Stem cell therapy shows promise for repairing brain damage after stroke

Scientists reverse stroke damage with stem cells

Scientists in Zurich have shown that stem cell transplants can reverse stroke damage by regenerating neurons, restoring motor functions, and even repairing blood vessels. The breakthrough not only healed mice with stroke-related impairments but also suggested that treatments could soon be adapted for humans, marking a hopeful step toward tackling one of the world’s most devastating conditions.

Stem cell therapy shows promise for repairing brain damage after stroke

When someone has a stroke - a leading worldwide cause of death and disability - time is of the essence. Almost nine out of 10 cases are ischemic strokes, caused by restricted blood flow in the brain, and the current gold-standard treatment that breaks up blood clots must be delivered within four and a half hours of symptoms appearing.

Stem cell transplant for stroke leads to brain cell growth and functional recovery in mice

When someone has a stroke—a leading worldwide cause of death and disability—time is of the essence. Almost nine out of 10 cases are ischemic strokes, caused by restricted blood flow in the brain, and the current gold-standard treatment that breaks up blood clots must be delivered within four and a half hours of symptoms appearing.

Stem Cell Transplant Promotes Brain Cell Regeneration and Functional

When a stroke strikes, every second counts. Strokes remain one of the leading causes of death and disability across the globe, with ischemic strokes making up approximately 90% of all cases. These events occur due to an obstruction impeding blood flow to the brain, triggering a cascade of damage to neuronal tissue. The current frontline treatment involves administering clot-busting drugs, thrombolytics, that must be delivered within a narrow tim…