Vascularized Tissue Engineering

Vascularized tissue engineering involves creating or repairing tissues with built-in blood vessel networks to ensure they receive proper nutrients and oxygen. By incorporating these tiny vessels into engineered tissues, scientists improve the tissue's survival, integration, and functionality after transplantation. This approach mimics natural blood vessel systems, addressing a major challenge in regenerative medicine—getting engineered tissues to thrive inside the body. Overall, vascularized tissue engineering aims to develop more effective treatments for injuries, organ damage, and diseases by enabling the growth of healthy, functional tissues with their own blood supply.