Acute Myelogenous Leukemia (AML): Current Treatment Options and Promising Research
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Acute Myelogenous Leukemia (AML): Current Treatment Options and Promising Research
Learn from transplant and AML expert, Dr. Mary-Beth Percival from the University of Washington who will discuss:
- The different types of AML and how well they respond to treatment
- Who is a good candidate for a bone marrow or stem cell transplant
- Source of stem cells, types of transplants if a perfect match is not available
- FDA approved drugs
- Promising drugs under investigation to help AML patients
- Questions should you ask your doctor when deciding on a treatment strategy
This is a 45-minute presentation followed by a 20 minute Q & A.
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