Lukol Directory: Health: Conditions and Diseases: Genetic Disorders: Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency

Patient UK
A list of resources and support for persons living in the UK who are interested in Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency.
http://www.patient.co.uk/showdoc.asp?doc=9...

Alpha-1 Community
Members can submit news, events, photos or any information relating to the disorder. Requires free registration.
http://www.alpha-1.info/

Spiderspun
A haven for those affected by Alpha-1 Antirypsin Deficiency. Facts, chat rooms, assistance programs, and reference material.
http://www.spiderspun.net

Alpha 1 Awareness Alliance
A site where members of the medical professions and the public can find information about alpha 1-antitrypsin- deficiency. Includes news, reports and links.
http://www.kama.u-net.com

Alpha 1 Association
Organization which attempts to identify those affected by alpha-1-antitrypsin deficiency and to improve their quality of their lives through support, education, advocacy and research.
http://www.alpha1.org

Understanding Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency
Information on signs and symptoms of this disorder, as well as risk factors and treatment.
http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/ar...

Alpha-1 Advocacy Alliance
Offers information about this disorder, resources for medical support, advocacy, public policy, health tips, and free membership.
http://www.alpha1advocacy.org/index.html

MedicineNet
An Alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency article with details such as what it is, normal lungs and how they work, smoking, risk factors, how it is inherited, signs, symptoms and treatment.
http://www.medicinenet.com/Script/Main/Art...

University of Cambridge
Laboratory in Cambridge, UK, researching the cause and treatment of alpha1-antitrypsin deficiency.
http://www.cimr.cam.ac.uk/investigators/lo...

Canadian Liver Foundation: Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency
Reviews the cause, symptoms, risk of lung and liver disease, and treatment.
http://www.liver.ca/Liver_Disease/Children...

Merck Manual: Alpha1-Antitrypsin Deficiency1
Offers information including description, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment. Explains what alpha1-antitrypsin is and why it is important.
http://www.merck.com/mmhe/sec10/ch136/ch13...

Pediatric Oncall
Offers a description of alpha–l antitrypsin, including the affects on the liver and how it presents.
http://www.pediatriconcall.com/fordoctor/d...

Late Manifestation of Alpha-1-antitrypsin Deficiency in the Adult
Literature review of late manifestations including hepatic decompensation and hepatocellular cancer in alpha-1-antitrypsin deficiency.
http://www.ikp.unibe.ch/lab2/A1AT.html





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