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Lysosomal Storage Diseases

Lysosomal Storage Diseases

Lysosomal Storage Diseases: Understanding the Impact on Health 1. Introduction Lysosomal storage diseases (LSDs) are a group of rare inherited metabolic disorders characterized by the dysfunctional storage of toxic materials in the body’s cells. This occurs due to defects in lysosomal function, leading to the accumulation of substances such as lipids, proteins, and complex sugars…