Vascularized lymph node transplantation successfully reverses lymphedema and maintains immunity in a rat lymphedema model
Abstract Vascularized lymph node transplantation (VLNT) has shown inspiring results for the treatment of lymphedema. Nevertheless, it remains unclear how VLNT restores lymphatic drainage and whether or not immunity recovers after surgery. Hindlimb lymphedema model was created using rats with extensi...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Wiley
2022-09-01
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Series: | Bioengineering & Translational Medicine |
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Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1002/btm2.10301 |