Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology & Nutrition

The Korean Society of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition (대한소아소화기영양학회)
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Recent Achievements in Stem Cell Therapy for Pediatric Gastrointestinal Tract Disease

  • Bae, Sun Hwan (Department of Pediatrics, School of Medicine, Konkuk University)
  • Received : 2013.03.08
  • Accepted : 2013.03.14
  • Published : 2013.03.30
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Abstract

The field of stem cell research has been rapidly expanding. Although the clinical usefulness of research remains to be ascertained through human trials, the use of stem cells as a therapeutic option for currently disabling diseases holds fascinating potential. Many pediatric gastrointestinal tract diseases have defect in enterocytes, enteric nervous system cells, smooth muscles, and interstitial cells of Cajal. Various kinds of therapeutic trials using stem cells could be applied to these diseases. This review article focuses on the recent achievements in stem cell applications for pediatric gastrointestinal tract diseases.

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