Virginija Vilkelyte

Ms. Virginija Vilkelyte


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Academic Career Length

3Years (2024-Present)

(Calculated once Scilit publication data is synced: current year − year of first publication + 1)

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5 July 2024 in Applied Sciences
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VVVirginija Vilkelyte
Virginija Vilkelyte
PTPolly Thompson
Polly Thompson
MCMaria Coelho
Maria Coelho
MWMałgorzata Woronkowicz
Małgorzata Woronkowicz
PSPiotr Skopinski
Piotr Skopinski
HRHarry Roberts
Harry Roberts
The cornea relies on a healthy endothelium to maintain transparency, and damage to endothelial cells can result in corneal oedema and vision loss. Current treatments, which often involve the use of donor corneas, face significant limitations due to a shortage of donor tissue. Although human corneal endothelial cells (HCECs) can be cultured and transplanted, their low attachment rates limit the effectiveness of these treatments. In this review, we examined studies that explore the use of magnetic nanoparticles (MNPs) to enhance the attachment of HCECs to the cornea. We evaluated the effectiveness, cell viability, and safety of this approach. Findings indicate that MNPs facilitate the targeted delivery of HCECs under a magnetic field, resulting in improved corneal clarity and reduced oedema in animal models. Cell viability remained high, and no significant safety concerns were identified. MNPs present a promising strategy to enhance HCEC transplantation. However, further research, including ongoing clinical trials, is necessary to confirm the safety and efficacy of this approach before it can be adopted for widespread clinical use.