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An overview of Alkaptonuria (AKU) or 'black bone disease'

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This module provides a review of alkaptonuria (AKU) or ‘black bone disease’, including the signs, symptoms, diagnosis and management of the condition.

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Registered nurse

Authors

Emily Luangrath

Metabolic medicine specialist nurse, Liverpool University Hospital Trust

Helen Bygott

Metabolic medicine specialist nurse, Liverpool University Hospital Trust

Lesley Harrison

Head of patient support and welfare, AKU Society, Cambridge.

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