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mitochondrial complex IV deficiency nuclear type 23

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A cytochrome-c oxidase deficiency disease characterized by infantile onset encephalopathy that has_material_basis_in homozygous mutation in the COX11 gene on chromosome 17q22.

Signs and symptoms

  • Brain atrophy
  • Increased circulating lactate concentration
  • Inguinal hernia
  • Hypotonia
  • Rigidity
  • Elevated brain lactate level by MRS
  • Gastroesophageal reflux
  • Abdominal distention
  • Percussion myotonia
  • Hypoglycemia

Also known as: MC4DN23