Types of Donors
A bone marrow transplant procedure requires a donor. The donor can be the patient themselves or any relative who is a genetic match to them.
Autologous transplant - When the patient has some bone marrow stem cells that are not damaged or diseased then these stem cells will be collected and then transplanted in place of the damaged stem cells. This is an autologous transplant of bone marrow. This surgery can cost around $50,000 to $100,000.
Allogeneic transplant - When the donor is a family member, like a sibling or a parent, then the transplant is an allogeneic bone marrow transplant. The donor also needs to be a genetic match of the patient to be able to donate stem cells. This surgery is more expensive and costs around $100,000 to $150,000.
Bone Marrow Transplant Cost in Australia and Other Countries
Australia offers highly cost-effective Bone Marrow Transplant procedures compared to many other countries. Here is a comparison of Bone Marrow Transplant costs in Australia with some popular medical tourism destinations:
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Country
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Cost of Bone Marrow Transplant (Approx.)
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Australia
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$ 50,000 to $ 150,000
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United Kingdom
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$ 50,000 to $ 130,000
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India
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$ 10,000 to $ 45,000
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Thailand
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$ 33,000 to $ 100,000
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United States
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$ 80,000 to $ 150,000
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These figures indicate the significant cost advantage offered by Australia for Bone Marrow Transplants, making it an attractive destination for medical tourists seeking quality treatment at an affordable price.
