X-linked agammaglobulinemia: a case report

Zhonghua Yi Xue Za Zhi (Taipei). 1995 Dec;56(6):427-31.

Abstract

A 20-year-old male was admitted with fever and hemoptysis. Agammaglobulinemia was found, with bronchiectasis and sinusitis. Clinical and laboratory evidence included immunological examinations, bone marrow and small intestinal biopsies. Results suggested a diagnosis of X-linked agammaglobulinemia. After treatment with antibiotics and intravenous human immunoglobuline, the clinical symptoms demonstrated progressive improvement. The case is reported along with a review of the literature.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Agammaglobulinemia / genetics*
  • Genetic Linkage*
  • Humans
  • Male
  • X Chromosome*