Chediak-Higashi syndrome

Chediak-Higashi syndrome
  • Facts:
    Defect in microtubule polymerization
  • History / PE:
    Mild coagulopathy
    Hepatosplenomegaly
    Frequent bacterial infections
  • Diagnosis:
    Neutrophils with giant lysosomes
    Pancytopenia
  • Treatment:
    Daily bactrim
    Daily ascorbic acid
  • Associated With:
    Oculocutaneous albinism



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August 6th 2010