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World J Hepatol. Oct 27, 2022; 14(10): 1844-1861
Published online Oct 27, 2022. doi: 10.4254/wjh.v14.i10.1844
Natural history and management of liver dysfunction in lysosomal storage disorders
Moinak Sen Sarma, Parijat Ram Tripathi
Moinak Sen Sarma, Department of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Sanjay Gandhi Postgraduate Institute of Medical Sciences, Lucknow 226014, India
Parijat Ram Tripathi, Department of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Ankura Hospital for Women and Children, Hyderabad 500072, India
Author contributions: Sen Sarma M contributed to the conception and final drafting of the manuscript; Tripathi PR contributed to the data collation and primary drafting of the manuscript.
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Corresponding author: Moinak Sen Sarma, MD, Associate Professor, Department of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Sanjay Gandhi Postgraduate Institute of Medical Sciences, Raebareli Road, Lucknow 226014, India. moinaksen@gmail.com
Received: December 27, 2021
Peer-review started: December 27, 2021
First decision: March 7, 2022
Revised: April 21, 2022
Accepted: September 21, 2022
Article in press: September 21, 2022
Published online: October 27, 2022
Core Tip

Core Tip: Lysosomal storage disorders have a multisystem involvement. Gaucher disease, Niemann-Pick disease, and lysosomal acid lipase deficiency (Wolman disease and cholesteryl ester storage disorder) may present with predominant liver dysfunction. Those with neonatal-onset, severe extrahepatic and multi-systemic presentations often have challenging outcomes. Enzyme replacement therapy and liver transplantation are encouraged in selected patients. Genetic tests and counseling are important aspects of disease management.