Hyperleukocytosis associated pulmonary leukostasis in acute leukaemia.
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in En
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ABSTRACT
Leukostasis is a fatal complication in granulocytic leukaemia. Brain and lung are most commonly involved organs in leukostasis. In the lung, the clinical presentation simulates infections and haemorrhagic complications of acute leukaemia. Being a medical emergency, early recognition of leukostasis and initiation of therapy prevents mortality.
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Main subject:
Humans
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Male
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Leukemia
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Adolescent
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Leukostasis
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Leukocytosis
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Lung Diseases
Language:
En
Year:
2006
Type:
Article