There are two types of stem cell transplantation: allogenic stem cell transplantation and autologous stem cell transplantation. In the latter, the stem cell donor and recipient are different individuals. In the majority of allogeneic transplants, stem cells are obtained from a donor whose cell type closely resembles that of the patient. In allogenic stem cell transplantation, a close relative, typically a brother or sister, is the best donor. Autologous Stem Cell and Non-Stem Cell Based Therapies If the patient's family does not contain a match, a public donor may be located. MUD, or matched unrelated donor transplant, is another name for this procedure. MUD transplants are typically more dangerous.
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