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Human amniotic membrane (hAM) serves as a versatile scaffold for tissue engineering, enhancing wound healing and regeneration. This review covers hAM applications, engineered products, and preservation methods to maintain biological functions.

Keywords:
cryopreservationcryoprotective agent (CPA)extracellular matrix (ECM)human amniotic membrane (hAM)scaffoldtissue engineering (TE)

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Area of Science:

  • Biomaterials Science
  • Regenerative Medicine
  • Tissue Engineering

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  • Human amniotic membrane (hAM) is a valuable biomaterial for tissue engineering due to its extracellular matrix structure and biological properties.
  • hAM is widely used as a skin dressing and corneal graft, promoting wound healing and tissue regeneration.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review recent advancements in the application of native hAM and hAM-based engineered scaffolds.
  • To discuss techniques for preserving hAM and its engineered products to maintain critical biological functions.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of current research on hAM applications in tissue engineering.
  • Analysis of studies on hAM-based scaffold development and preservation techniques.

Main Results:

  • hAM-based scaffolds mimic native membrane structure, enhancing performance in tissue regeneration.
  • Preservation methods are crucial for maintaining hAM's biological activities like angiogenesis and anti-inflammation.

Conclusions:

  • hAM is a promising scaffold material for various tissue engineering applications.
  • Optimized preservation techniques are essential for maximizing the therapeutic potential of hAM and its derivatives.