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Fabry's disease
L Hasholt1, A Wandall, S A Sørensen
1University Institute of Medical Genetics, Copenhagen, Denmark.
Clinical Genetics
|November 1, 1989
Summary
This study investigated Fabry
Area of Science:
- Genetics
- Biochemistry
- Medical Research
Background:
- Fabry's disease is a rare genetic disorder.
- Early diagnosis and genetic counseling are crucial for affected families.
Purpose of the Study:
- To report on the diagnosis and management of Fabry's disease in Danish families.
- To evaluate the potential of enzyme therapy.
Main Methods:
- Diagnosis of hemizygotes and heterozygotes.
- Genetic counseling and prenatal diagnosis.
- In vitro studies of cultured fibroblasts and endothelial cells.
Main Results:
- Diagnosed 15 hemizygotes and 30 heterozygotes over 10 years.
- Identified cases primarily within three Danish families.
- Conducted in vitro studies focusing on enzyme therapy.
Conclusions:
- Fabry's disease diagnosis and management require long-term investigation.
- Enzyme therapy shows potential for treating Fabry's disease.
- Genetic counseling and prenatal diagnosis are vital for affected families.