Stimulation of Neurite Outgrowth Using Autologous NGF Bound at the Surface of a Fibrous Substrate

Peripheral nerve injury still remains a major clinical challenge, since the available solutions lead to dysfunctional nerve regeneration. Even though autologous nerve grafts are the gold standard, tissue engineered nerve guidance grafts are valid alternatives. Nerve growth factor (NGF) is the most p...

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Main Authors: Marta R. Casanova, Rui L. Reis, Albino Martins, Nuno M. Neves
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2021-12-01
Series:Biomolecules
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2218-273X/12/1/25