Maturity-onset diabetes of the youngOMIM Phenotype
Preferred Label : Maturity-onset diabetes of the young;
Symbol : MODY;
CISMeF acronym : MODY;
Type : Phenotype, molecular basis known;
Alternative titles and symbols : Mason-type diabetes;
Description : Maturity-onset diabetes of the young is an autosomal dominant form of diabetes typically
occurring before 25 years of age and caused by primary insulin secretion defects.
Despite its low prevalence, MODY is not a single entity but represents genetic, metabolic,
and clinical heterogeneity (Vaxillaire and Froguel, 2008). - Genetic Heterogeneity
of MODY;