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Leukoencephalopathy with thalamus and brainstem involvement and high lactate
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Age of onset
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Inheritance
Autosomal dominant A pathogenic variant in only one gene copy in each cell is sufficient to cause an autosomal dominant disease.
Autosomal recessive Pathogenic variants in both copies of each gene of the chromosome are needed to cause an autosomal recessive disease and observe the mutant phenotype.
X-linked
dominant X-linked dominant inheritance, sometimes referred to as X-linked dominance, is a mode of genetic inheritance by which a dominant gene is carried on the X chromosome.
dominant X-linked dominant inheritance, sometimes referred to as X-linked dominance, is a mode of genetic inheritance by which a dominant gene is carried on the X chromosome.
X-linked
recessive Pathogenic variants in both copies of a gene on the X chromosome cause an X-linked recessive disorder.
recessive Pathogenic variants in both copies of a gene on the X chromosome cause an X-linked recessive disorder.
Mitochondrial or multigenic Mitochondrial genetic disorders can be caused by changes (mutations) in either the mitochondrial DNA or nuclear DNA that lead to dysfunction of the mitochondria and inadequate production of energy.
Multigenic or multifactor Inheritance involving many factors, of which at least one is genetic but none is of overwhelming importance, as in the causation of a disease by multiple genetic and environmental factors.
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Other names (AKA)
Combined oxidative phosphorylation defect type 12; Combined oxidative phosphorylation deficiency 12; COXPD12;
Categories
Congenital and Genetic Diseases; Nervous System Diseases
Summary
Leukoencephalopathy with thalamus and brainstem involvement and high lactate (LTBL) is a rare disorder that affects the brain. It is part of a group of disorders known as leukodystrophies. Leukodystrophies are diseases that affect the white matter of the brain. The white matter contains nerve fibers (axons), surrounded by a type of sheath or covering called
LTBL is characterized by changes in specific parts of the brain including the cerebellum, thalamus and brainstem. These changes can be seen by brain
There are basically two forms of the disease based on severity of symptoms and age of onset: [2][3][4][5]
- A mild disease, with onset around 6 months of age, characterized by the loss of acquired skills (psychomotor regression), muscle stiffness (
spasticity ), irritability andseizures . These symptoms often improve during the toddler years. - A severe disease with symptoms that start in newborns and include brain and liver problems. Symptoms generally do not improve with age.
LTBL is caused by changes (
Symptoms
This table lists symptoms that people with this disease may have. For most diseases, symptoms will vary from person to person. People with the same disease may not have all the symptoms listed. This information comes from a database called the Human Phenotype Ontology (HPO) . The HPO collects information on symptoms that have been described in medical resources. The HPO is updated regularly. Use the HPO ID to access more in-depth information about a symptom.
Medical Terms | Other Names |
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HPO ID
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5%-29% of people have these symptoms | ||
Cholestasis |
Slowed or blocked flow of bile from liver
|
0001396 |
Cleft roof of mouth
|
0000175 | |
Hepatomegaly |
Enlarged liver
|
0002240 |
Macrovesicular hepatic steatosis | 0001403 | |
Percent of people who have these symptoms is not available through HPO | ||
Absent speech |
Absent speech development
Lack of language development
Lack of speech
No speech development
No speech or language development
Nonverbal
[ more ] |
0001344 |
0000007 | ||
Bradykinesia |
Slow movements
Slowness of movements
[ more ] |
0002067 |
Decreased activity of mitochondrial complex I | 0011923 | |
Decreased activity of mitochondrial complex III | 0011924 | |
Decreased activity of mitochondrial complex IV | 0008347 | |
Loss of developmental milestones
Mental deterioration in childhood
[ more ] |
0002376 | |
Dysplastic |
0006989 | |
0001332 | ||
Failure to thrive |
Faltering weight
Weight faltering
[ more ] |
0001508 |
Global |
0001263 | |
Hypoplasia of the corpus callosum |
Underdevelopment of part of brain called corpus callosum
|
0002079 |
Increased serum lactate | 0002151 | |
Infantile onset |
Onset in first year of life
Onset in infancy
[ more ] |
0003593 |
Lactic acidosis |
Increased lactate in body
|
0003128 |
Leukoencephalopathy | 0002352 | |
Neonatal |
Low muscle tone, in neonatal onset
|
0001319 |
Ophthalmoplegia |
Eye muscle paralysis
|
0000602 |
Drooping upper eyelid
|
0000508 | |
Ragged-red muscle fibers | 0003200 | |
0001250 | ||
Spastic tetraparesis | 0001285 | |
Visual impairment |
Impaired vision
Loss of eyesight
Poor vision
[ more ] |
0000505 |
Organizations
Support and advocacy groups can help you connect with other patients and families, and they can provide valuable services. Many develop patient-centered information and are the driving force behind research for better treatments and possible cures. They can direct you to research, resources, and services. Many organizations also have experts who serve as medical advisors or provide lists of doctors/clinics. Visit the group’s website or contact them to learn about the services they offer. Inclusion on this list is not an endorsement by GARD.
Organizations Providing General Support
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Alex The Leukodystrophy Charity (Alex TLC)
45 Peckham High Street
London, SE15 5EB United Kingdom
Telephone: 020 7701 4388
E-mail: [email protected]
Website: https://www.alextlc.org
Learn more
These resources provide more information about this condition or associated symptoms. The in-depth resources contain medical and scientific language that may be hard to understand. You may want to review these resources with a medical professional.
In-Depth Information
- Online Mendelian Inheritance in Man (OMIM) is a catalog of human genes and genetic disorders. Each entry has a summary of related medical articles. It is meant for health care professionals and researchers. OMIM is maintained by Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine.
- Orphanet is a European reference portal for information on rare diseases and orphan drugs. Access to this database is free of charge.
References
- Combined oxidative phosphorylation deficiency 12. OMIM. December, 2013; https://www.omim.org/entry/614924.
- Leukoencephalopathy with thalamus and brainstem involvement and high lactate.. Genetics Home Reference (GHR). September 2016; https://ghr.nlm.nih.gov/condition/leukoencephalopathy-with-thalamus-and-brainstem-involvement-and-high-lactate#.
- 3. Steenweg ME, Ghezzi D, Haack T, Abbink TE, Martinelli D, van Berkel CG, Bley A, Diogo L, Grillo E, Te Water Naudé J, Strom TM, Bertini E, Prokisch H, van der Knaap MS, Zeviani M.. Leukoencephalopathy with thalamus and brainstem involvement and high lactate 'LTBL' caused by EARS2 mutations.. Brain.. May, 2012; 135(Pt 5):1387-94. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/22492562.
- Sellars EA, Balmakund T, Bosanko K, Nichols BL, Kahler SG, Zarate YA. Severe Metabolic Acidosis and Hepatopathy due to Leukoencephalopathy with Thalamus and Brainstem Involvement and High Lactate.. Neuropediatrics. 2017; 48(2):108-110. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/?term=Severe+Metabolic+Acidosis+and+Hepatopathy+due+to+Leukoencephalopathy+with+Thalamus+and+Brainstem+Involvement+and+High+Lactate.
- Kevelam SH, Klouwer FC, Fock JM, Salomons GS, Bugiani M, van der Knaap MS. Absent Thalami Caused by a Homozygous EARS2 Mutation: Expanding Disease Spectrum of LTBL. Neuropediatrics. Jan, 2016; 47(1):64-7. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/?term=Absent+Thalami+Caused+by+a+Homozygous+EARS2+Mutation%3A+Expanding+Disease+Spectrum+of+LTBL.
- Wong LJ. Mitochondrial syndromes with leukoencephalopathies. Semin Neurol. 2012; 32(1):55-61. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/22422207.
- Vanderver A, Tonduti D, Schiffmann R, et al. Leukodystrophy Overview. GeneReviews. . February 6, 2014; https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK184570.