Congenital and Genetic Conditions
Congenital and genetic conditions can be inherited or caused by environmental factors and can vary from mild to severe. This section is focused on genetic and congenital disorders in children and adolescents.
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October is Rett Syndrome Awareness Month.
Rett syndrome is a progressive, neurodevelopmental disorder caused by multiple loss-of-function mutations to the MECP2 gene. Learn more at https://checkrare.com/rett-syndrome/
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Listen to Dr. Simmons talk about X-linked hypophosphatemia (XLH), a rare genetic condition caused by variants in the PHEX gene, and insights into patients' lived experiences. Learn more at http://checkrare.com/study-finds-wide-ranging-impact-of-x-linked-hypophosphatemia-on-patient-experiences
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October is Rett Syndrome Awareness Month.
Rett syndrome is a progressive, neurodevelopmental disorder caused by multiple loss-of-function mutations to the MECP2 gene. Learn more at https://checkrare.com/rett-syndrome/
#CheckRare #RettSyndrome #RettSyndromeAwareness
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Epigenetic Modifiers as Therapeutic Targets
Gaucher disease (GD) is a genetic disorder in which glucocerebroside accumulates in cells and certain organs. The disorder is characterized by bruising, fatigue, anemia, low blood platelet count and enlargement of the liver and spleen, and is caused by a hereditary deficiency of the enzyme glucocerebrosidase, which acts on glucocerebroside.

Complement-Mediated Kidney Disorders: A Case Series
This CME-accredited program, developed by Howard Trachtman and Carla M. Nester, utilizes three unique case studies to address clinical questions which explore the complexities involved in diagnosing, treating, and managing patients with various complement-mediated kidney disorders.

Overview of Epigenetics and Epigenomics in Lysosomal Disorders
Lysosomal storage diseases are a group of approximately 50 rare inherited metabolic diseases that are characterized by an abnormal build-up of various toxic materials in the body’s cells as a result of enzyme deficiencies.

Optimizing the Efficacy and Safety of Therapy for Fabry Disease
Fabry disease is an inherited disorder that results from the buildup of a particular type of fat in the body’s cells, called globotriaosylceramide or GL-3. The disorder affects many parts of the body.

Improving Health Equity in Hereditary Angioedema (HAE): A Panel Discussion
This panel discussion by three clinical research leaders in HAE, Drs. Aleena Banerji, Timothy Craig, and Marc Riedl, provide an overview of the discrepancies in care observed in certain patient populations, as well as a discussion on best practices to reduce those inequalities moving forward.

Consider Rare: Suspecting and Diagnosing Hereditary Angioedema
Hereditary angioedema (HAE) is a rare condition often due to reduced levels C1-inhibitor, which is a protein involved in various physiological processes in plasma, most notably with the complement system.

Rett Syndrome
Rett syndrome is a multisystem disorder that primarily affects girls. Only in rare cases are boys affected (who may experience more severe symptoms). Multiple loss-of-function mutations to the MECP2 gene are the cause of Rett syndrome.

Understanding the Global Differences in Lysosomal Disorders for Patient Care
Lysosomal storage diseases are a group of approximately 50 rare inherited metabolic diseases that are characterized by an abnormal build-up of various toxic materials in the body’s cells as a result of enzyme deficiencies.

WHIM Syndrome: Overview, Diagnosis, and Management
WHIM syndrome is a rare, congenital primary immunodeficiency disorder associated with neutropenia that typically presents in childhood or adolescence. However, due to the heterogeneous presentation of the disease, coupled with lack of awareness of the condition, recognition and diagnosis is often delayed.

Watch the DAYBUE® (trofinetide) in Practice Video Series to Hear Expert Insights on the First Treatment for This Rare Disease
Rett syndrome thought leaders discuss how DAYBUE® (trofinetide), the first and only FDA-approved treatment for Rett syndrome in adults and pediatric patients 2 years of age and older, plays a role in their patients’ treatment plans, while shedding light on their personal experiences with DAYBUE in their practices.

Epigenetic and Epigenomics Signature in Lysosomal Disorders Pathology
Lysosomal storage diseases are a group of approximately 50 rare inherited metabolic diseases that are characterized by an abnormal build-up of various toxic materials in the body’s cells as a result of enzyme deficiencies.

Optimizing Therapeutic Proteins Through PEGylation: Key Parameters and Impacts
The session will delve into the process of PEGylation, where polyethylene glycol (PEG) is conjugated to functional amino acid groups on the protein surface. This modification may enhance the properties of therapeutic proteins, offering advantages in stability, half-life, and immunogenicity.

Learn About WHIM Syndrome
WHIM syndrome is a rare, congenital primary immunodeficiency disorder associated with neutropenia that typically presents in childhood or adolescence, predominantly caused by pathogenic variants in the CXCR4 chemokine receptor gene.



CALIBRATE Trial of Encaleret in Patients With Autosomal Dominant Hypocalcemia Type 1
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