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Difficult Cases of Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia: A Challenge for the Internal Medicine Specialist
Autoimmune hemolytic anemia (AIHA) is diagnosed in the presence of anemia, hemolysis, and direct antiglobulin test (DAT) positivity with monospecific antisera. Many confounders of anemia and hemolytic markers should be included in the initial workup (i.e.
B. Fattizzo +3 more
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Abstract Background and Objectives The presence of warm autoantibodies (WAAs) complicates pre‐transfusion and compatibility testing. Despite attempts to provide antigen‐matched red blood cells (RBCs), the risk of alloimmunization remains. Rates of alloimmunization and indications for transfusion were reviewed to streamline testing and RBC provision ...
S. Hutspardol +8 more
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Immunological alterations in hepatitis C virus infection [PDF]
A higher prevalence of immunological processes has recently been reported in patients with hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection, focusing the attention of physicians and researchers on the close association between HCV and immune disorders.
Calvaruso, V., Craxi, A.
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ABSTRACT Iptacopan is a first‐in‐class, oral, selective inhibitor of complement factor B that has demonstrated positive efficacy across several complement‐driven diseases. Here we evaluate the efficacy and safety of iptacopan monotherapy in adult patients with primary immune thrombocytopenia (ITP) and primary cold agglutinin disease (CAD). We performed
Alexander Röth +13 more
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Background Autoimmune hemolytic anemia is a rare condition in children. Little is known about its initial presentation and the subsequent progression of the disease.Design and Methods Since 2004, a national observational study has been aiming to ...
Nathalie Aladjidi +19 more
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Rheumatoid Arthritis and Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia as First Manifestation of Rhupus
“Rhupus” syndrome is a rare condition that describes the coexistence of systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) and rheumatoid arthritis (RA), which prevalence among patients with SLE varies from 0.01% to 9.7%.
Alejandra Espinosa-Orantes +4 more
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Histiocytic Sarcoma Associated with Coombs Negative Acute Hemolytic Anemia: A Rare Presentation [PDF]
Histiocytic sarcoma (HS) rarely involves extranodal sites, such as the spleen. We report a unique pediatric case of massive splenomegaly and refractory Coombs negative hemolytic anemia (CNHA) secondary to HS.
Batra, Sandeep +4 more
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Diffuse petechiae and non‐palpable purpura (lower extremities below knee, admission photo). ABSTRACT Immune thrombocytopenia (ITP) is a rare but recognized hematologic complication of tuberculosis (TB), particularly miliary TB. We present a case of a 50‐year‐old female with severe thrombocytopenia and hemorrhagic manifestations secondary to miliary TB.
Hayatu Awel Abdela +3 more
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Autoimmune hemolytic anemia (AIHA) is characterized by shortening of red blood cell (RBC) survival and the presence of autoantibodies directed against autologous RBCs.
Behzad Nazel Khosroshahi +5 more
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Overview of Anemia Among Systemic Lupus Erythematosus Patients in Reproductive Age Women Based on Reticulocyte Hemoglobin Equivalent (RET-He) Level and Reticulocyte Count [PDF]
Background: Anemia is a common manifestation found among patients with Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE). It may be caused by iron-deficiency, autoimmune hemolytic, and chronic inflammation. Each anemia has different therapy approachments.
Ghozali, M. (Mohammad) +3 more
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