This disease, called CEDS, stands for “Caspase eight deficiency state.”  CEDS has features similar to ALPS, another genetic disease of apoptosis, with the addition of an immunodeficient phenotype.
This condition, known as CEDS, is characterized by “Caspase eight deficiency state.” CEDS shares characteristics with ALPS, another genetic disorder related to apoptosis, but includes an immunodeficiency trait.