Management of Patients with Chronic Myeloid Leukemia

Description

Chronic myeloid leukemia (CML) is a particular type of blood cancer that generally affects older patients... but it can occur at any age. While it is not a common cancer, it can have devastating effects on those who are afflicted with it. This program highlights a specific type of CML that involves the Philadelphia chromosome (Ph). It delves into the science involved in both the diagnosis and treatment of this condition, and introduces patients who have battled Ph+ CML and are now able to live full, healthy lives.

Runtime

27 min

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Date of Publication

[2012], c2011

Database

Films on Demand

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