Myeloid sarcoma

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tstag2 - 14 Apr 2005 03:12 GMT

My Uncle was recently dx with myeloid sarcome and we do not know much
about this type of cancer If anyone could share any information or
links I would appreciate it. The knot that was removed was located in
the groin area. Was sent to Md Anderson for testing and it is localized
as far as they know. THank you for your time .

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J - 14 Apr 2005 07:49 GMT

> My Uncle was recently dx with myeloid sarcome and we do not know much
> about this type of cancer If anyone could share any information or
> links I would appreciate it. The knot that was removed was located in
> the groin area. Was sent to Md Anderson for testing and it is localized
> as far as they know. THank you for your time .

Seems to relate to AML
http://training.seer.cancer.gov/module_coding_primary/unit04_guidelines07_rule_e.html

Myeloid sarcoma is a leukemic deposit in an organ or tissue and should be
coded to the site of origin.

http://herkules.oulu.fi/isbn951426942X/html/i1001126.html

http://www.plwc.org .... http://tinyurl.com/567mn
AML is usually found in the blood and bone marrow, but can sometimes also
invade other sites, such as the brain, skin, and gingiva (gums).
Occasionally, AML cells can form a solid tumor called a myeloid sarcoma or
chloroma, which can be located in many different places in the body.<quoted
text>

Sounds to me that they'll have more testing/searching, but I'm not a
doctor.
Keep in touch and let us know.
J

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