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CC BY-NC-ND 4.0 · Indian J Med Paediatr Oncol 2010; 31(03): 86-88
DOI: 10.4103/0971-5851.73596
CASE REPORT

Hyperleukocytosis in a neonate: A diagnostic dilemma

Sushanth,
K Shreedhara Avabratha
Department of Pediatrics, Father Muller Medical College, Mangalore, Karnataka, India
,
Kiran Joseph Tauro
Department of Pediatrics, Father Muller Medical College, Mangalore, Karnataka, India
,
G K Shwethadri
Department of Pathology, Father Muller Medical College, Mangalore, Karnataka, India
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Abstract

A preterm baby presented with lethargy and tachypnea. Blood counts revealed hyperleukocytosis. Peripheral smear and bone marrow examination were not suggestive of leukemia. The baby was treated for sepsis. The baby recovered and WBC counts gradually reduced. Hyperleukocytosis was presumed to be a part of leukemoid reaction secondary to sepsis. The diagnostic possibilities with a review of literature are also presented.

Keywords

Congenital leukemia - hyperleukocytosis - leukemoid reaction - transient myeloproliferative disorder


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19 November 2021

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