Cardiovascular Regeneration and Stem Cell Therapy

This book is the definitive reference on two of the most excitingareas of cardiovascular research - myocardial regenerationand stem cell therapy - for the treatment of disease. Editedby pioneers in the area, with contributions from every majorinvestigator worldwide, it covers: * * The biology of stem cells * The actions of stem cells from the bone marrow, the heart, andembryos on the normal restorative and repair functions of the heartand blood vessels * How stem cells could contribute to myocardial recovery in theface of injury and aging * How adjuvant therapy with growth factors might enhance stemcell activity in regeneration and repair * Clinical applications and clinical experiences This fully referenced publication presents the current state ofknowledge in both basic science and clinical practice, and is anessential reference for scientists, students, and clinicians.