Stem cell therapies, which offer new alternative treatment options for various diseases including vision loss, continue to be a major topic of discussion today. However, one important point is often overlooked; these therapies have not yet been proven to be safe and effective solutions for your eyes. Stem cell therapy offers hope for people with very few options to improve their limited vision.

This patient group includes:

Age-related Macular Degeneration, Retinitis Pigmentosa, and Stargardt Disease. Some clinics in various countries may offer stem cell treatment to individuals who fall outside standard clinical trial criteria. However, the treatment protocols offered by these centers are not yet officially approved.
Such treatments may involve the use of unapproved drugs that could be dangerous or ineffective, and the use of these products can carry several risks including the potential for tumor development.

If You Are Considering Stem Cell Treatment for Your Eye Disease,

Ask the Following Questions:

– Is this method an approved treatment? It’s important to know that no stem cell drug has yet been approved by the FDA.

– Are there any existing cases previously treated using this method? If you are considering undergoing Stem Cell therapy, review a previously completed clinical case and discuss it with your eye doctor. No clinic should expect you to pay thousands of lira for a treatment that has not yet been proven to work. (EyeSmart – American Academy Of Ophthalmology)