Future of Stem Cells

Cord blood is being researched today for use in regenerative medicine where stem cells may help induce healing or regenerate cells to repair tissues. With its potential to become different tissue types for regenerative therapy, stem cells hold significant promise and hope for the treatment of some of the most common life-threatening diseases. Research is currently being conducted and the following diseases can potentially be treated with stem cells in the future.

1. Alzheimer's Disease
2. Brain Injury
3. Cerebral Palsy
4. Corneal Regeneration
5. Diabetes & Juvenile Diabetes
6. Heart Disease
7. Liver Disease
8. Muscular Dystrophy
9. Parkinson's Disease
10. Spinal Cord Injury
11. Stroke

New uses for cord blood stem cells are being discovered rapidly. However, banking cord blood does not guarantee that the cells will provide a cure or be applicable for every situation. The treating physician will determine the ultimate use. The use of cord blood stem cells for emerging treatments is experimental. Please consult your physician.