New pathogenic PTPN2 variant leading to childhood interstitial lung disease.
Nicola Jane Rowbotham, Marie Jeanpierre, Andrew Bush et al.
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Case in brief
A 4-year-old boy presented with childhood interstitial lung disease, which was linked to a newly identified pathogenic variant in the PTPN2 gene. The diagnosis was established through genetic testing, revealing the loss of function variant associated with his respiratory condition. Management strategies were implemented, leading to an improvement in his symptoms.
Diagnostic / clinical pearl
Clinicians should consider genetic testing for PTPN2 variants in cases of childhood interstitial lung disease, as it may reveal underlying pathogenic mechanisms.