Molecular Mechanism of the “Babysitter” Procedure for Nerve Regeneration and Muscle Preservation in Peripheral Nerve Repair in a Rat Model

Conclusions: End-to-side nerve “babysitter” in peripheral nerve could promote fiber regeneration and muscle preservation by regulating expression of IGF-1 and TWEAK-Fn14. End-to-side “babysitter” with partial donor neurectomy could achieve comparable effects with end-to-end repair.
Source: Annals of Plastic Surgery - Category: Cosmetic Surgery Tags: Peripheral Nerve Surgery and Research Source Type: research