While bone marrow transplantation can be life-saving, it also carries significant risks. Potential complications include:
- Graft-versus-host disease (GVHD): In allogeneic transplants, the donor cells may attack the recipient's tissues. - Infections: The immune system is weakened, making the patient susceptible to infections. - Organ damage: High-dose chemotherapy and radiation can damage organs. - Graft failure: The transplanted marrow may not produce enough blood cells.
