Tuesday, February 26, 2008

Adult stem cells may be beneficial for certain cardiovascular disorders and autoimmune diseases

Source: JAMA and Archives Journals
Date: February 26, 2008

Summary:

A review of previously published research suggests that stem cells harvested from an adult’s blood or marrow may provide treatment benefit to select patients for some autoimmune diseases and cardiovascular disorders, according to an article in the February 27 issue of JAMA.

HealthDay News also published an item on this story:

"Treatment with adult stem cells harvested from blood or bone marrow may benefit some patients with certain kinds of cardiovascular disorders and autoimmune diseases, a new U.S. analysis shows."