Buckey TM, Bosso JV. A stepwise approach to the adult immunodeficiency evaluation for the rhinologist.
Curr Opin Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg 2024;
32:50-54. [PMID:
38193520 DOI:
10.1097/moo.0000000000000953]
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Abstract
PURPOSE OF REVIEW
Patients with an immunodeficiency may present to their Rhinologist with a history of recurrent, severe, and chronic infections. Therefore, it is essential for the Rhinologist to have a basic understanding of clinically relevant immune deficiencies.
RECENT FINDINGS
After describing different types of immunodeficiencies, their presentations, and management strategies, an evaluation algorithm is described.
SUMMARY
Through a collaborative approach, Rhinologists and Clinical Immunologists can provide comprehensive medical care to patients with immunodeficiencies.
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