Dynamic in vitro hemocompatibility of oligoproline self-assembled monolayer surfaces

Biomater Sci. 2022 Sep 27;10(19):5498-5503. doi: 10.1039/d2bm00885h.

Abstract

The blood compatibility of self-assembled monolayers (SAMs) of oligoproline, a nonionic antifouling peptide, was investigated using the cone-and-plate assay imitating arterial blood flow conditions. End-capped oligoprolines composed of 6 and 9 proline residues (Pro6 and Pro9) and a Cys residue were synthesized for preparing SAMs (Pro-SAMs) on Au-sputtered glass. The surface of Pro-SAMs indicated hydrophilic property with a smooth topology. The adsorption of blood components and the adhesion of blood cells, including leukocytes and platelets, were strongly suppressed on Pro-SAMs. Moreover, Pro9-SAM did not trigger the activation of platelets (i.e., the conformational change of GPIIb/IIIa and P-selectin (CD62P) expression on platelets and the formation of aggregates). Our results demonstrate that Pro9-SAM completely inhibited acute thrombogenic responses and the activation of platelets under dynamic conditions.

MeSH terms

  • Adsorption
  • Blood Platelets*
  • P-Selectin*
  • Proline
  • Surface Properties

Substances

  • P-Selectin
  • Proline