Abstract
Peripheral nerve injury and regeneration continue to be extensively studied through basic science research using animal models. A translational gap remains between basic science research and clinical application. The importance of peripheral nerve regeneration in basic science research depends on the design of the study, the outcome measures, and the time of regeneration selected. The purpose of this article is to provide an overview of the importance of the design and outcome measures of peripheral nerve basic science research, for hand surgeons to understand for potential clinical translation.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 608-618 |
Number of pages | 11 |
Journal | Journal of Hand Surgery |
Volume | 46 |
Issue number | 7 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Jul 2021 |
Keywords
- Basic science
- nerve regeneration
- outcome measure
- peripheral nerve injury
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Surgery
- Orthopedics and Sports Medicine