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Cholesterol Ester Storage Disease

Cholesterol Ester Storage Disease

Understanding Cholesterol Ester Storage Disease: Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, Treatment, and Living with the Condition Introduction Cholesterol Ester Storage Disease (CESD) is a rare genetic disorder that affects the body’s ability to break down certain fats, leading to the accumulation of cholesterol esters in various tissues. This condition is caused by mutations in the LIPA gene,…