A condition in which there is a decreased number of red cells, resulting in weakness and fatigue. The removal of the marrow from the cavities of the bones by suction. A drug used for immunosuppression and destruction of cancer cells. A commonly used brand name is Cytoxan. A viral infection that can cause serious illness in immunosuppressed patients.
New drugs are now available for prevention and treatment.
The successful implantation of stem cells in the patient's bone marrow cavities. An immunological reaction of donor bone marrow against the transplanted patient. A viral infection that usually produces small, temporary, irritating and sometimes painful fluid-filled blisters on the skin and mucous membranes. A catheter designed for long-term use in giving drugs and total parenteral nutrition and in withdrawing blood samples. The state of similarity between tissues of the donor and the patient or recipient.