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Rapidly Progressing Myelodysplastic Syndrome Initially Presenting as Acute Leukemia
Sara Parylo1, Adarsh Vennepurredy2, Terenig Terjanian2
1Internal Medicine, Staten Island University Hospital.
Cureus
|April 18, 2017
Summary
Myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS) are stem cell disorders that can progress to acute leukemia. This case highlights a rare instance of rapidly progressing MDS initially treated as acute leukemia.
Area of Science:
- Hematology
- Oncology
- Stem Cell Biology
Background:
- Myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS) are stem cell disorders characterized by ineffective blood cell production.
- MDS typically progresses slowly and may be asymptomatic, often detected during routine bloodwork.
- A significant risk associated with MDS is its potential to transform into acute leukemia.