INTRODUCTION
Since 1968, when the first hematopoietic cell transplantation (HCT) was
successfully performed in a child with severe combined
immunodeficiency1, new sources have been used to
harvest stem cells2, 3, 4. While this revolution in
the field has improved the overall success rate, some patients
undergoing this treatment present various secondary
complications5, 6, 7. All of these complications
significantly increase the number of visits to pediatric emergency
departments (PEDs).
The objective of this study was to analyze the chief complaints, medical
care required, and other factors associated with admission among HCT
patients. We further aimed to determine the degree with which care
delivery adhered to the quality criteria established for the
PED8, comparing these results against the general
population.