Article
A case report of classic galactosemia with a GALT gene variant and a literature review.
BMC pediatrics - 22 May 2024
Wang Yong-Cai, Lan Lian-Cheng, Yang Xia, Xiao Juan, Liu Hai-Xin, Shan Qing-Wen
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: Galactosemia is an autosomal recessive disorder resulting from an enzyme defect in the galactose metabolic pathway. The most severe manifestation of classic galactosemia is caused by galactose-1-phosphate uridylyltransferase (GALT) deficiency, and this condition can be fatal during infancy if left untreated. It also may result in long-term complications in affected individuals. CASE PRESENTATION: This...
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