Skulls of mice with craniosynostosis (IMAGE)

NIH/National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research

Skulls of mice with craniosynostosis

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A stem cell-based treatment given to young mice with craniosynostosis regenerated the flexible joints between skull bones and restored skull shape and size (right), compared to untreated animals (left), as shown in this 3D rendering.

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Amanda Frataccia, USC

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