The document discussed the potential applications of stem cell therapy in veterinary dermatology, focusing on mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs). It explored various sources and types of stem cells, their identification, and characterization, as well as their mechanisms of action. The text highlighted the use of MSCs in treating chronic nonhealing wounds, immune-mediated skin diseases, scar tissue, and alopecia. It also touched on the role of bulge stem cell markers in oncology and the regulatory aspects of stem cell therapy by the US FDA. The chapter concluded with future perspectives on the use of stem cell therapy in veterinary dermatology.
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April 2012 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Damaged hair follicle stem cells can cause permanent hair loss, but understanding their role could lead to new treatments.
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September 2010 in “Journal of dermatological science” Bone marrow and umbilical cord stem cells can help grow new hair.
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April 2010 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Canine hair follicles have stem cells similar to human hair follicles, useful for studying hair disorders.
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October 2009 in “Veterinary Dermatology” Canine hair follicles contain stem-like cells with high growth potential.
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July 2006 in “Veterinary dermatology” CD34 marks potential stem cells in dog hair follicles.
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March 1999 in “Journal of Cutaneous Pathology” Trichoepitheliomas and some basal cell carcinomas likely come from hair follicle stem cells.
