Iraqi health authorities have announced the successful completion of a bone marrow transplant on a 9-year-old girl diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia at a specialist medical centre in Baghdad.
According to the Ministry of Health, the procedure was carried out at the National Center for Teaching Blood Diseases and Bone Marrow Transplantation, using stem cells donated by the patient’s 18-month-old sister.
Officials said the siblings achieved a full compatibility match, allowing doctors to proceed with the transplant after completing all required medical and laboratory assessments.
The Ministry described the outcome as a significant medical achievement, noting that both the patient and her donor sister are now in good health following the procedure.
Medical teams involved in the operation included specialists in hematology, nursing, anaesthesia, and supporting services, all of whom contributed to the success of the transplant.
The centre in Baghdad, which specialises in treating blood disorders and cancers such as leukemia and lymphoma, has been a key institution in Iraq’s efforts to expand advanced medical treatment within the public healthcare system.
Authorities say the achievement reflects ongoing developments in specialised medical care in the country, despite increasing demand for cancer treatment services.
