Abstract: Analysis of Acute Skin Rejection in Non-Human Primate Models of Face and Hand Allotransplantation
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INTRODUCTION: A large animal model for composite face transplantation is necessary to better understand the immunologic processes and nerve regeneration. Current porcine models of facial transplantation fail to include all major branches of the facial nerve, and have not demonstrated long-term survival.1,2 A better understanding and detailed evaluation of vascular anatomy and microvascular territories in facial subunits and bone can help effectively develop a reliable porcine composite tissue flap model for experimental reconstructive or transplantation studies.
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