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Tyrosinemia Type II
A tyrosinemia that is caused by deficiency of hepatic tyrosine aminotransferase in the liver and is characterized by keratitis, painful palmoplantar hyperkeratosis, mental retardation, and elevated serum tyrosine levels.
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Overview
A tyrosinemia that is caused by deficiency of hepatic tyrosine aminotransferase in the liver and is characterized by keratitis, painful palmoplantar hyperkeratosis, mental retardation, and elevated serum tyrosine levels.
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