Mucopolysaccharidosis I

Mar 19, 2025

Mucopolysaccharidosis (MPS) is a group of rare genetic disorders affecting roughly 1 in 25,000 births, yet its impact is profound. Caused by enzyme deficiencies, MPS leads to the buildup of complex sugars in cells, resulting in progressive damage to the heart, bones, brain, and other organs. Symptoms can vary widel...

Aug 06, 2018

Mucopolysaccharidosis I (MPS I) (Hurler Syndrome) – a lesser developed window Mucopolysaccharidosis (MPS) is a group of rare, hereditary and incurable “storage diseases”, which is named after mucopolysaccharides (sugars bound to proteins). The stored mucopolysaccharides are called as glycosaminoglycans (GAGs). ...