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Bone Marrow Transplants in the UK
A bone marrow transplant is a procedure to replace damaged bone marrow with healthy bone marrow.
What is a bone marrow or stem cell transplant?
Stem cell transplant or bone marrow transplant is a type of treatment that replaces damaged blood cells with healthy ones. Stem cell transplants are a complex medical procedure and can only be provided at specialist centres. They have been used to treat blood cancers and disorders for many years, and more recently have been used to treat some auto-immune conditions, specifically Multiple Sclerosis.
At HCA Healthcare UK our network of quality assured haematopoietic stem cell transplant centres provide expert care for patients with blood cancer. Each or our centres are JACIE accredited, an independent accreditation that recognises high quality patient care.
Types of bone marrow transplant
There are different types of stem cell transplants, the most common are:
- Autologous transplant– using your own stem cells
- Allogeneic transplant – using donor cells
Depending on your diagnosis you may be able to use your own stem cells for the transplant, however this is not always possible and a donor is required. A donor may be a family member who is considered to be a good match (related donor), or if this is not possible then it may be from an unrelated donor who has chosen to donate their stem cells to the British Bone Marrow Registry.
Less common transplants are:
- Cord blood transplant – using donor umbilical cord stem cells
- Haploidenticle transplant (Haplo) – using donor cells
These transplants are an option for patients who are unable to find a high match donor.
At HCA Healthcare UK we work with expert consultant Haematologists who are highly experienced in providing stem cell transplants. They lead a team of experts from specialist nurses to pharmacists and other healthcare professionals to ensure you get the best possible care.
Your consultant will discuss your diagnosis with you in detail and, if stem cell transplant is a treatment option for you, then we have a whole team of experts who can provide you with more information and support.
Our Bone Marrow Transplants in the UK consultants
Dr Bhuvan Kishore
Haematology
Dr Shankara Paneesha
Haematology
Dr Premini Mahendra
Haematology
Dr. Varun Mehra
Haematology
Our Bone Marrow Transplants in the UK locations
HCA Healthcare UK at University College Hospital
Grafton Way Building, 1 Grafton Way WC1E 6AG London
Private Care at Guy's
London Bridge Hospital Private Care at Guy's SE1 9RT London
The Christie Private Care
Wilmslow Road M20 4BX Manchester
Patient stories
Yvette's story: From back pain to hip replacement surgery
Yvette (54) a journalist from Kent, started experiencing pain in her hip seven years ago in 2015. An ex-national gymnast who had been incredibly active and flexible her whole life, Yvette felt concerned about the growing discomfort impacting her quality of life, and so sought help from her GP.
A new hip and straight back into the spin of things
David's gym video shows him repeatedly pushing up to 100kg on a single leg press – not particularly unusual for this keen cyclist former competitive squash player and all-round fitness enthusiast. What is unusual is that 52-year-old David had hip surgery just 12 weeks earlier.
Michael's MAKO hip surgery to treat his arthritis
73 year-old Michael, an avid walker and charity worker, was diagnosed with arthritis in January 2021. After facing long waiting times and increasing pain that was becoming more frequent, he started to look elsewhere for treatment.
This content is intended for general information only and does not replace the need for personal advice from a qualified health professional.