Bone marrow transplant

A bone marrow transplant is a procedure that involves replacing damaged bone marrow with healthy bone marrow stem cells.

Bone marrow transplant risks {#risks}

How is a bone marrow transplant performed? {#how-is-it-performed}

Complications of bone marrow transplants {#who-can-use-it}

When is a bone marrow transplant needed? {#why-is-it-necessary}

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A bone marrow transplant, more commonly known as a stem cell transplant, replaces damaged bone marrow with healthy bone marrow stem cells.

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Bone marrow transplant risks

How is a bone marrow transplant performed?

Complications of bone marrow transplants

When is a bone marrow transplant needed?

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