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Molybdenum cofactor deficiency

Prevalence
Prevalence estimates on Rare Medical Network websites are calculated based on data available from numerous sources, including US and European government statistics, the NIH, Orphanet, and published epidemiologic studies. Rare disease population data is recognized to be highly variable, and based on a wide variety of source data and methodologies, so the prevalence data on this site should be assumed to be estimated and cannot be considered to be absolutely correct.

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Age of onset

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ICD-10

E72.1

Inheritance

Autosomal dominant A pathogenic variant in only one gene copy in each cell is sufficient to cause an autosomal dominant disease.

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Autosomal recessive Pathogenic variants in both copies of each gene of the chromosome are needed to cause an autosomal recessive disease and observe the mutant phenotype.

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X-linked
dominant X-linked dominant inheritance, sometimes referred to as X-linked dominance, is a mode of genetic inheritance by which a dominant gene is carried on the X chromosome.

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X-linked
recessive Pathogenic variants in both copies of a gene on the X chromosome cause an X-linked recessive disorder.

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Mitochondrial or multigenic Mitochondrial genetic disorders can be caused by changes (mutations) in either the mitochondrial DNA or nuclear DNA that lead to dysfunction of the mitochondria and inadequate production of energy.

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Multigenic or multifactor Inheritance involving many factors, of which at least one is genetic but none is of overwhelming importance, as in the causation of a disease by multiple genetic and environmental factors.

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Not applicable

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Other names (AKA)

MOCOD; Combined deficiency of sulfite oxidase, xanthine dehydrogenase, and aldehyde oxidase

Categories

Congenital and Genetic Diseases; Eye diseases; Metabolic disorders;

Symptoms

This table lists symptoms that people with this disease may have. For most diseases, symptoms will vary from person to person. People with the same disease may not have all the symptoms listed. This information comes from a database called the Human Phenotype Ontology (HPO) . The HPO collects information on symptoms that have been described in medical resources. The HPO is updated regularly. Use the HPO ID to access more in-depth information about a symptom.

Medical Terms Other Names
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HPO ID
Percent of people who have these symptoms is not available through HPO
Absent urinary urothione
0003606
Aldehyde oxidase deficiency
0002932
Autosomal recessive inheritance
0000007
Axonal loss
0003447
Cerebral atrophy
Degeneration of cerebrum
0002059
Decreased urinary sulfate
0003359
Decreased urinary urate
0011935
Feeding difficulties in infancy
0008872
Frontal bossing
0002007
Full cheeks
Apple cheeks
Big cheeks
Increased size of cheeks
Large cheeks

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0000293
Gliosis
0002171
Growth delay
Delayed growth
Growth deficiency
Growth failure
Growth retardation
Poor growth
Retarded growth

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0001510
Hypertelorism
Wide-set eyes
Widely spaced eyes

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0000316
Hypoplasia of the corpus callosum
Underdevelopment of part of brain called corpus callosum
0002079
Hypouricemia
Low blood uric acid levels
0003537
Increased urinary hypoxanthine
0011814
Increased urinary sulfite
0011942
Increased urinary taurine
0003166
Increased urinary thiosulfate
0011943
Intellectual disability
Mental deficiency
Mental retardation
Mental retardation, nonspecific
Mental-retardation

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0001249
Lens luxation
Dislocated lens
0012019
Long face
Elongation of face
Increased height of face
Increased length of face
Vertical elongation of face
Vertical enlargement of face
Vertical overgrowth of face

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0000276
Long philtrum
0000343
Macrocephaly
Increased size of skull
Large head
Large head circumference

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0000256
Microcephaly
Abnormally small skull
Decreased circumference of cranium
Decreased size of skull
Reduced head circumference
Small head circumference

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0000252
Molybdenum cofactor deficiency
0003570
Myoclonic spasms
0003739
Nystagmus
Involuntary, rapid, rhythmic eye movements
0000639
Opisthotonus
0002179
Peripheral demyelination
0011096
Progressive
Worsens with time
0003676
Reduced xanthine dehydrogenase level
0003534
Seizure
0001250
Short nose
Decreased length of nose
Shortened nose

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0003196
Spastic tetraparesis
0001285
Spastic tetraplegia
0002510
Sulfite oxidase deficiency
0003643
Thick vermilion border
Full lips
Increased volume of lip
Plump lips
Prominent lips
Thick lips

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0012471
Ventriculomegaly
0002119
Xanthine nephrolithiasis
0000804
Xanthinuria
0010934

Organizations

Support and advocacy groups can help you connect with other patients and families, and they can provide valuable services. Many develop patient-centered information and are the driving force behind research for better treatments and possible cures. They can direct you to research, resources, and services. Many organizations also have experts who serve as medical advisors or provide lists of doctors/clinics. Visit the group’s website or contact them to learn about the services they offer. Inclusion on this list is not an endorsement by GARD.

Organizations Supporting this Disease

    Learn more

    These resources provide more information about this condition or associated symptoms. The in-depth resources contain medical and scientific language that may be hard to understand. You may want to review these resources with a medical professional.

    Where to Start

    • Genetics Home Reference (GHR) contains information on Molybdenum cofactor deficiency. This website is maintained by the National Library of Medicine.

      In-Depth Information

      • The Monarch Initiative brings together data about this condition from humans and other species to help physicians and biomedical researchers. Monarch’s tools are designed to make it easier to compare the signs and symptoms (phenotypes) of different diseases and discover common features. This initiative is a collaboration between several academic institutions across the world and is funded by the National Institutes of Health. Visit the website to explore the biology of this condition.
      • Online Mendelian Inheritance in Man (OMIM) is a catalog of human genes and genetic disorders. Each entry has a summary of related medical articles. It is meant for health care professionals and researchers. OMIM is maintained by Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. 
      • Orphanet is a European reference portal for information on rare diseases and orphan drugs. Access to this database is free of charge.
      • PubMed is a searchable database of medical literature and lists journal articles that discuss Molybdenum cofactor deficiency. Click on the link to view a sample search on this topic.