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Tyrosinemia.

Y Shinohara, R Hasegawa, N Ito

    Acta Pathologica Japonica
    |July 1, 1979
    PubMed
    Summary

    This case study details tyrosinemia in an infant, characterized by jaundice and elevated tyrosine levels. The infant succumbed to liver failure, with autopsy revealing severe giant cell hepatitis and organ-specific pathology.

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    Area of Science:

    • Biochemistry
    • Pediatrics
    • Pathology

    Background:

    • Tyrosinemia is a rare inherited metabolic disorder affecting tyrosine metabolism.
    • Early diagnosis and intervention are crucial for managing tyrosinemia and preventing severe complications.

    Observation:

    • A three-month-old boy presented with jaundice, elevated serum tyrosine, and positive Millon-reacting urine.
    • Clinical progression included persistent jaundice and increasing hepatosplenomegaly, leading to liver failure.

    Findings:

    • Autopsy revealed severe giant cell hepatitis with significant fibrosis and bile retention in the liver.
    • Characteristic postmortem findings were also observed in the pancreas and brain, consistent with tyrosinemia.

    Implications:

    • This case highlights the severe presentation and fatal outcome of untreated tyrosinemia in infancy.
    • Emphasizes the importance of recognizing clinical signs and biochemical markers for timely diagnosis and management of tyrosinemia.