Abstract
Combined immunodeficiencies (CIDs) are the result of defective development or function of T cells. As the most severe form of primary immunodeficiency disorders (PID), CIDs are characterized by a susceptibility to infection, particularly from opportunistic organisms, which leads to severe morbidity and mortality. A subpopulation of patients has additional syndromic features caused by the function of the affected gene beyond the immune system. In this chapter, we will focus on nonsyndromic CIDs.
Original language | English |
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Title of host publication | Inborn Errors of Immunity |
Subtitle of host publication | A Practical Guide |
Publisher | Elsevier |
Chapter | 2 |
Pages | 9-39 |
Number of pages | 31 |
ISBN (Electronic) | 9780128210284 |
ISBN (Print) | 9780128231890 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 1 Jan 2021 |
Externally published | Yes |
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