Questions and Answers
What symptoms did the 48-year-old man present with?
The man presented with mild pallor and large splenomegaly.
What was the WBC count of the patient?
The WBC count was 20 x 10^9/L.
Describe the appearance of the white blood cells in the blood film.
The blood film showed multiple white blood cells of lymphoid origin with many villous projections.
What is the diagnosis for this patient?
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What is the prognosis for this case?
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Study Notes
Patient Overview
- 48-year-old male presenting with mild pallor and significant splenomegaly.
- Absence of lymphadenopathy.
- Elevated white blood cell (WBC) count: 20 x 10^9/L.
Peripheral Blood Findings
- Blood film examination reveals numerous white blood cells.
- Cells exhibit characteristics of lymphoid origin.
- Distinctive feature of cells: multiple villous projections, indicative of a specific pathology.
Diagnosis
- Confirmed diagnosis: Hairy cell leukemia.
- This condition is characterized by abnormal B-cell proliferation.
Prognosis
- Prognosis for hairy cell leukemia is generally positive.
- Response to treatment tends to be favorable with high remission rates.
- Long-term survival and quality of life can be significantly improved with appropriate therapy.
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Description
This quiz focuses on the characteristics and diagnosis of hairy cell leukemia. It covers patient presentation, peripheral blood findings, and distinctive features of the condition. Test your knowledge on the specific pathology and its implications.
