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Breakthrough Stem Cell Trials Restore Mobility in Patients

3/27/2025

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Keio University researchers have unveiled groundbreaking results from clinical trials using induced pluripotent stem (iPS) cells to treat spinal cord injuries. Among four patients who received neural cell transplants, two experienced remarkable recoveries, with one even regaining the ability to stand. While these findings spark hope, additional trials are essential to ensure safety and effectiveness.

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Keio University researchers have unveiled groundbreaking results from clinical trials using induced pluripotent stem (iPS) cells to treat spinal cord injuries. Among four patients who received neural cell transplants, two experienced remarkable recoveries, with one even regaining the ability to stand. While these findings spark hope, additional trials are essential to ensure safety and effectiveness.