Stem cell therapy
What is STEM CELL THERAPY?
Key Aspects of Umbilical Cord Blood Stem Cell Therapy:
Source of Stem Cells:
Umbilical Cord Blood: The blood found in the umbilical cord and placenta after a baby is born contains stem cells that can develop into various types of blood cells. These cells are collected after delivery and can be stored for future use.
Applications:
Hematological Disorders: Cord blood stem cells are primarily used in treating blood-related conditions such as leukemia, lymphoma,
and other cancers of the blood. They are also used for certain genetic disorders and immune system conditions.Regenerative Medicine: Research is ongoing into the potential for using cord blood stem cells to treat other conditions,
including brain injuries, cerebral palsy, and heart disease.
Advantages:
Less Risk of Graft-Versus-Host Disease (GVHD): Compared to stem cells from adult bone marrow, cord blood stem cells have a lower risk of GVHD, where the transplanted cells attack the recipient’s body.
Greater Compatibility: Cord blood stem cells can be used in transplants where there is a lower degree of genetic match between donor and recipient, increasing the pool of potential donors.
Availability: Since cord blood is collected from the placenta and umbilical cord, it provides a readily available source of stem cells that can be stored for future use.
Process of Collection and Storage:
Collection: The collection of cord blood is a straightforward procedure performed immediately after the baby is delivered. The blood is drawn from the umbilical cord and placenta using a sterile technique.
Storage: The collected cord blood is then processed and cryopreserved (frozen) in a cord blood bank. It can be stored for many years, potentially providing a source of stem cells for future treatment
Current Status and Future Directions:
Clinical Use: Umbilical cord blood stem cells are already being used successfully in clinical settings, particularly for hematological conditions.
Ongoing Research: Scientists are exploring new applications and improving methods for expanding the number of usable cells from cord blood samples. Research into using cord blood stem cells for a broader range of conditions, including neurological and autoimmune diseases, is ongoing.
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