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Published online 30 January 2009 | Nature | doi:10.1038/news.2009.71

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MS stem-cell trial shows promise

Multiple sclerosis treatment seems to reverse symptoms.

A stem-cell therapy appears to help some patients with early-stage multiple sclerosis recover, according to results from a preliminary study.

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic disease where the body's immune system attacks the central nervous system.

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