Atypical Presentation of Wilson Disease: Unravelling a Clinical and Radiological Complexity in a Rare Case.
Cureus
; 16(2): e54871, 2024 Feb.
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Wilson disease (WD) is an autosomal recessive disorder marked by aberrations in copper metabolism, leading to its accumulation in vital organs such as the liver, brain, cornea, kidneys, and heart. While WD typically presents with hepatic symptoms in early childhood, neuropsychiatric manifestations are more prevalent during adolescence. This case report highlights an extraordinary instance of WD in an eight-year-old girl, characterized by intricate clinical and radiological features. The patient exhibited atypical symptoms, emphasizing the importance of recognizing diverse presentations of WD. Delayed diagnosis and treatment initiation can prove fatal in WD cases, underscoring the significance of awareness regarding these unusual clinical and radiological features to facilitate prompt intervention and prevent adverse outcomes.
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