What is Mesenchymal Stem Cell Transplant?
Category: Procedures
Generic name: Stem Cell Transplant
Mesenchymal stem cells (MSC) are found in umbilical cord blood, bone marrow, adipose tissue and other sites. They have been shown to have neuroprotective potential in animal models with stroke, brain trauma, Parkinson's disease and Multiple Sclerosis.
| Purpose | Patients | Evaluations | Perceived Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis | 2 | 0 | |
| Multiple sclerosis | 2 | 2 | |
| Diabetes type 2 | 1 | 1 | |
| Difficulty speaking (dysarthria) | 1 | 1 | |
| Difficulty staying asleep | 1 | 1 | |
| Fibromyalgia | 1 | 1 |
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- Can't tell
Side effects
Side effects as an overall problem
| Severity | Evaluations | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Severe | 0 | |
| Moderate | 0 | |
| Mild | 2 | |
| None | 4 |
Commonly reported side effects and conditions associated with Mesenchymal Stem Cell Transplant
| Side effect | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Sinus congestion | 1 | |
| Stiffness/spasticity | 1 |
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