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BOF 48
Alkaptonuria, all are true except:
1-an autosomal recessive disorder due to deficiency of the enzyme homogentisic acid oxidase
2-renal stones are rare
3-interverteberal disc calcification
4-dark sweat stained clothing
5-pale pinnae

Answer 5
1-true, causing accumulation of homogentisic acid polymers and deposition in cartilage and soft tissues
2-also aortic valve disease and ocular involvement are rare
3-and arthritis
4-and dark –black urine
5-false, pigmentation of the pinnae
Remember, there is no specific treatment, only symptomatic e.g. for the arthritis

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Revise alkaptonuria KEYS to SUCCESS in Medicine page 63-64

 

 

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