Stem cell transplantation for type 1 diabetes mellitus

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>The use of stem cells to treat type 1 diabetes mellitus has been proposed for many years, both to downregulate the immune system and to provide β cell regeneration.</p> <p>Conclusion</p> <p>High dose immunosup...

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Main Authors: Voltarelli Júlio C, Couri Carlos
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2009-09-01
Series:Diabetology & Metabolic Syndrome
Online Access:http://www.dmsjournal.com/content/1/1/4