Mesenchymal stem cells for restoration of ovarian function

Author: Sook Young YOON ¹
Author Information

1. Fertility Center of CHA Gangnam Medical Center, CHA University, Seoul, Korea. syyoon11@cha.ac.kr
Publication Type:Review
Keywords: Mesenchymal stem cell; Ovarian function
MeSH: Amniotic Fluid; Bone Marrow; Female; Fetal Blood; Humans; Infertility; Mesenchymal Stromal Cells; Primary Ovarian Insufficiency; Regenerative Medicine
From:Clinical and Experimental Reproductive Medicine 2019;46(1):1-7
CountryRepublic of Korea
Language:English
Abstract: With the progress of regenerative medicine, mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) have received attention as a way to restore ovarian function. It has been reported that MSCs derived from bone marrow, adipose, umbilical cord blood, menstrual blood, and amniotic fluid improved ovarian function. In light of previous studies and advances in this field, there are increased expectations regarding the utilization of MSCs to restore ovarian function. This review summarizes recent research into potential applications of MSCs in women with infertility or primary ovarian insufficiency, including cases where these conditions are induced by anticancer therapy.