Acellular dermal matrix cover improves skin growth during tissue expansion by affecting distribution of mechanical forces.
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DOI: 10.1097/prs.0000000000010709
Abstract: BACKGROUND Biological cover over tissue expander prostheses has been introduced to provide soft tissue support for tissue expanders during breast reconstruction. However, its impact on mechanically induced skin growth remains unknown. This study will investigate… read more here.
Keywords: cover; tissue expansion; skin growth; tissue ... See more keywords
Mechanical tension mobilizes Lgr6+ epidermal stem cells to drive skin growth
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DOI: 10.1126/sciadv.abl8698
Abstract: Uniquely among mammalian organs, skin is capable of marked size change in adults, yet the mechanisms underlying this notable capacity are unclear. Here, we use a system of controlled tissue expansion in mice to uncover… read more here.
Keywords: growth; stem cells; mechanical tension; skin growth ... See more keywords