An Introduction to Treating Chronic Leukemia
Chronic Leukemia Treatment for CML
Chronic myelogenous leukemia (CML) treatment options may include:
- Chemotherapy
- Other drug therapy
- Biological therapy
- High-dose chemotherapy with stem cell transplant
- Donor lymphocyte infusion
- Surgery.
Chronic Leukemia Treatment for CLL
Treatment options for chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) can include:
- Watchful waiting
- Radiation therapy
- Chemotherapy
- Surgery
- Monoclonal antibody therapy.
Choosing the most appropriate chronic leukemia treatment is a decision that ideally involves the patient, the family, and the healthcare team.
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