Patients receiving a transplant can usually expect to be in hospital for at least three weeks. The health care team ensures that you are stable enough to permit monitoring as an outpatient before discharging you. A few criteria that need to be met prior to discharge are:
Blood cell counts (white cells, red cells and platelets) have reached a satisfactory level. You may still need blood product transfusions as an outpatient.
There are no complications present that would stop you from being monitored as an outpatient.
Your status is stable enough to permit monitoring on an outpatient basis.
You are able to maintain adequate fluid intake and eat a satisfactory diet with sufficient calories to maintain weight.
You have sufficient strength and mobility to attend regular clinic visits.
You or your caregiver is able to care for your Hickman® line.
You are able to take the required medications.
You have a suitable place to live, preferably within 45 minutes of the hospital, while attending the Outpatient Daycare Unit.
