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A Rare Compound Heterozygous Naglu Gene Mutation in Two Siblings With Mucopolysaccharidosis Type Iiib Publisher



Vahedilarijani L ; Anvari MS ; Biglari A ; Nabati M ; Banihashemi H ; Kharkeshi MM
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Source: Iranian Journal of Pathology Published:2026


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Background & Objective: Mucopolysaccharidosis (MPS) type III, or Sanfilippo syndrome, is an autosomal recessive lysosomal storage disorder caused by mutations in genes encoding enzymes responsible for glycosaminoglycan (GAG) degradation. This case report describes two siblings with MPS type IIIB who exhibit a rare compound heterozygous mutation in the NAGLU gene. Case Presentation: A 7-year-old girl and her 4-year-old brother were referred for evaluation due to learning disabilities, aggressiveness, and coarse facial features. Enzyme assay using tandem mass spectrometry on dried blood spots in both siblings revealed absent N-acetyl-α-glucosaminidase activity. Conclusion: Targeted sequencing confirmed the diagnosis, identifying two heterozygous mutations—an in-frame insertion and a missense mutation—in exon 3 of the NAGLU gene: c.214_237dup (p.Ala72_Gly79dup) and c.625A>C (p.Thr209Pro). This rare genetic finding in two siblings with Sanfilippo syndrome type B underscores the importance of precise mutation identification. Accurate characterization of defective gene variants may provide insights into potential targets for gene therapy in monogenic disorders. © 2026, Iranian Society of Pathology. All rights reserved.
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