What is Bone Marrow
Transplant?
The spongy or flexible tissue that is present in the
interior of bones is known as bone marrow. It is present in the large size
bones, such as breast bone, hips and spine where it produces new blood cells.
The blood cells include white blood cells (leukocytes), platelets and the red
blood cells (erythrocytes).
In patients who are suffering from diseases such as
Leukemia, aplastic anemia or other immune deficiency disorders, the stem cells
in the marrow produce abnormal blood cells that hinder the production of normal
blood cells. In a transplant, the diseased marrow that is producing the
abnormal blood cells is destroyed by treatments such as chemotherapy and
radiation and is replaced by healthy marrow. This healthy marrow replaces the
dysfunctional one that was present in the cavities of the bones and starts
producing healthy blood cells. If successful, this treatment may completely
cure the patient of his disease. It may take as long as one year for the
transplanted marrow to start performing its functions at the optimal level.
During this time period, the patient has to undergo frequent checkups for any
complications that may occur.
How much does BMT
cost?
It is an expensive medical treatment that usually involves
an expenditure that runs into thousands of dollars. Also, many insurance
companies do not provide full insurance for bone marrow transplantation. The
cost of the treatment also depends on the kind of transplant that the patient
receives. For instance, the cost of an Autologous transplant is considerably
less than the cost of an Allogeneic or Syngeneic transplant. An Autologous
transplant is one in which the patient earlier donates her own stem cells for
the transplant. In an Allogeneic transplant, the person receives the stem cells
from a family member or an unrelated donor, while in a Syngeneic transplant,
the person donating the stem cells is an identical twin to the patient.
For patients who are looking for an affordable bone marrow
transplant, Bone Marrow Transplant in India provides cost effective bone marrow
transplant with excellent medical facilities. Visit www.lazoi.com
Or call us at 8010335566, Whatsapp us at : 958-45-25-141,
Mail us at info@lazoi.com
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