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Stem cell therapy

I am searching for a Doctor to perform stem cell therapy to improve my heart function. I am 56, diagnosed with viral onset dilated cardiomyopathy. My ejection fraction is 35 at this time. I continue with some shortness of breath but I do not want to wait until it worsens. Any thoughts.
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As far as I'm aware, this technology doesnt work yet, or at least hasn't been proven to work. I know some clinics do offer this and make miraculous claims, but independant tests taken before/after have shown no difference. However, I do believe that stem cell therapy will be a great option in the near future, even offering the chance of a completely new heart.
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A Dr Roberto Bolli  in Louisville Kentucky uses stem cell therapy now.
you might check  this out...I have just read some articles on this
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It looks like he's on the right track. It's a shame that the stem cell therapy doesn't do anything with artery disease. I have fears this will just be an added feature to a never ending circle.

blockages - MI - Cell necrosis - Stem cells/bypass - Blockages - MI - ETC.

I think the stem cell therapy is going to be great for people with heart failure not due to artery disease.
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