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The Seed and the Soil Optimizing Stem Cells and Their Environment for Tissue Regeneration

The Seed and the Soil Optimizing Stem Cells and Their Environment for Tissue Regeneration ANNALS OF PLASTIC SURGERY Hyun, J. S., Montoro, D. T., Lo, D. D., Flynn, R. A., Wong, V., Chung, M. T., Longaker, M. T., Wan, D. C. 2013; 70 (2): 235-239

Abstract

The potential for stem cells to serve as cellular building blocks for reconstruction of complex defects has prompted significant enthusiasm in the field of regenerative medicine. Clinical application, however, is still limited, as implantation of cells into hostile wound environments may greatly hinder their tissue forming capacity. To circumvent this obstacle, novel approaches have been developed to manipulate both the stem cell itself and its surrounding environmental niche. By understanding this paradigm of seed and soil optimization, innovative strategies may thus be developed to harness the true promise of stem cells for tissue regeneration.

View details for DOI 10.1097/SAP.0b013e31826a18fb

View details for Web of Science ID 000313964300024

View details for PubMedID 23295233