Aase syndrome

Injury	Disease	Nutrition	Poison

Symptoms	Surgery	Test	Special Topic

Overview

Symptoms

Treatment

Prevention

Aase syndrome

Alternative Names:

Aase-Smith syndrome
Treatment:

Frequent blood transfusions are given in the first year of life to treat anemia. Prednisone may be given, although this should be avoided in infancy because of side effects on growth and brain development. A bone marrow transplant may be necessary if other treatment fails.

Expectations (prognosis):

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Anemia usually resolves over the years.

Complications:

Complications related to anemia include weakness, fatigue, and decreased oxygenation of the blood.
Decreased white blood cells alter the body's ability to fight infection.
If a heart defect exists, it may cause multiple complications (depending on the specific defect).
Severe cases have been associated with still birth or early death.

Calling your health care provider:

Call your health care provider if you notice possible signs of Aase syndrome in your child. Genetic counseling is recommended if there is a family history of Aase syndrome.