Leukemia and Myelodysplastic Syndrome in Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis: Subtypes, Clinical Characteristics, and Outcome.

CONCLUSION: The findings emphasize the longterm risk of leukemia and MDS in CYC-treated, severely ill patients with GPA. Cytopenia during the course of GPA may be a warning sign and warrants a liberal attitude toward bone marrow examination.
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Source: J Rheumatol - February 1, 2015 Category: Rheumatology Authors: Knight A, Hjorton K, Sundström C, Höglund M, Backlin C, Smedby KE, Askling J, Baecklund E Tags: J Rheumatol Source Type: research