Microalgae-based oral microcarriers for gut microbiota homeostasis and intestinal protection in cancer radiotherapy

发布时间:2023-03-22 22:08:39 浏览次数:650

Nature communications DOI:10.1038/s41467-022-28744-4

Dongxiao Zhang1,2,8, Danni Zhong1,2,8, Jiang Ouyang3,8, Jian He2, Yuchen Qi2, Wei Chen3, Xingcai Zhang 4,5, Wei Tao 3 & Min Zhou 1,2,6,7


Abstract

Protecting the whole small intestine from radiation-induced intestinal injury during the radiotherapy of abdominal or pelvic solid tumors remains an unmet clinical need. Amifostine is a promising selective radioprotector for normal tissues. However, its oral application in intestinal radioprotection remains challenging. Herein, we use microalga Spirulina platensis as a microcarrier of Amifostine to construct an oral delivery system. The system shows comprehensive drug accumulation and effective radioprotection in the whole small intestine that is significantly superior to free drug and its enteric capsule, preventing the radiation-induced intestine injury and prolonging the survival without influencing the tumor regression. It also shows benefits on the gut microbiota homeostasis and long-term safety. Based on a readily available natural microcarrier, this work presents a convenient oral delivery system to achieve effective radioprotection for the whole small intestine, providing a competitive strategy with great clinical translation potential.


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