Effect of plant extract on the preservation of organ/tissue : an investigation on cell viability and mechanical properties
In this study, Aloe Vera extract has been explored as a pharmacologic additive in tissue preservation medium to prolong the “safe” ischemia time. Aortic (AV) and pulmonary (PV) valve leaflets were harvested from freshly procured porcine hearts and then subjected to preservation treatment of differen...
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2008
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| Online Access: | http://hdl.handle.net/10356/6018 |