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Cutaneous Manifestation of Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: Acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) is a hematological neoplasm characterized by the proliferation of immature lymphoblasts. Although it is more common in children, it can also occur in adults, presenting significant clinical challenges. This case describes a 46-year-old male patient with a history of hypertension and dyslipidemia, whose first clinical manifestation of ALL was cutaneous. The patient showed resistance to initial chemotherapy, leading to complex management and, unfortunately, to a bad outcome.

Source: Cureus

DOI: 10.7759/cureus.74022

Authors: Paula Cerqueira, Sara Pereira, Raquel Costa, Ana Garrido Gomes

Institution: Unidade Local de Saúde do Alto Minho

Language: English

Topic: Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia research

Subfield: Public Health, Environmental and Occupational Health

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W4404520115