Adipose-derived mesenchymal stem cells markedly attenuate brain infarct size and improve neurological function in rats

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>The therapeutic effect of adipose-derived mesenchymal stem cells (ADMSCs) on brain infarction area (BIA) and neurological status in a rat model of acute ischemic stroke (IS) was investigated.</p> <p>Methods</p> <...

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Main Authors: Sun Cheuk-Kwan, Kao Ying-Hsien, Yen Chia-Hung, Yuen Chun-Man, Lin Yu-Chun, Leu Steve, Yip Hon-Kan
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2010-06-01
Series:Journal of Translational Medicine
Online Access:http://www.translational-medicine.com/content/8/1/63