Neutropenia risk factors

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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1] Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Daniel A. Gerber, M.D. [2]

Overview

At-risk populations include those undergoing cytotoxic chemotherapy or other myelosuppressive medications, however a benign form of mild neutropenia is commonly identified in certain ethnicities (blacks, Yemenites, West Indians, Arab Jordanians). This latter group rarely develops complications from their neutropenia.

Risk Factors

  • Medications
  • Hematologic malignancies
  • Autoimmune disorders
  • Infections
  • Black, Yemenite, West Indian, or Arab Jordanian ethnicity

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