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  • Genetics

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  • Primary antibody deficiencies (PADs) involve impaired antibody production, affecting B-cell development or maturation.
  • PADs manifest at any age with recurrent sinopulmonary, gastrointestinal, and opportunistic infections.
  • Management requires multidisciplinary collaboration for monitoring comorbidities like atopic, autoimmune, and malignant conditions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To summarize the characteristics, diagnosis, and management of primary antibody deficiencies.
  • To highlight the importance of genetic testing for definitive diagnosis and personalized treatment.
  • To underscore the need for comprehensive patient monitoring for associated complications.

Main Methods:

  • Review of clinical presentations, diagnostic criteria, and treatment modalities for PADs.
  • Emphasis on immunoglobulin and lymphocyte level evaluation, antibody response assessment.
  • Inclusion of genetic testing as a definitive diagnostic tool.

Main Results:

  • Patients present with recurrent infections and are at risk for opportunistic infections.
  • Genetic defects are identified in many PADs, though some remain unknown.
  • Diagnosis relies on immunological assays and genetic testing, guiding management.

Conclusions:

  • Early diagnosis and multidisciplinary management are crucial for patients with PADs.
  • Genetic testing provides definitive diagnosis, informs prognosis, and aids family planning.
  • Treatment strategies include prophylaxis, immunoglobulin replacement, and hematopoietic stem cell transplantation for select cases.