[From haematopoietic stem cell harvest to post-transplant]. / Du prélèvement au suivi postgreffe de cellules souches hématopoïétiques.

Allogeneic stem cell transplant, used for the first time in 1950s, is the older immunotherapy which can be able to cure malignant hematologic diseases. Indications are becoming larger thanks to supportive care progress and larger donor availability, in particular with haplo-identical donors. Graft versus host disease and infections remain the main complications at the origin of high morbi-mortality (treatment-related mortality of 15 to 25%). Current major issue is to limit post-allogeneic relapse, especially thanks to targeted therapies and immunotherapy.

[Nursing care and allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell transplantation.] / Soins infirmiers et allogreffe de cellules souches hématopoïétiques.

The management of an allogenic HCS raises a number of issues and challenges. The complexity of the field, the vital prognosis, exercise in a closed and protected environment, but also access to a field of knowledge whose scope and richness are constantly evolving require nurses to constantly update their knowledge and adaptation to the patient's needs and experiences.

[Nursing coordination for a haematopoietic stem cell transplant]. / Coordination infirmière pour une greffe de cellules souches hématopoïétiques.

The nurse coordinator of transplants is an essential function to organize and harmonize the care process for donors and recipients of haematopoietic stem cells. The missions assigned to this professional range from donor research to post-transplant follow-up of recipients.