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Autologous Stem Cell Transplant (ASCT)
1. What are the different types of stem cell transplants? Video
2. What is an autologous stem cell transplant (ASCT)? Video
3. What is a tandem transplant? When are they used? Video
4. Who should consider an autologous stem cell transplant? Video
5. Is transplant still needed in the age of novel therapies? Video
6. When should ASCT be considered? When is the best time to have an ASCT? Video
7. Is upfront ASCT always preferred or should it be done at first relapse? Video
8. What tests are required to be able to have a stem cell transplant? What testing is done to determine if I am eligible for a transplant? Video
9. What is involved in having an autologous stem cell transplant? Video
10. Will I need a catheter during the ASCT process? Video
11. What is stem cell mobilization? Video
12. When is the ideal time to collect (harvest) stem cells? Do myeloma cells get included in the stem cell collection and the stem cell re-infusion ? Video
13. What is the process of stem cell collection (apheresis or harvesting)? How long does it take? Why chew Tums during stem cell harvest? Video
14. How many cells do you aim to collect during the harvesting process? Why are extra stem cell collected? How can these stem cells be used in the future? Video
15. Do you need to be in a complete remission to proceed with an autologous stem cell transplant (ASCT)? Should you postpone transplant to get into a deeper remission? Video
16. Can an autologous stem cell transplant be given in the outpatient setting? Video
17. What is conditioning chemotherapy used in myeloma prior to transplant? What is the dose? Video
18. What are the main side effects of an ASCT? How are those side effects managed? (hair loss- mucositis, GI. hematological) Video
19. How common is it for patients to get mouth sores during a transplant? Video
20. What is neutropenia and how long does it last? What is a neutropenic diet? Video
21. BETA - What are the effects of stem cell tansplants on hair? What are cryo caps and should they be used during transplant? Video
22. How long does nausea and lack of appetite last after transplant? Video
23. How long is the average stay for an ASCT? How will the doctor know when I am able to return home or no longer come for daily clinic visits? Video
24. BETA How can I prepare for ASCT? Video
25. What should I know abut visitors during the ASCT process? Video
26. BETA - What is the role of a care giver during autologous stem cell transplant? Video
27. BETA - How long will I be immunocompromised? How can I prevent infection after transplant? Video
28. BETA - What guidance to you give your transplant patients about pets, yardwork, swimming, sun exposure, piercing and tattoos when initially returning home? Video
29. BETA When can I expect to feel better after transplant? Video
30. What testing is usually done at 100 days post transplant? Video
31. Is it possible to have no response to transplant? Video
32. What is the role of maintenance therapy after an ASCT? Why is maintenance therapy needed if yo are in a complete remission or MRD negative? Video
33. What should I know about vaccinations after transplant? Video
34. If I relapse from a stem cell transplant, should I try another transplant or do another type of therapy? Video
35. If I am not eligible for transplant what treatment options should I consider? How effective are these treatments compared to transplant? Video
36. Can individuals on dialysis consider transplant as an option? Video
37. BETA - What should women and men of child-bearing years know about preserving fertility prior transplant? Video
38. BETA - What should transplant patients know about orthostatic/postural hypotension? Video
39. BETA - What is the role of prehabilitation prior to an autologous stem cell transplant? Video
Will I need a catheter during the ASCT process?
4 months ago
Lesson Description
Find out everything you need to know about catheters used in stem cell harvesting and transplantation, including types, uses, and care.