Due to the controversy raised by the fact that stem cells are obtained mainly from embryos, scientists have focused their research in the search for new sources of stem cells.
So far it has been shown that stem cells from umbilical cords, dental pulp, amniotic fluid and adipose tissue can be obtained. A new path seems to be making its way, that of fallopian tubes and other human tissues that are discarded after surgery like hysterectomy
It has been scientists from the University of Sao Paulo in Brazil who have discovered that the muscle ducts that are removed during a hysterectomy are an abundant source of immature cells that have the potential to become a variety of tissues, such as muscle and bone.
In this investigation the scientists used fallopian tubes obtained from hysterectomies and other gynecological procedures with fertile women of reproductive age, between 35 and 53 years, who had not undergone hormonal treatments for at least 3 months before surgery.
The researchers managed to multiply the stem cells of the fallopian tubes so that cells of apparently healthy muscle, fat, cartilage, and bone tissue became lines.
It is also hopeful news for women with fertility problems, as these adult stem cells are capable of replacing damaged cells in a fallopian tube.
Since stem cells have been shown to be effective against leukemia and that many other diseases could be included among those treated by these cells in the medium and long term, this is great news that also has no ethical implications.
Of course, it will be necessary to continue investigating in this regard as indicated by the scientists involved in the finding, but for now it seems that this new source of stem cells It is quite viable.
