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Characterization of Drosophila Saposin-related mutants as a model for lysosomal sphingolipid storage diseases.
Disease models & mechanisms - 1 Jun 2017
Sellin Julia, Schulze Heike, Paradis Marie, Gosejacob Dominic, Papan Cyrus, Shevchenko Andrej, Psathaki Olympia Ekaterina, Paululat Achim, Thielisch Melanie, Sandhoff Konrad, Hoch Michael
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Sphingolipidoses are inherited diseases belonging to the class of lysosomal storage diseases (LSDs), which are characterized by the accumulation of indigestible material in the lysosome caused by specific defects in the lysosomal degradation machinery. While some LSDs can be efficiently treated by enzyme replacement therapy (ERT), this is not possible if the nervous system is affected due to the presence of the...
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