Abstracto

cell cancer in a pediatric patient

Morris Esterson

New-onset pancytopenia can be caused by a variety of etiologist, resulting in a diagnostic dilemma. These etiologies range from congenital bone marrow failure to myeloma mass lesions, infections, and peripheral destruction, to name a few. In addition to a detailed medical history, a bone marrow examination is often required for an accurate diagnosis. The purpose of this review is to provide a brief overview of many of the emerging causes of pancytopenia in adults and children, with an emphasis on bone marrow findings and recommendations for additional testing and clinical evaluation if indicated. It is intended to highlight the subject and to understand the overall purpose. The pathologist's role as an advisor to the patient's physician.