How does the presence of concurrent infections or wound issues affect your choice and timing of induction in patients with AML or MDS with excess blasts?
Answer from: Medical Oncologist at Academic Institution
Many patients are diagnosed with AML or MDS with excess blasts after presenting with acute infections. In these circumstances, early recognition and initiation of broad spectrum antibiotics to prevent sepsis is essential. We typically delay induction chemotherapy until the infection is under control...
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