Stem cells — Cells with the ability to divide for indefinite periods in culture and to give rise to specialized cells.
Stem Cell Breast Augmentation
Stem cell breast augmentation involves the collection of stem cells and endothelial (vascular) cells from adipose (fat) tissue (Adipose Derived stem and Regenerative cells- ADR cells) and the injection of those cells, together with purified fat tissue, into the breast. The cells can be readily extracted from fat tissue and are believed to increase survival rate for fat transplantation from one part of the body to another by bringing the necessary oxygen and nutrients to the transplant area. This helps the body to heal, rather than scar. The ADR cells then, over several weeks integrate naturally with the surrounding breast tissue, resulting in more definition and firmer breasts.
This seems to be a new thing in breast augmentation procedure. Using stem cells in the process offers better result in the long run. Stem cell is not foreign matter since it originates from the body. Unlike other procedures which use materials not taken from the body. This stem cell breast augmentation is published in an article in United Kingdom.
The Promise of Stem Cells
Studying stem cells will help us understand how they transform into the dazzling array of specialized cells that make us what we are. Some of the most serious medical conditions, such as cancer and birth defects, are due to problems that occur somewhere in this process. A better understanding of normal cell development will allow us to understand and perhaps correct the errors that cause these medical conditions.
Another potential application of stem cells is making cells and tissues for medical therapies. Today, donated organs and tissues are often used to replace those that are diseased or destroyed. Unfortunately, the number of people needing a transplant far exceeds the number of organs available for transplantation. Pluripotent stem cells offer the possibility of a renewable source of replacement cells and tissues to treat a myriad of diseases, conditions, and disabilities including Parkinson's disease, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, spinal cord injury, burns, heart disease, diabetes, and arthritis.