Non-embryonic adult mesenchymal stem cells, found in blood, bone marrow, and fat, are being tried for the treatment of inflammation-induced Dry Eye.
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Efficacy of topical mesenchymal stem cell therapy in the treatment of experimental dry eye syndrome model
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