Therapeutic Applications Of Stem Cells For Cerebral Palsy

Abstract

Cerebral palsy (CP) is an umbrella term that describes the consequences of brain injury during the neonatal period or postnatal period. Symptoms can range in severity but typically include muscular issues, cognitive impairment, and seizures. During the neonatal periods, the cause of brain injury is generally unknown. However, one of the primary known causes of CP is hypoxic ischemia (H/I). There is no cure for CP, and patients tend to rely on medication and or surgical procedures for symptom management. Recently stem cells have been an essential topic of therapeutic agents for CP due to their regenerative properties and the potential to restore motor and cognitive function. This article will discuss the various types of stem cells being studied for potential CP treatments and animal and clinical trials results.