Implantation of a functional TEMPO-hydrogel induces recovery from rat spinal cord transection through promoting nerve regeneration and protecting bladder tissue.
RatSpinal cord injuryComplete transectionMaleImplantation into the spinal cord lesionAcute, at the time of transection
Model: Complete spinal cord transection
Implantation of the TEMPO-functionalised hydrogel produced significant restoration of motor function, promoted nerve fibre regeneration and bridging of the lesion, and protected bladder tissue from neurogenic damage.
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