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Clinical Preparations

WEBThis section explains important steps you will take as you prepare for transplant including: Pre-transplant testing. Pre-transplant consultation appointments. Meet with your clinical …

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What It Means to Be a Caregiver

WEBThe caregiver is an essential member of the stem cell transplantation care team. You know the patient better than any medical provider – and you will make a vital difference …

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Nutrition Guidelines

WEBFluid Intake. It is very important to stay hydrated to maintain the health of your kidneys. Drink at least 2 liters of fluid per day, with a goal of 2-3 liters per day. Aim for non …

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Support for Caregivers

WEBHere are some helpful tips: Set up a separate support system for yourself. Trusted friends, a clergy member or spiritual advisor, a hospital social worker, and a community therapist …

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Key Planning Tasks

WEBKey Planning Tasks. This section will help you to understand what steps you will need to take and what preparations will need to be made before transplant, including: Select a …

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Autologous Stem Cell Transplant

WEBStep 4: Stem cell infusion: You will get your new, healthy stem cells through an infusion in your central line catheter. This usually lasts between 15 minutes to 2 hours. Surgery is …

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Long-term Recovery and Survivorship

WEBImmunizations The treatment you receive as part of the transplant process gives you a new immune system. Therefore, you are no longer protected by any vaccinations you had …

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What you should know about CAR T-cell therapy

WEBDeveloped by Dana-Farber Cancer Institute Last Revised 03/2016 Patient and Family Education Committee What is CAR T-cell therapy? CAR T-cell therapy is a …

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Resources for Caregivers

WEBBone Marrow Foundation bonemarrow.org | 800-365-1336 Ask the Expert: Ask the Expert is an online service that enables confidential communications with health care …

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Dental Clearance Program for Patients Who Are Scheduled for

WEBDeveloped by Brigham and Women’s Hospital and Dana-Farber Cancer Institute , Last revised 03/2022 Page 3 of 4 ENDODONTIC GUIDELINES • All teeth that are known to …

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Visitor Guidelines for Family and Friends including your …

WEBAn excerpt from Stem Cell Transplantation: A Guide for Patients and Caregivers, 17.9 Visitor Guidelines for Family and Friends We encourage you to have visitors throughout …

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Flushing Your Central Line Catheter

WEB© Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Patient and Family Education Committee. Last revised 09/2022. Page 1 of 6 Flushing Your Central Line Catheter Gloves

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Questions to Ask Your Insurance Company

WEBExcerpt from Stem Cell Transplantation: An Information Guide for Patients and Caregivers, 23.5, Financial Preparations . Questions to Ask Your Insurance Company

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Dental Clearance Program for Patients Who Are Scheduled for

WEBDeveloped by Brigham and Women’s Hospital and Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Last revised 11/2023 Page 1 of 4 Dental Clearance Program for Patients Who …

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Financial Preparations

WEBAllogeneic Transplant Financial Counselor: 617-632-5338 or 617-632-5113. Approval may be required at multiple stages during your care. In most cases, the major stages of …

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Living with Your Central Line Catheter

WEBPage 2 Preventing Problems • Do NOT get your catheter or bandage wet. * Coil it and cover it with plastic and tape when you take a shower. You may also use a dressing cover, like …

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PRE-TRANSPLANT DENTAL EVALUATION

WEBRev. 11-2023. Division of Oral Medicine and Dentistry, 75 Francis Street, Boston, MA 02115 Tel: 617-732-6974 . P. RE-TRANSPLANT DENTAL EVALUATION

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Visitor Guidelines your caregiver and any other family …

WEBExcerpt from Stem Cell Transplantation: An Information Guide for Patients and Caregivers, 20.4, During Inpatient Transplant . o Children must be up-to -date with all vaccinations …

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