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Tissue Repair Matrices

Meaning

Tissue Repair Matrices refer to the complex, multi-component scaffolding structures, primarily composed of the extracellular matrix (ECM) and various signaling molecules, that provide the necessary physical and biochemical environment for cellular repair and regeneration following injury. These matrices are crucial for organizing the regenerative process, providing structural support for migrating cells, and presenting localized growth factors and cytokines that guide cell differentiation and proliferation. The integrity and quality of these matrices are profoundly influenced by hormonal status and are key determinants of scar formation versus true tissue restoration. They are the essential structural framework for healing.