Hutchinson-gilford progeria syndrome
Overview
What is Hutchinson-Gilford Progeria syndrome?
Hutchinson-Gilford Progeria syndrome, or progeria, is a rare genetic condition that makes a person's body seem to age much faster than expected. Children with progeria have trouble growing and gaining weight. Children typically experience medical issues that are usually associated with older age, such as hair loss, bone changes, hearing loss, joint stiffness, atherosclerosis (hardening of the arteries), and heart disease. As of June 14, 2016, there is no cure for progeria, but the symptoms and medical issues can be monitored and treated to increase a child's quality of life.
References
- Progeria Research Foundation's "The Progeria Handbook"
- Gordon LB, Brown WT, Collins FS. Hutchinson-Gilford Progeria Syndrome. 2003 Dec 12 [Updated 2015 Jan 8]. In: Pagon RA, Adam MP, Ardinger HH, et al., editors. GeneReviews® [Internet]. Seattle (WA): University of Washington, Seattle; 1993-2016. Available from: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK1121/
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What is another name for Hutchinson-Gilford progeria syndrome?
How many people have Hutchinson-Gilford progeria?
What is the usual abbreviation for Hutchinson-Gilford Progeria syndrome?
What is another name for Hutchinson-Gilford progeria syndrome?
Hutchinson-Gilford Progeria syndrome may be shortened to progeria or Hutchinson-Gilford syndrome.
References
- https://ghr.nlm.nih.gov/condition/hutchinson-gilford-progeria-syndromeGenetics Home Reference
How many people have Hutchinson-Gilford progeria?
Hutchinson-Gilford Progeria syndrome is extremely rare. The incidence in newborns is thought to be approximately 1 in 4 million babies.
What is the usual abbreviation for Hutchinson-Gilford Progeria syndrome?
Hutchinson-Gilford Progeria syndrome is usually abbreviated as HGPS.
References
- https://ghr.nlm.nih.gov/condition/hutchinson-gilford-progeria-syndromeGenetics Home Reference
