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Wilson Disease
Description Wilson disease, also known as hepatolenticular degeneration, is a rare inherited systemic disorder of copper metabolism. In patients with this disease, copper initially accumulates in the liver. When the liver's storage capacity is eventually exceeded, copper is then released from the liver and begins to collect in other organs of the body, particularly the brain, eyes, and kidneys. Please see the following topics related to Wilson disease below, and available on the left side of this page. WE MOVE makes every effort to present medical information that is up-to-date and accurate. The material provided has undergone rigorous medical review. Information regarding the authors, editors, publisher, and medical reviewers of this material of the WE MOVE Web site is listed below. Medical science is constantly changing. Therefore, the authors, editors, and publisher do not warrant that the information in this text is complete, nor are they responsible for omissions or errors in the text or for the results of the use of this information. This information does not replace consultation with a physician. All medical procedures, drug doses, indications, and contraindications should be discussed with your personal physician. Medical Editor: Joy B. Leffler, NASW, AMIA |
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