Pediatric acute B-lymphoblastic leukemia presenting as hypereosinophilia
with lung involvement and elevated IgE levels; a case report.
Abstract
Acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) is a rare cause of hypereosinophilia
(HE). We present a case of B-ALL and HE-associated lung inflammation to
shed light on the diagnostic challenges in this rare entity. Bone marrow
examination in the context of persistent HE is crucial, even in the
absence of other cellular morphological abnormalities in the peripheral
blood. This form of ALL is associated with severe complications and
inferior outcome due to HE-induced organ damage, therefore a quick
initiation of therapy is essential. Furthermore, reports of higher
incidence of thromboembolic complications merit careful monitoring
during therapy and evaluation of prophylactic measures.