Role of MRI in X-linked adrenoleukodystrophy—A case report

Role of MRI in X-linked adrenoleukodystrophy—A case report

X-linked adrenoleukodystrophy is a rare inherited peroxisomal disorder that occurs due to a genetic mutation. This mutation impairs normal transport of very long-chain fatty acids (VLCFAs) into peroxisomes, hence impeding VLCFA breakdown leading to its accumulation in plasma and tissues of the body....

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Main Authors: Sajiva Aryal, MBBS, Suraj Sharma, MBBS, MD, Saroj Poudel, MBBS, Sunita Sharma, MPH
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Elsevier 2022-11-01
Series:Radiology Case Reports
Subjects:
Adrenoleukodystrophy
Very long chain fatty acids
X-linked disorder
Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1930043322007130

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