Vietnam, Italy talk use of stem cells in COVID-19 treatment

Illustrative image (Photo: VNA)

Rome (VNA) – A webinar on the application of stem
cells in treatment was held on December 27.

Speaking at the event,
Director of Italy’s national emergency service 118 Mario Balzanelli said amid
the rapid spread of Omicron variant so far, the best method is the earliest
intervention, quarantine and treatment of infection cases.

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Apart from traditional
regimen, autologous stem cells could be used in treatment, he said, adding that
many patients recovered without lung scars left after 30 days of therapy.

The Vietnamese and Italian
doctors also presented the application of in medicine and COVID-19
treatment.

The event was the second of its kind to share
Italy’s experience in caring and treating COVID-19 patients./.