Werner syndrome

Orpha code: 902OMIM code: 277700

Definition

Werner syndrome (WS) is a rare inherited syndrome characterized by premature aging with onset in the third decade of life and with cardinal clinical features including bilateral cataracts, short stature, graying and thinning of scalp hair, characteristic skin disorders and premature onset of additional age-related disorders.

Disease data
Classification

Disease

Synonyms
Adult progeria
Progeria dorosłych
WS
WS
ORPHA code
902
OMIM code
277700
ICD10 code
E34.8
ICD11 code
LD2B

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