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Identifying adult hypophosphatasia in the rheumatology unit.
Orphanet journal of rare diseases - 14 Dec 2022
Feurstein Julia, Behanova Martina, Haschka Judith, Roetzer Katharina, Uyanik Gökhan, Hadzimuratovic Benjamin, Witsch-Baumgartner Martina, Schett Georg, Zwerina Jochen, Kocijan Roland
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: The most frequent manifestation in adult hypophosphatasia (HPP) is musculoskeletal pain. The unspecific nature of its clinical presentation may prevent correct diagnosis. The aim of the study was to assess the prevalence of ALPL mutations in adult patients treated in rheumatological outpatient facilities with evident musculoskeletal symptoms typical for HPP. METHODS: Over a period of 10 years 9,522...
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