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Can CMML-1 progress to acute myeloid leukemia (AML)?

Yes, CMML-1 can progress to AML, though the risk varies depending on the specific subtype.

CMML is categorized into types based on blast cell percentages
* Type 0: Fewer than 2% blasts in blood, less than 5% in bone marrow
* Type 1: 2-4% blasts in blood or 5-9% in Show Full Answer

Can CMML-1 progress to acute myeloid leukemia (AML)?

Yes, CMML-1 can progress to AML, though the risk varies depending on the specific subtype.

CMML is categorized into types based on blast cell percentages:
* Type 0: Fewer than 2% blasts in blood, less than 5% in bone marrow
* Type 1: 2-4% blasts in blood or 5-9% in bone marrow
* Type 2: 5-19% blasts in blood, 10-19% in bone marrow

About 63% of people with type 2 CMML are diagnosed with AML within five years. While specific progression rates for type 1 aren't detailed, the risk increases with higher blast counts.

People with MP-CMML (the subtype with high white blood cell counts) are also more likely to develop AML compared to those with MD-CMML (the subtype with low or normal white blood cell counts).

Understanding your specific CMML subtype helps predict your outlook and guide treatment decisions. Regular monitoring of blast cell levels is important to catch any progression early.

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