Sunday, 17 January 2010

Stem Cells

Medical Author: Melissa Conrad Stöppler, MD
Medical Editor: William C. Shiel, Jr., MD, FACP, FACR

* What are stem cells?
* Why are stem cells important?
* What are some different types of stem cells?
* Embryonic stem cells
* Fetal stem cells
* Adult stem cells
* Peripheral blood stem cells
* Umbilical cord stem cells
* Induced pluripotent stem cells
* Why is there controversy surrounding the use of stem cells?
* What are some stem cell therapies that are currently available?
* What are experimental treatments using stem cells and possible future directions for stem cell therapy?
* Stem Cells At A Glance

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