Granulomatous Colitis
Chronic granulomatous disease is an inherited disorder in which immune system cells called phagocytes do not function properly. This leads to ongoing and severe infection.
Alternative Names
CGD; Fatal granulomatosis of childhood; Chronic granulomatous disease of childhood; Progressive septic granulomatosis
Causes, incidence, and risk factors
Chronic granulomatous disease (CGD) is a genetic disorder in which certain immune system cells are unable to kill some types...
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