Stem Cell Treatment for Alzheimer’s Disease
Before and After Treatment
Advanced Alzheimer’s patient “Maria” – prior to stem cell transplantation:
- Physically aggressive
- Family members are not recognized
- Full-time caretaker is necessary
- No memory recall
- Neglect of hygiene and personal appearance
PET Scans of Maria
A – 2 different images of PET scan prior to transplantation
B – Comparative images of PET scan only two months post treatment
After stem cell transplantation:
- No longer aggressive
- Complete recognition of family and friends
- No full-time caretaker needed
- Return of memory
- Full attention to hygiene and personal appearance>