Fabry's disease
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Aarti Narayan, M.B.B.S [2] Neepa Shah, M.B.B.S.[3]
Synonyms and keywords: Anderson-Fabry disease; angiokeratoma corporis diffusum universale; alpha-galactosidase A deficiency; ceramide trihexosidase deficiency; hereditary dystopic lipidosis; GLA deficiency; Sweeley-Klionsky disease
Overview
- Fabry's disease (also known as alpha-galactosidase A deficiency, ceramide trihexosidase deficiency, angiokeratoma corporis diffusum) is an X-linked recessive inherited lysosomal storage disorder.
- It occurs as a result of the body's inability to make an enzyme alpha-galactosidase A. This enzyme in-turn is responsible for breaking down a type of fat called globotriaosylceramide (Gb3 or GL-3) into building blocks that are used by the cells of the body.
- The abnormal accumulation of this fat typically in three main organ systems namely the brain, heart and kidney is responsible for the varied manifestations associated with the disease
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Classification
Pathophysiology
Causes
Differentiating Fabry's disease from other Diseases
Epidemiology and Demographics
Risk Factors
Screening
Natural History, Complications and Prognosis
Diagnosis
History and Symptoms | Physical Examination | Laboratory Findings | Electrocardiogram | CT | MRI | Echocardiography or Ultrasound | Other Imaging Findings | Other Diagnostic Studies
Treatment
Medical Therapy | Surgery | Primary Prevention | Secondary Prevention | Cost-Effectiveness of Therapy | Future or Investigation Therapies
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External links
- Fabry Support & Information Group
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- Fabry's disease at NLM Genetics Home Reference
- Fabry's Disease Association