NK - Sad Tidings

Tony And Catherine Lackey catan at webzone.net
Thu Mar 2 18:01:59 PST 2000


Vanessa Goins wrote:
> 
> I would be too.  I'm not working. I have a telecourse right now.  I've always heard this was
> difficult.  Does anyone know anything about this procedure?
> 
	My understanding, which is limited, is that the donor, under anesthesia
(maybe spinal block, maybe full knockout) has several cc's of marrow
taken by a large needle from the pelvic region, which has the largest
concentrations of blood marrow for harvesting.  I have read that the
risks and discomfort factor for the donor is very little, not like
donating a kidney or anything.  There is supposed to be some bruising
and soreness which should disappear within a week.
	If any know more, please tell.

				Catrin



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