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Ethics of using foetal stem cells for stroke treatment

Ethics of using foetal stem cells for stroke treatment
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  • Ethics of using foetal stem cells for stroke treatment
  • Duration: 00:40
  • A news report featuring Dr John Sinden, Chief Scientific Officer of ReNeuron, a clincal-stage stem cell business. Dr Sinden explains the ethics of using stem cells from an aborted foetus to treat stroke patients. The resulting treatment from this controversial technique leads to benefits for patients. This clip was first published on BBC News Online on 18 January 2009. Please note this clip is only available in Flash.
  • Subject:

    Science

       Topic:

    Bio: Health and Disease

  • Keywords: opinions, medical ethics, stroke, stem cells
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  • Stimulate discussion on controversial medical treatments and research.
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  • Clip language : English
  • Aspect ratio : 16x9
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