Alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency - 20/08/11
, Catherine M. Greene, Tomas P. Carroll, Noel G. McElvaney, Shane J. O'NeillSummary |
Objective |
To review the topic of alpha-1 antitrypsin (AAT) deficiency.
Method |
Narrative literature review.
Results |
Much work has been carried out on this condition with many questions being answered but still further questions remain.
Discussion and conclusions |
AAT deficiency is an autosomal co-dominantly inherited disease which affects the lungs and liver predominantly. The clinical manifestations, prevalence, genetics, molecular pathophysiology, screening and treatment recommendations are summarised in this review.
Le texte complet de cet article est disponible en PDF.Keywords : Alpha-1 antitrypsin, Alpha-1 antitryspin deficiency, Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), SERPINA1 gene
Plan
Vol 104 - N° 6
P. 763-772 - juin 2010 Retour au numéroBienvenue sur EM-consulte, la référence des professionnels de santé.
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