In this editorial,we comment on the paper by Muthu et al published in the recent issue of the journal.This editorial review focusses on the use of adipose-derived stem cells(ADSCs)in knee osteoarthritis treatment.We d...In this editorial,we comment on the paper by Muthu et al published in the recent issue of the journal.This editorial review focusses on the use of adipose-derived stem cells(ADSCs)in knee osteoarthritis treatment.We discuss the differences between the stromal vascular fraction and microfragmented adipose tissue and highlight the results of clinical studies comparing both treatments and the use of hyaluronic acid,platelet-rich plasma,and bone marrow aspirate concentrate.The use of expanded ADSCs is also discussed;moreover,concerns regarding treatment with ADSCs,particularly the heterogeneity of published studies and the need to standardize protocols to explore clinical potential is explored.展开更多
The use of ultrasound guidance has proven to be a key factor in performing embryo transfer in a gentle and atraumatic manner. However, despite the lower incidence of brusque maneuvers, bladder distension has not shown...The use of ultrasound guidance has proven to be a key factor in performing embryo transfer in a gentle and atraumatic manner. However, despite the lower incidence of brusque maneuvers, bladder distension has not shown any positive impact on the IVF success rate.展开更多
文摘In this editorial,we comment on the paper by Muthu et al published in the recent issue of the journal.This editorial review focusses on the use of adipose-derived stem cells(ADSCs)in knee osteoarthritis treatment.We discuss the differences between the stromal vascular fraction and microfragmented adipose tissue and highlight the results of clinical studies comparing both treatments and the use of hyaluronic acid,platelet-rich plasma,and bone marrow aspirate concentrate.The use of expanded ADSCs is also discussed;moreover,concerns regarding treatment with ADSCs,particularly the heterogeneity of published studies and the need to standardize protocols to explore clinical potential is explored.
文摘The use of ultrasound guidance has proven to be a key factor in performing embryo transfer in a gentle and atraumatic manner. However, despite the lower incidence of brusque maneuvers, bladder distension has not shown any positive impact on the IVF success rate.
