Bone Marrow Transplant (BMT)
Replaces damaged or diseased bone marrow with healthy stem cells to treat blood cancers such as leukaemia, lymphoma and myeloma, and thalassaemia.
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About this Procedure
A bone marrow transplant (BMT), also called a stem cell transplant, replaces unhealthy blood-forming cells with healthy stem cells so the body can start making new, healthy blood cells. It is used to treat some cancers, blood conditions and immune disorders, including acute lymphoblastic leukaemia, acute myeloid leukaemia, Hodgkin and non-Hodgkin lymphoma, multiple myeloma, sickle cell disease and thalassaemia.
There are two main types. An autologous transplant uses your own stem cells, collected from your blood or bone marrow before treatment. An allogeneic transplant uses stem cells from a donor, often a matched brother or sister, another family member or an unrelated donor. Your haematologist recommends the type based on your condition and donor availability.
First, your stem cells or your donor's are collected. You then receive conditioning treatment, usually high-dose chemotherapy and sometimes radiotherapy, to destroy the unhealthy cells. The healthy stem cells are given through a drip, much like a blood transfusion. You usually spend several weeks in hospital, often in a protective room, while the new cells begin to grow and your blood counts recover. After discharge, check-ups are frequent at first, and it can take up to a year to recover fully.
Bone marrow transplant is offered at Medwell's partner hospitals in Delhi NCR, including BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital, New Delhi, Paras Health, Gurugram, Artemis Hospital, Gurugram and Fortis Memorial Research Institute, Gurugram. The treating haematologist confirms suitability and the transplant type after reviewing your reports and any donor tests.
Why travel for this procedure?
- Dedicated transplant units
Bone marrow transplant is offered at several accredited partner hospitals in Delhi NCR, so you can compare options. - Accredited partner hospitals
Treatment at established Delhi NCR hospitals such as BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital, New Delhi, Paras Health, Gurugram and Artemis Hospital, Gurugram. - Experienced specialists
Haematologists and transplant physicians plan conditioning, donor matching and follow-up care. - Shorter waiting times
Once reports and any donor tests are reviewed, the transplant can be planned without long queues. - English-speaking teams and Medwell coordination
English-speaking teams, a package estimate of USD 13,500 – 45,500, and Medwell help planning a longer stay.
Share reports and donor details for a free quote
Send your diagnosis, bone marrow and blood reports, and details of any potential family donors. A transplant haematologist reviews them and Medwell sends a personalised quote, usually within 24 hours.
Travel, donor matching and conditioning
Medwell arranges visa letters for you and any donor, flights and accommodation. The team completes matching tests, collects stem cells and starts conditioning treatment.
Transplant, recovery and long-term follow-up
You stay in hospital for several weeks while your new cells grow, then attend frequent check-ups nearby. Medwell helps coordinate ongoing follow-up after you return home.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a bone marrow transplant?
A bone marrow transplant (stem cell transplant) replaces unhealthy blood-forming cells with healthy stem cells so the body can make new, healthy blood cells. The stem cells can be your own (autologous) or from a donor (allogeneic). It is offered at Medwell's partner hospitals in Delhi NCR.
Who needs a bone marrow transplant?
A bone marrow transplant is used for some cancers, blood conditions and immune disorders, including acute leukaemias, Hodgkin and non-Hodgkin lymphoma, multiple myeloma, sickle cell disease and thalassaemia. The treating haematologist in India confirms whether a transplant suits you and which type after reviewing your reports.
Can a family member be my bone marrow donor?
Yes, a family member can often be a donor for an allogeneic bone marrow transplant if their tissue type matches, and brothers or sisters are frequently checked first. Matching tests confirm suitability. Medwell can help with visa invitation letters and travel for a donor who comes to India with you.
How much does a bone marrow transplant cost in India?
A bone marrow transplant in India is estimated at USD 13,500 – 45,500 as a package at Medwell's partner hospitals in Delhi NCR. The final amount depends on the hospital chosen, whether it is autologous or allogeneic, the donor type and the length of your stay. Medwell sends a free, no-obligation personalised quote, usually within 24 hours of receiving your reports, so you know what to expect before you travel.
How long do I need to stay in India for a bone marrow transplant?
You usually spend several weeks in hospital after a bone marrow transplant, according to the NHS, followed by frequent check-ups, often weekly at first. It can take up to a year to recover fully. International patients should plan an extended stay in Delhi NCR, and Medwell helps arrange accommodation near the hospital.
Which hospitals in Delhi NCR offer bone marrow transplant?
bone marrow transplant is offered at 5 of Medwell's accredited partner hospitals in Delhi NCR: BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital, New Delhi, Paras Health, Gurugram, Artemis Hospital, Gurugram, Fortis Memorial Research Institute, Gurugram and Fortis Flt. Lt. Rajan Dhall Hospital, Vasant Kunj. Medwell helps you choose a transplant centre and haematologist for your condition.
How do I plan a bone marrow transplant in India with Medwell?
To plan a bone marrow transplant in India with Medwell, share your medical reports and scans for a free, no-obligation personalised quote, usually within 24 hours. Medwell helps you choose the partner hospital and specialist, books your consultation, provides a visa invitation letter and helps arrange flights, a hotel near the hospital and airport pickup. Medwell also helps with travel for a donor and stays in touch through your recovery.