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Cell-laden alginate hydrogels for the treatment of diabetes.
- Source :
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Expert opinion on drug delivery [Expert Opin Drug Deliv] 2020 Aug; Vol. 17 (8), pp. 1113-1118. - Publication Year :
- 2020
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Abstract
- Introduction: Diabetes mellitus is an ever-increasing medical condition that currently suffers 1 of 11 adults who may have lifelong commitment with insulin injections. Cell-laden hydrogels releasing insulin may provide the ultimate means of correcting diabetes. Here, we provide insights of this cell-based approach including latest preclinical and clinical progress both from academia and industry.<br />Area Covered: The present article focuses on reviewing latest advances in cell-laden hydrogels both from the technological and biological perspective. The most relevant clinical results including clinical trials are also discussed.<br />Expert Opinion: Current progress in technological issues (stem cells, devices, biomaterials) have contributed cell encapsulation science to have a very relevant progress in the field of diabetes treatment.
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 1744-7593
- Volume :
- 17
- Issue :
- 8
- Database :
- MEDLINE
- Journal :
- Expert opinion on drug delivery
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 32515621
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1080/17425247.2020.1778667