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Neuroblastoma

Neuroblastoma is a malignant tumor of neural crest cells, the cells that give rise to the sympathetic nervous system, which is observed in children.

Lymphopenia

A reduced number of lymphocytes in the blood.

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PMID (PMCID)
14631621	FEMALE
	Pneumocystis carinii pneumonia: a late presentation following treatment for stage IV neuroblastoma.
	Clarke E, Glaser AW, Picton SV. Pediatr Hematol Oncol. 2003;20(6):467-71.
	Standard practice has been to treat patients with prophylactic co-trimoxazole for 3 months after high-dose therapy, but this report highlights the intensity and complexity of current treatment for stage IV neuroblastoma and the need to be aware of prolonged lymphopenia after such treatment.