Differential Diagnosis Of Alpha-mannosidosis (AM) – Hearing Impairment As An Early Sign In Children

60 minutes
English
Rare Diseases
Alpha-Mannosidosis
AM

A webinar series dedicated to spotting the early signs of alpha-mannosidosis (AM), an ultra-rare genetic disorder caused by a deficiency of the lysosomal enzyme alpha-mannosidase. The symptoms, severity, and progression of alpha-mannosidosis vary widely between individuals, making diagnosis challenging and often delayed. Minimizing the time to diagnosis is important in ensuring that individuals with alpha-mannosidosis and their families receive timely access to support and specialist MDT care. Join our experts as they explore alpha-mannosidosis's diverse symptoms, challenges, solutions for timely diagnosis, and best practices for long-term management and multidisciplinary care. The webinars will feature case study examples, practical advice, and audience Q&A.

Learning Objectives

Recapping the main signs of AM and exploring the key symptoms to look forExploring how hearing impairment is present in 95% of AM casesExamining the latest data on hearing loss and AM Reviewing the diagnostic process and the differential diagnosis with other conditionsViewing hearing impairment as a key red flag for lysosomal storage disorders