Familial Lcat Deficiency
Familial LCAT deficiency is a genetic disorder that affects the body's ability to process (metabolize) cholesterol. It is characterized by cloudiness of the clear front surface of the eye (corneal opacities), a shortage of red blood cells (hemolytic anemia), and kidney failure. Symptoms usually appear in adulthood and may also include enlargement of the liver (hepatomegaly), spleen (splenomegaly), and lymph nodes (lymphadenopathy), as well as an accumulation of fat in the artery walls (atherosclerosis).
Familial LCAT deficiency is one of two types of LCAT deficiency; the other type of LCAT deficiency is fish-eye disease. Both types of LCAT deficiency are caused by mutations in the LCAT gene and are inherited in an autosomal recessive manner. Although there is no specific treatment or cure for familial LCAT deficiency, there may be ways to manage the symptoms. A team of doctors is often needed to figure out the treatment options for each person.
Familial LCAT deficiency is one of two types of LCAT deficiency; the other type of LCAT deficiency is fish-eye disease. Both types of LCAT deficiency are caused by mutations in the LCAT gene and are inherited in an autosomal recessive manner. Although there is no specific treatment or cure for familial LCAT deficiency, there may be ways to manage the symptoms. A team of doctors is often needed to figure out the treatment options for each person.