Isolation and characterization of multipotent mesenchymal stromal cells from the gingiva and the periodontal ligament of the horse

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>The equine periodontium provides tooth support and lifelong tooth eruption on a remarkable scale. These functions require continuous tissue remodeling. It is assumed that multipotent mesenchymal stromal cells (MSC) reside in the peri...

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Main Authors: Pfarrer Christiane, Haeger Jan-Dirk, Hambruch Nina, Gasse Hagen, Mensing Niels, Staszyk Carsten
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2011-08-01
Series:BMC Veterinary Research
Online Access:http://www.biomedcentral.com/1746-6148/7/42