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Disease Profile

Autosomal recessive Alport syndrome

Prevalence
Prevalence estimates on Rare Medical Network websites are calculated based on data available from numerous sources, including US and European government statistics, the NIH, Orphanet, and published epidemiologic studies. Rare disease population data is recognized to be highly variable, and based on a wide variety of source data and methodologies, so the prevalence data on this site should be assumed to be estimated and cannot be considered to be absolutely correct.

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Age of onset

Childhood

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ICD-10

Q87.8

Inheritance

Autosomal dominant A pathogenic variant in only one gene copy in each cell is sufficient to cause an autosomal dominant disease.

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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.

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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.

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X-linked
recessive Pathogenic variants in both copies of a gene on the X chromosome cause an X-linked recessive disorder.

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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.

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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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Not applicable

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Other names (AKA)

Alport syndrome autosomal recessive; Nephropathy and deafness; Alport syndrome recessive type

Categories

Congenital and Genetic Diseases; Ear, Nose, and Throat Diseases; Eye diseases;

Summary

Autosomal recessive Alport syndrome is a genetic condition characterized by kidney disease, hearing loss, and eye abnormalities. Most affected individuals experience progressive loss of kidney function, usually resulting in end-stage kidney disease. People with Alport syndrome frequently develop sensorineural hearing loss in late childhood or early adolescence.[1][2] The eye abnormalities seen in this condition seldom lead to vision loss.[1][3] Alport syndrome can have different patterns of inheritance. About 15 percent of Alport syndrome cases are inherited in an autosomal recessive pattern and are caused by mutations in both copies of the COL4A3 or COL4A4 genes.[1] Treatment is based on the symptoms present and may include medications to delay the progression of kidney disease. In most cases, a kidney transplant is eventually needed.[3]

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
Percent of people who have these symptoms is not available through HPO
Anterior lenticonus
0011501
Autosomal recessive inheritance
0000007
Cataract
Clouding of the lens of the eye
Cloudy lens

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0000518
Corneal erosion
Damage to outer layer of the cornea of the eye
0200020
Diffuse glomerular basement membrane lamellation
0030034
Hearing impairment
Deafness
Hearing defect

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0000365
Hematuria
Blood in urine
0000790
Hypertension
0000822
Myopia
Close sighted
Near sighted
Near sightedness
Nearsightedness

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0000545
Nephritis
Kidney inflammation
0000123
Nephrotic syndrome
0000100
Progressive
Worsens with time
0003676
Proteinuria
High urine protein levels
Protein in urine

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0000093
Renal insufficiency
Renal failure
Renal failure in adulthood

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0000083
Stage 5 chronic kidney disease
0003774
Thickened glomerular basement membrane
0004722

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.

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      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.

      Where to Start

      • MedlinePlus was designed by the National Library of Medicine to help you research your health questions, and it provides more information about this topic.
      • Genetics Home Reference (GHR) contains information on Autosomal recessive Alport syndrome. This website is maintained by the National Library of Medicine.
      • The National Organization for Rare Disorders (NORD) has a report for patients and families about this condition. NORD is a patient advocacy organization for individuals with rare diseases and the organizations that serve them.

        In-Depth Information

        • GeneReviews provides current, expert-authored, peer-reviewed, full-text articles describing the application of genetic testing to the diagnosis, management, and genetic counseling of patients with specific inherited conditions.
        • Medscape Reference provides information on this topic. You may need to register to view the medical textbook, but registration is free.
        • The Monarch Initiative brings together data about this condition from humans and other species to help physicians and biomedical researchers. Monarch’s tools are designed to make it easier to compare the signs and symptoms (phenotypes) of different diseases and discover common features. This initiative is a collaboration between several academic institutions across the world and is funded by the National Institutes of Health. Visit the website to explore the biology of this condition.
        • 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.
        • PubMed is a searchable database of medical literature and lists journal articles that discuss Autosomal recessive Alport syndrome. Click on the link to view a sample search on this topic.

          References

          1. Alport syndrome. Genetics Home Reference. December 2013; https://ghr.nlm.nih.gov/condition/alport-syndrome.
          2. Kashtan CE. Alport Syndrome and Thin Basement Membrane Nephropathy. GeneReviews. November 25, 2015; https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK1207/.
          3. Kashtan C. Alport Syndrome. National Organization for Rare Disorders (NORD). 2014; https://rarediseases.org/rare-diseases/alport-syndrome/.