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Stem cell and bone marrow transplants

This section gives information about high-dose treatment for certain types of cancer, such as lymphoma and leukaemia. It covers high-dose treatment with stem cell support (autologous treatment) and donor stem cell transplants (allogeneic transplants).

The idea of having these treatments can be frightening. They are intensive procedures, which may be stressful for both you and your relatives and friends. We hope this section will give you enough information to feel more confident about your treatment.


Content last reviewed: 01 June 2006
Page last modified: 14 November 2006

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Cancerbackup has merged with Macmillan Cancer Support. We will be providing the same high quality, expertly developed information about cancer and now we can make it available to everyone who needs it.