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Bone marrow transplantation in Thailand: Our Best Clinics and Costs 2025

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How Much Does Bone marrow transplantation Cost in Thailand?

The average price of Bone marrow transplantation in Thailand is $153,500, the minimum price is $137,000, and the maximum price is $170,000.
The price research is based on updated and verified costs from the Bookimed partner clinics.

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Surgery Time - 4 hours
Stay in the country - 90 days
Rehabilitation - 180 days
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Our Bone marrow transplantation Techniques: What Suits You Best?

When considering Bone marrow transplantation, it’s important to understand the different techniques and which is best suited for you. Here’s a concise comparison of popular options:

Autologous Bone Marrow Transplantation

This procedure involves collecting stem cells from a patient's own bone marrow, processing them, and reinfusing to aid in recovery, especially for cancer treatment, with minimal rejection risk.

Pros: Minimal risk of graft-versus-host disease (GVHD) as it uses the patient's cells. No need for donor matching, making it suitable for certain blood disorders and cancers.
Cons: Requires general anesthesia for cell collection, potentially causing pain and fatigue. Higher relapse rates in some cancers compared to donor transplants.
Effectiveness: Increases survival rates and quality of life in blood-related cancers and disorders.
Duration: 3-5 hours.
Recovery: 1-3 months for initial recovery, full immune recovery up to 12 months.
Best for: Blood cancers like leukemia and lymphoma; beneficial when chemotherapy is insufficient.

Allogenic Bone Marrow Transplantation from a Related Donor

This procedure involves transferring healthy stem cells from a closely matched family member to replace damaged bone marrow in patients with certain diseases.

Pros: Higher success rates due to better donor matching with a related donor, reducing graft-versus-host disease (GVHD) risks. Engraftment is typically faster with 70-90% success.
Cons: Requires a compatible family donor; there is a risk of GVHD despite close matching. Availability of a suitable donor can be limited.
Effectiveness: Success rate is 70-90% with related donors.
Duration: 1-2 hours for the procedure, with additional days for preparation and recovery.
Recovery: Initial recovery takes 3-6 weeks; complete recovery can take several months.
Best for: Blood cancers like leukemia and lymphoma, and certain genetic disorders. Ideal for patients with a suitable family donor.

Allogenic Bone Marrow Transplantation from an Unrelated Donor

This procedure involves transplanting stem cells from a donor who is not genetically related to the recipient, used primarily for treating blood-related diseases.

Pros: Offers a wider donor pool, increasing chances of finding a match. Provides a potential cure for conditions where related donors are unavailable.
Cons: Higher risk of graft-versus-host disease (GVHD) compared to related donor transplants. Requires stringent donor matching, potentially delaying treatment.
Effectiveness: Success rates vary but can be as high as 60-70% in certain conditions.
Duration: The procedure typically takes 1 day for infusion, with 2-4 weeks for engraftment.
Recovery: Recovery period can last 3-6 months, with full immune system recovery taking up to a year.
Best for: Suitable for leukemia, lymphoma, and other serious blood disorders where a related donor is not available.

Haploidentical Stem Cell Transplantation

Involves using stem cells from a half-matched donor, typically a family member, to treat various blood disorders and cancers.

Pros: Availability of donor is higher due to partial match requirement, covering 50% of potential related donors. Reduced waiting time for suitable donor compared to unrelated allogenic transplants.
Cons: Higher risk of graft-versus-host disease (GVHD) compared to fully matched donors, with around 30% incidence rate. Requires more intense conditioning regimens.
Effectiveness: 60-80% success rate in achieving engraftment and remission in certain blood cancers.
Duration: 4-6 hours for the procedure itself.
Recovery: 3-6 months for full recovery and immune reconstitution.
Best for: Patients with leukemia and other hematological malignancies lacking a fully matched donor. Suitable for urgent transplant needs.

FAQ about Bone marrow transplantation in Thailand

These FAQs come from real patients seeking medical assistance through Bookimed. Answers are given by experienced medical coordinators and trusted clinic representatives.

What should you know about Thailand before the trip?

Official name

The Kingdom of Thailand

Currency

Thai Baht (you also can pay for services in dollars)

Best period for the trip

November-early April

Language

Thai (most of medical staff speaks English fluently)

Visa

is required for a trip of 3-6 months

Time difference with Europe

7 hours

Time difference with the USA

12 hours

Capital

Bangkok

Medical tourism center

Bangkok

Popular resorts

Koh Samui, Phuket, Chiang Mai, Koh Chang, Hua Hin

What is the level of medicine in Thailand?

Healthcare is the key development sector of the Thai government. The Thai authorities are convinced that care for the citizens' health should be an absolute priority of state policy and spend about 25 billion baht for healthcare annually.

As a result, 36,673 medical facilities provide excellent medical care in the country. 64 centers in the Kingdom have certificate of JCI (Joint Commission International), the international improver of healthcare quality and safety across the globe. The index of certificates obtained is the largest. To compare, Israel has 20 JCI-accredited facilities, and Germany — only 10 clinics of this type.

What hotel service is provided here?

In the Kingdom of Thailand, hotels of different price ranges and service levels are presented. The level of Thai hotels is comparable to hotels in Tunisia, Morocco or Egypt. Most tourists choose 4 and 5 star hotels with all-inclusive meals. Such hotels have everything for a comfortable stay: varied food, a large well-groomed territory, animation for children and adults. Some hotels have their own water park, which guests can use for free. Budget travelers can afford to book an economical 3-star hotel with half board or no meals at all.

When is the best time to travel to Thailand?

The main advantage of Thai resorts is the long beach season. On the east coast and west coast the climate features are different, so take it into account when planning the trip. The best time to travel is during the cool and dry season between November and early April. A large influx of tourists is in March-May, when the air temperature is +30°C.

Do I need a visa?

For now, the Kingdom of Thailand requires different visa regimens for diverse states. Some foreigners can stay in the country 60 days without visa control, some of them — only 14 days.

How long you can stay in Thailand and what countries can cross the border easy read here.

What documents are required to apply for a visa to Thailand for treatment?

Visas for travel to Thailand require a number of documents. The necessary papers can be submitted 90 days before the planned departure. The list of documents includes:

  • ID card
  • confirmation of online registration and filling out the questionnaire
  • certificate of income and availability of funds (20,000 baht per person/40,000 baht per family)
  • insurance policy for a stay in Thailand (original and copy)
  • 2 photos (4x6)
  • visa receipt
  • booking of round-trip air ticket (paid in full) and hotel
  • medical opinion about the need for treatment.