Stem cells are unspecialized biological cells that has the ability to differentiate into different adult cell types and can divide to produce same type of cells thus helping in tissue regeneration or repair. They can be collected at the time of birth or from a healthy adult.
Sources of Stem cells
- Umbilical cord blood at the time of birth
- Bone marrow
- Adipose tissue
- Muscles
- Blood
Stem cells derived from bone marrow, adipose tissue and muscles, are easily obtained and abundantly available.
Indications
- Trauma or bone defects
- Damage to cartilage
- Osteoarthritis
- Avascular necrosis
- Muscular dystrophies
Benefits
- Bone repair
- Ligament and tendon repair
- Muscle and cartilage repair
- Joint repair in osteoarthritis.
- Tissue regeneration
