Leukaemia in Children Flashcards
1
Q
What is the most common type of leukaemia in children?
A
ALL
Acute lymphoblastic leukaemia
(REMEMBER ALL the children)
2
Q
In what syndrome is ALL 10 to 20 times more likely?
A
Down’s syndrome
3
Q
How does ALL usually present?
A
Rapid deterioration.
But if history is of non-specific unwellness for several weeks, a cold that clears slowly or recurrent frequent colds, in an unwell child with pallor and firm splenomegaly.
There may also be bruising, weight loss, breathlessness. This suggests a rapidly progressive systemic illness.
Leukaemia would be most likely.
