Chronic neutropenia in LGL leukemia and rheumatoid arthritis.

Chronic neutropenia in LGL leukemia and rheumatoid arthritis. Hematology Am Soc Hematol Educ Program. 2017 Dec 08;2017(1):181-186 Authors: Gazitt T, Loughran TP Abstract This section reviews the diagnostic criteria and pathogenesis of large granular lymphocyte (LGL) leukemia. There is a particular focus on the overlap of LGL leukemia and rheumatoid arthritis (Felty's syndrome). Current understanding of the mechanisms of neutropenia in these disorders is discussed. Finally, treatment indications and therapeutic recommendations are outlined. PMID: 29222254 [PubMed - in process]
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