The concepts and applications of tissue engineering in otorhinolaryngology

Abstract

Introduction: Tissue engineering is a rapidly developing field that, making biological substitutes for the repair and regeneration of damaged tissues, will play an important role in the future of otorhinolaryngology.

Objective: In this article we explain the principles of regenerative medicine and its potential applications in Otorhinolaryngology.

Materials and methods: The authors searched the published literature on this topic, chose relevant references, and extracted and systematized the data.

Results and conclusion: There are some exciting possibilities for future treatments in otorhinolaryngology applying the concepts of tissue engineering.

Keywords: Cuerdas vocales; Ear pinna; Ingeniería de tejidos; Oreja; Perforación de la membrana timpánica; Rhinoplasty; Rinoplastia; Tissue engineering; Trachea; Tráquea; Tympanic membrane perforation; Vocal cords.