CHEDIAK-HIGASHI SYNDROME

Course overview

CHS is a rare autosomal recessive disorder that is primarily diagnosed in children and is most often fatal. CHS is characterized by recurrent bacterial infections, neutropenia, mild coagulation defects, oculocutaneous albinism, and progressive neurologic dysfunction. This continuing education module is designed to give the reader/learner an increased understanding of Chediak-Higashi syndrome including its clinical presentation, symptoms, and treatment, and to aid in caring for the patient with this diagnosis. Readers may explore any or all of the topics. One contact hour of continuing education credit is available for those who successfully complete the post-test and evaluation form.