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Know GvHD is a global education and awareness initiative that provides patients and caregivers with the information, resources, and support they need to deal with graft-versus-host disease

Understanding GvHD

Find out more about graft-versus-host disease below.

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What is graft-versus-host disease?

Graft-versus-host disease (GvHD) is a complication that can occur following an allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell transplantation.

Caregivers

Being a caregiver for someone with graft-versus-host disease involves supporting them with everyday activities, and it can be both physically and mentally challenging.

$Steroid-refractory GvHD$

Steroid-refractory GvHD

Corticosteroids are often the first treatment used for acute or chronic graft-versus-host disease. Healthcare professionals may further describe graft-versus-host disease based on how well the condition responds to corticosteroid therapy.

Latest insights & stories

Hear from others about their experience of living with graft-versus-host disease, and the latest insights from experts in the field, from diagnosis to treatment and beyond.

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How do physicians decide which treatment to use in patients with GvHD?

Know GvHD was pleased to speak to Hildegard Greinix, Medical University of Vienna, Austria. We asked, How do physicians decide which treatment to use in patients with graft-versus-host disease (GvHD)?

$What is steroid-refractory GvHD, and how is it treated?$

What is steroid-refractory GvHD, and how is it treated?

Know GvHD was pleased to speak to Hildegard Greinix, Medical University of Vienna, Austria. We asked, What is steroid-refractory graft-versus-host disease (GvHD), and how is it treated?

What can patients expect after a GvHD diagnosis, and how can they manage the impact?

Know GvHD was pleased to speak to Mohamad Mohty, Hôpital Saint-Antoine and Sorbonne University, Paris, FR. We asked, What can patients expect after a GvHD diagnosis, and how can they manage the impact?

Educational resources

We aim to share resources in a variety of formats to help support someone diagnosed with graft-versus-host disease, as well as tools and content to be shared to raise awareness of Graft-versus-host disease.

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How long is the process of ECP?

This graphic provides an explanation of ECP, including how long the process can take and when a response may be seen.

What are the side effects of ECP?

A summary of the common side effects of ECP, which can include nausea, light sensitivity, and dizziness.

What steps are involved in ECP?

An overview of the steps in ECP, including drawing blood from the patient, treating it with ultraviolet light, and returning it to the patient.

About us

Know GvHD is dedicated to improving understanding of GvHD worldwide through education, community collaboration, and raising awareness of available resources.

By partnering with patient advocates, societies, and our GvHD Hub Steering Committee, we ensure our content reflects the patient voice and healthcare professional insights, making it as impactful and supportive as possible.