Abstract
Stem cell therapy is rapidly evolving, with preclinical studies showing various stem cell types successfully promoting peripheral nerve regeneration. Despite the lack of clinical studies demonstrating efficacy and safety, the number of commercial entities marketing and promoting this treatment direct to patients is also increasing. We describe three adult traumatic brachial plexus injury (BPI) patients who had stem cell therapies prior to consultation in a multidisciplinary brachial plexus clinic. No functional improvement was noted at long-term follow-up despite claims reported by the commercial entities. Considerations and implications of stem cell application in BPI patients are reviewed.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 2011-2014 |
Number of pages | 4 |
Journal | Acta Neurochirurgica |
Volume | 165 |
Issue number | 8 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Aug 2023 |
Keywords
- Cell therapy
- Regenerative medicine
- Stem cells
- Traumatic brachial plexus injury
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Surgery
- Clinical Neurology