Types of transplant
Autologous transplant uses the patient's own stem cells after high-dose treatment. Allogeneic transplant uses a matched donor and provides a graft-versus-disease effect. Haplo-identical transplant uses a half-matched family donor when a fully matched donor is unavailable. The choice depends on the disease, risk, fitness and donor options.
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What the assessment involves
Pre-transplant assessment includes disease status, cardiac, pulmonary, renal and hepatic function, infection screening, fertility counselling and psychosocial support. The risks of infection, GVHD, organ toxicity and relapse are discussed before consent.
- Disease-specific indication and response review
- Organ function and infection screening
- HLA typing and donor search
- Conditioning and supportive-care planning
- Long-term follow-up and survivorship
Where to start
Dr. Baniya consults at Kathmandu Neurology Clinic & Cognitive Center, Durbar Marg, and is affiliated with Kathmandu Cancer Center (KCC) Nepal, Civil Service Hospital, Kathmandu, and Advanced Care Hospital. Transplant discussions are arranged through the treating centre.