Gastrointestinal complications of leukemia and its treatment

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Abstract
Leukemia represents 4% of all cancer deaths and is the leading cause of death from malignancy for all patients under 30 yr of age. Various rare, usually preterminal gastrointestinal complications of leukemia have been reported. These complications are becoming more common and no longer should be considered unusual. Their increasing incidence is the result of new, more aggressive treatment methods and increased patient lifespan. The relative incidence and common radiographic presentations of leukemia-related gastrointestinal disease are described. Prognosis is favorable with prompt diagnosis and treatment.