Effects of Hair Follicle Stem Cells on Partial-Thickness Burn Wound Healing and Tensile Strength
March 2020
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The study investigated the effects of hair follicle stem cells (HFSCs) on healing deep partial-thickness burn wounds in rats. HFSCs, isolated from rat whiskers, were injected around the wound bed, and their impact on wound healing was assessed. Results showed that HFSC-treated wounds had an accelerated closure rate, faster re-epithelialization, and increased collagen deposition compared to controls. Additionally, there was enhanced CD31 expression and vascular density, along with improved tissue tensile strength in the HFSC-treated group. The study concluded that HFSCs could significantly enhance burn wound healing and tensile strength in rats.