Research status of polycythemia vera in China / 中国实用内科杂志

ABSTRACT

Polycythemia vera is a clonal malignant hematopoietic disorder that results from genetic alterations in hematopoietic stem cells, which is characterized by two or three-line blood cells increase, and mainly by erythrocytosis. This article reviews research situation of PV in China, including pathogenesis, clinical features, disease progression and therapeutic options, which helps clinical specialists to carry out precise diagnosis and treatment.