Role of enkephalin derivative in promoting wound healing and scar remodeling via increased epidermal growth factor in a mouse model

Background Enkephalin, an endogenous neuropeptide, binds to the delta (δ) opioid receptor and exerts an antinociceptive effect. Recent studies have suggested that neuropeptides might effectuate cutaneous wound healing. Therefore, we investigated the effects of an enkephalin derivative on wound heali...

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Main Authors: Sun Eung Kim, Yu Jin Kim, Young Woo Cheon
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Korean Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery 2023-01-01
Series:Archives of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
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Online Access:http://e-aaps.org/upload/pdf/aaps-2022-00682.pdf