Enteric Nervous System Progenitor Cells – For Hirschsprung Disease Treatment
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Product Details
This product consists of Enteric Nervous System Progenitor Cells – For Hirschsprung Disease Treatment (Clinical Investigation), a preparation of human pluripotent stem cell (hPSC)-derived cells. These cells are intended for ex vivo research applications in tissue regeneration, specifically for colonic tissue affected by Hirschsprung disease (HSCR).
This is a novel investigational cell product developed for research and has no direct commercial or aftermarket interchanges.
- Cell Type: SOX10-positive (60-80%) progenitor cells expressing p75 (97.9%) and CD49d (82.3%).
- Application: Designed for ex vivo transplantation into aganglionic colonic tissue segments.
- Mechanism of Action: Functionally improves tissue contractility through cholinergic and nitrergic pathways.
Part Number Matrix
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Brand | Part Number | Notes |
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Jevans B, et al. | doi:10.1136/gutjnl-2023-331532 | Primary research article; detailed methodology, results, cell characteristics |
Frith TJR, et al. | Stem Cell Reports 2020;15:557–65 | Referenced protocol development |
Gogolou A, et al. | Curr Protoc 2021;1:e137 | Referenced protocol details |
Engine & Model Compatibility
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Disease | Age Range | Gender | Tissue Source | Notes |
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Hirschsprung disease (HSCR) | 2 months–4.5 years | 6 males, 1 female | Colonic tissue from HSCR patients | Surgical discard tissue from 7 patients |
Technical Specs
- Product Type
- Human pluripotent stem cell (hPSC)-derived enteric nervous system (ENS) progenitor cells
- Clinical Application
- Hirschsprung disease (HSCR) tissue regeneration
- Cell Source
- Human embryonic stem cells (H9/WA09, H9-RFP) and induced pluripotent stem cells (SFCi55-ZsGr, MasterShef11, SOX10:GFP)
- Generation Protocol
- 6-day accelerated differentiation via WNT stimulation, TGFβ inhibition, moderate BMP activity, followed by retinoic acid treatment
- Cell Markers
- SOX10 (60-80%), p75 (NGFR) (97.9%), CD49d (82.3%)
- Cell Yield
- 500,000 cells/cm² used in transplantation studies
- Differentiation Potential
- Neurons (TUBB3+, TH+, PGP9.5+, HUC/D+, nNOS+, RET+, CALB2+, TRKC+) and glia (SOX10+, S100β+)
- Cryopreservation
- Cells maintain viability and differentiation potential after cryopreservation
- Integration Capability
- Cells integrate, migrate, and differentiate within HSCR tissue ex vivo
- Functional Effect
- Significant increase in basal contractility and electrical field stimulation (EFS) response in HSCR tissue
- Observed Migration
- Progressive migration from transplant site observed over 21 days
- Operating Temperature
- 37°C, 5% CO₂ (standard cell culture conditions)
- Delivery Method
- Injection via blunt Hamilton syringe with glass capillary needle (60 μm tip)
- Injection Volume
- 4 μL (500,000 cells total)
- Injection Rate
- 0.5 μL/min
- Culture Duration
- 21 days, with media changes every other day
- Product Dimensions
- 26.5" L x 15.0" W x 0.5" H
What’s in the Box
- Cryopreserved Human ENS Progenitor Cells
- Resuspended in DMEM F12 culture medium with N2, B27, and Primocin supplements
- Total Cell Count: ~500,000 cells per application
Installation Notes
- Thaw frozen donor cells according to the protocol and resuspend at a concentration of approximately 125,000 cells/μL.
- Prepare a blunt Hamilton syringe fitted with a glass capillary needle (60 μm tip).
- Carefully inject a total volume of 4 μL (containing 500,000 cells) into the target tissue area.
- Administer the injection at a slow, controlled rate of 0.5 μL per minute to ensure proper distribution.
- After the full volume is delivered, hold the needle in place for 1 minute before withdrawal to minimize cell leakage.
- Culture the transplanted tissue for 21 days under standard conditions (37°C, 5% CO₂), ensuring media is changed every other day.
Troubleshooting & FAQ
How is cell viability and identity confirmed?
Cells are confirmed for viability and differentiation potential post-cryopreservation. Key markers for identity include SOX10 (60-80%), p75 (NGFR) (97.9%), and CD49d (82.3%), ensuring the correct progenitor cell type is used.
What is the expected functional outcome?
In ex vivo studies, transplantation resulted in a significant increase in basal contractility and electrical field stimulation (EFS) response in treated HSCR tissue. A 68.4% positive increase in EFS response was observed across 19 paired tissue segments.
What are the limitations of the current data?
This product is based on an ex vivo model with a small patient sample (n=7) and a short 21-day timeframe. The model lacks immune system interactions, and long-term safety and efficacy data are needed. The removal of the mucosal layer for sterility is another limitation.
Is there an optimal cell dosage?
Optimal cell dosing information is still under investigation. The current protocol is based on a dosage of 500,000 cells per transplant, which has demonstrated functional improvement in the ex vivo model.
How were the functional improvements validated?
The improvements were validated via organ bath contractility assessments. The effects were confirmed to be neuronally-mediated, as they were blocked by the neurotoxin Tetrodotoxin (TTX).
OEM vs. Aftermarket?
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Safety & Important Info
- Verify all specifications and source documentation against your research protocol. If anything differs—even if your model appears compatible—do not purchase.
- This is an aftermarket replacement, not an OEM component.
- Professional installation is recommended for safety and performance.
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