Bone Marrow Transplant

Bone Marrow Transplant in Delhi

The Bone Marrow Transplant Unit at Park Hospitals, Delhi, is an integral part of the department of Medical Oncology and Hemato-Oncology, dedicated to treating conditions in which patients need to undergo very high doses of chemotherapy, followed by rescue with their preserved stem cells collected from bone marrow. This is the most common type of stem cell transplantation practiced worldwide, called autologous stem cell transplantation, for both hematological malignancies, such as relapsed/refractory lymphomas and multiple myeloma, and solid tumors, such as germ cell tumors, refractory sarcomas, and pediatric malignancies.

The next common type of stem cell transplantation is an allogenic transplant, in which matched donors' stem cells are infused into the patient's bloodstream to kill cancer cells through the immune system. Complete ablation of the patient's bone marrow may not be required with modern reduced-intensity transplantation protocols, where drugs are given to the patient to prevent rejection of donor cells and allow necessary immune response against cancer cells.

Cancers affecting the bone marrow and blood-forming cells (Hematological malignancies) are the most common indication for allogenic stem cell transplantation, including high-risk acute myeloblastic leukemia, relapsed acute lymphoblastic leukemia, and some myelomas that have relapsed after tandem autologous transplantation.

The process of pre-transplant chemotherapy and immunosuppressants primes the patient's bone marrow to receive stem cells. This process gradually weakens immunity and overall health. Many people may experience repeated infections, unusual bruising or bleeding, prolonged fever, weakness, or severe tiredness that does not improve easily. Early medical evaluation helps avoid complications and supports timely treatment and recovery.

Our unit has experienced Medical Oncology & Hemato Oncology experts with experience in bone marrow transplant, and critical care experts who evaluate patients with blood investigations, bone marrow testing, compatibility assessment, and health evaluation before treatment. In selected cases, supportive transfusion therapies are also provided to help maintain healthy blood counts during treatment and recovery.

The unit is equipped with advanced technologies for transplant care, enabling safe patient management throughout treatment. Specialized stem cell processing and storage systems preserve stem cells before transplantation. Cutting-edge laboratories support donor matching and compatibility testing to reduce complications. Infection-control isolation rooms with advanced air filtration protect patients with weakened immunity during recovery.

The Bone Marrow Transplant Unit at Park Hospitals, Delhi, focuses on complete recovery care after transplant. Patients are closely monitored after treatment to prevent infection, support recovery of blood counts, maintain nutritional balance, and manage medications. The experts also guide patients on cleanliness routines, dietary precautions, and lifestyle adaptations to strengthen immunity and support gradual recovery. Regular follow-up consultations are also scheduled to monitor transplant response and identify complications at an early stage.