Failure to shorten the diagnostic delay in two ultra-orphan diseases (mucopolysaccharidosis types I and III): potential causes and implications

Abstract Background Rare diseases are often un- or misdiagnosed for extended periods, resulting in a long diagnostic delay that may significantly add to the burden of the disease. An early diagnosis is particularly essential if a disease-modifying treatment is available. The purpose of this study wa...

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Main Authors: Gé-Ann Kuiper, Olga L. M. Meijer, Eveline J. Langereis, Frits A. Wijburg
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2018-01-01
Series:Orphanet Journal of Rare Diseases
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Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s13023-017-0733-y