SUCCESSFUL OUTCOME OF A CHILD WITH CARDIAC MYELOID SARCOMA -- A CASE
REPORT AND REVIEW OF THE LITERATURE
Abstract
Myeloid sarcoma refers to the extramedullary deposition of myeloblasts
characteristically seen in AML-FAB types M2, M4 and M5. Commonest sites
include skin, orbit and lymph nodes. Myeloid sarcoma in heart is an
extremely rare occurrence and usually leads to delayed diagnosis owing
to consideration of other differentials and technical difficulties in
obtaining tissue for biopsy. Overall survival rate as per available
literature is 20-30%. Non-invasive mode of diagnosis, timely initiation
of chemotherapy and meticulous supportive care are the keys to
successful outcome.