Lysosomal storage disorder in non-immunological hydrops fetalis (NIHF) - more common than assumed? Report of four cases with transient NIHF and a review of the literature

Lysosomal storage disorder in non-immunological hydrops fetalis (NIHF) - more common than assumed? Report of four cases with transient NIHF and a review of the literature

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Lysosomal storage disorders (LSD) are a rare cause of non immunological hydrops fetalis (NIHF) and congenital ascites. The reported incidence is about 1%. The incidence of idiopathic NIHF is estimated to be about 18%.</p> <p...

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Main Authors: Whybra Catharina, Mengel Eugen, Russo Alexandra, Bahlmann Franz, Kampmann Christoph, Beck Michael, Eich Elke, Mildenberger Eva
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2012-11-01
Series:Orphanet Journal of Rare Diseases
Subjects:
Non-immunological hydrops fetalis
Lysosomal storage disease
Transient hydrops
Congenital ascites
Clinical approach
Online Access:http://www.ojrd.com/content/7/1/86

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