The use of adipose-derived stem cell therapy has expanded into a wide variety of scientific disciplines, from basic and clinical research to discovery and drug development. The versatility of these cells allows for a wide range of research applications. However, some of the most common uses of these cells are still in their infancy.
The
research team at Pennington Biomedical Research Center and the Clinical
Nutrition Research Unit of the University of Virginia, U.S., have been
investigating how adipose-derived stem cell therapy can be used in the development
of regenerative therapies. This type of therapy represents an abundant source
of adult stem cells, capable of differentiating along several lineage pathways.
Researchers are now exploring the possibilities of this new type of cell
therapy. Here, they discuss some of the most promising applications for
adipose-derived stem cells.
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Although
there are numerous advantages of adipocyte-derived stem cells, the potential
for human treatment is limited. While adipocytes have a well-documented
multi-differentiation capacity, they also exhibit immunomodulatory abilities
and may have a paracrine effect on the immune system. In clinical trials,
adipocyte-derived stem cells have shown superiority over bone marrow-derived
stem cells.
ADSCs
have been isolated from adipose tissue. The process of isolation of this stem
cell type has been widely studied. The stromal vascular fraction is isolated
from the body's fat and characterized by high levels of stem cell markers. The
stromal vascular fraction is enriched with these markers. This means that the
patient's body can receive more of the benefits of these ADSCs.
These
stem cells have immunosuppressive activity. They can prevent progressive renal
failure. Patients who undergo adipose stem cell transplantation may benefit
from this therapy. The procedure is relatively safe. There are no known side
effects, although it should not be considered a cure for any disease. Adipose-derived
stem cell therapy has been found to be effective in treating various
conditions, including diabetes and autoimmune disorders.