New Delhi, December 06: Stem cells have the potential to cure kidney diseases and “incurable” spina bifida (a neurological deficit) said doctors at AIIMS after conducting a five-year study on the potential of stem cells in these areas.
“Stem cells have the potential to repair and regenerate the kidney tissue. It has also shown positive results in cases of spina bifida, where people remain handicapped even after undergoing a surgery for it,” Professor D K Gupta, paediatric surgeon, AIIMS said here today.
“Use of stem cells in regenerating kidney tissue was a challenging task as the vital organ is made up of many different types of cells. With research work carried out in India and abroad, we can conclude that it has a potential in treating kidney diseases,” Dr Shilpa Sharma paediatric surgeon, Ram Manohar Lohia hospital said.
–Agencies