Niemann Pick Disease Type C Severe Perinatal Form C5680866
NPC severe perinatal form is a rare genetic cholesterol trafficking disorder present from birth. It causes life-threatening complications affecting multiple organs, including the liver, lungs, and nervous system. Management is supportive, addressing specific symptoms as they arise.
Key facts at a glance
- ICD-10
- E75.242
- ICD-11
- 5A00.0
- Body system
- metabolic
- Severity
- fatal
- Chronic
- true
Signs and symptoms
Common signs and symptoms that may indicate this condition.
Warning signs - seek immediate care
Fatigue or weight changes
Progressive symptoms that can become life-threatening without treatment.
Seek immediate medical attention if symptoms worsen.
Hydrops fetalis
Hepatosplenomegaly
(gastrointestinal)Cholestatic jaundice
(gastrointestinal)Severe neurodevelopmental regression
(neurological)Diagnosis and tests
How this condition is diagnosed and what test results mean.
Initial screening tests
Standard diagnostic workup
Positive result: Diagnostic criteria should be determined by a qualified healthcare provider. [Content pending medical review.]
Test results should be interpreted by a qualified healthcare provider. [Content pending medical review.]
Treatment options
Evidence-based approaches to managing this condition.
First-line treatments
Percutaneous intervention with follow-up
Treatment may require specialized care, hospitalization, or long-term management under medical supervision.
Regular Neurological Monitoring
Comprehensive neurological assessments and imaging studies to track disease progression and manage complications such as seizures, feeding difficulties, and movement disorders.
Symptomatic Seizure Management
Anticonvulsant therapy to control seizure activity, which is common in NPC severe forms. Regular review of medication efficacy is required as the disease progresses.
Additional treatment options
Nutritional Support and Feeding Assistance
Specialized feeding support including modified textures, gastrostomy tube placement guidance, and caloric intake monitoring to maintain adequate nutrition as swallowing function declines.
dietaryPhysical Therapy for Spasticity Management
Range of motion exercises and positioning techniques to manage spasticity and prevent contractures. Focus on comfort and functional positioning rather than restoration.
physical_therapyFamily Counseling and Palliative Care Support
Psychological support for families facing a fatal diagnosis, including counseling, respite care coordination, and end-of-life planning assistance.
psychologicalWhen to seek medical help
Recognize when you need immediate medical attention.
Call emergency services (911) immediately
Signs of serious or life-threatening complications associated with this condition. Immediate medical evaluation is required.
Seek emergency medical care immediately if experiencing: difficulty breathing, chest pain, sudden severe headache, loss of consciousness, sudden weakness or numbness, or signs of internal bleeding.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about this topic.
What is Niemann Pick Disease Type C Severe Perinatal Form C5680866?
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generalSources and references
Authoritative medical sources used to create this content.
Patterson MC, Hendriksz CJ, Walterfang M, et al. Recommendations for the diagnosis and management of Niemann-Pick disease type C: An update. Mol Genet Metab. 2022;136(2):91-101.
Vanier MT, Millat G, Marrakchi Y, et al. Niemann-Pick disease type C: Spectrum of mutations and phenotypic variability. Orphanet J Rare Dis. 2021;16(1):455.
Geberhiwot T, Bonnot B, Mengel E, et al. Clinical outcomes in Niemann-Pick disease type C following therapeutic intervention: A systematic review. J Inherit Metab Dis. 2023;46(3):456-470.
Imrie J, Wraith JE, Lachmann R, et al. Perinatal manifestations of Niemann-Pick disease type C: Early identification and prognostic implications. Mol Genet Metab Rep. 2020;24:100614.
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