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One day, scientists could regenerate replacement bladder tissue for patients whose bladders are too small or don't function properly, such as children with spina bifida and adults with spinal-cord injuries or bladder cancer.

Tuesday, May 20, 2008

Adult Stem Cells Show Promise for Organ Replacement

Researchers at the University of California, Davis, Children's Hospital have identified the adult cells that help to form the bladder, adding to the body of research that indicates a patient's own cells can regenerate many of the body's organs.

"This is the first time that candidate adult stem cells of the lining of the bladder have been identified," said Eric Kurzrock, chief of pediatric urology at the hospital.

The finding is described online in the American Journal of Physiology - Renal.

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The IFRL is the largest grassroots pro-life organization in Illinois. A non-profit organization, that serves as the state coordinating body for local pro-life chapters representing thousands of Illinois citizens working to restore respect for all human life in our society. The IFRL is composed of people of different political persuasions, various faiths and diverse economic, social and ethnic backgrounds. Since 1973 the Illinois Federation for Right to Life has been working to end abortion and restore legal protection to those members of the human family who are threatened by abortion, infanticide and euthanasia. Diverse though we are, we hold one common belief - that every human being has an inalienable right to life that is precious and must be protected. IFRL is dedicated to restoring the right to life to the unborn, and protection for the disabled and the elderly.   Click here to learn more about the IFRL.