A novel method of tracheal anastomosis healing using a single submucosal injection of basic fibroblast growth factor: initial report.

A new wound-healing concept of airway anastomosis could be provided by the results that single injection of bFGF regenerated tracheal cartilage in rabbits and strengthened the anastomosis by bridging the regenerated and well-matured cartilage. Further investigation of this method will lead to potential clinical applications for reinforcement of tracheal anastomoses.