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Plural Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS)

Definition

Plural mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS) are a group of rare, inherited metabolic disorders characterized by the accumulation of glycosaminoglycans (GAGs) in various tissues and organs due to the deficiency or dysfunction of specific lysosomal enzymes. This accumulation can lead to a wide range of symptoms and complications, affecting multiple organ systems.