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Leukokinetic studies in Mediterranean kala azar
Acta Tropica
|June 1, 1978
Summary
Neutropenia in visceral leishmaniasis (Kala Azar) is linked to shorter granulocyte lifespan and altered distribution. Spleen and liver sequestration, alongside reduced bone marrow reserves, contribute to this condition.
Area of Science:
- Hematology
- Infectious Diseases
- Parasitology
Background:
- Visceral leishmaniasis, also known as Kala Azar, is a severe parasitic disease.
- Neutropenia is a common complication in patients with Kala Azar, but its underlying mechanisms are not fully understood.