Author: Bagri, Narendra Kumar; Gupta, Latika; Sen, Ethan S; Ramanan, A V
Title: Macrophage Activation Syndrome in Children: Diagnosis and Management. Cord-id: 66re2ogu Document date: 2021_3_26
ID: 66re2ogu
Snippet: Macrophage activation syndrome is a severe yet under-recognized complication encountered in pediatric rheumatology. It manifests as secondary hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis leading to a hyper-inflammatory state resulting from an underlying cytokine storm. If unchecked, it may lead to multiorgan failure and mortality. Early diagnosis and timely initiation of specific therapy is pivotal for a successful outcome. This review outlines the key clinical and laboratory features and management of ma
Document: Macrophage activation syndrome is a severe yet under-recognized complication encountered in pediatric rheumatology. It manifests as secondary hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis leading to a hyper-inflammatory state resulting from an underlying cytokine storm. If unchecked, it may lead to multiorgan failure and mortality. Early diagnosis and timely initiation of specific therapy is pivotal for a successful outcome. This review outlines the key clinical and laboratory features and management of macrophage activation syndrome.
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