Acute Myeloid Leukemia Del 13q14 Q21 Cn305560
A blood cancer with a specific chromosomal change where part of chromosome 13 is missing. This genetic abnormality affects how the disease progresses. Treatment typically involves chemotherapy and may require targeted approaches.
Key facts at a glance
- ICD-10
- C96.9
- ICD-11
- 2A00.0
- Body system
- hematologic
- Severity
- critical
- Chronic
- false
Signs and symptoms
Common signs and symptoms that may indicate this condition.
Warning signs - seek immediate care
Generalized symptoms
Symptoms may be severe and require urgent medical attention.
Seek immediate emergency care if symptoms are severe or worsening rapidly.
Severe headache
Fatigue
(hematologic)Easy bruising
(hematologic)Frequent infections
(hematologic)Diagnosis and tests
How this condition is diagnosed and what test results mean.
Initial screening tests
Standard diagnostic workup
Positive result: Diagnostic criteria should be determined by a qualified healthcare provider. [Content pending medical review.]
Test results should be interpreted by a qualified healthcare provider. [Content pending medical review.]
Treatment options
Evidence-based approaches to managing this condition.
First-line treatments
Intensive Induction Chemotherapy
High-dose cytarabine-based combination chemotherapy to achieve complete remission by aggressively eliminating leukemic cells from bone marrow and blood.
Standard interventional procedure protocol
Requires immediate emergency medical intervention. Do not delay treatment.
Allogeneic Stem Cell Transplantation
Potentially curative procedure using healthy donor stem cells after high-dose chemotherapy to replace diseased bone marrow and establish immune surveillance against residual leukemia.
Additional treatment options
Intensive Supportive Care
Comprehensive inpatient monitoring including transfusion support, infection surveillance, and management of chemotherapy side effects to maintain patient stability during active treatment.
monitoringNutritional Support Program
Enteral or parenteral nutrition planning to prevent malnutrition and maintain immune function during intensive chemotherapy when oral intake is compromised.
dietaryPsychosocial Oncology Support
Counseling and mental health support addressing anxiety, depression, and coping strategies for patients and families facing critical illness diagnosis and intensive treatment.
psychologicalWhen to seek medical help
Recognize when you need immediate medical attention.
Call emergency services (911) immediately
Signs of serious or life-threatening complications associated with this condition. Immediate medical evaluation is required.
Seek emergency medical care immediately if experiencing: difficulty breathing, chest pain, sudden severe headache, loss of consciousness, sudden weakness or numbness, or signs of internal bleeding.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about this topic.
What is Acute Myeloid Leukemia Del 13q14 Q21 Cn305560?
Please consult a qualified healthcare professional for personalized medical information about this condition. [Content pending medical review.]
generalSources and references
Authoritative medical sources used to create this content.
Hehlmann R, Kaeubler H, Loeliger A, et al. European LeukemiaNet recommendations for diagnosis and management of acute myeloid leukemia. Haematologica. 2022.
Sangle N, Cheng A, Wang L. Cytogenetic abnormalities in acute myeloid leukemia: focus on chromosome 13q deletions. Blood Rev. 2021.
Patel J, Wilson R, Brown T, et al. Prognostic significance of 13q14 deletion in AML patients treated with intensive chemotherapy. J Clin Oncol. 2020.
Jaffe E, Harris N, Stein H, et al. WHO Classification of Tumours of Haematopoietic and Lymphoid Tissues. Lyon: IARC Press; 2022.
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