TourWellSoon offers a specialized Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation (HSCT) program for patients with Multiple Sclerosis (MS). This procedure, often described as “rebooting” the immune system, is a potent treatment aimed at stopping the inflammatory damage caused by MS and providing a path toward long-term remission.
Our advanced HSCT treatment program for Multiple Sclerosis (MS) includes:
Comprehensive diagnosis and evaluation:
The journey begins with a meticulous assessment to ensure HSCT is both safe and effective for the patient. Tourwellsoon, with our partnered hospital, coordinates a thorough diagnostic protocol:
- Neurological assessment: Evaluation of the patient’s Expanded Disability Status Scale (EDSS) score to determine current mobility and neurological function.
- High-resolution MRI: Detailed imaging of the brain and spinal cord (often with gadolinium contrast) to identify active inflammatory lesions and the volume of previous damage.
- Hematological screening: Extensive blood work to evaluate bone marrow function and ensure there are no underlying infections (such as HIV, Hepatitis, or latent TB).
- Organ function testing: Including Pulmonary Function Tests (PFT), Echocardiograms (ECG), and renal function tests to ensure the body can safely handle the conditioning phase.
Treatment provided by us:
The HSCT Treatment Process:
The entire medical procedure, which typically follows a specific clinical timeline of roughly 30 to 45 days, includes:
- Mobilization: Patients receive medications (growth factors) to stimulate the production of stem cells and move them from the bone marrow into the bloodstream.
- Harvesting (Apheresis): The stem cells are collected from the blood using a specialized machine. These cells are then processed and cryopreserved (frozen) for later use.
- Conditioning (Chemotherapy): The patient undergoes a course of high-dose chemotherapy. The goal is to eliminate the dysfunctional immune system that is mistakenly attacking the central nervous system.
- Stem cell reinfusion: The harvested healthy stem cells are thawed and infused back into the patient’s bloodstream, similar to a blood transfusion. These cells migrate to the bone marrow to begin building a brand-new, healthy immune system.
- Recovery & engraftment: The patient stays in a sterile, HEPA-filtered isolation room for 10–14 days while the new immune system “takes root” (engraftment). During this time, the medical team provides intensive supportive care to prevent infection.
MS Conditions we treat:
HSCT is most effective for patients who are still in the inflammatory stage of the disease. Our program focuses on:
- Relapsing-remitting MS (RRMS): Especially for patients who continue to have relapses or new lesions despite being on high-efficacy disease-modifying therapies (DMTs).
- Aggressive/rapidly evolving MS: Patients who have experienced a significant decline in disability or frequent relapses within a short period.
- Active secondary progressive MS (SPMS): For patients in the progressive phase who still show signs of active inflammation on MRI scans.
Why choose TourWellSoon for your HSCT treatment for Multiple Sclerosis (MS)?
- Access to World-Class Facilities: We partner with JCI-accredited hospitals in India that have specialized, high-volume Bone Marrow Transplant units with state-of-the-art isolation suites.
- Expert Hematology Teams: Our partner surgeons and hematologists are among the most experienced in the world, having performed thousands of transplants with high success and safety records.
- Exceptional Cost-Efficiency: Accessing HSCT through Tourwellsoon typically costs $30,000 to $40,000, which is a fraction of the cost in the US or UK, covering the entire hospital stay and medical fees.
- End-to-End Logistics: We manage the “non-medical” stress, including medical visa invitation letters, airport transfers, local SIM cards, and language translation services.
- Post-Transplant Support: We arrange sanitized, BMT-friendly accommodations for the 100-day post-transplant period, ensuring you have a safe environment to recover before flying home.
Next Steps:
If you are experiencing a progression of MS symptoms or active relapses, please contact TourWellSoon to schedule a consultation with one of our specialized hematologists. We will work with you to identify the stage of your condition, develop a personalized HSCT treatment plan, and help you achieve long-term remission and neurological stability.
For enquiries, kindly fill out the medical query form, or you can share your medical reports on our email help@tourwellsoon.com or our WhatsApp number +91-88105 22512.
