Gaucher disease and bone manifestations

Calcif Tissue Int. 2014 Dec;95(6):477-94. doi: 10.1007/s00223-014-9923-y. Epub 2014 Nov 7.

Abstract

Gaucher disease is a relatively rare metabolic disease caused by the inherited deficiency of the lysosomal enzyme glucocerebrosidase. Gaucher disease affects multiple organs, among which is the skeleton. Bone involvement occurs frequently in Gaucher disease, and is one of its most debilitating features, reducing the quality of life of patients. Bone status is an important consideration for treatment to ameliorate symptoms and reduce the risk of irreversible complications. We have conducted a systematic review of all the various aspects of Gaucher disease, focusing on different skeletal manifestations, pathophysiology of bone alterations, clinical symptoms, and current diagnostic and therapeutic approaches.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
  • Review
  • Systematic Review

MeSH terms

  • Bone Diseases / etiology*
  • Bone Diseases / physiopathology*
  • Gaucher Disease / complications*
  • Gaucher Disease / physiopathology*
  • Humans