As is the case with every important medical decision, information is an invaluable resource if you or someone you care about is considering blood and marrow transplantation. The most important source of this information is your oncologist and members of your blood and marrow transplantation team. Cancer is a term that applies to many different diseases. Similarly, there are many different kinds of treatment for cancer.

You and your doctor must determine the best treatment specifically for you. If blood and marrow transplantation will be a part of that treatment, we hope the following sections of this Web site will provide you and your family with useful, general information.

Remember, consult with your own doctor and your blood and marrow transplantation team for the facts about your condition and the details of the treatment you will receive.

For a more in-depth look at blood and marrow transplantation, please follow the links below.

Preparing for Blood and Marrow Transplantation

The Blood and Marrow Harvest

The Hospital Stay

Recovery