Autologous Transplant Patient Education Manual - Moores Cancer ...

PREPARATIVE REGIMEN
The preparative (conditioning) regimen is the high dose chemotherapy and/or radiation
therapy that patients receive prior to their transplant. The primary goal of this treatment is
to destroy any cancerous cells throughout the body more effectively than may be possible
through other types of treatment. The regimen may take place over 2-8 days.
Your doctor and coordinator will discuss which regimen is best for you. You will receive a
copy of the administration schedule along with chemotherapy educational handouts. The
material can be placed in this section to refer to as needed. The inpatient team will also
review the regimen with you after you are admitted to the hospital for your transplant.
Page 20 of 51