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Down Syndrome–Associated Leukemias
Posted: 08/11/2023 | By: Kayci Reyer

The increased risk of acute leukemia in individuals with Down syndrome has been recognized for decades. In a review article published by Verma et al in JAMA Oncology, researchers review clinical presentation, current treatment, and recent biological insights for children, adolescents, and young adults with acute leukemia and Down syndrome.

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Approximately how much higher is the risk for developing acute myeloid leukemia before the age of 4 years in children with Down Syndrome vs children without Down syndrome?

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