📋Overview
Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS) are a group of inherited lysosomal storage disorders characterized by the body's inability to break down glycosaminoglycans (formerly called mucopolysaccharides). These disorders lead to accumulation of these complex sugars in cells, causing progressive damage to tissues and organs. MPS includes several distinct types, each caused by deficiency of a specific enzyme involved in glycosaminoglycan degradation.
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Medical codes (for reference)
UMLS CUI: C0026703ICD-10-CM
E76.3
MeSH
D009083
SNOMED CT (US)
11380006
Codes are provided for reference and interoperability. They are not a diagnosis.
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