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Features include always present findings: Decreased specific pneumococcal antibody level, Recurrent respiratory infections, and Recurrent ear infections; and very common findings: Increased circulating IgM level, Increased transitional B cell proportion, and Decreased circulating IgG2 concentration. 14 total HPO annotations.
Organ System | Phenotype Count | Example Features |
|---|---|---|
Blood and immune system | 5 | Recurrent sinopulmonary infections, Recurrent respiratory infections, Enlarged spleen (splenomegaly) |
Lungs and breathing | 3 | Bronchiectasis, Decreased specific pneumococcal antibody level, Recurrent respiratory infections |
Brain and nerves | 1 | Decreased class-switched memory B cell proportion |
Lab test results | 1 | Decreased specific pneumococcal antibody level |
Digestive system | 1 | Enlarged spleen (splenomegaly) |
Age of onset: childhood.
Activated PI3K delta syndrome (APDS) is a rare inborn error of immunity characterized primarily by frequent infections, lymphoproliferation, and autoimmune manifestations. To date, at least 250 individuals have been identified with a pathogenic variant in PIK3CD (for APDS1) or PIK3R1 (for APDS2) [, , , , ]. The following description of the phenotypic features associated with this condition is based on these reports. It is important to note that the severity and presence of these clinical findings can vary widely among affected individuals. Some may present with mild symptoms, while others experience severe manifestations that significantly impact quality of life. The variability within the spectrum of APDS highlights the importance of individualized care and management strategies. Table 2. Activated PI3K Delta Syndrome: Frequency of Select Features
Feature | % of Persons w/Feature | Comment |
|---|---|---|
Sinopulmonary infections | 96%-100% | Severe /or recurrent |
PIK3CD function has not been fully characterized.
Immunodeficiency 14 is caused by mutations in the PIK3CD gene on chromosome 1.
No clinically relevant genotype-phenotype correlations have been identified to date.
Source: GeneReviews — "Activated PI3K Delta Syndrome"
Penetrance in APDS is believed to approach 100%. However, there is considerable clinical variability, with presentations ranging from nearly asymptomatic with mild laboratory findings to severe manifestations of the disease .
Source: GeneReviews — "Activated PI3K Delta Syndrome"
No consensus clinical diagnostic criteria for activated PI3K delta syndrome (APDS) have been published.
APDS types 1 (APDS1) and 2 (APDS2) are characterized by a spectrum of clinical manifestations primarily involving the immune system, leading to increased susceptibility to infections, autoimmunity, and lymphoproliferation. APDS should be considered in probands with the following suggestive findings:
Clinical findings
Source: GeneReviews — "Activated PI3K Delta Syndrome"
Table 4. Genes of Interest in the Differential Diagnosis of Activated PI3K Delta Syndrome
Gene(s) | Disorder | MOI | Features of Disorder |
|---|---|---|---|
AICDA | Hyper IgM syndrome 2 (HIGM2) (OMIM 605258) | AR | Recurrent infections, hypogammaglobulinemia, IgM, lymphoid hyperplasia |
TNFRSF13C | Common variable immunodeficiency (CVID) (OMIM PS607594) | ARAD |
Genetic testing for PIK3CD is available. Testing is considered confirmatory for diagnosis.
Biomarker and diagnostic research for immunodeficiency 14 has been reported in the published literature.
No approved treatments are currently available for immunodeficiency 14. An additional 1 compound holds orphan drug designation.
While no drugs are FDA-approved specifically for immunodeficiency 14, some of the following designated compounds may be used off-label in clinical practice. Treatment decisions should be made in consultation with a specialist familiar with this condition.
The following drugs have received orphan drug designation from the FDA for immunodeficiency 14. Orphan designation reflects regulatory interest and does not indicate approval for treatment.
Brand Name | Generic Name | Sponsor | Designated | Exclusivity End | Designation Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
seletalisib | seletalisib | UCB, Inc. | 2017 | — | Withdrawn |
No clinical practice guidelines for activated PI3K delta syndrome (APDS) have been published. In the absence of published guidelines, the following recommendations are based on the authors' personal experience managing individuals with this disorder.
To establish the extent of disease and needs in an individual diagnosed with APDS, the evaluations summarized (if not performed as part of the evaluation that led to the diagnosis) are recommended.
Table 5.
Activated PI3K Delta Syndrome: Recommended Evaluations Following Initial Diagnosis
System/Concern | Evaluation | Comment
| Comprehensive physical exam | To assess for presence of lymphadenopathy, splenomegaly, hepatomegaly
| • Detailed review of infection history
EBV, CMV, HSV PCR in blood relevant serologic testing
JCV PCR if patient received rituximab1
| To identify patterns indicative of immunodeficiency
| • CBC w/differential
Immunoglobulin levels (IgG, IgA, IgM, IgE)
There are currently two clinical trials evaluating the safety and efficacy of leniolisib in individuals age one to six years (NCT05693129) and four to 11 years old (NCT05438407). Search ClinicalTrials.gov in the US and EU Clinical Trials Register in Europe for access to information on clinical studies for a wide range of diseases and conditions.
Source: GeneReviews — "Activated PI3K Delta Syndrome"
View trials for immunodeficiency 14
To monitor existing manifestations, the individual's response to supportive care, and the emergence of new manifestations, the evaluations summarized in are recommended. Table 8. Activated PI3K Delta Syndrome: Recommended Surveillance
System/Concern | Evaluation | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
Infections | Blood/sputum cultures | As needed for symptoms EBV/CMV/HSV PCR |
Lymphoproliferative disorders | CBC, B-cell counts, LDH | Every 6-12 months Abdominal US |
Autoimmune disorders | ANA testing, TSH, TPO | Annually |
Respiratory issues | Regular pulmonary function tests incl spirometry | Every 12 mos (to monitor lung health intervene early if issues are detected) Chest CT |
Gastrointestinal manifestations | Colonoscopy | Symptomatically as needed to identify manage gastrointestinal involvement Liver ultrasound studies |
Developmental | Psychiatric assessment | As needed ANA = antinuclear antibody; CMV = cytomegalovirus; EVB = Epstein-Barr virus; HSV= herpes simplex virus; LDH = lactate dehydrogenase; PCR = polymerase chain reaction; TSH = thyroid-stimulating hormone; TPO = thyroid peroxidase |
Source: GeneReviews — "Activated PI3K Delta Syndrome"
Phenotype severity distribution: 3 always present features, 3 very common features, 5 common features.
No clinical trials have been registered for immunodeficiency 14.
172 publications have been identified in PubMed for immunodeficiency 14. Research spans Epidemiology / Natural History (29%), Review / Meta-Analysis (20%), and Basic Science / Preclinical (20%).
Research Type | Count | % of Total |
|---|---|---|
Disease patterns and progression | 50 | 29% |
Research summaries | 34 | 20% |
Laboratory research | 34 | 20% |
Patient case studies | 26 | 15% |
Clinical study results | 19 | 11% |
Testing and diagnosis research | 5 | 3% |
New treatment approaches | 3 | 2% |
Other research | 1 | 1% |
Ortiz Requena D (2026). [PMID: 41864428](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41864428/). *Mod Pathol*. [Basic Science / Preclinical]
Obeng BM (2026). [PMID: 41482685](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41482685/). *Clin Infect Dis*. [Clinical Trial Publication]
Chirila CB (2026). [PMID: 42002600](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/42002600/). *Sci Rep*. [Gene Therapy / Novel Therapeutics]
Zong Y (2026). [PMID: 40397335](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40397335/). *Biochem Genet*. [Basic Science / Preclinical]
Ries AG (2026). [PMID: 41190409](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41190409/). *Pediatr Dermatol*. [Case Report / Case Series]
Maccari ME (2026). [PMID: 41177421](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41177421/). *Clin Immunol*. [Epidemiology / Natural History]
Kasujja FX (2026). [PMID: 41831847](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41831847/). *Lancet*. [Clinical Trial Publication]
Hughes SM (2026). [PMID: 41869811](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41869811/). *Microbiol Spectr*. [Epidemiology / Natural History]
Palefsky JM (2026). [PMID: 41162330](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41162330/). *Clin Infect Dis*. [Clinical Trial Publication]
Mirfazeli ES (2026). [PMID: 41782874](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41782874/). *Front Immunol*. [Case Report / Case Series]
Data assembled from 8 of 12 sources · Last updated Sep 19, 2026, 7:47 AM UTC
Online Mendelian Inheritance in Man
Genetic and Rare Diseases Info Center
Bronchiectasis |
18%-60% |
— |
Lymphoproliferation | 71%-89% | Incl splenomegaly, hepatomegaly, lymphadenopathy |
Growth delays | 45%-62% | — |
Herpes virus infections | 36%-49% | Persistent, severe, /or recurrent |
Enteropathy | 25%-51% | Lymphoid aggregates may be seen on histology. |
Lymphoma | 12%-28% | Particularly early onset |
Autoimmune cytopenias | 19%-30% | May be refractory to conventional therapy |
Autoimmune autoinflammatory disease | 17%-42% Neurodevelopmental delay | 19%-31% |
Source: GeneReviews — "Activated PI3K Delta Syndrome"
Recurrent infections, hypogammaglobulinemia, autoimmunity, lymphoproliferation
CD40 | Hyper IgM syndrome 3 (HIGM3) (OMIM 606843) | AR | Recurrent infections, hypogammaglobulinemia, IgM, lymphoid hyperplasia |
CD40LG | X-linked hyper IgM syndrome (HIGM1) | XL SH2D1A XIAP | — |
X-linked lymphoproliferative disease | XL | Immune dysregulation | More severe EBV infections |
UNG | Hyper IgM syndrome 5 (HIGM5) (OMIM 608106) | AR | Recurrent infections |
CTLA4 | CTLA4 haploinsufficiency (OMIM 616100) | AD | Recurrent infections, autoimmunity, lymphoproliferation |
LRBA | LRBA deficiency (OMIM 614700) | AR | — |
STAT3 | Autoimmune disease, multisystem, infantile-onset, 1 (OMIM 615952) | AD1 | T helper 17 cells phosphorylated STAT3 AD = autosomal dominant; APDS = activated PI3K delta syndrome; AR = autosomal recessive; CTLA-4 = cytotoxic T-lymphocyte protein 4; EBV = Epstein-Barr virus; MOI = mode of inheritance; STAT3 = signal transducer and activator of transcription 3; XL = X-linked 1. |
Source: GeneReviews — "Activated PI3K Delta Syndrome"
Lymphocyte subset analysis incl nave/memory T cells B-cell subsets
Vaccine-specific antibody titers
| To evaluate immune function identify immunodeficiency
| Imaging studies (e.g., ultrasound, CT, MRI) | To detect organomegaly lymphadenopathy
B-cell clonality studies by V-beta spectratyping
LDH, EBV/CMV PCR
| To evaluate for susceptibility to lymphoproliferative disorders
| • Spirometry
Consider chest CT
| To detect underlying respiratory issues
| • Endosc...
Source: GeneReviews — "Activated PI3K Delta Syndrome"