Stem Cell Therapy
Stem Cell Therapy is a type of treatment that uses stem cells to repair damaged cells, tissues, and organs in the body. It is a rapidly evolving field in medicine and has the potential to treat a wide range of diseases and conditions.
Pronunciation
- Stem Cell Therapy: /stɛm sɛl θɛrəpi/
Etymology
The term "Stem Cell Therapy" is derived from the English words "stem cell" and "therapy". The term "stem cell" was first used in the late 19th century to describe the cells that form the basis of the development of multicellular organisms. The term "therapy" comes from the Greek word "therapeia" which means "healing" or "cure".
Related Terms
- Stem Cell: A type of cell that has the ability to divide and develop into different cell types in the body.
- Regenerative Medicine: A field of medicine that focuses on the repair, replacement, or regeneration of cells, tissues, or organs.
- Cell Culture: A process in which cells are grown under controlled conditions, usually outside their natural environment.
- Cell Differentiation: The process by which a cell changes from one cell type to another.
Overview
Stem Cell Therapy is a type of treatment that uses stem cells to repair damaged cells, tissues, and organs in the body. This can be done by transplanting stem cells into the patient, or by using drugs or other techniques to stimulate the body's own stem cells. Stem Cell Therapy has the potential to treat a wide range of diseases and conditions, including cancer, Parkinson's disease, spinal cord injuries, and heart disease.
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