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Acute leukemia presenting as arthritis in children
Clinical Pediatrics
|November 1, 1985
Summary
Arthritis can be the first sign of acute leukemia in children. Recognizing specific joint and blood abnormalities is key to diagnosing this rare presentation of childhood leukemia.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Rheumatology
- Pediatric Hematology
- Oncology
Background:
- Acute leukemia can present with musculoskeletal symptoms.
- Arthritis is an uncommon presenting feature of acute leukemia in children.
- Early diagnosis is crucial for timely treatment and improved outcomes.