Macrophage activation syndrome triggered by systemic lupus erythematosus flare: successful treatment with a combination of dexamethasone sodium phosphate, intravenous immunoglobulin, and cyclosporine: a case report
Abstract Background Macrophage activation syndrome is classified as a secondary form of hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis. It is a hyperinflammatory complication observed to be comorbid with a variety of autoimmune diseases, including adult-onset Still’s disease and systemic juvenile idiopathic art...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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BMC
2021-10-01
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Series: | Journal of Medical Case Reports |
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Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1186/s13256-021-03072-1 |