Factors that might affect your response to stem cell therapy for Spina Bifida include:-

–        Dose/Number of stem cells: The higher the dose of stem cells – within limits of course – the better the response. At Beike Technology, we administer an optimum dose of around 120-400 Million Cells (depending on the person’s weight and age) for people with NTDs.

–        Route/Method of administration: Studies have shown that combining intrathecal injection (through lumbar puncture directly within the brain’s CSF) with the traditional intravenous route provides better response than administering intravenous injections alone (which causes stem cells to go to other organs than the brain before reaching the brain). Therefore, at Beike Technology, we use both intravenous and intrathecal routes concomitantly in order to obtain the maximal efficacy; while ensuring the least possible side effects or toxicity.

–        Type of Stem Cells used: Mesenchymal stem cells have the best-proven efficacy in spina bifida – compared to other types of stem cells – which is why we use umbilical cord tissue mesenchymal cells at Beike as the main source of stem cells. Also, believing that each type of stem cells has its own primary benefit, we have decided to additionally extract and use umbilical cord blood stem cells (hematopoietic stem cells) concomitantly to achieve better results in patients with spina bifida.

–        Timing of stem cell transplantation: Early intervention is crucial for people with NTDs – prior to reaching the end of the time window needed for adequate brain development. Therefore, we recommend early intervention soon after birth and diagnosis.

–        Follow-up Time: Significant benefits from stem cell therapy in patients with NTDs begin appearing around 3 to 6 months after stem cell therapy, and most people reach their full potential around 6 to 12 months after treatment. At Beike Technology, even after discharge, we provide you with a full follow-up program beginning as early as one month and up to one year after transplantation. You have complete access to our professional team even after you leave our center.