Porphyria, Erythrohepatic
| Definition: |
A form of porphyria characterized by a wide range of photocutaneous changes, liver disease, and an excess of protoporphyrin. |
| Notes: |
do not confuse with PORPHYRIA, HEPATIC; do not confuse X ref PROTOPORPHYRIA, ERYTHROPOIETIC with PORPHYRIA, ERYTHROPOIETIC |
| Also Called: |
Protoporphyria, Erythropoietic |
| Previously Indexed: |
Porphyria (1966-1992) |
Porphyria, Erythrohepatic Definitions and Terms
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