Tag: graft-versus-host disease
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Unlocking the Secrets of Bone Marrow: A Lifeline for Cancer Patients
Deep within your bones lies a hidden treasure: bone marrow. This soft, spongy tissue holds the key to a remarkable medical procedure known as a bone marrow transplant, or BMT for short. The bone marrow serves as a vital hub for the development and storage of most of the body’s blood cells. But when…
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NHIF Bone Marrow Transplant Process and Cost
Bone marrow transplant, also known as hematopoietic stem cell transplantation, is a medical procedure used to treat various life-threatening conditions such as certain types of cancer, blood disorders, and immune system disorders. The National Hospital Insurance Fund (NHIF) in Kenya recognizes the significance of this treatment and provides coverage for eligible individuals who require…
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If somebody has a bone marrow transplant, do they have to be on medication for life after the transplant?
Bone marrow transplantation, also known as hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (HSCT), is a medical procedure used to treat certain types of cancer, such as leukemia, lymphoma, and multiple myeloma, as well as other serious blood disorders. The procedure involves replacing a person’s diseased or damaged bone marrow with healthy bone marrow stem cells from a…