Gangliosidosis
Gangliosidosis contains different types of lipid storage disorders[1] caused by the accumulation of lipids known as gangliosides. There are two distinct genetic causes of the disease. Both are autosomal recessive and affect males and females equally.
Gangliosidosis | |
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Specialty | Endocrinology ![]() |
Types
- GM1 gangliosidoses - GM1
- GM2 gangliosidoses - GM2
See also
- Sphingolipidoses#Overview for an overview table, including gangliosidosis
References
- Prayson, Richard A. (2012). Neuropathology. Elsevier Health Sciences. p. 388. ISBN 1437709494.
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