“Bone Marrow Transplant: A Lifesaving Treatment for Blood Cancer Patients”

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Hematologic cancers are caused by abnormalities in blood cells and bone marrow, which decrease the production of healthy blood cells. This results in weakened immunity, increased risk of infections, easy bleeding, and anemia. When these abnormal cells multiply uncontrollably, they can develop into blood cancer.

The most common types of hematologic cancers include:

There are several treatment approaches depending on the type and severity of the disease, including:

The most advanced treatment for blood cancers is the bone marrow transplant, also known as a stem cell transplant. This procedure involves transferring healthy hematopoietic stem cells into the patient’s body to regenerate healthy blood cells, replacing the damaged or abnormal ones.

There are two main types of bone marrow transplants:

  1. Autologous Stem Cell Transplantation – using the patient’s own stem cells
  2. Allogeneic Stem Cell Transplantation – using stem cells from a compatible donor, who may be a relative or an unrelated matched donor

Bone marrow transplantation plays a crucial role in the treatment of blood cancers. It helps restore the body’s blood-forming system, strengthens the immune system, increases survival rates, and reduces the risk of recurrence.
If any abnormalities are detected, it’s essential to consult a hematology specialist promptly for accurate diagnosis and a personalized treatment plan.

For more information, please contact

Life Cancer Center, Vejthani Hospital
Call: (+66)2-734-0000 Ext. 2720, 2721
English Hotline: (+66)85-223-8888

Medically Reviewed by

DR. NARUPON SONSAK
DR. NARUPON SONSAK

Internal Medicine

Hematology

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