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October 2014 in “Stem cell research & therapy” Modified rat stem cells on a special scaffold improved blood vessel formation and wound healing in skin substitutes.
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A 16-year-old girl with gum overgrowth and excessive hair growth had successful gum surgery and healed well.
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