Organoids as regenerative medicine for inflammatory bowel disease

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Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is a chronic disorder with an increasing global prevalence. Managing disease activity relies on various pharmacological options. However, the effectiveness of current therapeutics is limited and not universally applicable to all patients and circumstances. Consequently, developing new management strategies is necessary. Recent advances in endoscopically obtained intestinal biopsy specimens have highlighted the potential of intestinal epithelial organoid transplantation as a novel therapeutic approach. Experimental studies using murine and human organoid transplantations have shown promising outcomes, including tissue regeneration and functional recovery. Human trials with organoid therapy have commenced; thus, this article provides readers with insights into the necessity and potential of intestinal organoid transplantation as a new regenerative therapeutic option in clinical settings and explores its associated challenges.

Original languageEnglish
Article number110118
JournaliScience
Volume27
Issue number6
Number of pages12
ISSN2589-0042
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2024

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  • Cell biology, Immunology, Molecular biology, Stem cells research

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