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Cell Therapy and Bone Marrow Transplant Program

Cell Therapy and Bone Marrow Transplant Resources

Conditions We Treat

While not exhaustive, the following list includes conditions for which our program offers expert, specialized care.

Benign Hematology Disorders

  • Acquired thrombocytopenia
  • Aplastic anemia
  • Congenital bone marrow failure
  • Congenital neutropenia
  • Congenital thrombocytopenia
  • Hemoglobinopathies (e.g., Sickle Cell Disease, Thalassemia)
  • Thrombocytopenia

Blood Cancers

Bone Marrow Transplant Complications

Immune Disorders (Visit our Specialized Clinic)

  • Chronic Granulomatous Disease (CGD)
  • Leukocyte Adhesion Defect/Deficiency (LAD)
  • Primary Immune Regulatory Disorders (PIRDs)
  • Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID)
  • T Cell disorders
  • Wiskott Aldrich Syndrome (WAS)

Metabolic Disorders

  • Adrenoleukodystrophy (ALD)
  • Beta-Glucoronidase Deficiency (VII)
  • Gaucher Disease
  • Globoid leukodystrophy (Krabbe Disease)  
  • Glycogen storage diseases
  • Hurler Syndrome (MPS I)
  • Hunter Disease (MPS II)
  • I Cell Disease
  • Leukodystrophies  
  • Metachromatic leukodystrophy (MLD)
  • Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS)
  • Neimann-Pick disease
  • Osteopetrosis (IMD)
  • Sanfilippo (III)

Solid Cancers

 

Approaches

Through cutting-edge treatments—including stem cell transplantation, cord blood innovation, and advanced cell and gene therapies—we deliver comprehensive, life-saving care. 

Bone Marrow and Stem Cell Transplantation 

Our team has deep expertise in performing autologous and allogeneic bone marrow and stem cell transplants. 

Cord Blood Transplantation

As a national leader in cord blood transplantation, we advance innovative treatments for non-malignant disorders.

Cell and Immune Therapies

We offer a broad range of advanced therapies designed to repair or replace dysfunctional immune cells. 

Gene Therapies

Texas Children’s offers most commercially available gene therapies currently approved in the United States.

Whole-Person Care and Recovery 

We employ therapeutic approaches that prioritize the comfort, health, and wellbeing of patients.

Advocacy Organizations

Beyond Diagnosis | A Resource for Families
Texas Children’s Cancer and Hematology Center offers Beyond Diagnosis, a comprehensive handbook with local, national and online resources to support patients and families navigating a cancer or blood disorder diagnosis. Download it at texaschildrens.org/beyonddiagnosis or use the button below.

Below, see a list of organizations selected from Beyond Diagnosis that are relevant to cell therapy and bone marrow transplants.

Blood Cancer United (The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society)

Scope: Patient education and support, research funding

Bone Marrow and Cancer Foundation

Scope: Patient education and support

Bone Marrow Transplant Information Network (BMT InfoNet)

Scope: Patient education and support 

Center for International Blood and Marrow Transplant Research (CIBMTR)

Scope: Patient education, research collaboration 

Dec My Room

Scope: Patient support

DKMS (Delete Blood Cancer)

Scope: National bone marrow donor registry, patient education and support 

Gift of Life

Scope: National bone marrow donor registry, patient education and support  

Help Hope Live

Scope: Patient support through a nonprofit, charity donation website

His Grace Foundation

Scope: Patient education

Icla da Silva Foundation

Scope: Patient support

National Bone Marrow Transplant Link

Scope: Patient education and support

National Marrow Donor Program

Scope: National bone marrow donor registry, patient education and support

Transplants.org

Scope: Patient education support, and advocacy, research funding

Transplant Recipients International Organization (TRIO)

Scope: Patient education, support, and advocacy 

Viacord Sibling Connection

Scope: Free cord blood collection, processing, and storage for families who meet the program’s eligibility   

Patient & Family Support

Explore the comprehensive amenities and resources for families dealing with pediatric cancer or blood disorders

Connect With Our Care Team

If your child may benefit from our care, we’re here to help you take the first step—together with your child’s doctor.