ASH Presentation: Study Shows That Genetic Mutations Accumulate in Smokers with Myelodysplastic Syndromes and Worsen Outcomes
Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer CenterSmokers with myelodysplastic syndromes or a precursor condition had elevated levels of genetic mutations linked to the disease. The study also found that heavier smokers accumulated more mutations, and long-term smokers were more likely to show disease progression.