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Abstract #79941 Published in IGR 20-2

Differentiation of retinal ganglion cells from induced pluripotent stem cells: a review

Ji SL; Tang SB
International Journal of Ophthalmology 2019; 12: 152-160


Glaucoma is a common optic neuropathy that is characterized by the progressive degeneration of axons and the loss of retinal ganglion cells (RGCs). Glaucoma is one of the leading causes of irreversible blindness worldwide. Current glaucoma treatments only slow the progression of RGCs loss. Induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs) are capable of differentiating into all three germ layer cell lineages. iPSCs can be patient-specific, making iPSC-derived RGCs a promising candidate for cell replacement. In this review, we focus on discussing the detailed approaches used to differentiate iPSCs into RGCs.

Aier Eye Institute, Changsha 410015, Hunan Province, China.

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3.6 Cellular biology (Part of: 3 Laboratory methods)
11.8 Neuroprotection (Part of: 11 Medical treatment)



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