Bone Marrow and Stem Cell Transplant

Expert Bone Marrow and Stem Cell Transplant Program

Our interdisciplinary team of doctors is dedicated to research and improvement of the transplant process, thereby improving patient outcomes and survival rates. Loyola is proud to be a participating transplant, apheresis and collection center in the National Marrow Donor Program network.

Bone marrow is found in the center cavities of all bones and within the ends of the long bones of your arms and legs. Bone marrow is composed of stem cells that give origin to:

  • Red cells (RBC) or erythrocytes are responsible for carrying oxygen to all body tissues and organs
     
  • White cells (WBC) or leukocytes kill germs that can cause infection
     
  • Platelets or thrombocytes are responsible for clotting and preventing excessive bleeding
     
  • Stem cells multiply, divide and mature in the bone marrow. They are released into the bloodstream as red blood cells, white blood cells and platelets.

The goal of a bone marrow or peripheral (stem cell) transplant is to replace unhealthy stem cells with healthy stem cells, or to replace bone marrow cells that are damaged while treating cancer with high-dose therapy. The new cells from a transplant will cause the bone marrow to function normally again.

Why Choose Loyola for Bone Marrow and Stem Cell Transplant?

Loyola offers a full spectrum of transplant options and is dedicated to maintaining your physical and mental fitness. Our highly skilled transplant team will answer your medical questions and help you through the process.

Care is provided by our experienced, interdisciplinary transplant team, which includes attending physicians, an advanced practice nurse, professional nursing staff, dietitians, social workers, chaplains and a clinical psychologist.

Our program is actively involved in research, providing individuals with an opportunity to participate in a variety of clinical trials, including national breast, lymphoma, leukemia, ovarian, testicular and multiple myeloma studies.

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