Mayo Clinic Laboratory and Pathology Research Roundup: April 17

By Kelley Luedke • April 17, 2017

The Research Roundup provides an overview of the past week’s research from Mayo Medical Laboratories consultants, including featured abstracts and complete list of published studies and reviews.

Featured Abstract

Autologous Mesenchymal Stem Cells, Applied in a Bioabsorbable Matrix, for Treatment of Perianal Fistulas in Patients With Crohn's Disease

In patients with Crohn's disease, perianal fistulas frequently recur, causing substantial morbidity. Mayo Clinic researchers performed a 12 patient, 6 month phase I trial to determine whether autologous mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs), applied in a bioabsorbable matrix, can heal the fistula. Fistula repair was not associated with any serious adverse events related to MSCs or plug placement. At 6 months, 83% of patients had complete clinical healing and radiographic markers of response. Researchers found placement of MSC-coated matrix fistula plugs in 12 patients with chronic perianal fistulas to be safe and lead to clinical healing and radiographic response in 10 patients. The study was published in Gastroenterology.

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Kelley Luedke

Kelley Luedke is a Marketing Channel Manager at Mayo Clinic Laboratories. She is the principle editor and writer of Insights and leads social media and direct marketing strategy. Kelley has worked at Mayo Clinic since 2013. Outside of work, you can find Kelley running, traveling, playing with her kitty, and exploring new foods.

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