QEII Halifax Infirmary Emergency Department is working with reduced space, which may lead to delays for those with less urgent concerns. Learn more here.

Starting Saturday, December 14, the entrance to the QEII Halifax Infirmary Emergency Department will change to 1840 Bell Road. Learn more.

Information for Patients Receiving Radiation Therapy: Total Marrow Irradiation (TMI)

Categories

Cancer

Radiation Therapy

Blood Cancer

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Last Update

January 1, 2018

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.pdf

Print Code

NSCCP-1670

Creator

NSHCCP

Certain blood cancers and blood disorders are treated with a stem cell transplant. Total Marrow Irradiation (TMI), like chemotherapy, is given to get your body ready for the stem cells. This pamphlet describes why TMI has been recommended, what will happen during treatment, possible side effects, and available supports.

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