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Early Diagnosis

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Treatment of Familial Chylomicronemia Syndrome: A Multidisciplinary Approach

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Early diagnosis and treatment of Familial Chylomicronemia Syndrome (FCS) are crucial to prevent severe complications such as pancreatitis and to improve quality of life. FCS symptoms, including abdominal pain and fatigue, are often misattributed to more common conditions, leading to diagnostic delays. This misinterpretation is exacerbated by the rarity of FCS and lack of awareness among healthcare providers. Delayed diagnosis is common, with many patients experiencing symptoms for years before receiving an accurate diagnosis, underscoring the need for increased education and awareness in the medical community.

Panelists discuss how clinically -diagnosed (or functional) Familial Chylomicronemia Syndrome (FCS), involving a bi-allelic genetic defect, differs in diagnostic approach from classical FCS, emphasizing the challenges of diagnosing without genetic confirmation.