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This research aims to explore the effectiveness of PVA/CS scaffolds combined with stem cells for neuroregeneration in spinal cord injury.

April 8, 2026Asian Spine Journal0 citationsOpen Access

Neuronal regeneration with novel polyvinyl alcohol/chitosan scaffold and stem cells in canine spinal cord injury model: from development to animal studies

YSYudha Mathan SaktiUniversitas Gadjah Mada RMRusdy Ghazali MaluekaUniversitas Gadjah Mada EDEry Kus DwianingsihUniversitas Gadjah Mada

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This research aims to explore the effectiveness of PVA/CS scaffolds combined with stem cells for neuroregeneration in spinal cord injury.
Development of polyvinyl alcohol/chitosan scaffolds.
Application of stem cell therapy in conjunction with stabilization treatment.
Animal model studies using canines with spinal cord injury.
PVA/CS scaffolds demonstrated positive support for neuronal growth.
Stem cell therapy showed enhanced neuroregeneration outcomes.
Combined treatment indicated a significant improvement over traditional methods.

Abstract

PVA/CS scaffolds and stem cell therapy have the potential to promote neuroregeneration in conjunction with routine stabilization treatment for the comprehensive management of SCI.

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