Search Results for "Childhood acute myeloid leukemia"
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Cardiovascular System
This article introduces Childhood cancer survivors risk heart/vascular issues post chest radiation/chemo. Requires monitoring for symptoms, diagnostic tests, and long-term management.
The Second Type of Cancer
This article introduces Childhood cancer survivors risk second cancers (post 2+ months). Genetic factors/treatment type influence risk. Requires lifelong monitoring with tailored screenings.
Osteosarcoma (benign tumor composed of bone-like material)
This article introduces Osteosarcoma: most common pediatric bone cancer (5% childhood tumors), typically affects teens' long bones (knee area). Aggressive, requires prompt treatment.
Burkitt's lymphoma
This article introduces Burkitt lymphoma: aggressive pediatric B-cell NHL. Rapid onset, multi-site involvement. Risk-stratified chemo yields >80% 5-year survival overall.
Hodgkin's lymphoma in children
This article introduces Hodgkin lymphoma: common in teens, presents with lymphadenopathy. Chemo/radiotherapy effective, >90% early-stage, >85% high-risk 5-year survival.
Lymphoblastic lymphoma
This article introduces Lymphoblastic lymphoma: T/B-cell origin, common pediatric NHL. Chemotherapy main treatment, 75-90% 5-year survival. Similar to ALL but <25% marrow involvement.
Childhood acute lymphoblastic leukemia
This article introduces Child ALL: most common pediatric leukemia, causes anemia, bleeding, infections. Treated with chemo/transplant. Survival >70% overall, >85% for low-risk cases.
Childhood acute myeloid leukemia
This article introduces Child AML: abnormal blood cells; symptoms like fever, bleeding; chemo/transplant for treatment; survival ~68%, APL >90%.
Acute promyelocytic leukemia in children
This article introduces Child APL: t(15;17) causes PML-RARα fusion; treated with ATRA/arsenic; high bleeding risk; >90% survival.
Juvenile granulomonocytic leukemia
This article introduces Retinoblastoma is the most common intraocular malignancy in children, caused by RB1 gene mutations. Symptoms include "cat's eyes," strabismus, and vision issues.
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