Cellular Therapy for Ocular Diseases

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Abstract

Over the past decade several investigations have been performed to study the regenerative capacity of different type of stem cells such as adult and embryonic stem cells for their application in Opthalmology. In particular, limbal epithelial stem cells have shown most promising results for ocular surface reconstruction. This book chapter discusses current approaches used in stem cell therapy and the challenges faced along with the future scope of advancements to use stem cell in other ocular degenerative conditions.

Keywords

Retinal Pigment Epithelium Amniotic Membrane Retinal Pigment Epithelium Human Amniotic Membrane Chitosan Hydrogel 
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Authors and Affiliations

  1. 1.Stem Cell FacilityDBT-Centre for Excellence of Stem Cell Research, All India Institute of Medical SciencesNew DelhiIndia

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