Could your own fat cells help heal a traumatic brain injury?
NCT ID NCT04063215
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested whether stem cells taken from a patient's own fat and given by IV are safe and might help the brain heal after a traumatic brain injury. 24 adults with long-term brain damage received the treatment. Researchers checked vital signs and measured inflammation markers to see if the therapy could improve brain structure and thinking skills.
What this could mean
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Active substance
stem cells from the patient's own fat
What this could lead to
If it works, this could point toward a treatment that helps repair brain damage and improve function after traumatic brain injury.
What could go wrong
This is an early, small trial (24 people) focused mainly on safety. It may not show clear benefit, and results may not apply to everyone with brain injury.
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Locations
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Memorial Hermann Hospital-Clinical Research Unit (MMH-CRU)
Houston, Texas, 77030, United States