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Rheological and biological properties of a hydrogel support for cells intended for intervertebral disc repair.
BMC musculoskeletal disorders - 10 Apr 2012
Benz Karin, Stippich Claudia, Osswald Claudia, Gaissmaier Christoph, Lembert Nicolas, Badke Andreas, Steck Eric, Aicher Wilhelm K, Mollenhauer Juergen A
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BACKGROUND: Cell-based approaches towards restoration of prolapsed or degenerated intervertebral discs are hampered by a lack of measures for safe administration and placement of cell suspensions within a treated disc. In order to overcome these risks, a serum albumin-based hydrogel has been developed that polymerizes after injection and anchors the administered cell suspension within the tissue. METHODS: A...
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