ICD E76.1ORPHA:580MPS II

Mucopolysaccharidosis Type II

Mucopolysaccharidosis type II (Hunter syndrome) is an X-linked lysosomal storage disorder caused by IDS enzyme deficiency. It predominantly affects males and causes progressive multi-organ involvement including cognitive decline, joint stiffness, and cardiac disease. Enzyme replacement therapy is established, and gene therapy trials are ongoing.

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What is Mucopolysaccharidosis Type II?

Mucopolysaccharidosis type II (Hunter syndrome) is an X-linked lysosomal storage disorder caused by IDS enzyme deficiency. It predominantly affects males and causes progressive multi-organ involvement including cognitive decline, joint stiffness, and cardiac disease. Enzyme replacement therapy is established, and gene therapy trials are ongoing.

How many clinical trials are available for Mucopolysaccharidosis Type II?

RareWays currently indexes 59 clinical trials for Mucopolysaccharidosis Type II, of which 7 are actively recruiting. Trial availability changes as new studies are registered — check the trials tab for current status.

Where does the research data for Mucopolysaccharidosis Type II come from?

RareWays aggregates research from PubMed, Europe PMC, OpenAlex, and ClinicalTrials.gov. Data is updated regularly by Rocky, RareWays' automated research engine. All articles and trials link directly to their original sources.

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