Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis Following COVID-19 Infection.
Journal: Cureus
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Abstract
Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), caused by severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), has been associated with multiple inflammatory symptoms involving several organ systems, including hematologic manifestations. Hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis (HLH) is a life-threatening syndrome caused by excessive inflammation in the absence of immune regulation. We present the case of a patient with HLH secondary to dysregulated inflammatory response following COVID-19; we also describe the diagnostic and management challenges associated with the condition.
Authors
Guarina Molina, Rafael Contreras, Kyle Coombes, Thilini Walgamage, Maria Perozo, Martha Desbiens
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