Copper deficiency may be implicated in Myelodysplastic syndrome. - GreenMedInfo Summary
Abstract Title:
Copper deficiency: an important consideration in the differential diagnosis of myelodysplastic syndrome.
Abstract Source:
Haematologica. 2007 Oct;92(10):1429-30. PMID: 18024379
Abstract:
Full Citation: "Copper deficiency is an etiology of anemia, neutropenia, and bone marrow dysplasia that may be under-recognized. We report 5 patients with clinical presentation consistent with MDS who were found to be deficient in copper and whose hematologic abnormalities resolved with copper supplementation. We recommend copper level assessment in patients suspected of having low-risk MDS, especially those with gastrointestinal disorders and neuropathy."
Article Published Date : Oct 01, 2007
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Diseases : Myelodysplastic Syndromes : CK(239) : AC(26)
