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ReviewStem cell research & therapy2025

Mechanism of mesenchymal stem cells in treating diabetic kidney disease.

Lingqian Zheng, Wenmin Chen, Kaijin Yao, Yongda Lin, Chunling Liao, Tianbiao Zhou

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Review in Stem cell research & therapy, 2025. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 1 paper.

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5 · Who and what money

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6 authors.

Lingqian ZhengDepartment of Nephrology, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Shantou, Shantou University Medical College, No. 69 Dongsha Road, Shantou, 515041, China.
Wenmin ChenDepartment of Nephrology, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Shantou, Shantou University Medical College, No. 69 Dongsha Road, Shantou, 515041, China.
Kaijin YaoDepartment of Nephrology, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Shantou, Shantou University Medical College, No. 69 Dongsha Road, Shantou, 515041, China.
Yongda LinDepartment of Nephrology, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Shantou, Shantou University Medical College, No. 69 Dongsha Road, Shantou, 515041, China.
Chunling LiaoDepartment of Nephrology, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Shantou, Shantou University Medical College, No. 69 Dongsha Road, Shantou, 515041, China.
Tianbiao ZhouDepartment of Nephrology, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Shantou, Shantou University Medical College, No. 69 Dongsha Road, Shantou, 515041, China. zhoutb@aliyun.com.ORCID http://orcid.org/0000-0001-8065-1644

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Diabetic kidney disease (DKD) is a serious microvascular complication of diabetes, with symptoms of progressive kidney dysfunction, proteinuria, and fibrosis, ultimately causing end-stage renal disease. Mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) represent a promising therapeutic approach for DKD, primarily through their paracrine effects. In this review, we concluded the mechanism of MSCs in treating DKD, including the inhibition of inflammation, fibrosis, oxidative stress, and modulate vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF). Additionally, we discuss strategies to enhance MSC efficacy, such as preconditioning, genetic engineering, and combination therapies with pharmacological agents. Furthermore, we provide an overview of completed clinical trials assessing the effectiveness and safety of MSCs transplantation in DKD patients. The purpose of this review is to highlight the MSCs' potential as an innovative treatment for DKD and to guide future research toward optimizing their therapeutic applications, ultimately improving DKD patients' quality of life.

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Diabetic NephropathiesMesenchymal Stem CellsMesenchymal Stem Cell TransplantationAnimalsHumansVascular Endothelial Growth Factor AVascular Endothelial Growth Factor ADiabetic kidney diseaseDiabetic nephropathyDKDMesenchymal stem cellsMSCs

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PMID41220025
PMCPMC12606926

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