Advances in research on childhood neutropenia.
- Author:
Jian-Hua FENG
1
;
Yan QIAN
Author Information
1. Department of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology, First Affiliated Hospital of Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou, Zhejiang 325000, China. wzfjh@126.com.
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- MeSH:
Biomedical Research;
Child;
Humans;
Neutropenia;
classification;
etiology;
therapy
- From:
Chinese Journal of Contemporary Pediatrics
2017;19(4):484-489
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
-
Abstract:
Neutrophils, an important type of human immune cells, are involved in host defense against infections. Neutropenia refers to a group of diseases manifesting as a reduction in the absolute value of mature neutrophils and is often accompanied by an increased risk of bacterial infection. According to etiology and pathogenesis, neutropenia is classified into congenital and acquired neutropenia. This article reviews the current research status and advances in the etiology of neutropenia in children. A deep understanding of the etiology of neutropenia helps to improve the diagnosis and treatment of this disease.
