Myofibroblasts in Human Palatal Mucosa
- 1 January 1988
- journal article
- research article
- Published by S. Karger AG in Cells Tissues Organs
- Vol. 131 (2) , 161-165
- https://doi.org/10.1159/000146506
Abstract
Myofíbroblasts in human osseous palatal mucosa are described. They appear as fusiform or ramified cells, rich in homogeneous 60- to 70-Ångström-thick micro filaments, rough endoplasmic reticulum cisternae, and abundant pinocytotic vesicles in relation with the plasma membrane. On the surface of these cells there are small areas covered by basal lamina. Contacts between myofibroblast processes and other tissue elements are described. Small clusters of oxytalan fibers appear in the vicinity of these cells.Keywords
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