Pseudoxanthoma Elasticum
This is a disorder of elastic fibers which are abnormally formed as a result of a gene mutation.
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Pseudoxanthoma elasticum
Pseudoxanthoma elasticum (PXE) is an inherited disorder of connective tissue, characterized by abnormal elastotic fibers in the skin, blood vessels and eye.
What is pseudoxanthoma elasticum?
Pseudoxanthoma elasticum is a progressive disorder that is characterized by accumulated deposits of calcium (calcification) and other minerals in elastic fibers, which are a component of connective tissue.
How is pseudoxanthoma elasticum inherited?
PXE is inherited from the parents, either as an autosomal recessive or as an autosomal dominant trait.
Pseudoxanthoma Elasticum At A Glance
Pseudoxanthoma elasticum (PXE) is a rare disorder of degeneration of the elastic fibers.
PXE is inherited from the parents.
Pseudoxanthoma elasticum ( PXE ) is a hereditary connective tissue disorder affecting the skin, eyes, and blood vessels. PXE is a rare disease. Its incidence has been estimated at 1 in 25,000-50,000.
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Pseudoxanthoma elasticum
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Angioid streaks are seen in patients with pseudoxanthoma elasticum, a rare disorder of degeneration of the elastic fibers with tiny areas of calcification in the skin, retinae, and blood vessels. Angioid streaks can be associated with blindness.
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