Pediatric clinics of North America
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Pediatr. Clin. North Am. · Jun 2013
Advances in critical care of the pediatric hematopoietic stem cell transplant patient.
Hematopoietic stem cell transplant (SCT) remains a curative option for a variety of malignant and non-malignant disorders in children. Following transplant a proportion of SCT recipients become critically ill and need intensive care. ⋯ Hence, familiarity with recent advances in the transplant process and complications is crucial for the intensivist. This article will highlight common complications encountered in the critically ill SCT recipient.