Research Could Lead to Stem Cell Techniques for Treating Damaged Hearts
April 23, 2008 -- Scientists have successfully grown \"master\" heart cells in a test tube and used them to significantly improve ailing heart function in mice. It's an achievement that's being lauded as another promising milestone in the quest toward cardiovascular regenerative medicine.
Researchers across the globe have been trying to coax stem cells into viable heart cells that can be used to repair or replace damaged cardiac tissue. Stem cells are the earliest precursors to cells; they have the potential to develop into a variety of different kinds of cells. A growing body of medical evidence suggests that embryonic stem cells may ultimately allow for the creation of functional heart tissue for transplants.
发表于 2008-4-27 23:06:05