Wilson’s disease – a tricky diagnosis on the acute take

Wilson’s disease – a tricky diagnosis on the acute take

Wilson’s disease is a rare genetic disorder that affects copper metabolism in the body, leading to excess copper accumulation in various organs, including the liver and brain. It often presents to both primary and secondary care, with a combination of liver disease and neurological or psychiatric symptoms, but the presentation can be highly variable. Early recognition and treatment of Wilson’s disease is important to prevent critical hepatic and neurological complications. In this case report, we describe the presentation of an 18-year-old male university student with a combination of dysphagia, tremors, and slurred speech, which progressed over several months. Through a series of investigations, the patient was diagnosed with Wilson’s disease and received appropriate treatment. This report highlights the importance of considering Wilson’s disease in patients with a wide range of symptoms and the need for a pragmatic approach to diagnosis, including routine and additional testing as necessary.

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Wilson’s disease – a tricky diagnosis on the acute take

12th June 2023
PMID: 37306135
Authors Affiliations
James Baker Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust
Soham Chakraborty Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust
Rosaria Buccoliero Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust
Sachin Thakur Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust

Wilson’s disease – a tricky diagnosis on the acute take

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Baker J, Chakraborty S, Buccoliero R, Thakur S. Wilson's disease - a tricky diagnosis on the acute take. Acute Med. 2023;22(2):96-100. doi: 10.52964/AMJA.0941. PMID: 37306135.

Wilson’s disease – a tricky diagnosis on the acute take

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