Hematology
Procedure preparations
- In a bone marrow transplant, healthy blood-forming stem cells are infused into the patient’s body to replace the old ones. Bone marrow is a soft substance that’s existed inside the bones and is responsible for producing the blood cells and platelets. Stem cells are the foundation cells in the body that could be any type of other cell.
- Healthy stem cells can be taken from the patient (autologous) or from a donor (allogeneic), and bone marrow transplant is used in numerous cancerous and noncancerous health conditions, such as acute and chronic leukemia, aplastic anemia, Hodgkin’s and non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma, adrenoleukodystrophy, hemoglobinopathies, multiple myeloma, myelodysplastic, and many other conditions.
- In case the stem cells are taken from the patient, they’re extracted through a process called apheresis, in which the blood components are separated to collect the stem cells. While in the case of using stem cells from a donor, they could be taken through apheresis as well or by taking the bone marrow, depending on the patient’s case.
- Before bone marrow transplant, the patient is prepared by undergoing chemical or radiation therapy to destroy the cells that we want to replace; after that, the stem cell transplant is done.
- The patient stays awake during the whole bone marrow transplant procedure, and they must stay in the hospital under monitoring for a period of time, depending on the case.
Procedure preparations
- Preparations are done by examining the patient’s health in general and doing some tests.
Procedure complications
- Graft-versus-host disease, which is a condition that occurs only when taking stem cells from a donor, causes the immune system to attack the body. Some symptoms include shortness of breath, persistent cough, dry mouth, mouth sores, dry eye, muscle or joint pain, nausea and vomiting, diarrhea, skin scarring and stiffness, and rash.
- Stem cell transplant failure.
- Infections.
- Infertility.
- New cancers.
- Cataracts.
- Death in some cases.
Procedure instructions
- Blood transfusion might be done for the patient from time to time until the bone marrow starts making enough blood cells and platelets.
- You must take very good care of your health.
- You must follow the doctor’s instructions about the suitable diet and physical activity.
- You must stick to the medications prescribed by the doctor and the regular visits.
- Immediately contact your surgeon when any sudden, odd problem or symptoms emerge.
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Syria _ Damascus _ Al-RawdaFrequently asked questions about Bone Marrow Transplant
What is Bone Marrow Transplant?
Bone Marrow Transplant in Syria: " In a bone marrow transplant, healthy blood-forming stem cells are infused into the patient’s body to replace the old ones. Bone marrow is a soft substance that’s existed inside the bones and is responsible for producing the blood cells and platelets. Stem cells are the foundation cells in the body that could be any type of other cell. Healthy stem cells can be taken from the patient (autologous) or from a donor...
How do I prepare for Bone Marrow Transplant?
" Preparations are done by examining the patient’s health in general and doing some tests. "
What are the aftercare instructions for Bone Marrow Transplant?
" Blood transfusion might be done for the patient from time to time until the bone marrow starts making enough blood cells and platelets. You must take very good care of your health. You must follow the doctor’s instructions about the suitable diet and physical activity. You must stick to the medications prescribed by the doctor and the regular visits. Immediately contact your surgeon when any sudden, odd problem or...
Which specialty is Bone Marrow Transplant related to?
Bone Marrow Transplant is related to: Hematology.
Where can I get Bone Marrow Transplant in Syria?
You can get Bone Marrow Transplant at clinics and hospitals in Syria. To find specialists in Hematology, see suggested doctors on this page or Click here
What are the possible complications of Bone Marrow Transplant?
" Graft-versus-host disease, which is a condition that occurs only when taking stem cells from a donor, causes the immune system to attack the body. Some symptoms include shortness of breath, persistent cough , dry mouth, mouth sores , dry eye , muscle or joint pain, nausea and vomiting , diarrhea , skin scarring and stiffness, and rash . Stem cell transplant failure. Infections. Infertility . New cancers. Cataracts...
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