Självöverföring

Självöverföring is a Swedish term that translates to "self-transfer" or "self-donation." It refers to the act of a person donating their own bodily material, such as blood, stem cells, or organs, for their own future use. This practice is distinct from donating to another individual.

The most common form of självöverföring is autologous blood donation, where a patient donates their own blood prior to surgery or a medical procedure. This blood can then be transfused back to the patient during or after the procedure, reducing the need for allogeneic (donor) blood and minimizing the risk of transfusion reactions.

Another significant application is autologous stem cell transplantation. In this procedure, a patient's own stem cells are collected, often during remission from certain cancers like leukemia or lymphoma. These stem cells are then treated and reinfused after high-dose chemotherapy or radiation therapy, helping to restore the patient's blood-forming capabilities.

Självöverföring is generally considered safe as it eliminates the risk of immune rejection or transmission of infectious diseases from an external donor. However, it requires careful planning and is not suitable for all medical situations. The decision to proceed with självöverföring is made on a case-by-case basis by medical professionals, considering the patient's overall health and the specific medical intervention planned.