The prevention effects of cryptotanshinone nanoemulsion on postoperative peritoneal adhesions.

The purpose of this study was to prepare a novel cryptotanshinone-loaded nanoemulsion (Cry LN) and to evaluate its prevention effect on the postoperative peritoneal adhesions (PPA). The Cry LN was prepared by high-pressure homogenization method, and various methods were used to investigate the physicochemical properties. The results showed that Cry LN has nanoscale particle size with uniform distribution and could slowly release the incorporated drug compared with Cry solution. With superior safety, Cry LN could increase the ratio of tissue plasminogen activator (tPA)/plasminogen activator inhibitor-1 (PAI-1) up to 673% compared with control group. Furthermore, in vivo animal study confirmed the Cry LN activated the fibrinolytic system and successfully prevented PPA formation in rat. In conclusion, Cry nanoemulsion could be considered as a potentially promising and effective strategy for PPA treatment.