Mesenchymal Stem Cells in Soft Tissue Regenerative Medicine: A Comprehensive Review

Medicina (Kaunas). 2023 Aug 10;59(8):1449. doi: 10.3390/medicina59081449.

Abstract

Soft tissue regeneration holds significant promise for addressing various clinical challenges, ranging from craniofacial and oral tissue defects to blood vessels, muscle, and fibrous tissue regeneration. Mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) have emerged as a promising tool in regenerative medicine due to their unique characteristics and potential to differentiate into multiple cell lineages. This comprehensive review explores the role of MSCs in different aspects of soft tissue regeneration, including their application in craniofacial and oral soft tissue regeneration, nerve regeneration, blood vessel regeneration, muscle regeneration, and fibrous tissue regeneration. By examining the latest research findings and clinical advancements, this article aims to provide insights into the current state of MSC-based therapies in soft tissue regenerative medicine.

Keywords: mesenchymal stem cells; regenerative medicine; tissue engineering; tissue regeneration.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Humans
  • Mesenchymal Stem Cells*
  • Muscles
  • Regenerative Medicine*

Grants and funding

This research received no external funding.