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September 2018 in “Journal of Dermatological Science” M2 macrophages, a type of immune cell, help in new hair growth on scars by producing growth factors.
May 2016 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” M2 macrophages help hair regrowth in wounds by making growth factors.
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April 2023 in “Stem Cell Research & Therapy” Tiny fat-derived particles can help repair soft tissues by changing immune cell types.
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January 2019 in “Journal of Translational Medicine” Macrophages are essential for successful skin growth in reconstructive surgery.
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March 2015 in “PLOS ONE” Fibroblast Growth Factor-9 (FGF-9) can help improve heart function in diabetic mice after a heart attack by reducing inflammation and harmful changes to the heart's structure.