Peripheral hemophagocytosis: A rapid clue to severe sepsis and hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis

A 42-day-old girl, born at 36 weeks of gestation with a birth weight of 2.1  kg, was referred to our hospital from a neighboring country with complaints of 10 days of persistent fever, anemia, and severe thrombocytopenia. Initial physical examination findings revealed jaundice and significant hepatosplenomegaly. Vital signs were stable, and no oxygen was required. Complete blood count, after recent red cell and platelet transfusions, revealed hemoglobin 9.0 g/dL, WBC 22.57 × 109/L, and platelet 11 × 109/L.
Source: Pediatrics and Neonatology - Category: Perinatology & Neonatology Authors: Tags: Images Source Type: research