Autoimmune lymphoproliferative syndrome secondary prevention

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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1] Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Sharmi Biswas, M.B.B.S

Overview

There is no established secondary prevention method for ALPS. But regular monitoring for lymphoma and proper vaccination for the patients requiring splenectomy might be helpful.

Secondary Prevention

Individuals who require to get splenectomy should be vaccinated and have penicillin prophylaxis to prevent the complications.[1]

References

  1. Adam MP, Ardinger HH, Pagon RA, Wallace SE, Bean LJH, Mirzaa G; et al. (1993). "GeneReviews®". PMID 20301287.