Fibroblasts as tissue-specific mesenchymal stem cells: A re-evaluation

This letter explores the evolving concept of fibroblasts as tissue-resident mesenchymal stem cells, challenging their classical definition by highlighting their phenotypic plasticity, multipotent capacity, and role in tissue homeostasis and regeneration.

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Progress in Stem Cell
Published
2025-06-30
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https://doi.org/10.15419/8a925j79
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Mesenchymal stem cell research
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Fibroblasts as tissue-specific mesenchymal stem cells: A re-evaluation

Songül ̈ Ünü
Progress in Stem Cell
Mesenchymal stem cell research
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Fibroblasts as tissue-specific mesenchymal stem cells: A re-evaluation

Songül ̈ Ünü
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This letter explores the evolving concept of fibroblasts as tissue-resident mesenchymal stem cells, challenging their classical definition by highlighting their phenotypic plasticity, multipotent capacity, and role in tissue homeostasis and regeneration.

Progress in Stem CellVol. 12(1)
Malatya Devlet Hastanesi (TR)
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