William Nyhan was born on 1926-03-13.
David Nyhan was born in 1940.
Brendan Balfe was born in 1945.
Lesch-Nyhan syndrome was first described in 1964 by Drs. Michael Lesch and William Nyhan. The enzyme deficiency that causes the disorder was discovered in 1967 by a researcher named Seegmiller.
William L. Nyhan has written: 'The heredity factor' -- subject(s): Genetic counseling, Medical genetics, Inborn Genetic Diseases, Medical Genetics, Popular Works, Genetic Counseling
David Nyhan died in 2005.
Lesh-Nyhan syndrome is inherited as a sex-linked recessive disorder.
usually no racial difference in lesch nyhan incidence.
males
Lesch-Nyhan syndrome is a rare genetic disorder that affects males. Males with this syndrome develop physical handicaps, mental retardation , and kidney problems.
Lesch-Nyhan syndrome
There are no known treatments for the neurological defects of Lesch-Nyhan. The medication Allopurinol can lower blood uric acid levels. This medication does not correct many of the symptoms.
Males with Lesch-Nyhan disease may also develop kidney damage due to kidney stones. Swollen and tender joints (gout) is another common problem.