A simple message helps keep stem cell donors on track
A study from Osaka University found that adding a 'matching-difficulty' message to stem cell donor letters increased the rate of donors completing confirmatory typing. This simple behavioral intervention helps address the global challenge of donor dropout in leukemia treatment.
Why it matters
Improving donor retention rates is vital for the success of life-saving stem cell transplants for patients with blood cancers.
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