#c1 esterase inhibitor

[medicaregate]

Acquired Angioedema | Causes, Symptoms & Treatments

Acquired angioedema (AAE) is defined as a deficiency in the C1 esterase inhibitor.

It is a rare disorder characterized by recurring angioedema without urticaria that may be linked to lymphoproliferative disorders (LPD).

Acquired angioedema is classified into two types: AAE-I and AAE-II.

AAE results from an acquired deficiency of (C1-INH), which can be caused by consumption (type 1) or inactivation (type 2).

This increased catabolism can be caused by an autoimmune disorder (such as systemic lupus erythematosus) or a malignant tumor (such as lymphoma).

The primary symptom is swelling usually affects the face, mouth, and upper airways which can be severe. Itching and urticaria don’t occur.

Clinicians should suspect acquired C1 inhibitor deficiency or hereditary angioedema if angioedema is not accompanied by urticaria, recurs without apparent cause, or is triggered by local trauma.

Hereditary angioedema (types 1 and 2) or acquired C1 inhibitor deficiency is confirmed by: –

Low C4 levels, even between episodes.

Decreased C1 inhibitor level or function.

Treatment options include: –

Plasma-derived or recombinant C1-INH for acute attacks.

Icatibant which alleviate AAE symptoms and was well tolerated.

Ecallantide is used in the treatment of AAE and is also considered another treatment option for patients who have developed resistance to C1-INH replacement.

Fresh frozen plasma (FFP) may be used if neither of these treatments is available.

Read more at: https://medicaregate.com/acquired-angioedema-causes-symptoms-treatments/

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Hereditary Angioedema Therapeutics Market Growth Trajectory Through 2024-2033

The Hereditary Angioedema Therapeutics Global Market Report 2024 by The Business Research Company provides market overview across 60+ geographies in the seven regions - Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, the Middle East, and Africa, encompassing 27 major global industries. The report presents a comprehensive analysis over a ten-year historic period (2010-2021) and extends its insights into a ten-year forecast period (2023-2033). Learn More On The Hereditary Angioedema Therapeutics Market: https://www.thebusinessresearchcompany.com/report/hereditary-angioedema-therapeutics-global-market-report According to The Business Research Company’s Hereditary Angioedema Therapeutics Global Market Report 2024, The hereditary angioedema therapeutics market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $5.74 billion in 2023 to $6.76 billion in 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 17.6%. The hereditary angioedema therapeutics market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $13.47 billion in 2028 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 18.8%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to advancements in targeted therapies, global market expansion, gene therapy developments, personalized medicine trends, collaboration in research and treatment.. The rising prevalence of hereditary angioedema is expected to propel the growth of the hereditary angioedema market going forward. Hereditary angioedema (HAE) is a rare genetic disorder characterized by recurrent episodes of severe swelling of the skin and mucous membranes. The swelling is caused by excess fluid build-up (EDEMA) and can occur anywhere in the body, including the hands and feet, face, intestines, and airways. Get A Free Sample Of The Report (Includes Graphs And Tables): https://www.thebusinessresearchcompany.com/sample.aspx?id=10810&type=smp The hereditary angioedema therapeutics market covered in this report is segmented – 1) By Drug Class: C1 Esterase Inhibitor, Selective Bradykinin B2 Receptor Antagonist, Kallikrein Inhibitor, Other Drug Classes 2) By Route of Administration: Intravenous, Subcutaneous, Oral 3) By Distribution Channel: Hospital Pharmacy, Retail Pharmacy, Other Distribution Channels 4) By Application: Prophylaxis, On-demand Product innovations are a key trend gaining popularity in the hereditary angioedema therapeutics market. Major companies operating in the hereditary angioedema therapeutics market are developing innovative products such as ligand-conjugated (LICA) investigational antisense medicine and gene therapy to sustain their position in the market. The hereditary angioedema therapeutics market report table of contents includes: 1. Executive Summary 2. Market Characteristics 3. Market Trends And Strategies 4. Impact Of COVID-19 5. Market Size And Growth 6. Segmentation 7. Regional And Country Analysis . . . 27. Competitive Landscape And Company Profiles 28. Key Mergers And Acquisitions 29. Future Outlook and Potential Analysis Contact Us: The Business Research Company Europe: +44 207 1930 708 Asia: +91 88972 63534 Americas: +1 315 623 0293 Email: info@tbrc.info Follow Us On: LinkedIn: https://in.linkedin.com/company/the-business-research-company    Twitter: https://twitter.com/tbrc_info   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheBusinessResearchCompany   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC24_fI0rV8cR5DxlCpgmyFQ   Blog: https://blog.tbrc.info/   Healthcare Blog: https://healthcareresearchreports.com/   Global Market Model: https://www.thebusinessresearchcompany.com/global-market-model  

[omkarpatel]

Angioedema Treatment Market is Estimated to Witness High Growth Owing to Opportunity in Unmet Medical Needs

Angioedema is a transient localized edema of the dermis, mucosa, and submucosa caused by vascular leakage. The condition can be hereditary, acquired or idiopathic in nature. Angioedema affects the deep layers of the skin and mucous membranes in the digestive and respiratory tracts. Symptoms vary depending on the location and severity but may include swelling of the face, lips, throat, hands or feet and intestinal swelling which causes pain, nausea and vomiting. Currently available drugs for the treatment of angioedema are C1 esterase inhibitors which control acute HAE attacks but inadequate supply and high costs limit their use. The global Angioedema Treatment Market is estimated to be valued at US$ 470.4 Mn in 2023 and is expected to exhibit a CAGR of 4.1% over the forecast period 2023 to 2030, as highlighted in a new report published by Coherent Market Insights. Market Opportunity: The growing unmet medical needs in the management of angioedema symptoms provide immense opportunities for new drug manufacturers. Currently available C1 esterase inhibitors have drawbacks such as short shelf life, insufficient supply and high costs which limit their availability to patients. There is a need for affordable and effective treatment options for long term prophylaxis and management of swelling symptoms. Development of new drug delivery formulations, biosimilars and generic versions of current therapies can help expand treatment access and reduce healthcare burden in managing this rare disease condition. This presents lucrative opportunities for angioedema drug manufacturers to develop better and affordable treatment solutions. Porter's Analysis Threat of new entrants: The angioedema treatment market has moderate threat of new entrants due to significant investment required for R&D and presence of established players. However, scope for new treatments provide opportunities. Bargaining power of buyers: Buyers have moderate bargaining power due to availability of few treatment options. Switching costs are low for buyers. Bargaining power of suppliers: Suppliers have low to moderate bargaining power as there are many suppliers for raw materials. Requirements are commodity products. Threat of new substitutes: Threat of substitution is low as there are limited treatment options available for angioedema. Competitive rivalry: The competitive rivalry is high due to presence of large players. Companies compete based on treatment innovations and cost effectiveness. SWOT Analysis Strength: Established distribution channel and brand recognition provide advantage to large players. Wide range of treatment portfolio enables revenue generation. Weakness: High R&D costs and regulatory approvals increase treatment costs. Dependency on few drug classes results in limitedtreatment options. Opportunity: Growing patient population suffering from hereditary angioedema and allergic angioedema provide growth opportunity. Scope for new treatment innovations. Threats: Patent expiries of blockbuster drugs and price control measures impact revenues. Stringent regulations for new drug approvals. Key Takeaways The global angioedema treatment market is expected to witness high growth over the forecast period of 2023 to 2030 led by increasing prevalence of angioedema. Regional analysis - North America dominates the global market and is expected to maintain its position over the forecast period due to growing awareness about treatment and availability of advanced healthcare systems. However, Asia Pacific is expected to grow at fastest pace due to improving healthcare infrastructure and economic growth. Key players operating in the angioedema treatment market are Bayer AG, Zoetis Inc., Boehringer Ingelheim GmbH, Merck & Co., Inc., Virbac S.A., Ceva Santé Animale, Elanco Animal Health, Bimeda, Aurobindo Pharma Limited, and Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd. Bayer AG dominates the global market due to wide product portfolio and geographic presence. Players compete based on expanding indications and new drug approvals.

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[moleculardepot]

Human C1 Esterase Inhibitor Depleted Plasma

Human C1 Esterase Inhibitor Depleted Plasma Catalog number: B2012624 Lot number: Batch Dependent Expiration Date: Batch dependent Amount: 5 mL Molecular Weight or Concentration: <0.01 IU/ml Supplied as: Solution Applications: molecular tool for various biochemical applications Storage: -20°C Keywords: Human C1 Inhibitor Depleted Plasma Grade: Biotechnology grade. All products are highly pure. All…

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hyejoo goes to the hospital because she gets rashes on her lips regularly..? 😭

[doctorfoxtor]

YOU WANT A HOT BODY YOU WANT A BUGATTI YOU WANT A MASERATI YOU BETTER WORK BITCH

100 days of productivity

day 42 + 43

CVS/RS

COPD w/ serum eosinophilia = likely to respond to steroids! → grey area between COPD and asthma

other steroid responsive features: ≥20% diurnal variation in PEFR, ≥400 ml variation in FEV1 over time, previous h/o atopy/asthma

also, if need to add a long-acting inhaler and pt is taking SAMA, switch the SAMA to SABA first then add either LABA+LAMA (no steroid-responsive fx) or LABA+ICS (steroid-responsive fx)

place an ICD for parapneumonic effusion if fluid is frankly turbid, or if clear fluid stain/culture is positive, or if pH <7.2

Lofgren syndrome: acute sarcoidosis w/ b/l hilar nodes, fever, erythema nodosum and polyarthralgia

normal rhythm variants in athletes include sinus brady, first degree block, type 1 second degree and even junctional rhythm

Ivabradine Inhibits I-funny Ion channels to help angIna but also causes funny I (eye) problems

multiple rapidly resolving episodes of breathlessness/chest tightness after tx for ACS → did pt get ticagrelor? it can cause temporary accumulation of adenosine which is a bronchoconstrictor

CNS/Ophthal/Psych

AACG vs uveitis: AACG = mid-dilated pupil w/ hazy cornea w/ severe pain and haloes; ant uveitis = fixed miotic pupil w/ ciliary flush ± hypopyon

myasthenia-precipitating drugs: My Partner supports LGBTQ (Macrolides, Procainamide/Penicillamine*, Lithium, Gentamicin, Beta-blockers, Tetracyclines, Quinonlones/Quinidine) (*NOT penicillins!)

blepharitis assoc w/ meibomian gland dysfn, seborrhoeic dermatosis, S aureus, rosacea

Endocrine/Repro

SGLT2is can cause either hyperglycaemic or euglycaemic DKA by causing dehydration from osmotic diuresis; if euglycaemia is present, it is bc of glucose wasting in urine

Hashimoto's is specifically link to thyroid MALToma, characterised by marginal B-cells on histology

toxic multinodular goitre → radioiodine, NOT surgery

Pendred sd → borderline hypothyroidism (often euthyroid w/ small goitre) w/ progressive B/L SNHL

Rheum/Derm/Immuno

achondroplasia: homozygotes do not survive past few months of life, so adults with achondroplasia are obligate heterozygotes

systemic mastocytosis: urticaria pigmentosa (itchy nonbleeding truncal red-brown papules) with Darier sign (palpation of paps makes surrounding skin erythematous and itchy/rubbing produces wheals); urine histamine → skin biopsy if inconclusive

IL-1 mainly produced by macrophages

Raynaud is only seen in type 1 cryo and is associated with monoclonal globulinopathies (myeloma/Waldenström)

flexural/face psoriasis: 1st ONLY steroids 2nd vitamin D, tacro 3rd coal tar

drugs for hereditary angiooedema: exogenous C1-esterase inhibitor, icatibant (bradykinin antag), ecallantide (kallikrein inactivator), FFP, danazol (prophylactic)

GIT/Renal

dyspepsia causing drugs: acid producing/ulcerative - NSAIDs, steroids; GERD - bisphosphonates, Ca channel blockers, nitrates, methylxanthines

lactulose can worsen bloating ssx in IBS—to avoid in IBS

idiopathic membranous gnitis → anti-phospholipase A2 Abs

duloxetine can actually be used for stress incontinence if pelvic floor exercise don't work out

Onc/Haem

citrate is also used in stored plasma, so hypocalcaemia is just as much a complication in plasma exchange

factor V Leiden makes factor V resistant to protein C

lymphohistiocytic variant of RS cell is seen in lymphocyte predominant HD

ID

Lyme: ELISA is screening, immunoblot is confirmatory

Japanese B encephalitis: fever, AMS, seizures, and characteristically parkinsonism; serology; supportive care

Pharm/Toxo

only antiepileptics not safe in breastfeeding are barbiturates

IFN-alpha uses: hep B, hep C, Kaposi, metastatic RCC, hairy cell leukaemia

Genetics

Friedrich's ataxia: AR adolescent ataxiGAA, cerebellar/spinocerebellar tract dysfunction, optic atrophy, absent deep reflexes but extensor plantars, HOCM, diabetes, arched palate

Ataxia-telangiectasia: AR toddler ataxia, double strand break repair, cerebellar dysfunction, IgA deficiency, lymphomas/leukaemias, AV malformations (including telangiectasias)

if an AFAB person develops X-linked disorders, also rule out Turner syndrome

[puppyrazzi]

Lite life Update for you all. I've been in the hospital for a week because I started throwing up, not being able to eat, with intense abdominal pain. My blood work had shown a lactate of 5 two weeks ago and 3.6(should be under 2.2) a week ago. A week ago my CRP raised to 14mg/L, then 18, then 20, and now it's 31 mg/l(should be below 3 ideally and should be below 8 in general). It's not insanely raised but it is constantly going upwards. My calcium is a bit low at 2.07mmol/l(should be between 2.1-2.6). My C1 Esterase Inhibitor (functional) is 2.13 (should be between 0.8-1.25). We are waiting on a few tests from Friday to come back. Currently they think maybe Crohn's disease, chronic pancreatitis, something like lupus, or some other odd thing. Tomorrow I talk to the GI specialist and we will probably do a gastroscopy and a colonoscopy and a gastric emptying study in the next week. Fingers crossed it's something treatable.

Asks on any topic are appreciated!

Right now my brother and my boyfriend are rotating watching Sam. My brother sent me this photo just now and it's super cute. He likes to just hang out on my brother's bed.

[poonamcmi]

Immune system-related Hereditary Angioedema (HAE) is a rare condition. Lack of C1-esterase inhibitor (C1-INH) results in the blood vessels widening, which is what causes the life-threatening condition. Recurrent episodes of edoema in various body parts, such as the hands, feet, face, and airways, are among the disease's symptoms. Based on the decrease in its synthesis of an inhibitor or anti-inhibitor, HAE is divided into three types: Type I HAE, Type II HAE, and Type III HAE.

Read More @ https://delightblogging.blogspot.com/2022/08/hereditary-angioedema-disorder-that.html

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High Drug Costs And Poor Disease Diagnosis Are Some Of The Factors Impeding The Development Of The Hereditary Angioedema Market During The Forecast Time Frame

Hereditary angioedema (HAE) is a rare immune-related condition. The potentially fatal condition is caused by a lack of C1-esterase inhibitor (C1-INH), which causes blood vessels to dilate. The disease's symptoms include recurring episodes of edoema in various body parts such as the hands, feet, face, and airways. Based on the reduction in inhibitor synthesis or the formation of a dysfunctional protein, HAE is classified into three types: Type I HAE, Type II HAE, and Type III HAE. Although the condition is hereditary, the absence of a family history does not rule out the diagnosis of HAE, as up to 25% of HAE cases are caused by a spontaneous mutation of the C1-inhibitor gene at conception.

Surging population, lifestyle changes, improved reimbursement policies, and increased efforts from pharmaceutical companies and biotechnology organisations to develop new products and solutions for the market are expected to boost market income for Hereditary Angioedema in the coming years. Nonetheless, high drug costs and poor disease diagnosis are some of the factors impeding the development of the Hereditary Angioedema market during the forecast time frame. The Hereditary Angioedema Association anticipates playing a critical role in the dissemination of new treatments on the global market. They have additionally attempted to raise awareness about items and bolster benefits required by HAE patients, which is expected to result in positive growth in the Hereditary Angioedema Market.

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Global Plasma Protease C1-inhibitor Treatment Market by Type, By Region, By Application and Forecast To 2029

The global Plasma Protease C1 Inhibitor Treatment Market is dominated by a small number of companies. Due to rising product approvals, the plasma protease C1-inhibitor therapy market is likely to develop significantly throughout the forecast period. For example, in June 2017, CSL Behring, a worldwide biopharmaceutical company, acquired FDA approval for HAEGARDA (C1 Esterase Inhibitor Subcutaneous (Human)), the first and only subcutaneous medication authorised for routine prophylaxis to prevent HAE attacks in adolescent and adult patients.

Another factor driving the growth of the Plasma Protease C1 Inhibitor Treatment Market is the increased attention of major biopharmaceutical companies on the development of C1-inhibitor therapies/ medicines. For example, on October 31, 2019, Ionis Pharmaceuticals, Inc. began a phase 2 clinical trial to assess the clinical efficacy, safety, and tolerability of IONIS-PKK-LRx in participants with hereditary angioedema (HAE) type 1 (HAE-1), HAE type 2 (HAE-2), or HAE with normal C1-inhibitor (C1-INH), as well as to assess the effect of IONIS-PKK-LRx

Read more @ https://creativeedge16.blogspot.com/2021/11/plasma-protease-c1-inhibitor-treatment.html

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Human C1 Inhibitor Antibody

Human C1 Inhibitor Antibody

Human C1 Inhibitor Antibody Catalog number: B2011184 Lot number: Batch Dependent Expiration Date: Batch dependent Amount: 1.0 mg Molecular Weight or Concentration: > 4.5 mg/mL Supplied as: Solution Applications: molecular tool for various biochemical applications Storage: 2-8 °C Keywords: C1-inhibitor antibody, C1 esterase inhibitor antibody Grade: Biotechnology grade. All products are highly…

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Going through questions:

Chédiak–Higashi syndrome[1] (CHS) is a rare autosomal recessive disorder that arises from a mutation of a lysosomal trafficking regulator protein,[2] which leads to a decrease in phagocytosis. The decrease in phagocytosis results in recurrent pyogenic infections, albinism, and peripheral neuropathy.

Defect in neutrophil phagosome-lysosome fusion. Pyogenic bacteria = staph, strep, pneumococcus.

Cytotoxic (CD8+) T cells have a PD-1 receptor. Tumor cells can express programmed death ligand-1 (PD-L1), which binds to the PD-1 receptors on cytotoxic T cells. PD-L1 binding to the PD-1 receptor prevents cytotoxic T cells from doing their apoptotic function. This is how cancer cells evade destruction by cytotoxic T cells. The binding of PD-L1 to PD-1 receptor causes T cell exhaustion (inability of the T cell to induce apoptosis). Monoclonal antibodies against PD-1 or PD-L1 prevent PD-L1 interaction with PD-1 receptor, so cancer cells can't evade cytotoxic T cell destruction. Pembrolizumab, nivolizumab = PD-1 antibodies. Atezolizumab = PD-L1 antibody.

T lymphocytes release interferon gamma, which activates macrophages to express MHC-> Th1 differentiation. Viral and bacterial infection result in interferon gamma release from T lymphocytes and NK cells. Interferon Gamma Release Assay (IGRA) tests for latent TB; measures amount of interferon gamma released by T lymphs in response to M. tuberculosis antigens; measures cell-mediated immunity.

Mast cells release tryptase. Tryptase is released by mast cells in anaphylactic reactions. Serum tryptase level is used to diagnose anaphylaxis after the pt is stabilized.

The FceRI IgE on mast cells and basophils bind to the Fc portion of circulating IgE antibodies. Antigen binds to multiple IgEs, which causes aggregation of the FceRI receptors (the IgEs on basophils and mast cells)-> degranulation of histamine and tryptase from basophils and mast cells. Ok so this is more complex than I remember learning. I thought it was the IgEs that aggregate. It's specifically the FceRIs (high affinity IgEs) that aggregate. FceRI receptor on mast cells bind to the circulating IgEs. The the FceRIs aggregate via the antigen and that causes degranulation. Aggregation of the FceRIs activates a tyrosine kinase, which then causes degranulation.

Question 14 of my first immunology quiz has an explanation I want to draw a table from

Etanercept is a TNF-alpha inhibitor it links the Fc portion of human IgG1 to soluble TNF alpha receptors, functioning as a fusion protein. It functions as a decoy receptor, which binds all TNF alpha to keep it from binding to TNF alpha receptors. It treats rheumatoid arthritis when MTX fails to work.

Question 13 also has a figure I want to copy.

Azathioprine and mycophenolate inhibit nucleotide synthesis. This prevents B cells and T cells from proliferating. These are immunosuppresants. Azathioprine-> 6 mercaptopurine-> 6 Thioguanine active metabolites; the Thioguauanine metabolites inhibit purine synthesis. If you can't replicate your DNA/RNA, you can't reproduce, so azathioprine prevents B and T cells from proliferating. Activated T lymphs make IL-2, so less IL-2 will be made as well. Immunoglobulins come from plasma cells, which form from B cells. So azathioprine also reduces immunoglobulins (because azathioprine prevents the T cells from proliferating and you need T cells to activate B cells with the costimulatory response).

I got a question right because I remembered from watching an OnlineMedEd video yesterday that MHC Class I receptor is edited in the endoplasmic reticulum. Part of MHC Class I receptor is beta 2 microglobulin. Cells that are infected break up the pathogen in their cytoplasm and then send pieces of the pathogen (antigens) into the endoplasmic reticulum via the TAP receptor. Inside the ER, antigen is added to MHC Class I, then the MHC Class I-Antigen complex is sent to the cell membrane. TAP = Transporter Associated with Antigen Processing. Mutations in the TAP1 gene, which codes for TAP, lead to inability to bring antigen into the ER. So the pt gets granulomatous skin ulcers and respiratory infections even though lymphocyte and immunoglobulin levels are normal.

Pneumococcal conjugate vaccine (PCV13) induces a more robust immune response than the pneumococcal polysaccharide vaccine (PPSV23) because the conjugate vaccine causes B and T cell recruitment-> memory. The polysaccharide vaccine (PPSV23) doesn't create memory cells. PCV13 has a conjugated protein whereas PPSV23 doesn't. Pneumovax = PPSV23; Prevnar = PCV13.

In the blood vessels, bradykinin relaxes smooth muscle, causing vasodilation. But in smooth muscle that is not in the vasculature, bradykinin actually causes contraction of that non-vascular smooth muscle. So, bradykinin dilates blood vessels but constricts smooth muscle that is not in the blood vessels. That’s why it causes cough–it causes constriction of smooth muscle in the bronchi. Since bradykinin is degraded by ACE, when you inhibit ACE with ACEIs such as lisinopril, you stop breakdown of bradykinin–> increased vasodilation and bronchoconstriction. That’s why ACEIs can cause angioedema and cough.

Bradykinin vasodilates-> angioedema (fluid leaves blood vessels).

Hereditary angioedema is AD; can also be due to ACEIs. In hereditary angioedema, pts lack C1 esterase inhibitor, which is normally involved in break down of bradykinin. So no C1 esterase inhibitor-> increased bradykinin-> angioedema. Dx hereditary angioedema with low serum C1 esterase inhibitor and C4 levels. C1 esterase inhibitor suppresses C1-> no classic complement pathway. Kininogen is converted to bradykinin by kallikrein. C1 esterase inhibitor inhibits kallikrein-> decreased bradykinin. So of course without C1 esterase inhibitor, you have increased kallikrein-> more bradykinin.

In germinal centers in lymph nodes, B cells undergo somatic hypermutation, which is what allows the B cells that can respond to a particular antigen to proliferate. Somatic hypermutation = immunoglobulin mutation.

Serum sickness = type III hypersensitivity reaction (antigen-antibody complexes in tissues); occurs 1 to 2 weeks after being exposed to non-human proteins. Pts present with vasculitis, arthralgia, fever, rash, low C3 and C4. Histologically, you see fibrinoid necrosis and infiltrating neutrophils. Low complement occurs because complement-fixing IgM and IgG are in the immune complexes.

Hyper IgM syndrome = X-linked recessive deficiency of CD40L (CD40 Ligand located in T cells and necessary to interact with CD40R on B cells); causes recurrent pulmonary and sinus infections, GI infection, infection with opportunistic bugs (e.g., cryptosporidium), failure to thrive. Pts have lots of IgM, but little IgG, IgA, and IgE. B cells have trouble class switching (because the CD40L-CD40R interaction is necessary to create the costimulatory signal that causes B cell class switching and proliferation). Class switching occurs when heavy chain constant region genes are spliced out so the B cell can create the isotype of immunoglobulin it needs to make. That doesn't happen in Hyper-IgM syndrome because the CD40R-CD40L initeraction necessary to cause that can't happen when there's deficient DC40L. CD40 deficiency is autosomal recessive form of this disease. If B cells don't class switch, they stay as IgM-secreting cells.

Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID) = autosomal recessive adenosine deaminase (ADA) deficiency. Adenosine deaminase deficiency leads to accumulation of adenosine in T cells and B cells (lymphocytes)-> cellular and humoral immunodeficiency. Tx: gene therapy; hematopoietic stem cell transplant. X-linked SCID is more commone than ADA deficiency. No lymphocytes-> bacterial, viral, and fungal infections.

Henoch-Schonlein Purpura (HSP) = small vessel leukocytoclastic angiitis + deposition of IgA-C3 complexes in skin and GI tract. It's a hypersensitivity reaction related to recent infection. Pts have a purpuric rash, arthralgia, abdominal pain. Can lead to acute glomerulonephritis. Occurs in kids.

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Lanadelumab's Benefit Not Proven in Hereditary Angioedema

Lanadelumab’s Benefit Not Proven in Hereditary Angioedema

Therefore, the German Institute for Quality and Efficiency in Health Care (IQWiG) investigated on behalf of the G-BA whether treatment with lanadelumab for routine prevention of recurrent attacks of hereditary angioedema, compared with routine prevention with C1 esterase inhibitor, offers an added benefit to patients aged 12 years and older. The conclusion: Due to a lack of suitable study data,…

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C1 Esterase Inhibitor Test

C1 Esterase Inhibitor Test

Rs. 2500