Myofibroblast

Myofibroblast is a type of cell found in connective tissue and is important in wound healing. It has a unique ability to contract due to the presence of actin filaments, and can pull the edges of a wound together. This contraction also increases the tension on the wound and helps to form a clot that stops bleeding. Myofibroblasts also secrete molecules that help to support cell growth and promote tissue repair. They play a vital role in wound healing, tissue remodeling and fibrosis, and can be found in many organs, including the skin, heart, lung and liver. Myofibroblasts are also important in cancer development and research into them can help us to better understand the disease.