Tissue Engineering in Urology- Progress and Prospects - A Review Article

Authors: Joseph Philipraj S*, Prasanna Ram and Parthiban N

DOI: 10.23880/oajun-16000164

Volume 4, Issue 2

Abstract

Regenerative medicine is a new branch of medicine based on tissue engineering technology. This field of science has many things to offer in reconstructive urology where native organ is non functional, and no substitute is available. Despite the initial promising results, it has not become a reality in the true sense. There are numerous obstacles that are slowing down the process of regenerative medicine. The progress shown in stem cell biotechnology and material science provides new vistas to translate experimental methods clinical reality. Tissue engineering encompasses a multidisciplinary approach with the main aim of development of biological substitutes designed to restore and maintain normal function in diseased or injured organs. This review is done to ascertain its current status and the progress that has been made in regenerative medicine in the reconstruction of various Genito-urinary organs.

Keywords: Regenerative Medicine; Tissue Engineering Technology; Reconstructive Urology; Stem Cell Biotechnology; Genito-Urinary Organs

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