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On the origin of amniotic stem cells: of mice and men
2010
International Journal of Developmental Biology
A common characteristic of mammals is the development of extraembryonic supporting tissues and organs that are required for embryonic implantation, survival and development in utero. The amnion is the innermost extraembryonic membrane that eventually surrounds the fetus of amniotes, and contains the amniotic fluid. Next to its function in in utero development, the amnion has been shown to have an important potential for clinical applications. It is mainly used as a dressing to stimulate healing
doi:10.1387/ijdb.092935md
pmid:20446274
fatcat:2lv6sv4c2vdafabg6nk7v57e5y