Allogeneic Transplant

 Donor provides bone marrow or blood stem cells.

Donation & Transplant

The Donor

Bone marrow is collected from the donor in a simple surgical procedure. Under local or general anesthetic, marrow is extracted from the pelvic bone by syringe.  No stitches necessary.  It's often an out-patient procedure, but some patients are admitted for a day or two of recuperation.  Side effects are usually minimal, but include lower back pain, as well as the effects of surgery; nausea, sore throat, dizziness. The donor's marrow completely regenerates in just a few weeks' time.

 

The Recipient

As a prelude to transplant, the receiving patient's existing marrow is eliminated by chemotherapy or radiation treatments, clearing the path for the new bone marrow. Infusion of the donor's marrow is performed by IV, and is a simple as a transfusion. Stem cells migrate to bone cavities and grow to create new marrow.

 

Cancer Programs

Bone Marrow Transplant
Florida Hospital Cancer Institute
The Florida Center for Cellular Therapy is Central Florida's first and only comprehensive bone marrow transplant center for both adult and pediatric patients. Since 1996, we've performed more than 350 blood and marrow transplants.
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Brain & Spinal Cancer
Florida Hospital Cancer Institute
When it comes to detecting, diagnosing and treating brain or spinal tumors, the Florida Hospital Brain and Spinal Cancer Program has a reputation for excellence in treating both pediatric and adult brain and spinal tumors.
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Breast Cancer
Florida Hospital Cancer Institute
At the Florida Hospital Cancer Institute (FHCI) we are pushing the very boundaries of breast cancer care by offering you the very latest technologies, state-of-the-art treatments and the highest level of professional care available in the region.
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Colorectal Cancer
Florida Hospital Cancer Institute
Our Colorectal Cancer Team includes experts who are among the best and most experienced physicians in the country. Our nurses, board-certified physicians and other cancer specialists are leading the way in developing advanced therapies for the continued fight against colorectal cancer.
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Gynecologic Cancer
Florida Hospital Cancer Institute
The Gynecologic Oncology Center is nationally recognized as a leader in cancer research and treatment. Our team of distinguished and skilled oncologists is not only well regarded in the region, but nationally and internationally as well for their expertise, knowledge and professionalism.
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Head & Neck Cancer
Florida Hospital Cancer Institute
The Head and Neck Cancer Program at the Florida Hospital Cancer Institute includes Central Florida's largest group of otolaryngologists (ear, nose, and throat surgeons), as well as radiation oncologists, medical oncologists, and other specialists.
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Lung/Esophageal Cancer
Florida Hospital Cancer Institute
The Florida Hospital Thoracic Cancer Program is comprised of the country’s leading experts in the field who provide a multidisciplinary approach for the diagnosis and treatment of thoracic cancers.
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Pediatric Cancer
Florida Hospital Cancer Institute
At the forefront of cancer and blood diseases, Florida Hospital for Children believes that your child deserves the very best care available. The Children’s Center for Cancer and Blood is proud to be one of the few Children’s Oncology Group (COG) programs in central Florida.
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Urology Cancer
Florida Hospital Cancer Institute
The Florida Hospital Urologic Cancer Program’s multidisciplinary team collaborates to create customized treatment plans for each individual patient which include more comprehensive services, state-of-the-art technology and leading research than any other program in the area.
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