Postępowanie terapeutyczne w zespołach mielodysplastycznych niższego ryzyka

Myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS) are acquired clonal disorders of the hematopoietic system caused by a mutation in hematopoietic stem cells. Depending on clinical and laboratory parameters, MDS is divided into two subgroups: low-risk MDS (LR-MDS) and high-risk MDS (HR-MDS), which determines a range of therapeutic options. Recently, some progress in prolongation and quality of life has been observed, mainly due to new therapeutic and supportive methods. The article provides an overview of the current diagnostic and therapeutic approach to lower-risk MDS, as well as manifests the most recent registered therapeutic methods. Additionally, the paper reviews supportive treatment and drugs in clinical trials.