Blood and Marrow Transplant

Patient and Family Education

What You Need to Know About Transplant

Objectives:

To learn what bone marrow transplant and peripheral blood stem cell transplant are and how they are used as a treatment for some diseases
To understand what to expect during each phase of transplant
To learn what steps need to be taken before beginning treatment
To help you prepare mentally and physically for your transplant
To answer questions regarding transplant

Getting Started:

Beginning any medical treatment can be very stressful. There are many unanswered questions during this time, and you will need someone to talk to. Your transplant nurse coordinators are your primary point of contact in the transplant program. They are available to answer questions and provide guidance during your treatment process. It is also helpful to have someone else with you during appointments.

You and your family should select someone to be your caregiver. He or she may be responsible for:

Assistance with daily activities
Help with medications
Reporting of symptoms to transplant team
Transportation to and from the hospital
Keeping track of appointments

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This page was last updated on: September 16, 2009.