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In this video, we explore groundbreaking research from Dr. Helmrath and his team at Cincinnati Children's CuSTOM lab, where they are developing methods to grow entire human gastrointestinal (GI) tracts from stem cells. These innovative techniques could revolutionize the treatment of GI disorders.
Key Highlights:
- Complexity of the Gut: The GI tract is more than just an epithelial lining—it's a complex system involving nerves, muscles, immune responses, and microbiota.
- Lab Achievements: The team has successfully grown human intestines from stem cells, which have been transplanted into animals and shown to be fully functional.
- Nerve Integration: Adding nerves to the transplanted tissue enhances vascular growth, making the grafts more effective, parti ...
Keywords
gastroenterologisttransplantGICuSTOMmicrobiotanervesmusclesvasculartissueperistalsisorganshydrogelsUV polymerizationesophageal strictures