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GlossaryBone Marrow Transplantation (Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplant)

medical procedure replacing damaged bone marrow with healthy stem cells

Bone Marrow Transplantation (BMT), also known as Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation (HSCT), is a medical procedure used to replace damaged or destroyed bone marrow with healthy bone marrow stem cells. This treatment is often used for patients with certain cancers like leukemia or lymphoma, as well as other blood or immune system disorders. The healthy stem cells can come from the patient (autologous transplant) or a donor (allogeneic transplant).

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Categorization of Long-Lasting Hair Changes in Patients After Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplants

research Categorization of Long-Lasting Hair Changes in Patients After Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplants

August 2018 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology”

Patients often experience long-lasting changes to their hair after stem cell transplants.

Dermatologic Conditions of the Early Post-Transplant Period in Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplant Recipients

research Dermatologic Conditions of the Early Post-Transplant Period in Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplant Recipients

5 citations, October 2018 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology”

Skin problems are common after stem cell transplants, and early treatment by dermatologists can improve patient outcomes.

Rehabilitation and Functional Status Relationship to Re-Hospitalization Rates in Patients with Hematologic Malignancy after Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplant

research Rehabilitation and Functional Status Relationship to Re-Hospitalization Rates in Patients with Hematologic Malignancy after Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplant

September 2014 in “PM&R”

Rehabilitation improved patients' mobility but did not reduce 30-day hospital readmission rates after stem cell transplants.

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