Incontinence Treatment: Muscle-derived Stem Cells Prove Effectiv...

Courtesy ScienceDaily  Fri, 05/16/2008 - 15:30

Transplantation of muscle-derived stem cells may provide a safe and effective treatment for patients suffering from urinary incontinence following a surgical procedure.

Patients with incontinence resulting from iatrogenic sphincter damage may benefit from this therapy.


 

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