The impact of regenerative medicine and tissue engineering on US healthcare

Idoko Benjamin 1, *, Fedora Ochanya Idoko 2, Adeyemo Catherine 3, Ogochukwu Judith Ugwu 4, Naomi Uche Chibueze 5 and Taruwa Kudankum Makama 6

1 Department of Nursing and Midwifery, University of Sunderland United Kingdom.
2 Department of Human Physiology, College of Health Science, Benue State University, Nigeria.
3 Department of Business Administration, Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, Nigeria.
4 Ebonyi State University, Abakaliki, Nigeria.
5 Department of Nursing, University of Derby, United Kingdom.
6 Department of Nursing, Ahmadu Bello University, Nigeria.
 
Review Article
Magna Scientia Advanced Biology and Pharmacy, 2024, 13(02), 035–058
Article DOI: 10.30574/msabp.2024.13.2.0070
Publication history: 
Received on 14 October 2024; revised on 26 November 2024; accepted on 29 November 2024
 
Abstract: 
Regenerative medicine and tissue engineering are transformative fields with the potential to address some of the most pressing challenges in modern healthcare. This review explores the current field of regenerative medicine in the United States, focusing on its foundational principles, clinical breakthroughs, economic impact, regulatory frameworks, and integration challenges. Key advancements are highlighted across stem cell therapies, engineered tissues and organs, biomaterials, scaffolds, and gene therapy, with case studies illustrating successful applications. Additionally, this review assesses the economic implications, including market growth, treatment costs, and the shifting dynamics of insurance coverage and funding, which collectively shape the financial feasibility of these innovations. The paper also identifies critical barriers to widespread adoption, such as infrastructure limitations, training requirements for healthcare providers, ethical considerations, and the need for standardization in quality control. In examining future directions, the review emphasizes emerging technologies, strategic policy recommendations, and essential research priorities that could drive sustainable integration into healthcare systems. By providing a comprehensive overview of these areas, this paper highlights the potential long-term impact of regenerative medicine on public health and highlights the pathways necessary for its safe, effective, and equitable implementation in the United States.
 
Keywords: 
Regenerative Medicine; Stem Cell Therapies; Clinical Breakthroughs; Economic Impact; Healthcare Integration; Tissue Engineering.
 
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