Pigment epithelium-derived factor short peptides facilitate full-thickness cutaneous wound healing by promoting epithelial basal cell and hair follicle stem cell proliferation.

In conclusion, the present study reported the identification of two short peptides that can enhance the healing of full-thickness skin wounds following topical application. The underlying mechanisms may involve activation of basal cell proliferation and mobilization of hair follicle stem cells. PMID: 29201190 [PubMed]

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/29201190?dopt=Abstract

Source: Experimental and Therapeutic Medicine - December 6, 2017 Category: General Medicine Tags: Exp Ther Med Source Type: research