Severe pneumococcal disease and temporary splenic dysfunction.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
We report a patient presenting with pneumonia in whom temporary splenic dysfunction was diagnosed by counting pitted red blood cells. This under-recognised condition caused a transient immunosuppression which may have had serious implications for our patient's recovery.
Medical subject headings
- Pneumonia, Pneumococcal
- Spleen