Mastocytosis is a rare, clinically heterogenous clonal hematological neoplasm. Over 95% of patients harbor the driver KIT D816V mutation resulting in mast cell (MC) accumulation and proliferation in various organs, leading to variable symptom manifestations that result from MC mediator release in patients with systemic mastocytosis (SM) and end-organ damage in those with advanced SM. The accurate diagnostic and clinical classification of patients with SM is vital to underpin appropriate treatment options and personalize therapy. This review evaluates the current diagnostic criteria, clinical classification, risk stratification, and therapeutic options available for adult patients with nonadvanced and advanced SM.

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