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(C91.0) Acute lymphoblastic leukaemia [all]
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3 154 888 in individuals diagnosis acute lymphoblastic leukaemia [all] confirmed
327 047 deaths with diagnosis acute lymphoblastic leukaemia [all]
10% mortality rate associated with the disease acute lymphoblastic leukaemia [all]
Diagnosis acute lymphoblastic leukaemia [all] is diagnosed Men are 26.01% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis acute lymphoblastic leukaemia [all]
191 842 (9.7 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis acute lymphoblastic leukaemia [all]
135 205 (11.6 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease acute lymphoblastic leukaemia [all] - Men aged 60-64 and Women aged 65-69
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
in in men, the disease manifests at any agein in women, the disease manifests at any age
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
Disease Features acute lymphoblastic leukaemia [all]
Absence or low individual and public risk
Acute lymphoblastic leukaemia [all] - what does this mean
Acute lymphoblastic leukaemia (all) is a type of cancer that affects the white blood cells in the body. it occurs when the bone marrow produces too many immature white blood cells, called lymphoblasts, which accumulate in the bloodstream and interfere with the production of normal blood cells. this can lead to fatigue, anaemia, infections, and other serious medical problems.
What happens during the disease - acute lymphoblastic leukaemia [all]
Acute lymphoblastic leukaemia (all) is a type of cancer of the blood and bone marrow caused by an abnormal proliferation of immature lymphocytes. this abnormal proliferation leads to an excess of immature white blood cells, called blasts, which crowd out normal blood cells, resulting in a decrease in red blood cells, platelets, and normal white blood cells. this can lead to anemia, increased risk of infection, and bleeding problems. the exact cause of all is unknown, but it is believed to be due to a combination of genetic and environmental factors.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Complete blood count (CBC)
- Bone marrow aspiration and biopsy
- Lumbar puncture (spinal tap)
- Cytogenetic testing
- Flow cytometry
- Immunophenotyping
- Molecular testing
- X-rays
- CT scans
- MRI scans
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main Goal: To reduce the number of leukaemia cells and prevent them from spreading
- Administering chemotherapy drugs to kill leukaemia cells
- Administering radiation therapy to kill leukaemia cells
- Performing bone marrow or stem cell transplant to replace cancerous cells with healthy cells
- Prescribing targeted therapy drugs to stop the growth of leukaemia cells
- Prescribing immunotherapy drugs to boost the body’s immune system
- Prescribing steroids to reduce inflammation
- Prescribing antibiotics to prevent or treat infections
- Providing supportive care to manage symptoms and side effects
16 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Acute lymphoblastic leukaemia [all] - Prevention
Prevention of acute lymphoblastic leukaemia (all) includes avoiding exposure to radiation and other environmental toxins, eating a healthy diet rich in fruits and vegetables, maintaining a healthy weight, avoiding smoking and other forms of tobacco use, and minimizing stress. vaccinations for certain infections may also help reduce the risk of all.