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Senior-Løken syndrome

Senior-Løken syndrome is a rare disorder characterised by the combination of two specific features: a kidney condition called nephronophthisis and an eye condition known as Leber congenital amaurosis.

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Senior-Løken syndrome is a rare disorder characterised by the combination of two specific features: a kidney condition called nephronophthisis and an eye condition known as Leber congenital amaurosis.

Nephronophthisis causes fluid-filled cysts to develop in the kidneys beginning in childhood. These cysts impair kidney function, initially causing increased urine production (polyuria), excessive thirst (polydipsia), general weakness, and extreme tiredness (fatigue). Nephronophthisis leads to end-stage renal disease (ESRD) later in childhood or in adolescence. ESRD is a life-threatening failure of kidney function that occurs when the kidneys are no longer able to filter fluids and waste products from the body effectively.

Leber congenital amaurosis primarily affects the retina, which is the specialized tissue at the back of the eye that detects light and colour. This condition causes vision problems, including an increased sensitivity to light (photophobia), involuntary movements of the eyes (nystagmus), and extreme farsightedness (hyperopia). Some people with Senior-Løken syndrome develop the signs of Leber congenital amaurosis within the first few years of life, while others do not develop vision problems until later in childhood.

Modelli di ereditarietà

The source lists the following possible inheritance patterns: Autosomal recessive. More than one pattern can apply in different cases.

Altri nomi

Loken-Senior syndrome

Renal dysplasia and retinal aplasia

Renal-retinal syndrome

Senior-Loken syndrome

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  • 1 Mar 2023 | Ultima versione
  • 1 Jun 2012 | Pubblicato originariamente

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