Article: Pantothenate Kinase Associated Neurodegeneration: A Case Report
Abstract:
Pantothenate kinase-associated neurodegeneration (PKAN) is a form of neurodegeneration with brain iron accumulation (NBIA), formerly called Hallervorden-Spatz syndrome. PKAN is the first described inborn error of coenzyme A metabolism. PKAN encompasses two clinical subtypes, classic and atypical. We here report an eight year girl diagnosed as classic PKAN. We also review the literature about PKAN.
S Rahar
Senior Resident, Department of Ophthalmology, Safdarjung Hospital and Vardhaman Mahaveer Medical College, New Delhi
A Chaudhary
Junior Specialist, Department of Paediatrics, Sri Kalyan Hospital, Sikar, Rajasthan
Keywords
Eye of tiger sign, NBIA, Neuroregeneration, Iron Accumulation, Hallevorden Spatz Syndrome
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https://doi.org/10.3126/jnps.v32i1.5333
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