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Scholars Journal of Medical Case Reports | Volume-13 | Issue-02
Pulmonary Fibrosis in Hermansky-Pudlak Syndrome Type 2: A Very Rare Association
Nahid Zaghba, Safia Rachid, Mehdi Maaroufi, Hanaa Harraz, Khadija Chaanoun, Hanane Benjelloun, Nadia Moussalli, Najiba Yassine
Published: Feb. 25, 2025 |
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.36347/sjmcr.2025.v13i02.018
Pages: 295-298
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Abstract
Background: Hermansky-Pudlak Syndrome (HPS) is a rare autosomal recessive disorder affecting lysosomal-related organelles, leading to variable clinical manifestations. HPS type 2 (HPS2) is exceptionally associated with pulmonary fibrosis. Case Presentation: We present a 25-year-old male with HPS2, exhibiting progressive dyspnea and interstitial lung disease. Clinical assessment revealed oculocutaneous albinism, digital clubbing, and thoracic deformities. High-resolution computed tomography (HRCT) demonstrated fibrosing interstitial lung disease with reticulations, septal thickening, and traction bronchiectasis. Genetic testing confirmed a deleterious AP3B1 mutation. The patient was managed with symptomatic treatment, vaccination updates, and consideration for antifibrotic therapy and lung transplantation. Conclusion: This case highlights the clinical complexity of HPS2 and its rare pulmonary manifestations, emphasizing the importance of multidisciplinary management.