Adipose tissue and stem/progenitor cells: discovery and development.

"Adipose tissue is a valuable, exploitable, appealing source of regenerative cells that can be used for a variety of clinical challenges. This article reviews the history of the development of adipose-derived cell science, particularly in the context of tissue engineering and regenerative medicine. It describes some of the advancements made in the field, as well as highlighting challenges and obstacles."
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