Bone Marrow Transplant

Bone Marrow Transplant (pronunciation: /boʊn ˈmær.oʊ ˌtrænsˈplɑːnt/)

A Bone Marrow Transplant is a medical procedure performed to replace bone marrow that has been damaged or destroyed by disease, infection, or chemotherapy. This procedure involves transplanting blood stem cells, which travel to the bone marrow where they produce new blood cells and promote growth of new marrow.

Etymology

The term "Bone Marrow Transplant" is derived from the English language. "Bone" and "Marrow" are Old English in origin, while "Transplant" comes from the Latin transplantare meaning "to move and plant in another place".

Procedure

The procedure of a Bone Marrow Transplant involves two main types: autologous transplants (using cells from the patient's own body) and allogeneic transplants (using cells from a donor). The choice of procedure depends on the patient's condition and the availability of a suitable donor.

Related Terms

• Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation
• Chemotherapy
• Leukemia
• Lymphoma
• Myeloma
• Graft-versus-host disease

Risks and Complications

Like any other medical procedure, a Bone Marrow Transplant also carries potential risks and complications. These may include Graft-versus-host disease, infections, organ damage, and the possibility of developing new forms of cancer.

See Also

• Stem Cell
• Blood Cell
• Bone Marrow

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