Medical anatomy diagram showing Stem Cell sources including bone marrow adipose tissue umbilical cord dental pulp and placenta in the human body

Mesenchymal Stem Cells in 2026: How the First FDA-Approved Therapy Works & Which Conditions Now Qualify for Treatment

The world's first FDA-approved mesenchymal stem cell therapy changed everything in 2024 — but eligibility criteria leave most patients confused about whether they qualify. This 2026 guide explains exactly how MSCs repair tissue and fight disease, which conditions now qualify for treatment, and what the latest clinical breakthroughs mean for patients waiting on approval.