C51 CRITICAL CARE: MORE NON-PULMONARY CRITICAL CARE PROBLEMS: Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis In Critical Illness: A Retrospective Chart Review

• Published in: American journal of respiratory and critical care medicine Vol. 195
• Main Authors: Hermann, E, Li, J, Abrams, D C, Agerstrand, C, Eisenberger, A, O'Donnell, M R
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: New York American Thoracic Society 01.01.2017
• Subjects: Critical care; Illnesses; Lymphatic diseases; New York; United States > US

Introduction Hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis (HLH) is a rare syndrome characterized by activation of T lymphocytes and macrophages, resulting in a cytokine storm and multi-system organ failure, often requiring management in the intensive care setting. Because the treatment of HLH may include targ...