[The structure of the skin of the ear in domesticated pigs, with special reference to their use for human dermatological research. 2. Specific histology of the integument].
June 2001
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TLDR Pig ear skin is similar to human skin, making it useful for research, but it has some differences.
The study provided a detailed histological analysis of the ear skin of white domesticated pigs, focusing on its potential use in human dermatological research. It examined the structure of skin layers, cartilage envelopes, blood vessel distribution, collagen fiber architecture, hair follicles, and skin glands. The findings were compared to human skin, highlighting both the benefits and limitations of using pig ear skin as a model for human dermatological studies.
