302 Hearing Abnormalities in Children with Fabry Disease: Data from FOS - the Fabry Outcome Survey

2005

Background: Fabry disease is an X-linked glycosphingolipid storage disorder due to a deficiency of the enzyme alpha-galactosidase A. Accumulation of substrate results in a progressive and life-threatening multisystemic disease. Early clinical manifestations include pain and gastrointestinal symptoms. Sensorineural hearing loss and vertigo are well-recognized features of the disorder, occurring in approximately 50% of adults with Fabry disease. We have investigated the audiological symptoms of Fabry disease in children using pure-tone and impedance audiometry. Methods: Symptom history was obtained using a standardized questionnaire from FOS − the Fabry Outcome Survey. Hearing was measured us…