Epstein–Barr Virus and Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis

Epstein–Barr virus (EBV) is a ubiquitous virus that infects nearly all people worldwide without serious sequela. However, for patients who have genetic diseases which predispose them to the development of hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis (HLH), EBV infection is a life-threatening problem. As a par...

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Detalles Bibliográficos
Autor principal: Marsh, Rebecca A.
Formato: Online Artículo Texto
Lenguaje:English
Publicado: Frontiers Media S.A. 2018
Materias:
Immunology
Acceso en línea:https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5766650/
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/29358936
http://dx.doi.org/10.3389/fimmu.2017.01902
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Sumario:Epstein–Barr virus (EBV) is a ubiquitous virus that infects nearly all people worldwide without serious sequela. However, for patients who have genetic diseases which predispose them to the development of hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis (HLH), EBV infection is a life-threatening problem. As a part of a themed collection of articles on EBV infection and human primary immune deficiencies, we will review key concepts related to the understanding and treatment of HLH.

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