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Source: Acute Myeloid Leukemia Treatment (PDQ®)–Patient Version, National Cancer Institute.
Source updated: May 16, 2025 · Captured 2026-09-09.
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Context: Treatment Option Overview
There are different types of treatment for people with acute myeloid leukemia (AML).
The treatment of AML usually has two phases.
Patients receive supportive care for side effects of treatment.
The following types of treatment are used:
The following types of treatment are used:
Chemotherapy
The following types of treatment are used:
Radiation therapy
The following types of treatment are used:
Chemotherapy with stem cell transplant
The following types of treatment are used:
Targeted therapy
The following types of treatment are used:
Other drug therapy
New types of treatment are being tested in clinical trials.
Treatment for acute myeloid leukemia may cause side effects.
Follow-up care may be needed.
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