Leroy Satchel Paige was the longtime Negro League star who eventually received his due in the majors. He reportedly got his nickname working as a baggage porter in Mobile, Ala., where he became a satchel tree by carrying several bags at once. Satchel, the man, was literally ageless.
The diagnosis of AML requires the identification of 20% or more leukemic blasts in the bone marrow. Further analysis then must separate AML from acute lymphoblastic leukemia by showing evidence for commitment to the myeloid lineage.
Upon completion of this activity, participants will be able to: 1  Identify current issues in the field of AML treatment. 2  Review treatment options and their benefits and limitations.  Describe risk stratification and assessment to determine therapy for patients with AML.