalloproteinases break down the extracellular matrix

Angiogenesis

  • Fibroblast growth factor recruits peri-endothelial cells and smooth muscle cells.
  • Endothelial proliferation is suppressed towards the end of vessel formation.
  • Basal lamina is deposited to complete blood vessel development.

Sequence Recap

  • Inflammation, regeneration and remodeling, and tissue repair are the sequence of events.

Tissue Repair Outcomes

  • One day: Inflammation and blood clot formation.
  • Up to seven days: Accumulation of materials, macrophages, secretions, and start of angiogenesis.
  • Remodeling involves laying down granulation tissue and increased fibroblastic proliferation, producing collagen type three.
  • Collagen type three replaced with collagen type one over time.
  • Epithelial regeneration may occur, especially in skin.
  • By one month, tissue either regenerates or forms a scar.
  • Regeneration restores tissue; lack of regeneration leads to scarring

Scarring

  • Increased collagen deposition can lead to fibrosis and scarring if regeneration is not possible.

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