What diseases can umbilical cord blood treat?

Cord blood refers to the blood remaining in the placenta and umbilical cord after the fetus is delivered. It contains abundant hematopoietic stem cells, which have the ability to self-replicate and differentiate into multiple cell types.

Cord blood is primarily used to treat the following diseases:

1. Hematologic disorders: including acute leukemia, aplastic anemia, thalassemia, and multiple myeloma. The hematopoietic stem cells in cord blood can replace the patient's diseased cells and restore normal hematopoietic function.

2. Immune system disorders: such as congenital immune deficiencies and acquired immune system diseases. The stem cells in cord blood can generate normal cells, thereby achieving therapeutic effects.

3. Certain solid tumors: such as neuroblastoma and recurrent osteosarcoma. These tumors can be treated with chemotherapy combined with hematopoietic stem cell transplantation to control disease progression and alleviate symptoms.

The therapeutic effectiveness of cord blood varies among individuals, and not all diseases are suitable for treatment with cord blood. Therefore, consultation with a qualified physician is recommended before deciding to use cord blood for treatment.