Hyperimmunoglobulin E syndromes in pediatrics.

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PURPOSE OF REVIEW: The hyper-IgE syndromes (HIES) are primary immunodeficiencies characterized by eczema, sinopulmonary infections, and elevated serum IgE. This review discusses the clinical similarities and differences between the autosomal dominant HIES (AD-HIES) and autosomal recessive HIES (AR-HIES) forms, as well as their causative genetic and pathophysiological mechanisms. RECENT FINDINGS: Over the past 4...

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