Leukemia
Learn about symptoms, modern diagnostic methods, and advanced treatment protocols available in China's top medical centers.
Understanding Leukemia
Leukemia is a type of cancer that originates in blood-forming tissues, particularly the bone marrow, leading to the production of abnormal white blood cells. These abnormal cells crowd out healthy blood cells, leading to various symptoms. In our partner clinics in Beijing and Shanghai, we use a multidisciplinary approach involving hematologists, oncologists, and radiation therapists to provide comprehensive cancer care.
Advanced Diagnostics in China
Accurate diagnosis is the first step toward effective treatment. Our hospitals offer:
- Complete Blood Count: Identifying abnormal cell counts.
- Bone Marrow Biopsy: Definitive diagnosis.
- Flow Cytometry: Identifying specific cell types.
- Cytogenetic Analysis: Chromosomal abnormalities.
Treatment Options
Depending on the diagnosis, treatment may involve chemotherapy, radiation therapy, stem cell transplant, or an integrative approach combining Western medicine with Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) to support the immune system and manage side effects.
- Chemotherapy: Targeted cytotoxic agents.
- Targeted Therapy: Molecularly targeted agents.
- Stem Cell Transplant: Curative option for many.
- Integrative TCM: Herbs to support immunity.
