A Retrospective Observational Study of Dicentric (9;12): A Unique, Nonrandom Translocation Defining a Cytogenetic Subgroup with Favorable Outcome in Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia

Abstract Introduction  Cytogenetic abnormalities are integral to the risk stratification of acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL). Objectives  The present study aimed to highlight a rare, yet nonrandom cytogenetic abnormality notably dicentric (9;12), which was observed in ALL patients who presented to...

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Veröffentlicht in:Indian journal of medical and paediatric oncology 2022-08, Vol.43 (4), p.349-354
Hauptverfasser: Shanthala, S., Kavitha, B. L., Kumari, Prasanna, Vijay, C.R., Lokanatha, D., Appaji, L., Babu, Govind, Premalata, C. S., Ramachandra, C.
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Zusammenfassung:Abstract Introduction  Cytogenetic abnormalities are integral to the risk stratification of acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL). Objectives  The present study aimed to highlight a rare, yet nonrandom cytogenetic abnormality notably dicentric (9;12), which was observed in ALL patients who presented to our institute. The study analyzed the frequency, clinicohematological features, and treatment response of these patients. Materials and Methods  A single-group observational study was conducted from April 2014 to April 2020. Cytogenetic analysis was done on bone marrow aspirate samples of the patients referred to the cytogenetics laboratory with clinical diagnosis of acute leukemia. Cytogenetic, clinical, and hematological data were collected from respective departmental records, case files, and patients. Results  Dic(9;12) was identified in 1.2% of ALL (19 out of 1,544 patients). They showed striking preponderance in teen and young adult males with characteristic precursor B cell immunophenotype. Majority of these patients displayed favorable risk profiles such as low total count, mild lymphadenopathy and splenomegaly, mild-to-moderate elevation of lactate dehydrogenase, and good response to first induction chemotherapy. Rare coexistence of dic(9;12) with well-established cytogenetic markers such as t(9;22) and t(1;19) was observed. Conclusion  Dic(9;12) is one of the most specific cytogenetic markers of precursor B cell (pre-B) ALL. It defines a subgroup with favorable clinical and biological profile. We suggest inclusion of dic(9;12) in cytogenetic risk stratification of precursor B cell ALL. Long-term follow-up studies are recommended to establish the prognostic significance of this cytogenetic subgroup, which may benefit from less intensive chemotherapy.
ISSN:0971-5851
0975-2129
DOI:10.1055/s-0041-1732859