- Background and Objective: The article reviews the potential of mesenchymal stem cell (MSC) therapy as a treatment for COVID-19. COVID-19, caused by SARS-CoV-2, has become a global pandemic with significant morbidity and mortality. The disease often leads to a severe inflammatory response known as a cytokine storm, which can cause acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) and other serious complications.
- Methods and Findings: MSCs are multipotent stromal cells known for their ability to differentiate into various cell types and secrete cytokines that modulate the immune response. Studies have shown that MSCs can reduce inflammation, promote tissue repair, and improve outcomes in patients with ARDS caused by viral infections. Clinical trials and experimental research indicate that MSC therapy is safe and can reduce the severity of lung injury in COVID-19 patients.
- Conclusion: The report concludes that MSC therapy is a promising treatment for COVID-19, particularly for patients with severe respiratory complications. The therapy has shown good safety profiles and efficacy in reducing inflammation and promoting recovery in clinical settings. However, further large-scale clinical trials are needed to confirm these findings and establish standardized protocols for MSC therapy in COVID-19 treatment.
Stem cell therapy: A promising treatment for COVID-19 (Summary)
Date of report : 2021-12-16
Covid 19
This report is an invited article and was externally peer-reviewed, with no specific commissioning body mentioned.
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