Do modern chemo drugs raise the risk of leukemia in some older patients?

MD Anderson research shows modern chemotherapies are tied to a small but significant increased risk of secondary MDS and AML in older breast cancer patients. These findings may help oncologists understand their patients’ risks and better inform discussions with them.

Childhood Leukemia Treatment Options: Chemotherapy, Stem Cell

Risk Factors for Leukemia

Blinatumomab Effective for Children with Relapsed Leukemia - NCI

Adult Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia Treatment (PDQ®) - PDQ Cancer

Understanding Leukemia Relapse

Childhood Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia Treatment (PDQ®) - NCI

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Blood Cancers Overview - History, Advancements and Challenges

Leukemia in Elderly Adults