Types of Bone Marrow Transplants | Best Bone Marrow Transplantation in India |Bone Marrow Transplant Procedure & Types

What are the different types of BMT?

Bone Marrow Transplant (BMT) actually means an infusion of stem cells (collected either from bone marrow or peripheral blood or cord blood) into the recipient. There are different types of bone marrow transplants depending on the donor.

The different types include the following:

Autologous transplant – (Self-Donated)

• Allogeneic transplant – uses blood-forming cells donated by someone else
• Allogeneic (Donor) Transplants Using Matched Sibling
• Allogeneic Transplants Using Unrelated Donors
• Allogeneic Transplants Using Haploidentical (Half-Matched) Donors
• Allogeneic Transplants Using Umbilical Cord Blood

Some other Types of Transplants :

• Syngeneic BMT: 

A syngeneic transplant is an allogeneic transplant from an identical twin. Identical twins are considered a complete genetic match for a transplant. In cases where the donor is the identical twin of the patient, the transplant is essentially like an autologous transplant, as the cells are genetically identical.

• Mini Transplant: 

Mini transplant is termed coined on the basis of conditioning regimen before transplant (“Non-Myeloablative” or, more accurately, “Reduced-Intensity Conditioning” transplant). This type of transplant makes the procedure safer in patients of older age or with pre-existing health problems. Read More...

Lymphoma Treatment in India at Affordable Cost | BMT Abroad

What Is Lymphoma?

Lymphoma is cancer that begins in infection-fighting cells of the immune system, called lymphocytes. These cells are in the lymph nodes, spleen, thymus, bone marrow, and other parts of the body. When you have lymphoma, lymphocytes change and grow out of control.

There are two main types of lymphoma:
Non-Hodgkin: Most people with lymphoma have this type.
Hodgkin
Causes

Scientists don't know what causes lymphoma in most cases.

• You might be more at risk if you:
• Are in your 60s or older for non-Hodgkin lymphoma
• Are between 15 and 40 or older than 55 for Hodgkin lymphoma
• Are male, although certain subtypes may be more common in females
• Have a weak immune system from HIV/AIDS, an organ transplant, or because you were born with an immune disease
• Have an immune system disease such as rheumatoid arthritis, Sjögren's syndrome, lupus, or celiac disease
• Have been infected with a virus such as Epstein-Barr, hepatitis C, or human T-cell leukemia/lymphoma (HTLV-1)
• Have a close relative who had lymphoma
• Were exposed to benzene or chemicals that kill bugs and weeds
• Were treated for Hodgkin or non-Hodgkin lymphoma in the past
• Were treated for cancer with radiation

Symptoms

• Warning signs of lymphoma include:
• Swollen glands (lymph nodes), often in the neck, armpit, or groin that are painless
• Cough
• Shortness of breath
• Fever
• Night sweats
• Fatigue
• Weight loss
• Itching

Many of these symptoms can also be warning signs of other illnesses. See your doctor find out for sure if you have lymphoma.

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Leukemia Cancer Treatment India with Bone Marrow Transplant Abroad

Leukemia Cancer Treatment India with Bone Marrow Transplant Abroad

Leukemia is the name given to a group of cancers that develop in the bone marrow. Under normal conditions, the bone marrow contains a small number of healthy immature blood cells, sometimes called blast cells. These immature blood cells mature and develop into red cells, white cells and platelets, which are eventually released into the bloodstream.

Leukemia originates in developing blood cells, which have undergone a malignant (cancerous) change. Instead of maturing properly, these cells grow and multiply in an uncontrolled fashion and interfere with normal blood cell production in the bone marrow.

There are several different types and subtypes of leukemia-

Acute lymphocytic leukemia (ALL)
Acute lymphocytic leukemia (ALL)
Chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL)
Chronic myelogenous leukemia (CML)

Common symptoms of leukemia-

tiredness
anemia (paleness, weakness, breathlessness)
repeated infections, for example, mouth sores, infected cuts, and scratches
prone to bruising and bleeding.

Other symptoms of leukemia-
bone pain
chest pain
painful or swollen gums
skin rashes
headaches or eyesight problems
vomiting
enlarged spleen or lymph glands

If you notice any of these symptoms, it doesn’t mean you have leukemia, but it’s a good idea to see your doctor for a check-up.

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