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1 Apr 2023
A breakthrough in medical research has been achieved by scientists who have discovered that a single stem-cell injection can reduce the risk of heart attack and stroke by 58%. This groundbreaking discovery is expected to revolutionize the treatment of cardiovascular diseases, which are the leading cause of death worldwide.
The study, conducted by a team of researchers, involved injecting stem cells into the bloodstream of patients suffering from inflammation. The stem cells, which are capable of transforming into different cell types, were found to reduce inflammation and promote the growth of new blood vessels, which are vital for the proper functioning of the heart.
It involved patients who had suffered from inflammation-related cardiovascular diseases, and were at high risk of heart attack or stroke. The patients were divided into two groups – one group was given a single stem-cell injection, while the other group was given a placebo. The results showed that the group that received the stem-cell injection had a 58% reduced risk of heart attack and stroke, compared to the placebo group.
The researchers are now planning to conduct larger clinical trials to further investigate the potential of stem-cell therapy in treating cardiovascular diseases. If successful, this could lead to a new era of personalized medicine, where patients are treated with their own stem cells, rather than drugs or surgery.