Wilsons Disease Flashcards

1
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what is it

A

autosomal recessive disorder due to reduced ceruloplasmin

excess copper

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2
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what are signs

A

kayer-fleisher rings

signs of liver disease

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3
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what is treatment

A

penicillamine

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4
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what is complicatons

A

chronic hepatitis

neurological deterioration

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