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Allogeneic bone marrow transplantation: procedures and complications.

M D Parr1, M J Messino, W McIntyre

  • 1Department of Pharmacy, University Hospital of Arkansas, Little Rock 72205.

American Journal of Hospital Pharmacy
|January 1, 1991
PubMed
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Bone marrow transplantation (BMT) offers a chance for survival for patients with serious diseases by replacing diseased cells. However, complications like graft-versus-host disease (GVHD) and donor matching challenges remain significant concerns.

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Area of Science:

  • Hematology
  • Immunology
  • Transplantation Medicine

Background:

  • Bone marrow transplantation (BMT) is a therapeutic option for hematopoietic or immune system disorders and enzyme deficiencies.
  • Successful allogeneic BMT relies on identifying compatible donors through human lymphocyte antigen (HLA) matching.
  • Limited availability of ideal donors (identical twins or HLA-matched siblings) poses a challenge, as only 30% of patients have access to such donors.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide a comprehensive overview of bone marrow transplantation (BMT).
  • To discuss the immunological principles, procedural aspects, and management of complications associated with BMT.
  • To highlight areas requiring further research to improve BMT outcomes.

Main Methods:

  • Conditioning regimens involving total body irradiation and chemotherapy (e.g., cyclophosphamide, busulfan, etoposide, cytarabine) are employed before marrow infusion.
  • Infusion of unmanipulated marrow involves approximately 3 x 10^8 nucleated cells per kilogram.
  • Engraftment is typically observed 14-21 days post-transplantation.

Main Results:

  • Toxic effects from conditioning, including infections and organ-specific toxicities, manifest during the engraftment period.
  • Graft-versus-host disease (GVHD) is a major complication affecting multiple organ systems.
  • Pharmacological interventions such as prednisone, methylprednisolone, methotrexate, antithymocyte globulin, and cyclosporine are used to prevent or treat GVHD.

Conclusions:

  • BMT provides a potential for long-term survival in patients with life-threatening conditions.
  • High rates of morbidity and mortality persist, necessitating further research.
  • Key areas for research include reducing infection rates, preventing leukemic relapse, managing GVHD, and improving donor availability and matching.