Damage to the optic nerve, by way of injury, disease, or otherwise, can greatly affect vision and hinder a person’s quality of life. Optic nerve injuries in Oman are traditionally handled but there are several challenges with this kind of treatment, which mostly work on the symptoms of the situation or even the subsequent consequences instead of trying to reverse the damage that was done to the optic nerve. However, with the development of stem cell therapy for Optic Nerve Damage, the patients out there have a hope of receiving effective treatment.

How Stem Cells Mitigate the Effects of Optic Nerve Injury

Compared to any other cell type, stem cells have certain features that make them suitable as candidates for repairing optic nerves. Among all the stem cell types, MSCs have been identified to hold great potential because they also possess the capabilities to conquer inflammation, encourage tissue repair, and preserve neurons. These cells can be given by injection into the eye or systemically by IV. The transplanted cells can home in on damaged tissues and promote repair, with the possibility of restored vision.