Stem cell transplantation

Feature: Stem cell transplantation
Autologous, allogeneic, or reduced-intensity – there are different ways of transplanting stem cells. We explain what these differences are and what kinds of complications can be expected. You can also read how blood stem cells can be obtained for use in transplantation.

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Hodgkin’s lymphoma in adults: What is the benefit of stem cell transplantation with an unrelated donor?

Blood stem cell transplantation can be a treatment option for people with Hodgkin’s lymphoma, if other therapies were unsuccessful. However, there are not enough studies on the chances and risks of stem cell transplantation with unrelated donors. more...

Soft tissue sarcoma: Does high-dose chemotherapy in combination with autologous blood stem cell transplantation have a benefit?

How much benefit or harm results from high-dose chemotherapy in combination with autologous blood stem cell transplantation in cancerous soft tissue tumors (soft tissue sarcomas) has not been studied enough. For this reason researchers recommend its use only in clinical trials. more...

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