Article
[Wilson disease].
Presse medicale (Paris, France : 1983) - 1 Jan 2000
Trocello Jean-Marc, Chappuis Philippe, Chaine Pascal, Rémy Pascal, Debray Dominique, Duclos-Vallée Jean-Charles, Woimant France
Abstract excerpt
UNLABELLED: Wilson Disease must be considered in very varied circumstances, including in patients older than 50 years. Its diagnosis is not based on a single test but on a group of findings. The copper levels may be difficult to interpret. Molecular biology can confirm the diagnosis in only 80% of cases. The advice of the reference center is necessary before beginning treatment: chelators or zinc salts. Lifetime...
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