Wolman's disease

Wolman's disease definition - medical

Wol·man's disease (wôlˈmənz)

noun
An inherited disorder of lipid metabolism caused by a deficiency of lysosomal acid lipase and resulting in the widespread accumulation of cholesterol esters and triglycerides in the internal organs.

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