5/7/11

What does the term "de novo" mean in relation to a cancer diagnosis?


What does the term "de novo" mean in relation to a cancer diagnosis?
Reading papers about acute myeloid leukemia and trying to figure out what de novo is referring to. Any help is appreciated :)

- Denisedds
De novo means anew.
Since your not stating how it is being used you are making it as hard as possible to answer you. However I'm guessing they are referring to a genetic mutation that neither parent possessed. Ask the doctor.

Know better? Leave your own answer in the comments! Leukemia Problems Remedies | FIGHT CANCER INFO
Leukemia — Comprehensive overview covers symptoms, causes, risk factors, treatment of this blood-related cancer.



Orignal From: What does the term "de novo" mean in relation to a cancer diagnosis?

No comments:

Post a Comment