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    Fast Facts: Measurable Residual Disease: A Clearer Picture for Treatment Decisions
    Fast Facts: Measurable Residual Disease: A Clearer Picture for Treatment Decisions
    Fast Facts: Measurable Residual Disease: A Clearer Picture for Treatment Decisions
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    Fast Facts: Measurable Residual Disease: A Clearer Picture for Treatment Decisions

    By Justin Loke

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    Conventional methods of detecting disease remission in cancers such as leukemia rely on microscopic analysis of tissue samples. Measurable (or minimal) residual disease (MRD) describes the presence of disease beyond the levels of sensitivity afforded by microscopy. Fast Facts: Measurable Residual Disease describes what is meant by MRD, the opportunities and challenges afforded by its identification and the advantages and disadvantages of the methods used for its detection. Specific examples are given to illustrate the implications of detecting MRD in different disease scenarios, with emphasis on acute myeloid and lymphoblastic leukemias. With the recognition and monitoring of MRD likely to play an increasingly important role in disease prognosis and subsequent treatment direction, this accessible resource is ideal for any healthcare professional wanting to know more about this exciting and fast-moving area.
    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherS. Karger
    Release dateJan 26, 2021
    ISBN9783318068252
    Fast Facts: Measurable Residual Disease: A Clearer Picture for Treatment Decisions

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      Fast Facts - Justin Loke

      Measurable Residual Disease

      Declaration of Independence

      This book is as balanced and as practical as we can make it.

      Ideas for improvement are always welcome: fastfacts@karger.com

      Fast Facts: Measurable Residual Disease

      First published 2020

      Text © 2020 Justin Loke

      © 2020 in this edition S. Karger Publishers Ltd

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