Level D· Scientific groundwork from lab and animal studiesNarrative ReviewPubMed

Adipose-derived stem cells: isolation, characterization, and differentiation potential.

Huang SJ., Fu RH., Shyu WC., Liu SP., Jong GP., Chiu YW.

Narrative Review, published in Cell Transplant (2012) — summary generated from the PubMed abstract.

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Level D· Scientific groundwork from lab and animal studiesEvidence level of this study

Evidence from laboratory and animal studies provides groundwork for understanding mechanisms and potential before human studies continue.

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  • Level C · Early human research exploring benefits
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Study type
Narrative Review
Journal
Cell Transplant (2012)
Country
United States
Reported sample size
—
Source database
PubMed
PMID
23068312
DOI
10.3727/096368912X655127
Citations
92

Abstract (original English)

In mammals, the two main types of adipose tissues, white and brown adipose tissues, exert different physiological functions. White adipose tissue (WAT) is for storing energy, while brown adipose tissue (BAT) is for energy consumption. Adipose-derived stem cells (ADSCs) are abundant in WAT and BAT, have multipotent characteristics, and are easily extracted. ADSCs can be differentiated into several cell lineages, including adipocytes, osteoblasts, chondrocytes (cartilage cells), myocytes, and neuronal cells. Therefore, ADSC could be considered as a strategy for future regenerative medicine and tissue engineering.

What this study does not prove

  • • This study does not prove SVF is an approved treatment or a replacement for standard care.
  • • This is a narrative review: it collects no new patient data and does not systematically appraise evidence quality.

Evidence level

Evidence from laboratory and animal studies provides groundwork for understanding mechanisms and potential before human studies continue.

How we grade evidence
Adipose TissueAnimalsBiomarkersCell DifferentiationCell SeparationCells, CulturedHumansStem Cells

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