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Genetic Disorder

Mucolipidosis Type II (I-Cell Disease)

HIGH SEVERITY

A severe lysosomal storage disorder caused by deficiency of N-acetylglucosamine-1-phosphotransferase. Affects the targeting of enzymes to lysosomes. Rapidly progressive with severe skeletal abnormalities and organ involvement.

Global Affected

5.0K

Countries

15

Symptoms

Coarse facial features
Severe growth retardation
Skeletal dysplasia
Cardiac disease
Developmental delay
Joint contractures
Hepatosplenomegaly

Treatment Options

Genetic counseling
Supportive care
Symptom management
Enzyme replacement (if applicable)
Physical therapy
Regular monitoring
Multidisciplinary care

Risk Factors

1Family history
2Genetic mutations
3Consanguinity
4Advanced paternal age
5Ethnic predisposition

Diagnostic Methods

  • 1Genetic testing
  • 2Clinical evaluation
  • 3Family history assessment
  • 4Specialized laboratory tests
  • 5Imaging studies
  • 6Biopsy (if applicable)

Prognosis

Rapidly progressive in infancy with severe developmental delay, skeletal abnormalities, and organomegaly. Most patients do not survive past early childhood (3-7 years) without treatment. Hematopoietic stem cell transplant in early infancy may slow progression and extend survival. Enzyme replacement therapy is in development. Supportive care focuses on managing complications. Prenatal diagnosis available for at-risk pregnancies.

Prevention

  • Genetic counseling
  • Carrier screening
  • Prenatal diagnosis
  • Preimplantation genetic diagnosis
  • Family planning

Research Status

Supportive care only. No effective treatment. Hematopoietic stem cell transplant has limited benefit due to skeletal issues. Gene therapy research ongoing. Poor prognosis with death usually in childhood.

Sources

  • https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK1116
  • https://medlineplus.gov/genetics
  • https://rarediseases.org

Medical Disclaimer

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