Langerhans cell histiocytosis primary prevention

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Overview

  • Complications may include:
  • Diffuse interstitial pulmonary fibrosis
  • Spontaneous pneumothorax
  • Children may also develop:
  • Anemia caused by spreading of the tumors to the bone marrow
  • Diabetes insipidus
  • Lung problems that lead to lung failure
  • Problems with the pituitary gland that lead to growth failure

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