Canadian scientists and Swiss surgeons discover the cause of excess post-surgical scarring

(University of Calgary) Canadian Scientists and Swiss Surgeons discover the cause of excess post-surgical scarring.The finding could improve recovery from abdominal and pelvic surgery. The research published in Science, was conducted in mice and shows the excess scarring is caused by macrophages. The researchers also discovered two ways to inhibit this natural response. Macrophages are also present in humans. The team hopes to move to trials on human cells, soon, and eventually clinical trials.