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Mesenchymal Stem Cells: Roles and Relationships in Vascularization #MMPMID24410463
Melchiorri AJ; Nguyen BNB; Fisher JP
Tissue Eng Part B Rev 2014[Jun]; 20 (3): 218-28 PMID24410463show ga
One of the primary challenges in translating tissue engineering to clinical applicability is adequate, functional vascularization of tissue constructs. Vascularization is necessary for the long-term viability of implanted tissue expanded and differentiated in vitro. Such tissues may be derived from various cell sources, including mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs). MSCs, able to differentiate down several lineages, have been extensively researched for their therapeutic capabilities. In addition, MSCs have a variety of roles in the vascularization of tissue, both through direct contact and indirect signaling. The studied relationships between MSCs and vascularization have been utilized to further the necessary advancement of vascularization in tissue engineering concepts. This review aims to provide a summary of relevant relationships between MSCs, vascularization, and other relevant cell types, along with an overview discussing applications and challenges related to the roles and relationships of MSCs and vascular tissues.