Amniotic Membrane Origin, Characterization and Medical Applications /

This book describes the human amniotic membrane from its origin, characterization and medical applications, summarizing all the latest developments and findings related to this tissue with contributions from some of the leading researchers in the field. The book addresses issues for its preservation...

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Corporate Author: SpringerLink (Online service)
Other Authors: Mamede, Ana Catarina (Editor), Botelho, Maria Filomena (Editor)
Format: Electronic eBook
Language:English
Published: Dordrecht : Springer Netherlands : Imprint: Springer, 2015.
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Online Access:Full Text via HEAL-Link
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Summary:This book describes the human amniotic membrane from its origin, characterization and medical applications, summarizing all the latest developments and findings related to this tissue with contributions from some of the leading researchers in the field. The book addresses issues for its preservation, separation and identification of amniotic membrane-derived cells, as well as the potential ethical issues involved in their use. The topic of this book is particularly pertinent for clinicians and researchers involved in the research and use of this tissue.
Physical Description:IX, 254 p. 37 illus., 32 illus. in color. online resource.
ISBN:9789401799751