Work

EBV-driven HIV-associated diffuse large B-cell lymphoma causing profound lactic acidosis

Year: 2014

Type: article

Abstract: ![Figure][1] A 25-year-old male with AIDS (CD4 count, 59/mm3) presented with fever and fatigue. He was thrombocytopenic (platelet count, 9 × 109/L) and had a lactic acid level of 9.0. mmol/L. Examination was notable for hepatosplenomegaly without lymphadenopathy. Lactic acid peaked at >31

Source: Blood

DOI: 10.1182/blood-2014-04-567743

Authors: Bonnie C. Prokesch, Michael U. Shiloh

Institution: The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center

Language: English

Topic: Viral-associated cancers and disorders

Subfield: Oncology

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: green

Funder: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases