Bone Marrow Examination: An Audit from Tertiary Care Oncology Institute

Introduction: Bone marrow aspiration and biopsy forms the foundation of diagnostic hematopathology. These outpatient procedures were performed under local anaesthesia yielding accurate and timely diagnosis.

Aim: To evaluate the utility of bone marrow biopsy in the diagnosis and follow up of haematological neoplasms.

Type of Study: A simple observational retrospective study design.

Period of Study: 1st January 2021 to 12th September 2021

Results: A total of 111 bone marrow examinations were performed during the current year till 12.09.2022. The M:F ratio is 2.08:1. Age range is from 17 to 79 years with a mean of 49.67, Median of 53. Out of 111 bone marrow examinations, 71 procedures were performed for the diagnostic purpose. Whereas 40 procedures were for follow up after initial diagnosis, the majority are for response assessment. Of the 71 diagnostic bone marrow procedures 53 cases had a neoplastic condition, whereas 18 cases were diagnosed with benign conditions.