Articles tagged with Muscle Tissue
Researchers at Johns Hopkins Medicine have successfully replicated heart stem cells using a new technique, producing over 100 million cells in four weeks. The resulting cardiospheres contain cells that can regenerate and develop into specialized heart cells.
Babies with complete DiGeorge syndrome, a fatal genetic disorder, are saved by a new combination of immune suppression and thymus transplantation. The technique reduces the risk of infection and allows infants to develop a functioning immune system.
Removing abdominal fat by liposuction did not improve insulin sensitivity or reduce risk factors for heart disease. However, the procedure was found to be safe for large-volume fat removal.
Researchers discovered that the Hoxb1 gene is necessary for forming a circuit between the brain and facial muscles, controlling movements such as blinking and facial expressions. The study's findings have implications for understanding and potentially treating Mobius syndrome and other nerve-related disorders.
Oral exposure to scrapie has been shown to lead to the deposition of pathological prion protein PrPSc in hamster muscles. This preclinical study provides new insights into the progression of prion diseases.
The ACS national meeting showcased significant discoveries in nanotechnology, including potential vaccine for diabetes and snake venom that removes blood stains. Researchers also explored the benefits of daily honey consumption on heart disease prevention and the impact of adult bone marrow-derived cells on brain and brawn repair.
A modified surgical procedure, EUPF surgery, has shown an 82% success rate in treating obstructive sleep apnea by reducing snoring and improving oxygen levels. Patients who underwent the procedure reported significant improvements in quality of life.
Researchers found that manual techniques can reduce permanent brachial plexus damage in babies by up to 50% compared to episiotomies. This approach also minimizes severe perineal injuries in mothers. The study suggests a safer and more effective alternative for managing severe shoulder dystocia during childbirth.
Researchers have created a strain of mouse whose muscle cells continuously produce mIGF-1, leading to significant muscle regeneration and tissue repair. This breakthrough sheds light on how stem cells specialize and integrate into damaged tissues.
A study at Duke University Medical Center found cardiac MRI can detect viable but damaged heart muscle, allowing for targeted treatment and improved outcomes. Researchers used cardiac MRI to visualize the beating heart, identifying areas of thinned muscle that could be saved with revascularization therapy.
The study identifies dysferlin as a critical protein involved in the repair process, which is faulty in two types of muscular dystrophy. Without dysferlin, muscles are unable to heal themselves, leading to progressive muscle degeneration.
A recent study found that regular consumption of raw garlic can prevent oxidative stress and tissue damage in rats. The results suggest that garlic has potential to save lives of patients undergoing heart surgery by protecting against ischemic-reperfusion injury.
A study found that people with latent toxoplasmosis are 2.65 times more likely to be involved in a road traffic accident, regardless of age. The research suggests that this parasitic disease is not harmless and poses a serious risk to public health.
Researchers have created a bioartificial trabeculum, or BAT, that exhibits rhythmic contraction at 100 beats per minute and functional cell-to-cell coupling. The model has potential applications in studying cardiac disease and developing new treatments for congestive heart failure.
Scientists have found a way to activate the utrophin gene, which can help compensate for the lack of dystrophin protein in muscles affected by Duchenne's muscular dystrophy. The study suggests that over-producing utrophin may be a viable alternative to adding a working copy of the dystrophin gene through gene therapy.
Researchers at Stanford University are conducting a randomized, multi-site clinical study on using therapeutic cooling to preserve heart muscle in heart-attack patients. The study aims to prevent or minimize damage caused by reduced blood flow during an attack.