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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