Xeroderma pigmentosum variant type
Xeroderma pigmentosum variant type
Definition
Xeroderma pigmentosum variant is a milder subtype of xeroderma pigmentosum (XP), a rare genetic photodermatosis characterized by severe sun sensitivity and an increased risk of skin cancer.
Also known as photosensitivity with defective DNA synthesis, xeroderma pigmentosum variant type, xeroderma pigmentosum with normal DNA repair rates, XPV — per MONDO
Also identified as
- DOID 0110847 per MONDO
- MESH C536766 per MONDO
- NCIT C141367 per MONDO
- OMIM 278750 per MONDO
- Orphanet 90342 per MONDO
- UMLS C1848410 per MONDO
Affected Organs
| Organ | Involvement | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Integumental system | Disease Has Associated Anatomic Site | NCIT · CC BY 4.0 |
| Skin of body | Disease Has Primary Anatomic Site | NCIT · CC BY 4.0 |