Search for dissertations about: "Myeloablative conditioning"

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2. 1. Health-related quality of life after stem cell transplantation - The firs year

   Author : Inger Andersson; Göteborgs universitet; []
   Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; Health-related quality of life; Stem cell transplantation; Myeloablative conditioning; Reduced intesity conditioning; Symptom; Functioning;

   Abstract : Health-related quality of life after stem cell transplantation – The first year Inger Andersson Institute of Health and Care Sciences at Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg, Gothenburg, Sweden Abstract High-Dose Chemotherapy (HDC) followed by Stem Cell Transplantation (SCT) has been proven to be beneficial for a variety of haematological diseases, solid tumours and immune disorders. Despite improved care and treatment, SCT continues to produce significant long-term complications with impaired functioning and distressing symptoms. READ MORE

4. 2. Cyclophosphamide and treosulfan in the conditioning regimen prior to allogeneic stem cell transplantation

   Author : Fredrik Sjöö; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
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   Abstract : Allogeneic stem cell transplantation (SCT) is a curative treatment for malignant and non-malignant diseases. However, transplantation related morbidity and mortality are major drawbacks affecting the survival and life quality of the patients. READ MORE

5. 3. Pathophysiological aspects of transplantation-related complications following busulphan/cyclophosphamide conditioning regimen in mouse model

   Author : Sulaiman Al-Hashmi; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
   Keywords : Busulfan;

   Abstract : Hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (HSCT) is a curative treatment for several malignant and non-malignant disorders. However, transplantation related morbidity and mortality limit its use. The complications of the HSCT procedure can be caused by several factors including toxicity of the conditioning regimen and allogeneicity. READ MORE

6. 4. Conditioning associated effects on oral mucosa and salivary function in allogeneic stem cell recipients

   Author : Karin Garming Legert; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
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   Abstract : Allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (HSCT) is an effective treatment for patients with a range of disorders of the immunohematopoietic system. In HSCT recipients, acute complications in the oral cavity are common. READ MORE

7. 5. Immune reconstitution after allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell transplantation

   Author : Brigitta Omazic; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
   Keywords : Immune reconstitution; allogeneic haematopoietic stem cell transplantation; IgH gene expression; TcRVbeta gene expression; B lymphocytes; T lymphocytes; IGF-1 receptor; thyroid hormone receptor.;

   Abstract : After treatment with allogeneic hernatopoietic stem cell transplantation (HSCT) the patient suffers from a deficient immune system for at least 12 months or longer. During this period, the patient is susceptible to infections and if the state of immune deficiency is prolonged there is an increased risk of relapse of the underlying malignancy as well as development of secondary malignancies. READ MORE