Mitochondrial disease: beyond etiology unknown.

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Mitochondrial dysfunction is now recognized as a relatively common cause of degenerative disease in children. Mutations in either the mitochondrial or the nuclear genome that cause errors in the synthesis of enzymes essential for energy production and metabolism lead to a wide variety of pediatric problems, including developmental delays, sensorimotor impairment, seizures, diabetes, and organ failure. This...

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