Definitions for "Gaucher's disease"
a genetic disorder in which lipids cannot be properly broken down and build up in certain cells; causes enlargement of the spleen and liver, bone damage, and anemia
Deficiency of acid glucosidase. Glucosyl ceramide accumulates in the reticuloendothelial cells in bone marrow, spleen and lymph nodes and may cause polyarthralgia and osteonecrosis of the hip.
Rare familial disorder of fat metabolism characterized by an enlarged spleen, enlarged liver and abnormal bone growth in early childhood.