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GSTP1 and MDR1 genotypes and central nervous system relapse in childhood acute lymphoblastic leukemia.
International journal of hematology - 1 Jan 2005
Stanulla Martin, Schäffeler Elke, Arens Stefan, Rathmann Anke, Schrauder André, Welte Karl, Eichelbaum Michel, Zanger Ulrich M, Schrappe Martin, Schwab Matthias
Abstract excerpt
The probability of event-free survival of childhood acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) approaches 80% or more with the use of modern multiagent chemotherapeutic regimens. One major contribution to this success has been reduction of the rate of central nervous system (CNS) relapses to less than 5%. However, heterogeneity is observed with regard to the incidence of CNS relapse in homogenously treated patient...
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