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Acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) is the most common of all childhood malignancies. Current remission rates approach 80%. Recurrent disease can present in a wide variety of ways. MR imaging plays a crucial role in the detection of disease relapse. Because other disorders can mimic recurrence of leukemia, it is important for the radiologist to judge recurrence from non-recurrence accurately in order to avoid unnecessary testing and emotional stress on the patient and family.
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This study was supported in part by grants P30 CA-21765 and P01 CA20180 from the National Cancer Institute and by the American Lebanese Syrian Associated Charities (ALSAC)
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Porter, R.P., Kaste, S.C. Imaging findings of recurrent acute lymphoblastic leukemia in children and young adults, with emphasis on MRI. Pediatr Radiol 34, 400–408 (2004). https://doi.org/10.1007/s00247-003-1137-9
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