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Subsequent bone marrow biopsy and analysis confirmed an AML diagnosis, while histological examination of endometrial tissue revealed infiltrating cells positive for CD34, myeloperoxidase and CD117, consistent with AML. The patient was given oestrogen for uterine bleeding and chemotherapy, eventually achieving remission. She received additional chemotherapy following relapse and remains in her second round of remission. 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