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mitochondrial DNA depletion syndrome 16

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A mitochondrial DNA depletion syndrome characterized by infantile onset of fulminant hepatic liver failure that has_material_basis_in homozygous mutation in the POLG2 gene on chromosome 17q23.3.

Signs and symptoms

  • Elevated circulating aspartate aminotransferase concentration
  • Cholestasis
  • Hypoplasia of the corpus callosum
  • Anteverted nares
  • Hyperkalemia
  • Increased total bilirubin
  • Increased circulating lactate concentration
  • Hepatomegaly
  • Hypoalbuminemia
  • Abdominal distention

Also known as: mitochondrial DNA depletion syndrome 16 (hepatic type)