Clinical features and treatment of Langerhans cell histiocytosis.

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Langerhans cell histiocytosis (LCH) is caused by the expansion of CD1a+/CD207+ cells and is characterised by a wide spectrum of organ involvement and dysfunction, affecting all ages. While almost all organs and systems can be affected, only the involvement and dysfunction of liver, spleen, and haematopoietic system influence survival. The LCH pathogenic cells are defined by universal activation of the...

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