Chronic neutropenia in LGL leukemia and rheumatoid arthritis

Hematology Am Soc Hematol Educ Program. 2017 Dec 8;2017(1):181-186. doi: 10.1182/asheducation-2017.1.181.

Abstract

This section reviews the diagnostic criteria and pathogenesis of large granular lymphocyte (LGL) leukemia. There is a particular focus on the overlap of LGL leukemia and rheumatoid arthritis (Felty's syndrome). Current understanding of the mechanisms of neutropenia in these disorders is discussed. Finally, treatment indications and therapeutic recommendations are outlined.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Felty Syndrome / pathology
  • Felty Syndrome / therapy*
  • Humans
  • Leukemia, Large Granular Lymphocytic / pathology
  • Leukemia, Large Granular Lymphocytic / therapy*
  • Neutropenia / etiology
  • Neutropenia / pathology
  • Neutropenia / therapy*