Myelodysplastic Syndromes Flashcards
1
Q
What is a clonal stem cell disorder resulting from lesions that can lead to neoplasms?
A
Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS)
Dysplasia: Abnormal development of tissue
2
Q
What are the key features of Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS)?
A
Refractory Macrocytic Anemia
Cytopenia of one or more cell lines
Hypercellular bone marrow
3
Q
What are the dysplasias associated with the diagnosis of MDS?
A
Dyserythropoeisis
Dysgranulopoiesis
Dysthrombopoiesis
