Treating Stroke Victims with Stem Cells

Experimental stem cell therapy at the University of Glasgow's Institute of Neuroscience and Psychology (Scotland) on 5 ischemic stroke patients seems to work, although it's still very early in the clinical trials.

All 5 patients exhibited - and sustained - reductions in neurological impairment and spasticity.  While the results were minor, small changes did impact the quality of life.  The more exciting news is the university has been given the go ahead to proceed with the next phases of the trail, called PISCES (Pilot Investigation of Stem Cells in Stroke).  This is the world's first regulated clinical trial for disabled stroke victims.

 

Picture courtesy of  Sky News

You can read more about this incredible medical advance at these links:

• From Sky News
• From University of Glasgow 1
• From University of Glasgow 2