RESEARCH - Creating novel injectable biomaterials for cartilage tissue engineering

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Creating Novel Injectable Biomaterials For Cartilage Tissue Engineering

MedicalNewsToday.com

Article Date: 18 Mar 2011 - 4:00 PDT

Scientists at the forefront of stem cell biology are exploring new

approaches to creating surgical implants that could offer prolonged

benefits for sufferers of osteoarthritis and potentially even cancer.

At present, cartilage implants created using stem cells can only be

constructed as a solid shape, acting as an interim measure before the

almost inevitable need for total joint replacement.

Now researchers at the University of Bristol are investigating the

possibilities of a biologically-engineered synthetic liquid polymer

that would eliminate the need for further surgery by offering a one

stop, permanent solution.

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