Chediak-Higashi syndrome

ICD-10 Code E70.330

Chediak-Higashi syndrome

Definition

ChC)diak-Higashi syndrome (CHS) is a rare severe genetic disorder generally characterized by partial oculocutaneous albinism (OCA), severe immunodeficiency, mild bleeding, neurological dysfunction and lymphoproliferative disorder. A classic, early-onset form and an attenuated, later-onset form (Atypical CHS) have been described.

Also known as ChC)diak-Higashi disease, ChC)diak-Higashi-Steinbrink syndrome, Chediak Higashi Syndrome, Chédiak-Higashi disease, Chediak-Higashi syndrome, Chédiak-Higashi-Steinbrink syndrome, CHS — per MONDO

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