How long can a person live after a bone marrow transplant for chronic myeloid leukemia?

Patient's question:

I have been experiencing dizziness recently, and I can't eat properly either. My mental state isn't great either. The hospital examination said it's a blood-related issue. Could you please tell me how long someone can live after a bone marrow transplant for chronic myeloid leukemia?

Doctor's answer:

Currently, the incidence of leukemia is very high, but with the advancement of medical technology and the development of numerous treatment methods for leukemia patients, bone marrow transplantation can lead to a very high five-year survival rate if there are no subsequent adverse reactions. However, it is still necessary to pay attention to regular follow-up examinations. For many patients, their lifespan can be shortened by 20 years, or even 20 years. But for some patients, if the disease recurs after five years, it becomes very difficult to perform another transplant.

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