Stem Cell Transplants
Stem cell transplants, also known as hematopoietic cell transplants, are one of the most effective treatment options for leukemia. It works by replacing damaged cells in the bone marrow with healthy ones. A doctor often suggests this procedure once bone marrow cells are destroyed by other treatments, such as chemotherapy or radiation therapy. Healthy bone marrow cells are taken from a donor and then put into the patient’s body to produce healthy platelets, red blood cells, as well as white blood cells. In the past, white bone marrow transplants used to be common. However, peripheral blood stem cell transplants are more common now. It is important to discuss with your doctor to choose the right type for your health condition. [10]
