Griscelli syndrome type 2: A rare case report of pediatric immunodeficiency and neurological implications

GS, identified in 1978, is a rare autosomal recessive disorder marked by partial albinism and immunodeficiency, with around 160 cases primarily from the Mediterranean. It comprises 3 types: GS1, GS2, and GS3, each with unique genetic and clinical features. GS1 exhibits partial albinism and neurological issues without immune effects due to MYO5A mutations. GS2 presents severe immunodeficiency and risks such as hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis linked to RAB27A mutations. GS3, caused by melanophilin gene mutations, has a better prognosis. Diagnosis involves hair microscopy and genetic testing, and while supportive treatments exist, early diagnosis is vital for improved outcomes. GS is a rare genetic disorder with varied symptoms, categorized into 3 types, requiring genetic testing for diagnosis and treatment ranging from management to stem cell transplantation.

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Medicine
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2026-01-02
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https://doi.org/10.1097/md.0000000000046420
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Autoimmune and Inflammatory Disorders Research
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Griscelli syndrome type 2: A rare case report of pediatric immunodeficiency and neurological implications

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Griscelli syndrome type 2: A rare case report of pediatric immunodeficiency and neurological implications

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GS, identified in 1978, is a rare autosomal recessive disorder marked by partial albinism and immunodeficiency, with around 160 cases primarily from the Mediterranean. It comprises 3 types: GS1, GS2, and GS3, each with unique genetic and clinical features. GS1 exhibits partial albinism and neurological issues without immune effects due to MYO5A mutations. GS2 presents severe immunodeficiency and risks such as hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis linked to RAB27A mutations. GS3, caused by melanophilin gene mutations, has a better prognosis. Diagnosis involves hair microscopy and genetic testing, and while supportive treatments exist, early diagnosis is vital for improved outcomes. GS is a rare genetic disorder with varied symptoms, categorized into 3 types, requiring genetic testing for diagnosis and treatment ranging from management to stem cell transplantation.

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