Scientists gather surgical leftovers to unlock Body's repair secrets

NCT ID NCT00802607

Summary

This study collected leftover bone, skin, and fat tissue from children's surgeries. Researchers used these samples to grow cells in a lab to learn how different tissues in the body repair themselves. The goal was to understand the basic biology of repair cells, not to provide any treatment to participants.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Childrens National Medical Center

    Washington D.C., District of Columbia, United States

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