Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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3432320 | American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology | 2016 | 9 Pages |
Abstract
Cytocompatible, enzyme cross-linked silk protein biomaterials show promise as a tissue bulking agent. The biomaterials were formulated to match the native mechanical properties of human cervical tissue. These biomaterials should be explored further as a possible alternative to cerclage for providing support to the cervix during pregnancy.
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Authors
Joseph E. MS, Benjamin P. MS, Alison M. BS, Michael D. MD, David L. PhD,