[Hypereosinophilic syndrome complicated by myelofibrosis]

Rinsho Ketsueki. 1999 May;40(5):420-2.
[Article in Japanese]

Abstract

Hypereosinophilic syndrome (HES) with myelofibrosis was diagnosed in a 36-year-old man on the basis of bone marrow biopsy findings and clinical features. Although the patient was treated with steroid (1 mg/kg), hydroxyurea, and immunosuppressive therapy, eosinophilia persisted. Patients with HES and myelofibrosis are usually unresponsive to antineoplastic agents and/or immunosuppressants. However, cyclosporin may be an effective alternative for such patients.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • English Abstract

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Humans
  • Hypereosinophilic Syndrome / complications*
  • Male
  • Primary Myelofibrosis / complications*