Tendon-derived stem cells from the long head of the biceps tendon

Abstract

These results suggest that the LHB tendon might be a suitable cell source for regenerative approaches, both in inflamed and non-inflamed states. The LHB with and without tendinitis has been characterized as a novel source of TDSCs, which might facilitate treatment of degeneration and induction of regeneration in shoulder surgery.<b>Cite this article</b>: J. Schmalzl, P. Plumhoff, F. Gilbert, F. Gohlke, C. Konrads, U. Brunner, F. Jakob, R. Ebert, A. F. Steinert. Tendon-derived stem cells from the long head of the biceps tendon: Inflammation does not affect the regenerative potential. <i>Bone Joint Res</i> 2019;8:414-424. DOI: 10.1302/2046-3758.89.BJR-2018-0214.R2.