Table 4.
Guidelines for the Management of Polycythemia Vera
| Age | Individualized Therapy |
|---|---|
| < 50 years | Phlebotomy only when possible |
| 50 to 70 years | Phlebotomy with or without hydroxyurea |
| > 70 years | Radioactive phosphorus (32P) or hydroxyurea and phlebotomy |