Stem Cells Replace Stroke-damaged Tissue In Rats

Monday, March 9, 2009 - 11:50 in Biology & Nature

Effective stem cell treatment for strokes has taken a significant step forward today as scientists reveal how they have replaced stroke-damaged brain tissue in rats. The team of scientists show that by inserting tiny scaffolding with stem cells attached, it is possible to fill a hole left by stroke damage with brand new brain tissue within seven days.

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