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Granulocytic sarcoma
Introduction
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Symptoms of granulocytic sarcoma may include violaceous, raised, nontender plaques or nodules on skin and painful gums which bleed easily with tooth brushing and other minor trauma. Granulocytic sarcoma is diagnosed by histochemical staining. Systemic chemotherapy against the leukemia is typically utilized as the first-line treatment. Prognosis of granulocytic sarcoma is poor.
What are the symptoms of Granulocytic sarcoma?
Symptoms of granulocytic sarcoma may include violaceous, raised, nontender plaques or nodules on skin and painful gums which bleed easily with tooth brushing and other minor trauma.
Diagnosis
Granulocytic sarcoma is diagnosed by histochemical staining.
Treatment options
Systemic chemotherapy against the leukemia is typically utilized as the first-line treatment.
Where to find medical care for Granulocytic sarcoma?
Directions to Hospitals Treating Granulocytic sarcoma
What to expect (Outlook/Prognosis)?
Prognosis of granulocytic sarcoma is poor.
Source
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Ammu Susheela, M.D. [2]
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A more detailed clinical article for the same condition is available from WikiDoc. It is written for medical professionals and uses technical language.