Tag: health complications
Sphingomyelinase Deficiency
Sphingomyelinase Deficiency: Definition and Description of Sphingomyelinase Deficiency: Sphingomyelinase Deficiency, also known as Niemann-Pick Disease type A and B, is a rare genetic disorder characterized by a deficiency of the enzyme sphingomyelinase. This enzyme plays a critical role in lipid metabolism, particularly in breaking down sphingomyelin, a type of lipid found in cell membranes. When…
Primary Amyloidosis
Primary Amyloidosis: Definition and Description of Primary Amyloidosis: Primary amyloidosis, also known as AL amyloidosis, is a rare disease that occurs when abnormal proteins, known as light chains, misfold and aggregate into fibrils. These fibrils deposit in various tissues and organs, disrupting normal function. The condition is often associated with an underlying plasma cell disorder…
Oophorectomy
Oophorectomy: Definition and Description of Oophorectomy: Oophorectomy refers to the surgical removal of one or both ovaries, which are integral components of the female reproductive system. This procedure can be performed unilaterally (removing one ovary) or bilaterally (removing both). Oophorectomy is typically indicated in cases such as ovarian cancer, endometriosis, or in conjunction with a…