Abstract
GVHD is a common consequence of allogeneic bone marrow transplantation. Approximately 3 weeks following complete marrow eradication and the transplantation of allogeneic donor marrow cells, a cutaneous eruption is seen in up to 20% to 80% of patients, and may result in the death of the patient (1,2). The cutaneous manifestations may be the first indication of evolving GVHD.
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(2007). Graft-versus-Host Disease. In: Deadly Dermatologic Diseases. Springer, New York, NY. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-0-387-68858-9_32
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