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Conversely, multivariable analysis adjusted for etiology demonstrated no association between etoposide and IVIG use, and mortality. Twenty\u2010one studies (total patients = 278) had detailed information on PICU therapies. Mechanical ventilation (MV), continuous renal replacement therapy, and inotropes were used in 107 (38.5%), 66 (23.7%), and 51 patients (18.3%), respectively. Need for MV was associated with increased risk of mortality (mean difference = 28%, 95% CI: 9\u201347).<\/jats:p><\/jats:sec><jats:sec><jats:title>Conclusion<\/jats:title><jats:p>Critically ill children with HLH have high mortality rates and require substantial PICU support. 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