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Stem-cell treatment for Parkinson's brings mixed results

Almost total relief of symptoms tempered by hints of cancerous side effects.

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Smith, K. Stem-cell treatment for Parkinson's brings mixed results. Nature (2006). https://doi.org/10.1038/news061016-16

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