Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS) — Stem Cell Transplant: treatment in the Best Hospitals of Germany
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Department of Hematology, Oncology, Rheumatology, Infectology and Bone Marrow Transplantation
The Department of Hematology, Oncology, Rheumatology, Infectology and Bone Marrow Transplantation offers modern diagnostics and treatment in all areas of its specialization. The medical facility treats patients with solid malignant tumors of various locations, malignant and benign diseases of the hematopoietic system, rheumatic diseases, and infections. The department enjoys a reputation as one of the leading health facilities for bone marrow transplants in Germany, which is confirmed by accreditation in accordance with JACIE standards. More than 80 allogeneic and more than 100 autologous bone marrow transplants are performed in the medical facility annually. In addition, the department successfully carries out innovative CAR T-cell therapy, which is available only in the most advanced medical centers worldwide. The department is part of the Comprehensive Cancer Center Ulm (CCCU), where a multidisciplinary team of highly professional doctors takes care of the health of patients. The high quality of medical services is confirmed by the certification of the German Cancer Society (DKG). The health of patients is in the safe hands of experienced specialists who strive to provide each patient with the most effective treatment using advanced therapeutic methods. The medical facility has 112 beds and many specialized outpatient clinics.
Department of Hematology and Oncology
The Department of Hematology and Oncology offers the full range of diagnostics and treatment of blood diseases, coagulation disorders, oncological diseases and related pathological conditions. The treatment is provided both on an outpatient and inpatient basis. The patient is offered a comprehensive treatment, including intensive care to eliminate side effects associated with the tumor and therapy, development of individual recommendations on nutrition, physiotherapeutic measures and psycho-oncological care.
Department of Hematology, Oncology, Adult and Pediatric Rheumatology
The Department of Hematology, Oncology, Adult and Pediatric Rheumatology offers the full range of modern diagnostics and treatment of malignant diseases, rheumatic pathologies, including particularly complex clinical cases in these fields. In addition, the department's doctors specialize in stem cell transplantation and occupy leading positions in this field at the international level. The medical team of the department makes every effort to guarantee each patient an individual, first-class treatment, based on the very latest achievements of modern medicine and human respect, understanding of the needs of each patient.
Myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS) is a hematologic cancer that affects the bone marrow. Some of the bone marrow cells become pathologically altered (dysplastic) and cannot produce normal blood cells. Instead, defective cells are produced, which quickly die and cannot fulfill their functions. There are different types of myelodysplastic syndrome, but most commonly the production of red blood cells is impaired, resulting in severe anemia. In one in three patients, myelodysplastic syndrome is transformed into acute myeloid leukemia.
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Stem cell transplant for myelodysplastic syndrome
This procedure is sometimes performed. It is the only way to cure the disease. However, all patients are not treated with stem cell transplant because it is expensive, can cause certain side effects and is mainly suitable for young patients.
Another problem is the availability of donor material. MDS can only be cured by allogeneic transplantation: when a person receives a transplant of donor SCs rather than his own. It is good if the patient has a compatible next of kin. If there is no such person, a suitable donor can be found in the donor database.
However, if the donor is successfully found and the procedure is performed by experienced specialists, the new bone marrow will take root in the recipient's body and will start producing blood cells soon after transplantation. In this case, MDS is highly likely to be cured.
Who is eligible for SCs transplantation
Patients who meet these criteria are considered candidates for SCs transplantation:
- Young age
- Good overall health
- Severe symptoms and very low blood cell count
- Unfavorable prognosis with regard to further development of the disease, high risk of transformation into acute myeloid leukemia
- Need for rapid therapeutic outcome due to complications
If after the examination you are recognized as an eligible candidate for a SCs transplant, you can apply to one of the German clinics. You can choose a hospital for stem cell transplant for MDS in Germany via the Booking Health website. The prices of medical procedures are listed here. You can compare the average cost of treatment in different medical centers and choose a suitable option.
Booking Health specialists will help you find a clinic whose doctors perform stem cell transplantation for MDS and achieve excellent results. We will organize your trip and provide support throughout your stay abroad.
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The article was edited by medical experts, board certified doctors Dr. Nadezhda Ivanisova and Dr. Vadim Zhiliuk. For the treatment of the conditions referred to in the article, you must consult a doctor; the information in the article is not intended for self-medication!
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