Lessons from 43 infants with Netherton syndrome

Abstract

Netherton syndrome is a genetic condition affecting about five people per million. It appears at or soon after birth with skin rash, unusual hair, allergy and abnormal immunity. Affected babies may become very ill, but severity varies and most dermatologists see only a few cases. Doctors from a specialist referral centre in Paris reviewed cases seen over 38 years to try to put together some guidelines.