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Nasal Spray Derived From Human Placenta May Help Dogs During Surgery
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In Short: Scientists are exploring a nasal spray containing human placenta cells to reduce inflammation in mice, potentially aiding dogs during surgery.
In a study published in Translational Neurodegeneration, researchers from the Catholic University of the Sacred Heart in Italy have developed a nasal spray that could help reduce inflammation in mice.
The nasal spray is made from extracellular vesicles derived from human placenta cells. These particles were administered to mice genetically engineered to develop Alzheimer's-like symptoms.
The mice received the nasal spray twice a week for six months, starting at three months of age, before any symptoms of the disease appeared.
Researchers hope that this treatment could be adapted to help dogs during surgery, where inflammation is a common issue.
While the study focuses on mice, the potential application for dogs is promising, as both species experience similar inflammatory responses during surgery.
What's still developing
- In a new study reported in Translational Neurodegeneration, scientists may have found a way to help counter that inflammation, with help coming from what might seem like an unlikely source: the placenta.