Chemotherapy and marrow transplantation for congenital leukaemia.
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چکیده
The optimum approach to congenital leukaemia is unclear. Results of treatment are generally discouraging and palliation is offered to many. The successful treatment of an infant with congenital leukaemia is reported.
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- Archives of disease in childhood. Fetal and neonatal edition
دوره 84 1 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2001