Persistent Symptom Burden and Unmet Needs in Long-Term Survivors of Allogeneic Hematopoietic Cell Transplantation: An Analysis Using the MD Anderson Symptom Inventory (MDASI-BMT)

Key Points

• Symptom burden remains high among long-term survivors of hematopoietic cell transplantation, affecting quality of life.
• Key evidence shows that patients report significant levels of distress and unmet needs years after transplantation.
• Observational analysis using the MD Anderson Symptom Inventory identifies specific symptoms that persist over time.
• Findings highlight the need for better palliative care approaches for this patient population to improve their care.