Crowdfunding for stem cell-based interventions to treat neurologic diseases and injuries.

MS dominated the total number of crowdfunding campaigns. Most campaigns were linked to individuals from regions geographically proximal to destination facilities advertising SCBI for particular neurologic diseases. Most of the clinical destinations were located in comparatively high-income countries such as the United States, Mexico, and Panama. These findings provide considerable insight into the DTC marketplace for SCBI. Analysis of crowdfunding campaigns can be used to develop more targeted patient education initiatives and health policies related to domestic and international travel for unproven SCBI.