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hyper-IgD syndrome

MIM.260920 12q24

HIDS

HIDS is a periodic-fever syndrome caused by a genetic defect in mevalonate kinase (MVK).

Despite a frequent, often persistent, and vigorous acute-phase response similar to that seen in patients with other periodic-fever syndromes, amyloidosis does not develop in patients with HIDS. This intriguing finding suggests that mevalonate kinase deficiency may provide protection against amyloidosis.

Etiology

- The hyper-IgD syndrome is caused by mutations in the gene encoding mevalonate kinase (MVK) (MIM.251170).