Vectorization of Nucleic Acids for Therapeutic Approach: Tutorial Review

ACS Chem Biol. 2016 May 20;11(5):1180-91. doi: 10.1021/acschembio.5b01053. Epub 2016 Mar 11.

Abstract

Oligonucleotides present a high therapeutic potential for a wide variety of diseases. However, their clinical development is limited by their degradation by nucleases and their poor blood circulation time. Depending on the administration mode and the cellular target, these macromolecules will have to cross the vascular endothelium, to diffuse through the extracellular matrix, to be transported through the cell membrane, and finally to reach the cytoplasm. To overcome these physiological barriers, many strategies have been developed. Here, we review different methods of DNA vectorization, discuss limitations and advantages of the various vectors, and provide new perspectives for future development.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Animals
  • Drug Delivery Systems* / instrumentation
  • Drug Delivery Systems* / methods
  • Gene Transfer Techniques* / instrumentation
  • Humans
  • Nucleic Acids / administration & dosage*
  • Nucleic Acids / chemistry
  • Nucleic Acids / pharmacokinetics
  • Nucleic Acids / therapeutic use
  • Oligonucleotides / administration & dosage*
  • Oligonucleotides / chemistry
  • Oligonucleotides / pharmacokinetics
  • Oligonucleotides / therapeutic use

Substances

  • Nucleic Acids
  • Oligonucleotides