Werner syndrome

GPTKB entity

Statements (65)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:physicist
gptkbp:bfsLayer 5
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Cockayne_syndrome
gptkbp:affects both sexes
gptkbp:associated_with gptkb:psychologist
cognitive decline
fatigue
sleep disturbances
social isolation
support groups
chronic pain
metabolic syndrome
vision problems
hearing loss
fibrosis
increased cancer risk
muscle weakness
cellular senescence
chromosomal instability
chronic kidney disease
genetic counseling
heart disease
insulin resistance
pulmonary fibrosis
psychological issues
atherosclerosis
telomere shortening
autoimmune disorders
endocrine disorders
increased oxidative stress
neoplasia
hypogonadism
gastrointestinal issues
palliative care needs
dental problems
joint problems
thyroid dysfunction
vascular complications
mobility issues
skin ulcers
increased infections
dyslipidemia
hair graying
quality of life decline
gptkbp:caused_by WRN gene mutation
gptkbp:current_use gptkb:Bloom_syndrome
progeria
gptkbp:descendant autosomal recessive
gptkbp:discovered_by gptkb:20th_century
gptkbp:first_described_by Dr. Otto Werner
gptkbp:function DNA helicase
gptkbp:habitat chromosome 8
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Werner syndrome
gptkbp:is_popular_in rare disorder
gptkbp:lifespan shortened lifespan
gptkbp:premiered_on adolescence to early adulthood
gptkbp:research_focus aging mechanisms
gptkbp:social_responsibility genetic testing
clinical evaluation
gptkbp:symptoms gptkb:Company
cataracts
osteoporosis
premature aging
skin changes
gptkbp:treatment symptomatic management