Transformation to MDS

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I am 59 year old female; dx in 2000 with 6q deletion; tx 6 cycles FCR 2004, CR

for 3 1/2 yrs, FISH done in 12/2007 revealed 11q and 13q deletions; pursued SCT

summer/2009, found MUD/decided to wait; developed ITP 2010, tx IVIG monthly

8/2010 - 2/2011, HDMP 8/1-12/30/10, Rituxan 1/24 & 2/1/11; fever, dropping

counts past 2 weeks

I had BMB and CT scan 2/11/11 and my oncologist told me today that my CLL has

transformed into MDS (Trisomy 8 in 58% of cells). My lymphs are 6.0,

neutrophils 1.16, rbc 3.1, hgb 10.5. He says not to treat right now but to

investigate transplant.

I would appreciate any advice and tx options.

Jillayn Wolleat