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Familial and Acquired Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis
1 Jan 2005
Abstract excerpt
Hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis (HLH) is a life-threatening condition characterized by uncontrolled hyperinflammation on the basis of various inherited or acquired immune deficiencies. Cardinal symptoms are prolonged fever, hepatosplenomegaly and cytopenias. Central nervous system (CNS) symptoms are common. Biochemical markers include elevated triglyceride and ferritin, high levels of the alpha chain of the...
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