Stem Cells: A New Horizon for Diabetes Treatment?

Diabetes remains a global health challenge, often requiring lifelong management. But what if we could go beyond managing symptoms and explore pathways to functional treatment?

Exciting advancements in stem cell research are paving the way for novel therapeutic opportunities; a team of experts including European Wellness founder Prof. Dato’ Sri Dr. Mike Chan has recently completed a comprehensive review article – published in the American Journal of Biomedical Science & Research – that dives deep into this topic!

Some key insights…

✅ Pluripotent Stem Cells (hPSCs/iPSCs): These remarkable cells hold the potential to be transformed into insulin-producing beta cells, offering a path towards replacing lost function and potentially achieving insulin independence. Early trials are showing encouraging results!

✅ Mesenchymal Stem Cells (MSCs): Allogeneic MSCs show promise in protecting existing beta cells and modulating the immune system, potentially slowing disease progression and improving transplant outcomes.

✅ Overcoming Hurdles: While challenges like immune rejection and costs exist, researchers are actively developing strategies like immune evasion techniques and bioengineered scaffolds to enhance the safety and effectiveness of these therapies.

Watch the video:
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Read the full paper to explore the science: https://european-wellness.eu/publications/stem-cells-novel-opportunities-for-patients-with-diabetes/

More EW Publications: https://european-wellness.eu/publications/