Definition of Refractory anaemia

1. Noun. Any of various anemic conditions that are not successfully treated by any means other than blood transfusions (and that are not associated with another primary disease).

Exact synonyms: Refractory Anemia
Specialized synonyms: Sideroblastic Anaemia, Sideroblastic Anemia, Siderochrestic Anaemia, Siderochrestic Anemia
Generic synonyms: Anaemia, Anemia

Medical Definition of Refractory anaemia

1. A form of myelodysplasia which primarily affects the red cell production by the bone marrow. In some cases the developing red cells show an internal ring of iron granules. These cells are called sideroblasts. Refractory anaemia and refractory anaemia with sideroblasts are the most common forms of myelodysplasia. Origin: Gr. Haima = blood (13 Nov 1997)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Refractory Anaemia

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refractory anaemia (current term)
refractory anaemia (current term)
refractory anaemia with excess blasts
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