Glycogen Storage Disease Type l: Don ’t Miss the Signs

Glycogen storage diseases (GSDs) are a group of genetic disorders that occur in approximately 1 in 100,000 individuals depending on the subtype. Patients with GSD type I lack glucose-6 phosphate, 1 of the enzymes needed to convert glycogen to glucose during times of fasting. GSD type I is the most severe form because of the risk of life-threatening hypoglycemic episodes. Patients with GSDs require a team of professionals who specialize in metabolic disorders to monitor and manage their disease because of its complex nature.

Source: The Journal for Nurse Practitioners - April 5, 2020 Category: Nursing Authors: Carla Q. Anderson, Elizabeth Wechter, Lee Anne Siegmund Tags: Featured Article Source Type: research