Myeloid sarcoma presenting as pathological fracture in humerus: a case report
Journal Title: Scholars Journal of Medical Case Reports - Year 2016, Vol 4, Issue 3
Abstract
Abstract: Myeloid sarcoma arise de novo or are associated with acute or chronic myeloid leukemia and other myeloproliferative disorders. Sometime myeloid sarcoma is first presenting sign of underlying undiagnosed case of leukemia. It is unrecognized for longer periods, appropriate chemotherapy may be delayed. Here we reported a case of myeloid sarcoma presenting as pathological fracture in humerus in 35 years female with chronic myeloid leukemia. Keywords: Myeloid sarcoma, pathological fracture, chronic myeloid leukemia
Authors and Affiliations
Dr. Sonia Chhabra, Dr. Padam Parmar, Dr. Ritika . , Dr. Nisha Marwah, Dr. Meena . , Dr. Rajeev Sen
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