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CordSavings has been entrusted with the custody of the only umbilical cord stem cell samples to have escaped the mess created by Cryo-Save, Famicord and CSG-BIO (*), following the bankruptcy of the former in September 2019, which itself followed the hasty and unauthorised departure of most of the samples - almost 300,000 children concerned worldwide - to the premises of PBKM (Famicord group) in Poland.
Nearly 6,000 stem cell samples from families mainly from Switzerland, Germany, Austria and South Africa are actually stored at the CordSavings stem cell laboratory in Monthey, Switzerland.
To the best of our knowledge, which is very limited given the legal disputes and criminal and civil proceedings between the three companies mentioned above (*) and their respective shareholders, CordSavings is at the disposal of the families affected by this Cryo-Save chaos for any further information and follow-up proposals.
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The cells and organs of the human body are made up of distinct cell types, but all cells originate from a common source: stem cells. These initial, undifferentiated cells can divide indefinitely and transform into any type of cell based on the biochemical signals they receive. They are distinguished by two characteristics: their ability to renew themselves and differentiate into specialized cells, such as those of the heart or pancreas.
There are three types of stem cells: embryonic, embryonic germ, and adult.
After birth, the gynecologist or midwife places two clamps on the umbilical cord and cuts between them, separating the baby from the mother. One clamp remains on the baby’s side, and the other on the placenta side.
Then, a venous puncture is performed to collect the residual blood from the cord and placenta by gravity into a collection bag. This process is painless and safe for both the mother and the child.
The collection of umbilical cord blood can be performed during both vaginal deliveries and caesarean sections.
From the 34th week of pregnancy, collection can be considered. However, it will always be carried out only after evaluation by the practitioner, regardless of the situation.
Hematopoietic stem cell transplantation often represents the last chance for patients suffering from severe diseases of the hematopoietic system.
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CordSavings is authorized to store umbilical cord stem cells, which are widely used to regenerate neurons, joints, and bones.
Perinatal stem cells have a regeneration capacity ten times greater than that of bone marrow. They are characterized by a lower immunological maturity, meaning that their transplantation results in fewer complications for the recipient.
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The Federal Office of Public Health (OFSP) informs that parents can store umbilical cord stem cells in a private bank for potential future needs.
However, despite the evidence of the therapeutic benefits of stem cells and the promotion of cord blood collection, 70 to 80% of pregnant women lack knowledge on the subject and want to learn more. While 80 to 90% of women expect information from their healthcare professionals, only 15 to 30% receive it, and less than 50% of gynecologists feel sufficiently informed to answer their questions. This explains why women are often misinformed about the benefits, risks, and options for cord blood storage.
CordSavings has established a Business Continuity Plan to ensure the sustainability of stem cells, both biologically and financially.
Additionally, each cryopreserved sample is insured up to CHF 8,000 with the Allianz Group.
The collection of umbilical cord blood occurs only after the cord has been cut.
The decision to cut the cord is made by the midwife or gynecologist, taking into account the circumstances of the delivery, the health of the mother and child, as well as the mother’s preferences.
The collected blood does not affect the baby, as the procedure is performed at the most appropriate time by the healthcare professional.
The World Health Organization (WHO) recommends cutting the cord 1 to 3 minutes after birth to reduce infant anemia, allowing for the recovery of up to 80% of the remaining blood in the placenta.
Delayed clamping improves iron status in babies. At CordSavings, only 10 ml of umbilical blood is needed to preserve stem cells, representing a fraction of the 200 ml available.
CordSavings has developed an optimal extraction process to maximize the quality and potential use of stem cells.
