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Hurler syndrome - Prevention

Alternative Names

Alpha-L-iduronate deficiency; Mucopolysaccharidosis type I; MPS I H

Prevention:

Experts recommend genetic counseling and testing for couples with a family history of Hurler syndrome who are considering having children.

  • Reviewed last on: 5/22/2007
  • Brian Kirmse, M.D., Department of Human Genetics, Mount Sinai School of Medicine, New York, NY. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.

References

Staba SL, Escolar ML, Poe M, et al. Cord-blood transplants from unrelated donors in patients with Hurler's syndrome. N Engl J Med. 2004 May 6;350(19):1960-9.

National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke. Mucolipidoses Fact Sheet. Office of Communications and Public Liaison. Bethesda, MD; Publication No. 03-5115. February 13, 2007.