Macrophage activation syndrome
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Macrophage activation syndrome is a severe, potentially life-threatening, complication of several chronic rheumatic diseases of childhood. It occurs most commonly with systemic-onset juvenile idiopathic arthritis (SoJIA). In addition, MAS has been described in association with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), Kawasaki disease, and adult-onset Still's disease. It is thought to be closely related and pathophysiologically very similar to reactive (secondary) hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis (HLH).[1] The incidence of MAS is unknown as there is a wide spectrum of clinical manifestations, and episodes may remain unrecognized.
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Other names | MAS |
Specialty | Rheumatology |
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