Zellweger Syndrome is a rare hereditary disorder affecting infants. It is characterized by reduction or absence of peroxisomes in the cells of the liver, kidneys, and brain.
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- NORD: Zellweger Syndrome Offers alternate names, a general discussion and resources.
- Zellweger Syndrome Information page compiled by NINDS, the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke.
- Zellweger Baby Support Network Provides support to families who are affected by this disorder. Includes information on Zellweger and related disorders, research, message boards and chat.
- GeneReviews: Peroxisome Biogenesis Disorders, Zellweger Syndrome Spectrum Summary, diagnosis, clinical description, differential diagnosis, management, genetic counseling and molecular genetics.
- Online Mendelian Inheritance in Man: Zellweger Syndome Clinical information on this disorder characterized by an individual's inability to beta-oxidize very-long chain fatty acids.