Forms of hereditary angioedema that occur due to mutations in the gene for COMPLEMENT C1 INHIBITOR PROTEIN. Type I hereditary angioedema is associated with reduced serum levels of complement C1 inhibitor protein. Type II hereditary angioedema is associated with the production of a non-functional complement C1 inhibitor protein.
Also Known As:
Angioedema, Hereditary, Type I; Angioedema, Hereditary, Type II; Angioedema, Hereditary, Types I and II; C1 Esterase Inhibitor, Deficiency Of; Deficiency of C1 Esterase Inhibitor; Hereditary Angioedema Type 1; Hereditary Angioedema Type I; Hereditary Angioedema Type II