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niemann-pick disease

/ˈniːmɑːn pɪk dɪˈziːz/

翻译: 一种罕见的遗传性代谢疾病,由酸性鞘磷脂酶缺乏引起,导致脂质(脂肪)在细胞内有害积累,主要影响肝、脾、肺和大脑。

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/ˈniːmɑːn pɪk dɪˈziːz/formalmedical
  • zh一种罕见的遗传性代谢疾病,由酸性鞘磷脂酶缺乏引起,导致脂质(脂肪)在细胞内有害积累,主要影响肝、脾、肺和大脑。

A rare, inherited metabolic disorder characterized by the accumulation of harmful amounts of lipids (fats) within cells, particularly affecting the liver, spleen, lungs, and brain. It is caused by a deficiency of the enzyme acid sphingomyelinase.

  1. Genetic metabolic disorderC2formal

    A rare inherited disease that affects the body's ability to metabolize lipids, leading to accumulation of harmful substances in cells, especially in the spleen, liver, and brain.

    zh遗传性代谢障碍

    • Niemann-Pick disease is caused by a deficiency of the enzyme sphingomyelinase.
    • Children with Niemann-Pick disease often experience neurological symptoms.
    • Treatment for Niemann-Pick disease focuses on managing symptoms and improving quality of life.