Metageria

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Metageria is a rare, genetic, metabolic disorder characterized by early childhood onset of neurodegeneration, dysphagia, ataxia, and intellectual disability, associated with progressive psychomotor regression, seizures, autonomic dysfunction and movement disorders.

Clinical Description[edit | edit source]

Patients with Metageria typically present in early childhood with dysphagia, ataxia, and intellectual disability. As the disease progresses, patients may develop seizures, autonomic dysfunction, and movement disorders. The disease is progressive and often leads to severe neurodegeneration.

Etiology[edit | edit source]

Metageria is caused by mutations in the MEGF10 gene. This gene provides instructions for making a protein that is involved in the process of autophagy, which is the body's way of cleaning out damaged cells, in order to regenerate newer, healthier cells.

Diagnosis[edit | edit source]

Diagnosis of Metageria is based on clinical symptoms and confirmed by genetic testing showing mutations in the MEGF10 gene.

Treatment[edit | edit source]

There is currently no cure for Metageria. Treatment is supportive and aimed at managing symptoms.

Prognosis[edit | edit source]

The prognosis for individuals with Metageria is poor. The disease is progressive and often leads to severe neurodegeneration.

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