Adult Leukemias: AML Flashcards
1
Q
What is the yearly incidence for AML?
A
20,000
2
Q
What is the yearly number of deaths from AML?
A
10,000
3
Q
Which has a higher mortality rate, AML or ALL?
A
AML (much higher)
4
Q
What is the survival rate for AML?
A
65%
5
Q
What are the risk factors for AML?
A
Smoking, chemotherapy, benzene
6
Q
What are 3 mutations in AML that we know of?
A
1) FLT3
2) c-KIT
3) Ras
7
Q
What condition results when tissue from a donor begins attacking the host?
A
Graft v. Host Disease
8
Q
What is the treatment protocol for AML?
A
1) Chemotherapy
2) Stem Cell Transplant
