Abstract

SERVIOLI, Luisa et al. Blood cytopenias in systemic autoimmune conditions. Arch. Med Int [online]. 2014, vol.36, n. 3, pp.101-109. ISSN 0250-3816.

The hematologic cytopenias are a frequent and potentially dangerous finding in the Systemic Autoimmune Diseases. It may have different etiologies, and for that reason it is important a systematic approach to ensure the correct diagnosis and treatment. In this article, the frequency, etiology, diagnostic approach and treatment of the hematologic cytopenias are reviewed.

Keywords : autoimmune cytopenias; hematologic cytopenias in autoimmune diseases; inflammatory anemia; autoimmune leukopenia; neutropenia in autoimmune diseases.