Stem cells to repair the broken heart: much ado about nothing? (original) (raw)

Recent advancements have generated significant interest in utilizing stem cells to repair damaged heart tissues following infarction. Despite initial optimism fueled by animal studies and uncertain findings in human trials, critical questions remain unresolved, including the effectiveness of different cell subtypes and the optimal delivery approaches. The current literature indicates a strong need for robust, large-scale trials to determine the viability of stem cell therapies in treating ischemic heart disease effectively.