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Severe Combined Immunodeficiency—Classification, Microbiology Association and Treatment

Year: 2023

Type: article

Abstract: Severe combined immunodeficiency (SCID) is a primary inherited immunodeficiency disease that presents before the age of three months and can be fatal. It is usually due to opportunistic infections caused by bacteria, viruses, fungi, and protozoa resulting in a decrease in number and impairment in the function of T and B cells. Autosomal, X-linked, and sporadic forms exist. Evidence of recurrent opportunistic infections and lymphopenia very early in life should prompt immunological investigation and suspicion of this rare disorder. Adequate stem cell transplantation is the treatment of choice. This review aimed to provide a comprehensive approach to the microorganisms associated with severe combined immunodeficiency (SCID) and its management. We describe SCID as a syndrome and summarize the different microorganisms that affect children and how they can be investigated and treated.

Source: Microorganisms

DOI: 10.3390/microorganisms11061589

Authors: Angel A. Justiz-Vaillant, Darren Gopaul, Patrick Eberechi Akpaka, Sachin Soodeen, Rodolfo Arozarena Fundora

Institutions: University of the West Indies, Port of Spain General Hospital

Language: English

Topic: Immunodeficiency and Autoimmune Disorders

Subfield: Immunology

Field: Immunology and Microbiology

Domain: Life Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $2,447