A Case of Systemic Lupus Erythematosus Complicated by Secondary Evans Syndrome

Evans syndrome (ES) is a condition that describes the development of multiple cytopenias, including autoimmune hemolytic anemia (AIHA), immune thrombocytopenia (ITP), and autoimmune neutropenia (AIN). ES can be idiopathic or caused by an underlying condition, known as secondary ES. While secondary ES is associated with increased morbidity and mortality, any diagnosis of ES confers a poor prognosis. In this case report, we describe a young male patient diagnosed with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) and secondary ES that was complicated by multiple relapses and subsequent infections, bleeding events, and thrombotic events that ultimately led to the passing of the patient.