Author/Authors :
Plebani, Alessandro Department of Pediatrics - University of Brescia, Italy , Soresina, Annarosa Department of Pediatrics - University of Brescia, Italy , Notarangelo, Luigi D Department of Pediatrics - University of Brescia, Italy , Quinti, Isabella Department of Internal Medicine - Univerity “La Sapienza” - Rome, Italy , De Mattia, Domenico Department of Pediatrics - University of Bari, Italy , Moschese, Vivana Department of Pediatrics - Univerity of Tor Vergata - Rome, Italy , Rondelli, Roberto Department of Pediatrics - University of Bologna, Italy , Pession, Andrea Department of Pediatrics - University of Bologna, Italy , Ugazio, Alberto G Department of Pediatrics - Ospedale Bambin Gesù - Rome, Italy
Abstract :
Primary immunodeficiencies are rare diseases, characterized by an increased
susceptibility to infections. Early diagnosis and appropriate treatment are critical for
reducing morbidity and mortality. Given the rarity of these diseases, the awareness of
these disorders by physicians is often insufficient, leading to delayed diagnosis and
inappropriate treatment which are the major causes of severe long term complications.
In an attempt to address and resolve these problems an Italian Network on primary
immunodeficiencies has been established with the aim to increase the awareness of
these disorders among physicians and to provide the best clinical assistance to all
patients on the national territory.
Keywords :
Database , Immunologic Deficiency Syndromes , Italy , Recommendations
