Hepatitis E virus-associated haemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis

ABSTRACT

We report the first documented case of hepatitis E virus-associated haemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis. This case emphasizes the fact that infectious agents other than those classically described should be taken into consideration as a potential trigger of virus-associated haemophagocytic syndrome. Prompt recognition is crucial to start early treatment of the underlying infection and possibly improve the outcome of this frequently fatal syndrome.

KEYWORDS:

• Hepatitis E Virus
• haemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis
• virus-associated Haemophagocytic Syndrome
• central Nerve System Infection

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