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Tissue engineering for craniofacial reconstruction

03-23-2007 · EurekAlert!

Tissue engineering has emerged as a promising alternative for the reconstitution of lost or damaged organs and tissues, circumventing the complications associated with traditional transplants.

Keywords: tissue, engineering, craniofacial, reconstruction

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