Brazil actually has strict regulations around Stem Cell Therapy and actively enforces its laws. But if you live in Brazil, what other options do you have?
We break down the legal situation & options in South America and globally for people in Brazil.
Is Mesenchymal (MSC) Stem cell therapy legal in Brazil?
No, any Stem Cell treatment involving culturing or manipulating Mesenchymal Stem Cells is not legal in Brazil according to Anvisa’s official stance published online.
However, if treatment involves using minimally manipulated MSC cells, is used for homologous purposes, is completed in the same day & the clinic holds Vigilância Sanitária license, then it is allowed.
Who regulates Stem Cell Therapy in Brazil?
ANVISA is Brazil’s National health Agency & they regulate Stem Cell treatments.
According to them:
“Currently, the only stem cell treatments recognized as effective and safe in Brazil involve blood-forming stem cells (also known as hematopoietic progenitor cells). These treatments include:
- intended for bone marrow transplantation;
- approved for use in patients with hematologic disorders such as leukemia and lymphoma;
- indicated by specialist doctors and administered in specific health services (transplant centers).”
ANVISA warned the public about unauthorized use of Stem Cell Therapy in their official press release.
Stem Cell Treatment options in Latin America
The two main options closest to home for those in Brazil are Mexico & Colombia
Stem Cell Treatments aren’t legal in either country, but with enforcement being pretty lax, there’s stem cell clinics across each country.
Stem Cells price in Latin America
Price for Stem Cell treatments in Mexico & Colombia range from $1,320 for hair treatments up to $20,000 for neurological & Auto-immune conditions.
Both countries are relatively similar in price, with Mexico being slightly cheaper.
If you want to compare pricing options globally, check out our guide on Average costs around the world.
Stem Cell Treatment options & prices in Asia
If you’re willing to go further afield, here are more options in Asia:
- Japan:
- Japan’s one of the few countries where Stem Cell Therapy is legal & clinics are authorized to provide treatments.
- Costs range from $3,500 – $35,000
- South Korea
- With its new regulations, Stem Cell Therapy is also legal in South Korea. You can get access to Cultured, autologous stem cell treatments for a variety of different conditions.
- Cost range from $3,000 – $30,000
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