Stem Cells Open the Door to the Future in Medicine

Stem cell therapies have opened a new era in the fields of medicine and biotechnology. In our country as well, stem cells—stored under special conditions in cord blood and tissue banks approved by the Ministry of Health for family use or public donation—are offering hope for many diseases.

Used in a wide range of applications from blood cancers and immune system disorders to injuries and anti-aging treatments, stem cells have also shown promising results in the treatment of challenging conditions such as autism, cerebral palsy, spinal cord injuries, HIV, multiple sclerosis, Alzheimer’s, and Parkinson’s disease.

Mesenchymal Stem Cells

Mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) are adult-type cells that can be derived from umbilical cord tissue and form the main cellular components of connective tissue. They have the ability to differentiate into various cell types such as fat, bone, cartilage, muscle, tendon, and ligament cells.