Malignant histiocytosis

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Abstract
The clinical features, therapy, and hospital course of ten consecutive patients with malignant histiocytosis (MH) are presented. The value of bone marrow aspiration for the diagnosis is discussed. The patient's performance status as described in this report by the organ dysfunction score may predict survival and response to chemotherapy. The literature on chemotherapy in this disease is reviewed. Combination chemotherapy may be the best approach to treatment, but there is little experience with single agents. There is a great need for better characterization of the malignant cell in this disorder.

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