Preparing for the Inpatient ASCT Procedure

Your job while you are in the hospital is to focus on recovery. 

• Hospital staff will manage meals, cleaning, and medical care, allowing you to focus on healing.
• Engage in low-energy activities such as reading, watching movies, or listening to music.
• Maintain hygiene and light exercise as recommended.

Packing & Logistics

• Bring enough clothing, personal care items, and hygiene supplies for a hospital stay of up to a month.
• If you don’t have someone to do your laundry, check if the hospital has laundry facilities.
• Plan transportation to and from the hospital in advance.

Communication Plan

• List trusted contacts and inform them of your expected hospital stay.
• Set communication expectations: On difficult days, a quick “I’m okay” message may suffice.
• Arrange a point of contact to update others on your condition.

Make sure to review the 'Pre-Transplant' section of this guide.