stem cell transplant

A stem cell transplant is a medical procedure that replaces damaged or diseased blood-forming cells with healthy ones. It’s often used to treat certain cancers, like leukemia, or other blood disorders. The process involves collecting stem cells from the patient (autologous) or a donor (allogeneic), then infusing them into the bloodstream after high-dose chemotherapy or radiation. These healthy stem cells travel to the bone marrow, where they restore the body’s ability to produce blood cells. The goal is to rebuild a healthy blood system and help the patient recover.