During the resorbable-polymer-boom of the 1970s and 1980s, polycaprolactone (PCL) was
used extensively in the biomaterials field and a number of drug-delivery devices. Its …

This review focuses on recent advances in the development and use of bioactive glass for
tissue engineering applications. Despite its inherent brittleness, bioactive glass has several …

Peripheral nerves can sustain injuries due to loss of structure and/or function of peripheral
nerves because of accident, trauma and other causes, which leads to partial or complete …

Peripheral nerve repair and regeneration remains among the greatest challenges in tissue
engineering and regenerative medicine. Even though peripheral nerve injuries (PNIs) are …

Tissue engineered nerve grafts (TENGs) have emerged as a potential alternative to
autologous nerve grafts, the gold standard for peripheral nerve repair. Typically, TENGs are …

Nerve guidance conduits (NGCs) have become a promising alternative for peripheral nerve
regeneration; however, the outcome of nerve regeneration and functional recovery is greatly …

Repair and regeneration of human tissues and organs using biomaterials, cells, and/or
growth factors is a great challenge for tissue engineers and surgeons. The convergence of …

Bringing to life the fascinating structures and unique mechanics of natural and biomedical
cellular materials, this book is an expert guide to the subject for graduates and researchers …

Microsurgical techniques for the treatment of large peripheral nerve injuries (such as the
gold standard autograft) and its main clinically approved alternative—hollow nerve guidance …

Surgical repair of severe peripheral nerve injuries represents not only a pressing medical
need, but also a great clinical challenge. Autologous nerve grafting remains a golden …