First case of BMT for Lymphoma in Chattogram

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Evercare Hospital Chattogram performedsuccessful autologous Bone Marrow Transplant (BMT) to a Lymphoma patient forthe first time in the port city of Chattogram on 26 July 2023. The procedurewas done on a 49-year-old male patient with T-cell lymphoma (PTCL) by Dr. AbuJafar Mohammed Saleh and his team, marked a significant milestone in themedical sector of Chattogram. After 12-days of hospital stay, patient wasdischarged in a stable condition and patient along with his family, conveyedtheir heartfelt gratitude to all involved.

Expressing his elation, Samir Singh,Chief Operating Officer of Evercare Hospital Chattogram, stated, "BoneMarrow Transplant (BMT) has achieved a remarkable feat in the medical landscapeof Chattogram. Witnessing such a positive transformation in the patient'sphysical health post-treatment has truly overwhelmed us. I firmly believe thatthe dedication and expertise of Dr. Abu Jafar Mohammed Saleh and his teamplayed a pivotal role in achieving this success."

Dr. Abu Jafar Mohammed Saleh, Senior Consultant and Coordinator ofHematology and BMT Center at Evercare Hospital, said, "Lymphoma, a commonblood cancer, necessitates bone marrow transplant in approximately 40 percentof patients. Evercare Hospital Chattogram initiated Bone Marrow Transplants inJanuary, and since then, it has proved to be a revolutionary process in cancertreatment. The procedure involves harvesting stem cells from the patient'sbody, administering high-dose chemotherapy, and subsequently transplanting theharvested stem cells. Moreover, we are excited to announce that Allogeneic BMTwill commence in Chattogram very soon."

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