Overview
Shwachman-Diamond Syndrome (SDS) is an inherited condition that can affect the bone marrow, pancreas, skeletal system, and other organ systems. Children with this disease typically have a shortage of neutrophils (a condition called neutropenia) which makes them more prone to pneumonia, ear infections, and skin infections. SDS can also lead to decreased numbers of red blood cells, called anemia, or decreased numbers of platelets, called thrombocytopenia. A gene mutation in a majority of patients recently discovered reveals new information about the molecular make-up and progression of this disorder.
Outstanding Care Team
The medical team at Seattle Chdren's, a parent organization of Seattle Cancer Care Alliance, has a long history of successfully caring for children and teens who have Shwachman-Diamond Syndrome. These renowned specialists work together to treat this disorder and improve your child's quality of life.
Medical therapy for SDS is provided at Seattle Children's. If your child's health-care team determines that the best course of action is a bone marrow transplant, your child will receive this treatment through Seattle Cancer Care Alliance, ranked first in outcomes in a four-year study by the National Marrow Donor Program (NMDP) that measured one-year survival rates of patients among 122 transplant centers in the United States.
Shwachman-Diamond Syndrome (SDS) Facts
Learn about the risk factors and symptoms of Shwachman-Diamond Syndrome (SDS), how it is diagnosed and how its stages are determined.Our Doctors
Our doctors are members of Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center and faculty from UW Medicine and Seattle Children's. They are the best of the best who work as a team to care for people with Shwachman-Bodian-Diamond Syndrome (SBDS)Treatment Options
Regardless of the stage of your illness, the unsurpassed expertise of our physicians makes SCCA the ideal treatment center for Shwachman-Bodian-Diamond Syndrome (SBDS).Participate in a Study
As a world-class treatment center, SCCA provides patients with the best and most current therapies available. Clinical studies bring promising new treatments to patients faster. And participating in a study gives patients at least the best, current treatment, as well as the satisfaction that they are helping others with Shwachman-Bodian-Diamond Syndrome (SBDS).Patient Support
Because treatment for Shwachman-Bodian-Diamond Syndrome (SBDS) isn't easy, special support for patients is essential. SCCA has several programs, classes, and services to assist patients and their families.Web Resources
The more you know about your disease, the more empowered you'll feel. This list of reputable sources about Shwachman-Bodian-Diamond Syndrome (SBDS) makes gathering information easy.
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