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1 Describe the types of transplant and their indications. Type of Transplant Details of Transplant Indications Disadvantages Autologous hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (autoHCT) Use patient’s own hematopoietic cells. Give granulocyte colony-stimulating factor (G-CSF) and/or Plerixafor to mobilize cells to collect.…
1 Describe the three main pathophysiological mechanisms of aplastic anemia. a. Direct damage to bone marrow i. Typically iatrogenic because of cytotoxic drugs/chemotherapy, radiation therapy, and other myelosuppressive medications. Has also been seen with environmental toxins, including benzene (workplace toxin),…