History of hematopoietic stem cell transplantation.
OBJECTIVE
To provide an overview of the history of hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (HSCT).


METHODS
Research studies, book chapters, websites, and articles.


CONCLUSIONS
The history of HSCT begins in the late 1950s. Although many treatment strategies have evolved, the basic concepts of transplantation remain the same.


CONCLUSIONS
An understanding of the history of HSCT and transplant nursing practice are important to broaden the knowledge of nurses caring for transplant patients.
Blood and Marrow Stem Cell Transplantation Program, Ohio State University Medical Center, Arthur G. James Cancer Hospital & Solove Research Institute, Columbus, OH 43210, USA. susan.ezzone@osumc.edu
Susan A
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D018380:Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation / Q000266:history*; D049673:History, 20th Century; D049674:History, 21st Century; D006801:Humans; D009859:Oncology Nursing / Q000266:history; D017410:Practice Guidelines as Topic; D012042:Registries