Type II bare lymphocyte syndrome: role of peripheral blood flow cytometry and utility of stem cell transplant in treatment

J Pediatr Hematol Oncol. 2015 May;37(4):e245-9. doi: 10.1097/MPH.0000000000000278.

Abstract

Major histocompatibility complex class II (MHCII) deficiency is a rare autosomal recessive immunodeficiency disorder characterized by lack of expression of MHCII molecules, causing defective CD4 lymphocyte function and an impaired immune response. Clinical manifestations include susceptibility to severe bacterial, viral, and fungal infections which can lead to failure to thrive and childhood death. The only definitive treatment to date is allogeneic stem cell transplantation. Here, we share our experience of 2 patients who presented with MHCII deficiency. We will discuss the role of diagnostic modalities and stem cell transplantation.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • CD4-CD8 Ratio
  • Flow Cytometry / methods*
  • Graft vs Host Disease
  • Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation* / adverse effects
  • Humans
  • Infant
  • Male
  • Severe Combined Immunodeficiency / immunology
  • Severe Combined Immunodeficiency / therapy*

Supplementary concepts

  • Bare lymphocyte syndrome 2