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Mesenchymal Stem Cell Space Occupying Composite

2011-060 – A significant hindrance to wound healing in both previously healthy individuals or those with penetrating Crohn’s disease is the presence of “dead space” as a result of pockets of inflammatory or infectious material. Keeping this dead space adequately drained and free from infection/inflammation throughout the healing process is a significant challenge resulting in significant cost and... Read More

Use of Collagenase-Resistant Pigs to Generate Calcification-Resistant Bioprosthetic Aortic Valves

2010-061 – Calcific aortic valve stenosis is a growing problem in developed countries, and valve replacement surgery is the second most common thoracic surgery performed worldwide (>100,000 procedures performed in the US in 2008). Bioprosthetic valves are the most commonly used devices to replace the stenotic valve, but only have a projected lifespan of 10-12 years. Cells infiltrating the... Read More