Promoted Growth of Murine Hair Follicles Through Controlled Release of Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor

June 2002 in “ Biomaterials ”

Makoto Ozeki

vascular endothelial growth factor VEGF collagen hydrogel hair follicle growth biodegradable hydrogel

Studysummary This study found that controlled release of VEGF via a collagen hydrogel promoted hair follicle growth and cell proliferation in mice more effectively than free VEGF injections.

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