WCSH-TV | Transplant helps girl overcome sickle cells KPLC-TV That's when Carol underwent a stem cell transplant using cells from her brother Mark's banked cord blood. The procedure worked. Carol was cured of sickle cell anemia and has been disease free for three years. She now enjoys school, playing outdoors and ... 6 FOR YOUR HEALTH Girl Cured of Sickle-Cell Anemia Using Brother's Umbilical Cord |