Abstract
This study assessed the effects of cellulose nanofibrils (CNFs) and multi-walled carbon nanotubes (MWCNTs) on lung inflammation in a cigarette smoke-induced chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) mouse model. Prior to instillation, COPD model mice displayed distinctive cellular compositions and elevated cytokine levels in bronchoalveolar lavage fluid (BALF). After intratracheal instillation of 80 μg CNFs, no significant histopathological changes, BALF composition alterations, or cytokine level shifts were observed on day 28. This suggests minimal lung impact and no interference with reducing smoke-induced inflammation. In contrast, the instillation of 80 μg MWCNTs resulted in significant histopathological changes, increased cellular composition, and elevated cytokine levels in BALF on day 28. These findings indicate that CNF exposure had little effect on the lungs and did not impede the reduction of smoke-induced inflammation, while MWCNT exposure hindered the attenuation of pulmonary inflammatory response. The study emphasizes the importance of considering diverse cases, including individuals with pre-existing respiratory conditions, when assessing occupational safety and health risks associated with advanced nanomaterial exposure.
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