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Data assembled from 8 of 12 sources · Last updated Oct 4, 2026, 6:18 AM UTC
Online Mendelian Inheritance in Man
European rare disease database
Genetic and Rare Diseases Info Center
Features include very common findings: Increased total eosinophil count; and common findings: Pallor, Low red blood cell count (anemia), Fever, and Elevated white blood cell count (increased total leukocyte count) and others. 83 total HPO annotations.
Organ System | Phenotype Count | Example Features |
|---|---|---|
Digestive system | 14 | Enlarged liver (hepatomegaly), Enlarged spleen (splenomegaly), Abdominal distention |
Brain and nerves | 13 | Nervous system problems (abnormality of the nervous system), Myeloproliferative disorder, Atypical behavior |
Heart and blood vessels | 10 | Restrictive cardiomyopathy, Endocardial fibrosis, Myocardial eosinophilic infiltration |
Lungs and breathing | 7 | Pulmonary infiltrates, Respiratory distress, Dyspnea |
Skin | 7 | Pruritus, Eczematoid dermatitis, Urticaria |
Blood and immune system | 7 | Enlarged spleen (splenomegaly), Low red blood cell count (anemia), Elevated white blood cell count (increased total leukocyte count) |
Bones and joints | 5 | Joint inflammation (arthritis), Joint swelling, Arthralgia |
Muscles | 3 | Myalgia, Muscle weakness, Skeletal muscle atrophy |
Metabolism | 1 | Fever |
Eyes | 1 | Blurred vision |
Growth and development | 1 | Failure to thrive |
Lab test results | 1 | Elevated circulating hepatic transaminase concentration |
PDGFRA function has not been fully characterized.
Idiopathic hypereosinophilic syndrome is associated with mutations in the PDGFRA gene on chromosome 4.
Genetic testing for PDGFRA is available. Testing is considered confirmatory for diagnosis.
Biomarker and diagnostic research for idiopathic hypereosinophilic syndrome has been reported in the published literature.
1 FDA-approved treatment is available for idiopathic hypereosinophilic syndrome, including IMATINIB MESYLATE (GLEEVEC, approved 2003).
Brand Name | Generic Name | Mechanism | Approved | Market Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
GLEEVEC | IMATINIB MESYLATE | — | 2003 | Available |
Gene therapy approaches for idiopathic hypereosinophilic syndrome have been reported in the published literature.
1 trial found
Phenotype severity distribution: 1 very common feature, 9 common features.
Estimated prevalence: Unknown (Unknown prevalence).
1 clinical trial registered. Interventions under study include drug therapy. Pipeline includes 1 PHASE2. Research is primarily sponsored by academic and government institutions.
59 publications have been identified in PubMed for idiopathic hypereosinophilic syndrome. Research spans Case Report / Case Series (68%), Review / Meta-Analysis (12%), and Diagnostic / Biomarker (7%).
Research Type | Count | % of Total |
|---|---|---|
Patient case studies | 40 | 68% |
Research summaries | 7 | 12% |
Testing and diagnosis research | 4 | 7% |
Other research | 3 | 5% |
Laboratory research | 2 | 3% |
Disease patterns and progression | 2 | 3% |
New treatment approaches | 1 | 2% |
M V (2026). [PMID: 41728149](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41728149/). *Indian J Hematol Blood Transfus*. [Other]
Parimoo A (2026). [PMID: 42113356](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/42113356/). *Int J Cardiovasc Imaging*. [Case Report / Case Series]
Jha SK (2026). [PMID: 32491456](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32491456/). *Unknown Journal*. [Case Report / Case Series]
AlShamrani AA (2026). [PMID: 41994071](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41994071/). *J Cardiol Cases*. [Case Report / Case Series]
Nemes A (2026). [PMID: 41898261](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41898261/). *Biomedicines*. [Basic Science / Preclinical]
Zhang B (2026). [PMID: 41307472](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41307472/). *Clin Nucl Med*. [Diagnostic / Biomarker]
Zhang J (2026). [PMID: 41945721](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41945721/). *Clin Lab*. [Case Report / Case Series]
Jain P (2026). [PMID: 41488420](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41488420/). *J Allergy Clin Immunol Glob*. [Epidemiology / Natural History]
Kurup A (2026). [PMID: 41784094](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41784094/). *Ann Indian Acad Neurol*. [Case Report / Case Series]
Rossi V (2026). [PMID: 41700233](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41700233/). *Cureus*. [Case Report / Case Series]
AI-curated news mentioning idiopathic hypereosinophilic syndrome
Updated Oct 1, 2026
A multicenter real-world study demonstrates sustained low disease activity in patients with FIP1L1::PDGFRA-negative hypereosinophilic syndrome treated with mepolizumab. This research highlights the potential long-term benefits of mepolizumab in managing this rare condition.
A recent study published in PubMed reveals the incidence and prevalence of hypereosinophilic syndrome in the United States, utilizing a retrospective claims database. This research provides valuable insights into the epidemiology of this rare disease.
A multicenter case series highlights the use of ruxolitinib in patients with life-threatening corticosteroid-refractory hypereosinophilic syndrome. This study contributes to the understanding of treatment options for this rare condition.