Publications by authors named "Beng-Jiang Zhou"
World J Clin Cases
June 2022
Article Synopsis
- Visceral leishmaniasis-related hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis (VL-HLH) is a rare and severe infection that can lead to high mortality rates, especially in nonendemic regions, where timely diagnosis is crucial for effective treatment.
- A case study involving two young girls with repeated fevers and severe symptoms revealed that despite initial treatments for suspected malignancies, they were ultimately diagnosed with VL-HLH through bone marrow examinations that identified specific pathogens.
- The study emphasizes the importance of bone marrow morphology in diagnosing VL-HLH and recommends that such examinations be conducted early and repeatedly in young patients to avoid misdiagnosis and improve treatment outcomes.
