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The Challenge of Treating Myelodysplastic Syndromes/Myeloproliferative Neoplasms.

Journal Title: 
Clin Lymphoma Myeloma Leuk
Primary Author: 
Ragon BK
Author(s): 
Ragon BK, Savona MR
Original Publication Date: 
Saturday, July 15, 2017

Myelodysplastic syndromes/myeloproliferative neoplasms (MDS/MPN) comprise a spectrum of myeloid disorders with both dysplastic and proliferative features, arising from hematopoietic stem cells. MDS/MPN are neither MDS nor MPN but a distinct World Health Organization-defined subclassification of diseases that, by definition, do not arise from a pre-existing MDS or MPN, inherently creating diagnostic and therapeutic challenges. Appropriately recognizing and classifying MDS/MPN is paramount for appropriately formulating treatment strategies and accurate prognostication. Highlighting the unique molecular, morphologic, and clinical characteristics among the subclassifications of MDS/MPN can assist in the appropriate diagnosis and aid in choice of therapeutic strategies. We describe the challenges of the appropriate diagnosis and treatment of MDS/MPN.

Bone Marrow Disease(s): 
  • myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS)
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