New Rochelle, NY, June 22, 2018--To help prevent possible complications such as nonunion at large fracture sites, researchers have developed a cartilage matrix that mimics the early stages of repair ...

The use of tissues with cells previously removed (decellularized) is gaining traction in tissue engineering research. These decellularized grafts serve as a scaffold for new cells to grow in an ...

Cartilage injuries are a common clinical issue, often caused by trauma, severe infections, or degenerative joint diseases. The lack of direct blood supply to cartilage and limited access to nutrients ...

All bones start off as cartilage. Cartilage generates an abundant and specialized matrix surrounding its cells (extracellular matrix) that promotes the growth of skeletal structures and is pivotal in ...