Long-Term Remissions in Childhood Acute Leukemia: Use of Infrequent Infusions of Methotrexate; Supportive Roles of Platelet Transfusions and Citrovorum Factor.

Autor: Djerassi, Issac, Abir, Esshagh, L.#Royer Jr, George, Carmen L.Treat
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Zdroj: Clinical Pediatrics; Aug1966, Vol. 5 Issue 8, p502-509, 8p
Abstrakt: Focuses on the use of infrequent infusions of methotrexate in childhood acute leukemia. Administration of cytoxan and prednisone to supplement the periodic destruction of leukemic cells; Occurrence of temporary declines of the leukocyte and platelet counts; Evaluation of the nutritional status of patients; Achievement of extensive remissions in most patients.
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