NMC declares stem cell therapy for autism illegal, limits approved diseases
The National Medical Commission (NMC) has issued an advisory declaring stem cell therapy for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) as illegal. This move, in compliance with a Supreme Court order, aims to curb illegal practices by private clinics in metropolitan and tier-2 cities that falsely claim to treat autism and cerebral palsy using stem cell therapy. According to the advisory, based on ICMR recommendations, stem cell therapy is now approved only for 32 specific diseases.
Key Points
- The National Medical Commission has declared stem cell therapy for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) illegal.
- This decision aligns with a Supreme Court order and aims to prevent unproven treatments offered by private clinics.
- Stem cell therapy is now approved for only 32 specific diseases, based on ICMR recommendations.
- The advisory targets clinics in metropolitan and tier-2 cities falsely claiming to treat conditions like autism and cerebral palsy.
Exam Facts
- Issuing body: National Medical Commission (NMC).
- Based on: Supreme Court order and ICMR recommendations.
- Approved diseases for stem cell therapy: 32.
- Conditions targeted by illegal therapy: Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), cerebral palsy.
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