Definition of Leukemia, lymphocytic
Leukemia, lymphocytic: A form of leukemia that
has a sudden onset, lymphocytic leukemia starts in the bone
marrow but often spreads to the lymphatic and nervous
system. With aggressive treatment, which may include
chemotherapy, radiation, bone-marrow transplant, and/or
biological therapy, there is a high cure rate, especially
for children. Also called acute lymphoblastic leukemia
(ALL).
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