Can essential thrombocythemia be cured?
Essential thrombocythemia (ET) is a chronic condition. The only potential cure at the moment is a matched donor for bone marrow transplant. Most ET patients are not eligible for this procedure. Because of its associated risk and expense, bone marrow transplants are generally reserved for life-threatening diseases. ET patients generally do not fall in this category. But a lot can be done to reduce symptoms and risks of complications. 10.
