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Hurler Syndrome
Alpha L iduronidase , Mucopolysaccharidois, MPS-I, Dysostosis multiplex, Gargoylism
Hurler Syndrome is a lysosomal storage disease (Mucopolysaccharide type I) affecting both sexes with onset in
infancy or early childhood. After a period of normal growth there is a progressive deterioration in physical and intellectual abilities. Death usually occurs in childhood.
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Support Groups
Person/Organisation:
Lysosomal Diseases New Zealand
Postal Address:
125 Cuba Street
Petone
Lower Hutt
Phone Number:
04 566 7707
Fax Number:
04 566 7717
Email:
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