Stem cell transplantation is a completely new and effective way to treat various diseases. At the moment, studies are still being conducted in different countries of the world that help to open up new facets of such therapy.
Stem cells are undifferentiated human structures containing its genome. Under certain conditions, they turn into any necessary cells of the human body, thus participating in the processes of regeneration, the formation of new tissues and organs. Similar structures are found in every organism, but they exhaust themselves as it develops. The largest number of stem cells is found in the blood and tissues of a newborn baby.
Today, stem cell transplantation is not only a very effective, but sometimes even the only effective method of treatment. A similar procedure is used to treat autoimmune diseases (lupus erythematosus, multiple sclerosis , etc.), which are accompanied by a strong immune response of the body to its own tissues. First, human stem cells are removed, after which chemotherapy is performed, during which all malignant tumors die. Only after this, the previously collected material is again administered to the patient - cells, tissues and the immune system begin to function normally.
Similar therapy is used for severe skin injuries - burns, wounds, etc. Stem cells are transplanted into a sick person, immersed in the appropriate matrix. As treatment progresses , the cells begin to change, accelerating skin regeneration. This technique is also used in the treatment of joint diseases.
Stem cell transplantation has also proven itself in the treatment of cardiovascular diseases. For example, in adulthood, tissues of the heart muscle lose their ability to quickly regenerate. Therefore, after a heart attack or any other damage on the muscle tissue of the heart, inelastic scars remain, which greatly complicate the work of the organ. With the timely introduction of stem cells, enhanced regeneration of myocardial tissues is observed - this prevents the possible consequences and complications of the disease.
Stem cell transplantation is also used in plastic surgery, as well as to rejuvenate and tighten the skin. This tool is much more effective and less risky than ordinary plastic surgery.
But as already mentioned, all the possibilities of such treatment have not yet been disclosed, since global research is still being conducted. For example, it is believed that with the help of stem cells it is possible to treat diabetes mellitus, Parkinson's disease, eliminate the effects of injuries and injuries to the brain and spinal cord, and also restore any tissue.
On the other hand, stem cells are the material for research on organ cloning.
Stem cells are a kind of panacea that can restore health even to those previously considered doomed. But the main discoveries have yet to be made.
As for the source of stem cells, this is bone marrow, since in an adult there is most of them. They practice transplantation of both their own cells and samples taken from a donor. The success of the procedure depends on many factors.
Another source is cord blood. Around the world, the collection and storage of placental blood, which contains a huge number of stem cells, has long been practiced. They are suitable for treating a newborn baby, but can also be used in the healing of his brothers, sisters or other relatives.
Stem cells are stored in special clinics where they are kept in suitable conditions - at a temperature of -196 degrees Celsius. Material is provided to owners upon request.