Table 1

Steps of an autologous stem cell transplant

  1. Careful patient selection

  2. Disease control prior to ASCT

  3. Mobilisation, collection, and purification of stem cells

  4. Conditioning

  5. Transplantation

  6. Supportive care (haematological and psychosocial)

  7. Treatment and support after ASCT

  8. Submission of information to international database