Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Use of Biologics and Stem Cells in the Treatment of Other Inflammatory Diseases in the Horse.
- Journal:
- The Veterinary clinics of North America. Equine practice
- Year:
- 2023
- Authors:
- Barrett, Jennifer G & MacDonald, Elizabeth S
- Affiliation:
- Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine · United States
- Species:
- horse
Abstract
Mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) are powerful immunomodulatory cells that act via multiple mechanisms to coordinate, inhibit, and control the cells of the immune system. MSCs act as rescuers for various damaged or degenerated cells of the body via (1) cytokines, growth factors, and signaling molecules; (2) extracellular vesicle (exosome) signaling; and (3) direct donation of mitochondria. Several studies evaluating the efficacy of MSCs have used MSCs grown using xenogeneic media, which may reduce or eliminate efficacy. Although more research is needed to optimize the anti-inflammatory potential of MSCs, there is ample evidence that MSC therapeutics are worthy of further development.
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