Prevention of Infectious Complications in Patients With Chronic Granulomatous Disease

J Pediatric Infect Dis Soc. 2018 May 9;7(suppl_1):S25-S30. doi: 10.1093/jpids/piy016.

Abstract

Chronic granulomatous disease (CGD) is a primary immunodeficiency that confers a markedly increased risk of bacterial and fungal infections caused by certain opportunistic pathogens. Current evidence supports the use of prophylactic antibacterial, antifungal, and immunomodulatory therapies designed to prevent serious or life-threatening infections in patients with CGD. In this review, we discuss current strategies for the prevention of infections in children and adults with CGD and the evidence that supports those strategies. In addition, we address current challenges and opportunities for future research in this important area.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Anti-Bacterial Agents / therapeutic use
  • Antibiotic Prophylaxis*
  • Antifungal Agents / therapeutic use*
  • Bacterial Infections / etiology
  • Bacterial Infections / prevention & control*
  • Granulomatous Disease, Chronic / complications*
  • Humans
  • Interferon-gamma / therapeutic use*
  • Mycoses / etiology
  • Mycoses / prevention & control*

Substances

  • Anti-Bacterial Agents
  • Antifungal Agents
  • Interferon-gamma