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Morquio syndrome - Treatment

Alternative Names

Mucopolysaccharidosis type IVA; Galactosamine-6-sulfatase deficiency; Mucopolysaccharidosis type IVB; Beta galactosidase deficiency; MPS IV

Treatment:

There is no specific treatment for Morquio syndrome. Symptoms are treated as they occur.

A spinal fusion may prevent irreversible spinal cord injury in persons whose neck bones are underdeveloped.

Support Groups:

National MPS Society --www.mpssociety.org

Expectations (prognosis):

Cognitive function is usually normal in patients with Morquio syndrome.

Bone problems can lead to significant complications. For example, the small bones at the top of the neck may slip and damage the spinal cord, causing paralysis. Surgery to correct such problems should be done if possible.

Cardiac complications may lead to death.

Complications:

Breathing problems
Heart failure
Spinal cord damage and possible paralysis
Vision problems
Walking problems related to abnormal curvature of the spine and other bone problems

Calling your health care provider:

Call your health care provider if symptoms of Morquio syndrome occur.

Reviewed last on: 7/1/2007
Brian Kirmse, MD, Mount Sinai School of Medicine, Department of Human Genetics, New York, NY. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.

References

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.

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