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GlossaryAllografts

tissue transplants between genetically different members of the same species

Allografts, also known as allogeneic grafts, refer to tissue transplants between genetically non-identical members of the same species. This type of graft is commonly used in medical procedures such as organ transplants, skin grafts, and bone marrow transplants. While allografts can be life-saving, they often require immunosuppressive drugs to prevent the recipient's immune system from rejecting the foreign tissue.

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research Advanced Therapies for Skin Injuries

28 citations , September 2015 in “Wiener Klinische Wochenschrift”

New skin substitutes for treating severe burns and chronic wounds are being developed, but a permanent solution for deep wounds is not yet available commercially.

research Bioengineering Skin Constructs

1 citations , November 2014 in “Elsevier eBooks”

Future research should focus on making bioengineered skin that completely restores all skin functions.

research Artificial Skin for Wound Healing

26 citations , January 1994 in “Clinics in Dermatology”

Artificial skin is improving wound healing and shows potential for treating different types of wounds.

research Long-Term Survival of Skin Allografts in Rats Treated with Topical Cyclosporine

22 citations , July 1987 in “Transplantation”

Topical cyclosporine significantly extends skin graft survival in rats.

research Whole-Cell Bioprocessing of Human Fetal Cells for Tissue Engineering of Skin

40 citations , January 2009 in “Skin Pharmacology and Physiology”

Fetal cells could improve skin repair with minimal scarring and are a potential ready-to-use solution for tissue engineering.

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