From the Mashad University of Medical Sciences, Mashad, Islamic Republic of Iran.
Abstract: (3787 Views)
A 25 year old male and his 46 year old aunt presented with shortness of
breath and a dramatic response to steroids. The other two patients are sisters
with more advanced disease. One of these responded partially to steroids,
while the other died within 4 months of treatment. The genetic basis and
pathogenesis are discussed.