📋Overview
Hutchinson-Gilford Syndrome, also known as Hutchinson-Gilford Progeria Syndrome, is a rare genetic disorder that results in rapid physical aging. This condition is typically identified in infancy and is characterized by physiological changes that resemble advanced age.
The underlying cause involves a mutation in the LMNA gene, which produces an abnormal protein known as progerin. This protein interferes with the structural integrity of the cell nucleus, leading to cellular instability and the clinical features of the syndrome.
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Medical codes (for reference)
UMLS CUI: C0033300Codes are provided for reference and interoperability. They are not a diagnosis.
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