bioartificial

bioartificial

(bī″ō-ăr″tĭ-fĭsh′ăl) [″ + ″] Composed of both living and manufactured components, typically a collection of cells held within a scaffolding or membrane. Bioartificial organs can be used to assist patients with organ failure (e.g., end-stage heart, kidney, liver, or pancreatic disease).