The word "autologous" refers to something that comes from your own body. It can be used to describe a medical procedure or treatment where cells or tissues are transferred or utilized from your own body. Full definition
The use of autologous stem cells from patients with heart disease should be modified. (sciencedaily.com)
The results could help improve the use of autologous stem cells — those drawn from the patients themselves — in cardiac therapy, Prof. Leor said. (sciencedaily.com)
Finally, the future success of autologous transplantation of genetically repaired or in vitro expanded organoids in patients, abolishing the need for allogeneic donors and for lifelong immunosuppression, is dependent on a significant improvement in engraftment efficiency. (mdibl.org)