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Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia
Studies in the area of acute lymphoblastic leukemia in children reported from Baskent University, Department of Pediatric Hematology
March 16th, 2008
Researchers detail in 'A case with mature B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia and pancreatic involvement at the time of diagnosis,' new data in acute lymphoblastic leukemia. "Pancreatic infiltration with leukemic cells is a rare manifestation of acute lymphoblastic leukemia. There are only a few reported cases," scientists writing in the Journal of Pediatric Hematology report. "We report the clinical and radiologic findings of a 4-year-old boy with mature B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia and pancreatic involvement. A computed tomography scan of his abdomen demonstrated diffuse hypodense lesions in the pancreas. Plasma amylase and lipase levels at that time...
Source: Pharma Investments, Ventures & Law Weekly (2008-03-16)
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