英文摘要 |
Fabry disease is an X-linked recessive lysosomal storage disorder caused by deficiency ofα-galactosidase A activity, leading to cellular and organ dysfunctions as a result of progressive intracellular accumulating globotriaosylceramide and subsequent interstitial fibrosis and smooth muscle cell proliferation. Fabry disease often affects the heart. Patients with Fabry disease may develop hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, arrhythmias, conduction disorders, valve disease and coronary artery lesions. Fabry disease poses challenges due to its constantly changing presentations, often leading to a delayed diagnosis and treatment. Enzyme replacements with agalsidasesαandβclear globotriaosylceramides from the capillaries of the heart and improve the structure and function of the left ventricle. Anticoagulation, aiming at preventing from embolic sequels, is essential for the treatment of Fabry disease. Marked symptomatic bradycardias and complete conduction blocks warrant pacemaker implantation and malignant dysrhythmias require an implantable cardioverter defibrillator. Surgical operations, such as valve surgery, myectomy and coronary artery bypass grafting or coronary artery angioplasty combined with enzyme replacement therapy have been attempted in a limited number of Fabry patients. Satisfactory results have been obtained under early and mid-term follow-ups. The purpose of this article is to make an overview of the cardiovascular involvements of Fabry disease. |