Mucopolysaccharidosis VII (MPS VII) is a lysosomal storage disorder characterized by a deficiency in beta-glucuronidase activity, leading to systemic accumulation of poorly degraded glycosaminoglycans (GAG). Along with other morbidities, MPS VII is associated with pediatric spinal deformity. The
METHODS
A case study with review of surgical technique in craniovertebral stabilization for young children with mucopolysaccharidosis.
OBJECTIVE
To describe an interesting patient with a rare metabolic disorder and review surgical technique for craniovertebral instability in this rare patient
This report describes a third mucopolysaccharidosis in animals: canine mucopolysaccharidosis VII. The affected dog was the offspring of a father-daughter mating. Weakness in the rear legs was evident at 8 weeks of age and became progressively worse. He had a large head, a shortened maxilla, and
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