Positive perception of stem cells for neurological conditions: results from an Australian public forum.
Megan Finch-EdmondsonMadison Claire Badawy PatonClaire GaleaGenevieve CowieNadia BadawiRob WhiteIona NovakPublished in: Regenerative medicine (2021)
Background: Stem cells offer great hope and promise as a potential treatment for human diseases. The aim of this study was to gain insight into the public perception of stem cells for neurological conditions. Materials & methods: A paper-based questionnaire was administered to all attendees of a free, public stem cell forum. Results: Of 203 respondents, >95% believe that stem cells have the potential to treat neurological conditions. There was also high support (92%) for the use of embryonic/fetally derived cells, and 67% of respondents indicated a high likelihood to participate in a clinical trial of stem cell treatment(s), indicating overall support for research and translation. Conclusion: Our data demonstrates a positive perception of stem cell treatments for neurological conditions in our cohort.
Keyphrases
- stem cells
- healthcare
- clinical trial
- mental health
- cell therapy
- endothelial cells
- induced apoptosis
- big data
- cerebral ischemia
- randomized controlled trial
- machine learning
- signaling pathway
- electronic health record
- combination therapy
- mesenchymal stem cells
- oxidative stress
- replacement therapy
- artificial intelligence
- smoking cessation
- blood brain barrier
- phase ii
- adverse drug
- endoplasmic reticulum stress
- patient reported