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  • Peripheral blood progenitor cells (PBPCs) are increasingly utilized for allogeneic transplantation, with granulocyte colony-stimulating factor (G-CSF) being the main agent for mobilization.
  • Despite the mobilization process being generally safe, there have been reports of adverse effects, including rare severe incidents.
  • The authors discuss a specific case of spontaneous splenic rupture in a donor who underwent PBPC mobilization, analyze the relevant literature on this event, and address concerns about donor safety.

Article Abstract

Peripheral blood progenitor cells (PBPCs) are now widely used as a source of progenitor cells for allogeneic transplantation. Recombinant human granulocyte colony-stimulating factor is used to mobilize PBPCs for collection by leukapheresis. Although side effects of mobilization are generally benign, adverse effects have been reported. The authors present a case of spontaneous splenic rupture, without splenomegaly, in a parental donor undergoing PBPC mobilization, review the literature regarding this adverse event, and explore issues regarding donor safety.

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