Can US FDA Regulate Stem Cell Transplantation? Court Says Question Must Go To Trial
Executive Summary
Court denies FDA request for summary judgement in suit against two clinics treating patients with cells derived from their fat tissue; trial to determine whether exception to FDA regulation applies.
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