Hospital San Jose Tecnologico De Monterrey Stem Cell Procedure
The initial two year clinical test study results of the stem cell procedure instituted by Hospital San Jose Tecnologico de Monterrey, was published in Cytotherapy, February, 2009. Positive results were confirmed through both clinical observation and MRI tractography. It is considered by many within the international neurological community to be the foremost procedure available for minimizing or abrogating ALS symptoms and extending the lifespan of ALS patients. The procedure is a state of the art use of autologous CD-133 (+) stem cells injected into the frontal cortices for the effective replacement of motor neurons.
Representing the ALS WORLDWIDE patient community, we were at Hospital San Jose Tecnologico de Monterrey in Mexico from June 6-14 to observe the hospitalization and procedures for the first two international patients being provided this stem cell therapy. In a sentence, the official message delivered is clear: "This stem cell procedure is not a cure. We offer nothing more than the promise of stability and extended life expectancy. The opportunity, however, exists for improvement.
The stem cell preparation procedure is sophisticated and complicated but in the simplest terms, the patient's blood is purified, extracted and cleansed. Stem cells are extracted and then the one kind of stem cell that can be best coaxed into becoming a neuron is injected into two places in the brain. The patient experiences no pain and very little discomfort during the procedure. A mild sedative is provided and within hours, the patient is back in his or her room, enjoying dinner
The team effort at Hospital San Jose Tecnologico de Monterrey embraces a cooperative spirit that pervades every aspect of their efforts. Patients and their families are treated with the highest level of concern, respect and support. The hospital itself resembles the finest hotel and provides exemplary care. A more detailed, scientific explanation of the Monterrey experience is currently being prepared and will be posted to ALS WORLDWIDE within the next week.
INDESTRUCTIBLE ART
If you live in or near Chicago, please join us for this wonderful event, an evening devoted to celebrating the immense impact of Ben Byer's work and life.
THE MILLENIUM KNICKERBOCKER HOTEL
163 East Walton Place, Chicago
MONDAY EVENING, JUNE 22, 2009
6:00-9:00 PM
THE EVENING'S ENTERTAINMENT INCLUDES
Trailer Screening of award-winning film INDESTRUCTIBLE by Ben Byer
Introspective Solo Piano Concert by renowned musician Chad Willetts
Art, inspired by INDESTRUCTIBLE, and donated by 20 exceptional artists, will be exhibited and auctioned during the evening
Light fare and wine reception
$50
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Funds raised will support ALS Film Fund, a non-profit organization dedicated to creating awareness and education for ALS through the distribution of Indestructible and other creative and accessible programs.
IPLEX
ALS WORLDWIDE supervises and supports ten patients currently participating in the Iplex FDA-approved observation. Reports suggest definable benefits in several patients but it is too early to offer any conclusive results. Be assured that more specific information will be available in the months ahead.
Thank you for your continued support,
Barb and Steve
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