What are the Key Properties of Effective Tissue Scaffolds?
Effective tissue scaffolds must possess several key properties:
- Biocompatibility: Should not elicit an adverse immune response. - Biodegradability: Degrades at a rate that matches tissue regeneration. - Mechanical Strength: Provides sufficient support for the developing tissue. - Porosity: Features interconnected pores to facilitate nutrient and waste exchange. - Surface Chemistry: Promotes cell adhesion and proliferation.
These properties ensure that the scaffold can support tissue growth and integrate seamlessly with the host tissue.
