Better understanding of Metachromatic Leukodystrophy

Metachromatic Leukodystrophy (MLD) is a member of the lysosomal leukodystrophy family. It’s a rare autosomal recessive genetic disorder. Its frequency is 1 per 45,000 births. It can begin in childhood, adolescence or adulthood and leads to severe neurological dysfunction affecting motor and cognitive functions that can lead to death.