Impact of COVID-19 Pandemic on Cord Blood Banking and Transplantation

Overview

Journal Cell Tissue Bank

Specialties Anatomy & Histology
Cell Biology
General Surgery

Date 2024 Jan 3

PMID 38168846

Authors

Liane Marise Rohsig

Nance Beyer Nardi

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Abstract

Umbilical cord blood is a rich source of hematopoietic stem cells that has been used for transplantation for over 30 years, especially when there is no compatible hematopoietic stem cell donor available. Its use has decreased more recently, since the development of methods to improve haploidentical transplants has allowed the use of mobilized peripheral blood as a source of hematopoietic stem cells. Public cord blood banks collect, process and store cord blood samples from voluntary donations. In addition, many public banks are involved in research to enhance hematopoietic stem cell therapies and develop new treatments for haematological and genetic diseases. The COVID-19 pandemic, which emerged in 2019, has had a profound and wide-ranging impact on human health and treatment. The area of hematopoietic stem cell transplantation was deeply affected by reductions in bone marrow, peripheral blood and cord blood donations; logistical challenges; exposure of healthcare workers and other challenges. The present study reviews the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on cord blood banking and transportation around the world with a special focus on Brazil.

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