Hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis (HLH) secondary to tropical infections-experience at a tertiary care centre

摘要

FiguresBackground: Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis (HLH) is a rare potentially life-threatening disorder characterized by immune dysregulation, overwhelming immune activation and inflammation. This condition can occur as primary or secondary to infections, autoimmune diseases and malignancies. HLH secondary to infections is an important clinical entity especially in tropical countries. We report our experience of HLH from our hospital.