Langerhans cell histiocytosis secondary prevention

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Overview

• Complications may include:

• Diffuse interstitial pulmonary fibrosis
• Spontaneous pneumothorax

• Children may also develop:

• Anemia caused by spreading of the tumors to the bone marrow
• Diabetes insipidus
• Lung problems that lead to lung failure
• Problems with the pituitary gland that lead to growth failure

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