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Stem Cell–Based Immunomodulation After Stroke: Effects on Brain Repair Processes

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Stem cell-based approaches can induce poststroke recovery via mechanisms, such as neuronal replacement, promotion of angiogenesis, induction of brain plasticity, reduction of cell death, or immunomodulation.

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Stem cell-based approaches can induce poststroke recovery via mechanisms, such as neuronal replacement, promotion of angiogenesis, induction of brain plasticity, reduction of cell death, or immunomodulation.

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Cite this article: AHA Journals. "Stem Cell–Based Immunomodulation After Stroke: Effects on Brain Repair Processes". Published August 11, 2025. Available at: https://www.ahajournals.org/doi/full/10.1161/STROKEAHA.117.020465

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