Influence of strain and contact guidance on collagen organization in engineered cardiovascular tissues : implications for in situ tissue engineering

N. de Jonge, G. Argento, F.P.T. Baaijens, C.V.C. Bouten

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Abstract

Cardiovascular tissues have a prominent load-bearing function. Collagen fibers in the extracellular matrix provide strength to these tissues. In particular the content and organization of these fibers contribute to overall strength [1]. In case of changes in mechanical demand, collagen content and organization can be adapted; a process referred to as collagen remodeling. For the creation of engineered cardiovascular tissues knowledge about collagen remodeling is of utmost importance to produce tissues with load bearing function. In case of in situ tissue engineering (TE) collagen content and organization in the developing tissue can be influenced by local tissue strains as well as scaffold structure and degradation properties [2, 3].
Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationASME 2013 Summer Bioengineering Conference, SBC 2013
PublisherAmerican Society of Mechanical Engineers
Pages1-2
Volume1 B
ISBN (Print)978-0-7918-5561-4
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2013
EventASME 2013 Summer Bioengineering Conference SBC 2013 - Sunriver, United States
Duration: 26 Jun 201329 Jun 2013
http://www.asmeconferences.org/SBC2013/

Conference

ConferenceASME 2013 Summer Bioengineering Conference SBC 2013
Abbreviated titleSBC 2013
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CitySunriver
Period26/06/1329/06/13
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