ESPE Abstracts

Background: Hypophosphatasia (HPP) is a rare, inherited, metabolic disease caused by loss-of-function mutation(s) in the gene encoding tissue nonspecific alkaline phosphatase (TNSALP). Poor skeletal mineralisation, muscle weakness, pain, and accompanying complications characteristic of HPP result in impaired physical function, decreasing ability to perform daily activities, and quality of life. Improvement in physical function is a treatment target, yet established physical ac...