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FRCPath Haem Part 1 MCQ-Oncology 82

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


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adwaan567
Sep 13

Correct Answer: Prophylactic Dexamethasone

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