FRCPath Haem Part 1 MCQ-Oncology 82
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- Sep 12
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A newly diagnosed APML patient is about to start ATRA + ATO. Baseline WBC: 18 × 10⁹/L. What is the best preventive strategy for differentiation syndrome?
Withhold ATRA until day 14
Delay ATRA until WBC <10 × 10⁹/L
Prescribe Hydroxycarbamide
Reduced Dose ATRA


Correct Answer: Prophylactic Dexamethasone