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Bioartificial organs offer a promising solution to donor organ shortages by using bioengineering to create functional replacements. This review covers platforms, cell sources, and challenges in developing these life-saving regenerative medicine technologies.

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  • Regenerative Medicine
  • Biomaterials Science
  • Tissue Engineering

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  • Native organs feature complex cellular arrangements and microenvironments.
  • Bioartificial organs aim to replicate native organ function for transplantation.
  • Addressing the critical shortage of donor organs is a major medical challenge.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review emerging platforms for assembling multiple cell types into functional bioartificial organs.
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    • Significant progress has been made in cell sourcing, in vitro culture, and in vivo evaluation techniques.
    • Key challenges remain in achieving full functional integration and long-term viability.

    Conclusions:

    • Bioartificial organs represent a significant advancement in regenerative medicine, offering potential solutions for organ transplantation.
    • Continued interdisciplinary collaboration is essential to overcome current developmental hurdles.
    • Further research into advanced biomaterials, cell-based therapies, and clinical translation is critical.