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Preferred Name

Lysosomal Storage Disease

Definitions
A group of autosomal recessive or X-linked inherited metabolic disorders caused by defects in the function of the lysosomes. Signs and symptoms include hepatomegaly, splenomegaly, nervous system manifestations, skeletal abnormalities, and mental deterioration. Representative examples include Gaucher disease, Niemann-Pick disease, Wolman disease, and Fabry disease.
Synonyms
PHOSPHOLIPIDOSIS
Lysosomal Storage Disease
Lysosomal Storage Disorder
Disorder of Lysosomal Enzymes
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