Case Report: Clinical manifestations of uncommon monogenic disorders: revisiting activated phosphoinositide 3-kinase delta syndrome 2

  • Oded Shamriz
  • , Amarilla Mandola
  • , Amos J. Simon
  • , Atar Lev
  • , Pierre Attal
  • , Chen Nadler
  • , Ortal Barel
  • , Yulia Khavkin
  • , Rachel Eisenberg
  • , Raz Somech
  • , Ori Toker

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Abstract

Aim: Pediatricians are trained to identify recurrent or unusual infections in children, prompting evaluation for inborn errors of immunity (IEI). Some monogenic IEI, however, may present atypically. This study describes our experience with children diagnosed with activated phosphoinositide 3-kinase delta syndrome (APDS2) including unusual presentations. Methods: A retrospective review was conducted on two children diagnosed with APDS2 at Shaare Zedek and Sheba Tel-Hashomer Medical Centers in Israel. Both patients underwent immune assessments, genetic testing, and treatment between 2019 and 2024. Results: Two patients, a 17-year-old female (P1) and a 7-year-old male (P2), were diagnosed with APDS2 after presenting with recurrent juvenile parotitis (P1) and severe lymphadenopathy (P2). Immunologic evaluation revealed hypogammaglobulinemia and combined immune deficiency. Genetic testing identified PIK3R1 variants (c.1425 + 1G > T in P1 and c.1425 + 1G > C in P2). Both received intravenous immunoglobulins and prophylactic antibiotics. P2 was treated with rapamycin, leading to resolution of lymphadenopathy. Conclusion: This report highlights the clinical presentation of APDS2, a rare monogenic IEI in children, including the atypical manifestation of RJP and the common feature of lymphadenopathy. Pediatricians should stay vigilant for red flags of IEI during clinical evaluations, as early diagnosis and multidisciplinary care are crucial for effective management.

Original languageEnglish
Article number1570600
JournalFrontiers in Pediatrics
Volume13
DOIs
StatePublished - 1 Jan 2025
Externally publishedYes

Keywords

  • APDS2
  • PIK3R1
  • combined immune deficiencies
  • inborn errors of immunity
  • primary immune deficiencies (PID)

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Pediatrics, Perinatology, and Child Health

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