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Source: Myelodysplastic/ Myeloproliferative Neoplasms Treatment (PDQ®)–Patient Version, National Cancer Institute.
Source updated: March 6, 2025 · Captured 2026-09-09.
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Context: Treatment Option Overview
There are different types of treatment for patients with myelodysplastic/myeloproliferative neoplasms.
The following types of treatment are used:
The following types of treatment are used:
Watchful waiting
The following types of treatment are used:
Chemotherapy
The following types of treatment are used:
Other drug therapy
The following types of treatment are used:
Stem cell transplant
The following types of treatment are used:
Supportive care
The following types of treatment are used:
Targeted therapy
New types of treatment are being tested in clinical trials.
Treatment for myelodysplastic/myeloproliferative neoplasms may cause side effects.
Follow-up care may be needed.
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