Tag: MPS

  • MPS

    MPS: Definition and Description of MPS: MPS, or Mucopolysaccharidosis, refers to a group of inherited metabolic disorders caused by the body’s inability to properly break down certain types of carbohydrates known as glycosaminoglycans (GAGs). These complex molecules are essential for the structure and function of connective tissues. In individuals with MPS, the accumulation of GAGs…

  • Mucopolysaccharidoses

    Mucopolysaccharidoses: Definition and Description of Mucopolysaccharidoses: Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS) are a group of inherited lysosomal storage disorders caused by the deficiency of specific enzymes necessary to break down glycosaminoglycans (GAGs), which are long chains of sugar molecules. These enzymes play a vital role in metabolism, and their deficiency leads to the accumulation of GAGs in various…