Tissue engineering and regenerative medicine in otorhinolaryngology

Abstract

Background and Aim: Regenerative medicine has been gaining popularity in the field of medicine, and the possibilities for tissue regeneration are immense in the field of otorhinolaryngology, which involves sensory organs and vital functions such as breathing and swallowing. Regenerative strategies offer the potential to restore functions such as hearing, facial expression, olfaction, and speaking, thereby reducing the disadvantages and risks related to traditional reconstruction strategies. This review summarizes the progress of regenerative medicine in otology and hearing, laryngeal surgery, rhinology, and craniofacial reconstruction. Relevance for Patients: Patients can be informed about the progress of regenerative medicine in the field of otorhinolaryngology and how it has evolved to ameliorate the symptoms of common diseases or cure even more severe ones.