Conditions / Genetic

Barth syndrome

info · Genetic · ICD-10: E78.71

A 3-methylglutaconic aciduria that has_material_basis_in X-linked inheritance of the tafazzin gene and is characterized by decreased production of an enzyme required to produce cardiolipin.

Signs and symptoms

  • Hypochromic microcytic anemia
  • Fair hair
  • Motor delay
  • Failure to thrive
  • Recurrent bronchitis
  • Broad forehead
  • Round face
  • Exercise intolerance
  • Dilated cardiomyopathy
  • Full cheeks

Also known as: 3-methylglutaconicaciduria type 2; 3-methylglutaconicaciduria type II; MGA Type 2; MGA type II