1.What is Leukemia Relapse? Leukemia relapse occurs when leukemia, a type of blood cancer, comes back after treatment. The cancer cells that survive the initial therapy are known as minimal residual disease (MRD). These cells stay hidden in the body and can slowly grow, leading to a recurrence of the disease.
1.What is Leukemia Relapse? Leukemia relapse occurs when leukemia, a type of blood cancer, comes back after treatment. The cancer cells that survive the initial therapy are known as minimal residual disease (MRD). These cells stay hidden in the body and can slowly grow, leading to a recurrence of the disease.