Scientists Discover New Cell Type with Potential to Revolutionize Chronic Wound Treatment

After a century-long hypothesis, researchers find EndoMac progenitors that aid in blood vessel growth and tissue repair.

EndoMac progenitor cells, found in the aorta of adult mice, can transform into endothelial cells and macrophages.
These cells help grow blood vessels and repair tissue, especially when activated by injury or poor blood flow.
The discovery, published in Nature Communications, took nine years and could significantly impact treatments for conditions like diabetes.
EndoMac progenitors lack typical 'self' markers, making them ideal candidates for stem cell transplantation without immune rejection.
Researchers are now looking for similar cells in human tissues, with early results showing promise for broader therapeutic applications.