METHODS: The Indian Academy of Neurology commissioned an Expert Group Meeting to formulate an advisory to practicing neurologists to counsel patients seeking information and advice about stem cell approaches.
CONCLUSIONS: In the course of such counselling, it should be emphasized that the information provided by many lay websites might be unsubstantiated. Besides, standard recommendations for the stem cell research, in particular, the application of several layers of oversight should be strictly adhered in order to ensure safety and ethical use of stem cells in neurological disorders.
方法:印度神经病学学会委托召开专家组会议,为执业神经科医师提供咨询意见,为寻求有关干细胞方法的信息和建议的患者提供咨询。
结论:在此类咨询过程中,应该强调的是,许多非专业网站提供的信息可能没有根据。此外,干细胞研究的标准建议,特别是,应严格遵守多层监督的应用,以确保干细胞在神经系统疾病中的安全和道德使用。