How do stem cells work?
Researchers have shown over the years that Mesenchymal Stem Cells (MSCs) are one of the strongest anti-inflammatory tools available today and many patients are turning to stem cell therapy to meet their needs.
A protocol built for success
Type of stem cells administered
Mesenchymal stem cells have the ability to:
1. Reduce inflammation
2. Modulate the immune system
3. Stimulate tissue regeneration
How stem cells reduce inflammation
The effect of the transplant is a return of the body to normal immune function and a drastic reduction in a patient’s inflammation markers. This anti-inflammatory effect can last for years at a time without the need for another transplant.
What this means for patients with autoimmune and degenerative diseases is a natural solution to their symptoms, a respite from discomfort, and an overall increase in quality of life. Additionally, not only will the body better be able to heal damaged tissue with the inflammation reduced, but the stem cells will also assist is more rapid healing within the body. It is for this reason that even healthy patients have turned to stem cell therapy as a form of “body maintenance” and to keep naturally occurring inflammation at manageable levels.
The issue with traditional treatment
How stem cells can help liver disease
Although certain parts of the liver have been shown to able to naturally regenerate, the only proven treatment for end stage liver disease is a full liver transplant. Unfortunately, this treatment is extremely expensive, donors are hard to come by, and there is a risk of rejection of the organ by the patient’s body.
Stem cells have the unique ability to morph or “differentiate” into different type of cells within the body. In this way, stem cells can be used to seek out damaged liver tissue and regenerate the organ itself. Although available data is limited and tests are still ongoing, a study ran by PubMed in 2013 used 11 clinical trials to test the use of stem cells on damaged liver patients. The independent trials showed that not only were stem cells a safe form of intravenous treatment for liver failure, but all of the trials reported positive results. The results ranged from improvements to quality of life and quantitatively improving liver function, to reducing morbidity and mortality. The studies showed patients to have a “significant decrease in MELD score”. The Model for End-Stage Liver Disease, or MELD score, measures the risk of mortality in patients with liver disease.
What sort of results can patients expect?
We have been treating patients for over 15 years; the majority of our patients have reported increased quality of life. Their personal experiences and length of effects are different, due to a variety of biological factors. To quantify specific results, our protocol involves testing for certain inflammation markers prior to treatment, and then again at intervals following treatment. This data is used in conjunction with future prognosis to determine of the effects the treatment had on a patient's condition. This data is vital to the on-going research being conducted on the efficacy of Allogeneic Stem Cell Therapy.
Exclusive Intelligent Aging Protocol features:
- VIP airport clearance
- Airport / clinic ground transportation
- Premier Anti-Aging Med Spa services
- VIP lounge access
2-day non-invasive treatment
We typically recommend patients stay a minimum of 4 days in Grand Cayman for treatment.
Treatment at DVC Stem spans the course of 2 days.
Day 1: Arrival in Grand Cayman.
Day 2: Physical assessments & supporting therapies.
Day 3: Cell transplant & activation therapies.
Day 4: Follow-up physical & departure.
Our cell therapy protocol is safe & non-invasive. Patients will be able to travel the following day.
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