Monday, March 26, 2007

Stem Cell Treatment Could Save Patients With Heart Failure

Source: ABC News
Date: March 26, 2007

Summary:

ABC News reports on a new adult stem cell treatment for patients with heart failure:

"Scientists have announced that they have been able to use stem cells to treat patients with heart failure, some of the first evidence that the much-hyped therapy could have significant clinical benefits. In two studies reported at the American College of Cardiology conference, scientists used adult stem cells — not the more controversial embryonic stem cells — to treat patients and saw marked improvement in their health. Experts note these early studies need to be replicated in larger groups to confirm the results."