Agranulocytosis secondary to zinc excess: Clinically relevant observations, including response to G‐CSF and oral copper

Agranulocytosis secondary to zinc excess: Clinically relevant observations, including response to G‐CSF and oral copper

Abstract Anemia and leukopenia because of copper deficiency can be mistaken for myelodysplasia. Key issues, including response to G‐CSF and oral copper, are discussed. This case illustrates a significant deleterious effect of excessive zinc consumption.

Bibliographic Details
Main Authors: Paul L. Weiden, Marlowe Dunker, David J. Corwin
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Wiley 2020-12-01
Series:Clinical Case Reports
Subjects:
acute medicine
haematology
toxicology
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1002/ccr3.3301
Description
Summary:Abstract Anemia and leukopenia because of copper deficiency can be mistaken for myelodysplasia. Key issues, including response to G‐CSF and oral copper, are discussed. This case illustrates a significant deleterious effect of excessive zinc consumption.
ISSN:2050-0904

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