Panminerva medica
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Hematopoietic stem cell transplantation has become increasingly important in the treatment of hematologic malignancies over the past 20 years. While it is associated with significant morbidity, it offers the only chance of cure in many circumstances. ⋯ Timing of transplantation and selection of patients are also discussed. New innovations in stem cell transplantation including umbilical cord blood and non-myeloablative transplantation are reviewed.