Interferon-gamma receptor deficiency mimicking Langerhans' cell histiocytosis.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
Two patients who were initially given a diagnosis of Langerhans' cell histiocytosis on the basis of the clinical, radiologic, and biopsy findings had mycobacterial infection subsequently identified. The correct diagnosis of dominant partial interferon-gamma receptor deficiency was established.
Medical subject headings
- Histiocytosis, Langerhans-Cell
- Receptors, Interferon