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Niemann-Pick Disease: Understanding the Rare Genetic Disorder 1. Introduction Niemann-Pick Disease (NPD) refers to a group of rare, inherited metabolic disorders that are characterized by the abnormal accumulation of lipids (fats) within cells throughout the body. This accumulation leads to the impairment of cell function and, consequently, the progressive deterioration of multiple organs and systems….
Niemann-Pick Disease, Type A: Understanding the Rare Genetic Disorder 1. Introduction Niemann-Pick Disease, Type A (NPD-A) is a rare and fatal genetic disorder that falls under the broader category of lysosomal storage diseases. It is characterized by the body’s inability to metabolize lipids properly, leading to the accumulation of harmful levels of these substances in…