The GVHD Alliance is dedicated to improving the lives of those affected by Graft-versus-host disease (GVHD), a condition that can happen after a bone marrow/stem cell transplant. GVHD occurs when donor cells attack a person’s organs and/or tissues. Learn more here.

Graft-versus-host disease (GvHD) is a syndrome, characterized by inflammation in different organs. GvHD is commonly associated with bone marrow transplants and stem cell transplants. White blood cells of the donor's immune system which remain within the donated tissue (the graft) recognize the recipient (the host) as foreign (non-self). The ...

Graft-versus-host disease is a complication that can occur following an allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell transplantation. There are two distinct forms of graft-versus-host disease (GvHD), acute and chronic GvHD.

The GVHD Alliance is empowering voices in the Graft-versus-host disease (GVHD) community to increase awareness and help improve the lives of people living with GVHD. Diagnosed with GVHD? If you need to find a doctor who treats GVHD, we can help you get started .

Feb 11, 2025 · GVHD happens when new, transplanted stem and immune cells attack healthy cells in the recipient’s body. Chronic GVHD is a condition that some patients develop after allogeneic stem cell transplantation.

GVHD Day was established to symbolize an enduring solidarity with the GVHD community. It’s also a chance for you to get involved and help us raise awareness of GVHD. The GVHD Alliance is made up of 9 organizations that share a commitment to helping people navigate GVHD, a disease that few have heard of, but that touches lives and families in ...

Apr 18, 2023 · Pulmonary graft versus host disease (GvHD) is one of the thoracic manifestations that can complicate hematopoietic stem cell transplantation. Pulmonary GvHD can be broadly divided into acute and chronic disease 1-4: 1. Wah TM, Moss HA, Robertson RJ et-al. Pulmonary complications following bone marrow transplantation.

Graft versus host disease (GVHD) is a serious, sometimes life-threatening complication of a hematopoietic cell transplant (commonly known as bone marrow transplant or stem cell transplant). GVHD can happen after an allogeneic transplant.

GVHD is a common complication and cause of mortality after allogeneic blood and marrow transplant (AlloBMT). T cells present in the donor stem cell graft can target antigens present on the leukemia, termed the graft-versus-leukemia (GVL) …

Jan 2, 2023 · Graft Versus Host Disease (GVDH) is a serious condition that may arise in a patient following an allogeneic transplant. Between 20% to 80% of people who have a transplant can be at risk of...