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ArticleEuropean journal of pediatrics2025

Healing bonds: the complex experiences of pediatric sibling stem cell donors.

Camie Thys, Patricia Devos, Liesbet Goubert, Sophie Van Lancker, Fleur Baert, Chiara Roebben, Catharina Dhooge, Victoria Bordon

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Camie ThysFaculty of Psychology, University of Ghent, Ghent, Belgium.
Patricia DevosPediatric Hematology, Oncology and Stem Cell Transplantation Department, Ghent University Hospital, Ghent, Belgium.
Liesbet GoubertGhent Health Psychology Lab, Department of Experimental-Clinical and Health Psychology, Faculty of Psychology and Educational Sciences, Ghent University, Ghent, Belgium.
Sophie Van LanckerPediatric Hematology, Oncology and Stem Cell Transplantation Department, Ghent University Hospital, Ghent, Belgium.
Fleur BaertGhent Health Psychology Lab, Department of Experimental-Clinical and Health Psychology, Faculty of Psychology and Educational Sciences, Ghent University, Ghent, Belgium.
Chiara RoebbenPediatric Hematology, Oncology and Stem Cell Transplantation Department, Ghent University Hospital, Ghent, Belgium.
Catharina DhoogePediatric Hematology, Oncology and Stem Cell Transplantation Department, Ghent University Hospital, Ghent, Belgium.
Victoria BordonPediatric Hematology, Oncology and Stem Cell Transplantation Department, Ghent University Hospital, Ghent, Belgium. victoria.bordon@uzgent.be.

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Abstract

Previous research has explored the experiences of sibling pediatric stem cell donors; gaps remain, particularly regarding children and adolescents in Belgium who donate to severely ill siblings. This study examines their personal and relational experiences through qualitative analysis. Semi-structured interviews with 13 donors revealed a mix of eagerness and obligation-while they were willing to help, many felt they had no choice and were often overlooked. Findings highlight a lack of post-donation support and the need for greater recognition of donors' experiences. Despite improvements in pre-donation care, enhanced post-donation support remains crucial. A structured, personalized approach is recommended.Conclusion: Enhanced post-donation support is essential to address the emotional and psychological impact on sibling donors. Further research should explore how donor age and recipient outcomes shape the donation experience.

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SiblingsStem Cell TransplantationTissue DonorsAdolescentBelgiumChildChild, PreschoolFemaleHumansInterviews as TopicMaleQualitative ResearchSibling pediatricStem cell donorsStem Cell Transplantation

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