Wilson disease is an inherited disorder in which excessive amounts of copper accumulate in the body, particularly in the liver, brain, and eyes. Explore symptoms, inheritance, genetics of this condition. Wilson’s disease is a rare genetic disorder that causes copper poisoning in the body. Find out how doctors diagnose and treat this condition. INTRODUCTION Wilson disease (WD) is a rare autosomal recessive disorder of copper transport and accumulation that primarily affects individuals aged 3–55 years old, 1 affects the liver and central nervous system, and has an approximate prevalence of 1 in 30,000. 2 Worldwide, the prevalence is 30 per million population. 3 The disease is rare, and a variety of invasive and noninvasive testing modalities for diagnosis exist. Treatment options still include the original medications from the ... The WDA aspires to unmask the challenges of Wilson disease and unleash the promise of a cure.
