immune disorders
Leukocyte Adhesion Deficiency
Treatment of Leukocyte Adhesion Deficiency
Antibiotics Granulocyte transfusions Stem cell transplantation Treatment of leukocyte adhesion deficiency includes antibiotics, often given continuously, to prevent infections. Transfusions of granulocytes (a type of white blood cells) can also help. However, Stem Cell Transplantation is the only effective treatment. It has been used in a few people with specific genetic mutations. It may provide a cure. Gene therapy for this disorder is being studied. For children with one type of the disorder, taking fucose (a sugar) supplements may help 