Bioengineering von Herzklappen

Abstract

Clinically used valve prostheses are still associated with several limitations. The biological prostheses are limited due to their durability and mechanical valves need permanent oral anticoagulation. Tissue engineering could become a capable tool to create an „ideal” living heart valve with the potential to grow. This would be a matter of particular interest especially in paediatric patients. This article gives a short overview about current concepts, used cell types and clinical experiences with tissue engineered heart valves.

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