Article
Myeloid Neoplasms with Germline Predisposition.
Pathobiology : journal of immunopathology, molecular and cellular biology - 1 Jan 2019
Geyer Julia T
Abstract excerpt
The updated 2016 WHO classification of hematopoietic tumors has a new category: "myeloid neoplasms with germline predisposition." These entities are rare, but are also currently underdiagnosed and underreported. Recognition is critical for appropriate clinical evaluation and therapy, with potential implications for the patient's entire family. The WHO includes 3 categories of myeloid neoplasms with germline...
Topics
- Bone Marrow Examination
- Genetic Predisposition to Disease
- Genotype
- Germ-Line Mutation
- Humans
- Mutation
- Myeloproliferative Disorders
- Pathology, Molecular
