Fabry disease

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:Genetics
gptkbp:advocacy increasing awareness
gptkbp:affects alpha-galactosidase A enzyme
gptkbp:associated_with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy
peripheral neuropathy
stroke risk
angiokeratomas
corneal opacities
gptkbp:caused_by mutation in the GLA gene
gptkbp:clinical_trial ongoing
gptkbp:collaborations between institutions.
gptkbp:condition gptkb:Fabry-like_syndromes
gptkb:Anderson-Fabry_disease
gptkbp:diagnosis genetic testing
enzyme assay
gptkbp:discovery_year 1898
gptkbp:duration lifelong
gptkbp:financial_support important for patients
gptkbp:first_described_by gptkb:Johann_Fabry
gptkbp:funding needed for advancements
gptkbp:genetic_carrier fathers cannot be carriers
mothers can be carriers
gptkbp:genetic_studies recommended
widely available
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Fabry disease
gptkbp:inherits_from X-linked recessive
gptkbp:is_involved_in gptkb:Fabry_Support_&_Information_Group
gptkb:National_Fabry_Disease_Foundation
help with resources
gptkbp:is_tested_for MRI for brain health
biopsy for kidney function
blood test for enzyme levels
echocardiogram for heart function
urine test for Gb3
gptkbp:lifespan varies by treatment
gptkbp:prevalence 1 in 40,000 to 1 in 117,000 males
1 in 60,000 females
gptkbp:provides_guidance_on varies by region
available for management
gptkbp:public_awareness gptkb:February
increasing globally
gptkbp:registration exists for data collection
gptkbp:research_focus gptkb:gene_therapy
symptom management strategies
new enzyme replacement therapies
gptkbp:symptoms skin rashes
heart issues
digestive problems
kidney problems
pain in hands and feet
childhood to adulthood
gptkbp:treatment gptkb:Biology
varies by individual
pain management
heart surgery
kidney dialysis
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:disease
gptkbp:bfsLayer 4