What does PSCT mean in ONCOLOGY

PSCT has been used to treat a variety of illnesses such as leukemia, lymphoma, multiple myeloma, sickle cell anemia, amyloidosis, mastocytosis and other blood disorders. It can also be used in some cases to treat solid tumors like melanoma and solid organ transplants.

The collection process is known as apheresis. During this procedure, the donor's peripheral blood is drawn from a vein in one arm and passed through a machine that collects the stem cells before being returned to the donor's body through a vein in his or her other arm.

There are some risks associated with PSCT, including infection and graft-versus-host disease (GVHD). GVHD occurs when donor cells attack recipient tissues which can cause serious complications or even death if not treated properly. Additionally, since stem cells must come from a compatible donor it might not always be possible to find one who matches closely enough for successful transplantation.

The length of time it takes for a PSCT will depend on various factors such as individual patient needs, type of disease being treated, etc., but generally speaking it can take anywhere from four to eight hours for completion once all preparations have been made.

Yes, children may receive PSCT if they meet certain criteria set by their doctor. However, many pediatric patients require additional safety measures during their procedure due to their smaller size and more vulnerable immune systems.