Prevention of complications in allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell transplantation

Article written by Doctor Bui Thi Hang - Pediatrician, High-Tech Unit for Treatment of Cerebral Palsy and Autism - Vinmec Times City International Hospital.

To prevent infection complications, it is very important that you perform daily hygiene activities thoroughly, including daily oral hygiene activities.

Damaged mucous membranes in the mouth and throat due to chemotherapy or radiation treatment is a risk of bacteria entering, leading to dangerous infections.
Oral hygiene: spread your teeth with a new and soft toothbrush, change your toothbrush every 2 weeks, rinse your mouth with solutions prescribed by your doctor. To prevent fungal infections: the patient must lie in clean rooms (the air will be filtered and the room windows are always closed and cannot be opened). You are not allowed to bring flowers into the hospital room because it can be a source of fungal infection. Daily hygiene: wash your face and shower daily with soap and use skin care products recommended and prescribed by your doctor. Do not put the wipes back in the water after use as bacteria can spread. Change clothes and bed linen daily. Take your medications on schedule. Any items on the floor should not be used or handled before disinfecting. The food will be provided to you by the hospital to ensure hygiene and safety and will be disinfected before being brought into the ward. Help your doctor detect treatment complications such as drug intolerance, allergies or skin changes after treatment by checking your body thoroughly every day, reporting it to your doctor. Immediately consult your doctor if there is any abnormality. Warning signs of transplant rejection such as: erythema of the palms or soles, chest or back. In addition to physical therapy, take advantage of every opportunity to increase movement to prevent muscle tension, stimulate the circulatory system, prevent lung congestion, increase muscle strength, improve circulation. good. To prevent pneumonia, you can practice breathing with breathing aids. Ask the medical staff if you have any questions or you want more information. The nurses will monitor your vital signs: pulse, temperature, blood pressure, blood oxygen saturation, fluid balance, abnormal signs that are side effects or complications of treatment and implementation. medicine orders. Doctors will visit you regularly every day or when there are unusual developments in you.

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