RT Journal Article
SR Electronic
T1 Mitochondrial cytopathy in adults: What we know so far
JF Cleveland Clinic Journal of Medicine
JO Cleve Clin J Med
FD Cleveland Clinic
SP 625
OP 642
VO 68
IS 7
A1 Bruce H. Cohen
A1 Deborah R. Gold
YR 2001
UL http://www.ccjm.org/content/68/7/625.abstract
AB Mitochondrial cytopathies are a diverse group of inherited and acquired disorders that result in inadequate energy production. They can be caused by inheritable genetic mutations, acquired somatic mutations, exposure to toxins (including some prescription medications), and the aging process itself. In addition, a number of well-described diseases can decrease mitochondrial energy production; these include hyperthyroidism, hypothyroidism, and hyperlipidemia.