Venous Angiogenesis and Dermal Fibroblast Augmentation of Decellularized Dermis: Towards Transplantable Dermal Substitutes
Sze Wai Lau, Yu Ling Zhang, Dongyue Xie, Nicholas Maroun Makhoul, Charlotte Jaloux, Jake E. Barralet
This study shows that a flexible decellularized dermis can be vascularized around a single vein, with fibroblasts enhancing vascularization, and demonstrates improved vascular outcomes compared to subcutaneous implantation.
bioRxiv · Oct 2, 2026 · PreprintBioengineering