Implementation of a novel hybrid cord blood banking model within a private-public-partnership.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Umbilical cord blood (UCB) stem cells can be collected at birth, cryopreserved, and used for transplantation in hematopoietic diseases. Typically, these stem cells are stored in public banks for allogeneic use or in private depositories for potential future utilization by the family. A proposed third option, hybrid cord blood banking, combines elements of both public and private storage. This method allows family-directed UCB to be HLA typed and included in the international registry, making it accessible to compatible patients globally.

Study design and methods

We describe the implementation of a novel hybrid cord blood banking model within a private-public partnership involving a university obstetric department, a national stem cell registry, and a private cord

SUBMITTER: Laue J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12005581 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature