PURPOSE: Amniotic fluid mesenchymal stem cells (AF-MSCs) are promising candidates for cell-based therapy. This review presents a comprehensive overview of the features and therapeutic applications of these cells. METHODS: This is a literature review combined with experience of practice. CONCLUSION: Although the long-term risks of AF-MSCs require further investigation, these cells are increasing in popularity in the fields of regenerative medicine and targeting therapy because of their unique properties.
PURPOSE: Amniotic fluid mesenchymal stem cells (AF-MSCs) are promising candidates for cell-based therapy. This review presents a comprehensive overview of the features and therapeutic applications of these cells. METHODS: This is a literature review combined with experience of practice. CONCLUSION: Although the long-term risks of AF-MSCs require further investigation, these cells are increasing in popularity in the fields of regenerative medicine and targeting therapy because of their unique properties.
Authors: Eman E A Mohammed; Hanan H Beherei; Mohamed El-Zawahry; Abdel Razik H Farrag; Naglaa Kholoussi; Iman Helwa; Khaled Gaber; Mousa A Allam; Mostafa Mabrouk; Alice K Abdel Aleem Journal: Open Access Maced J Med Sci Date: 2019-09-14