Autologous Bone Marrow Transplantation

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Autologous Bone Marrow Transplantation Definition

Bone marrow transfer in which the patient is his own donor. Bone marrow is removed prior to bone marrow ablation treatment and then returned to reconstitute the hematopoietic system. Prior to reinfusion the bone marrow is often treated to purge it of residual tumor cells.

Autologous Bone Marrow Transplantation Synonyms

Autologous Bone Marrow Transplantation, ABMT, Autologous Bone Marrow Transplant, Autologous Marrow Transplantation, autologous bone marrow transplantation

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