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Rare genetic cerebrotendinous xanthomatosis (CTX) cases without cholestanol elevation but with prominent cholesterol-rich tendon xanthomas.
Journal of clinical lipidology - 1 Jan 2024
Alves Renato Jorge, Nunes Valéria Sutti, Junior Ney Carter do Carmo Borges, Nakandakare Edna Regina, Quintão Eder Carlos Rocha
Abstract excerpt
Cerebrotendinous xanthomatosis (CTX) is a rare inherited metabolic disease attributed to the mutation of the gene CYP27A1, resulting in sterol 27-hydroxylase deficiency characterized by deposition of cholestanol and cholesterol in several tissues, like the central nervous system and tendons. Furthermore, cataracts, gallstones, diarrhea and premature atherosclerosis have been reported. Nonetheless, clinical...
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