Newly identified immune cell type could hold key to preventing scar tissue buildup in wounds

Researchers at the University of Arizona have uncovered a previously unknown population of circulating immune cells that play ...
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Blocking immune cell signals reduces scar tissue formation in wounds

Researchers at the University of Arizona uncovered a previously unknown population of circulating immune cells that play a critical role in fibrosis, the buildup of scar tissue that can lead to organ ...
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UA researchers say a type of immune cell could hold key to preventing scar tissue buildup

Researchers at the University of Arizona say a previously unknown population of circulating immune cells play a critical role ...
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Scientists Reveal How the Heart Repairs Itself After Damage

Scientists reveal how mapping cellular interactions in the heart could unlock better recovery after heart attacks.

The red hair gene may hold the key to healing wounds

MC1R is best known for something quite different from wound healing: the gene is responsible for red hair and very fair skin.

Red hair and fair skin gene may also play role in healing chronic wounds – new research

MC1R is best known for something quite different from wound healing: the gene is responsible for red hair and very fair skin.

Tiny microneedle patch shows promise fighting heart attacks

A tiny patch placed on the outside of the heart may someday help it heal itself after a heart attack, instead of slowly ...
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Every scar tells a story

Throughout our lives, we encounter all sorts of scars.
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Internal Scar Adhesions

Months after a C-section, many women still feel a tugging or sharp pain deep in their abdomen, especially when standing up, ...