📋Overview
This condition occurs when the body lacks a specific enzyme called iduronate-2-sulfatase, which is necessary to break down complex sugar molecules. Without this enzyme, these substances accumulate in various tissues and organs throughout the body, leading to progressive cellular damage.
The clinical presentation of this disorder exists on a spectrum of severity and can impact multiple systems as the accumulation of molecules continues over time. Because the gene associated with the condition is located on the X chromosome, it is observed almost exclusively in male patients.
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Medical codes (for reference)
UMLS CUI: C0026705Codes are provided for reference and interoperability. They are not a diagnosis.
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