Orphanet is a database of information on rare diseases and orphan drugs for all publics. Its aim is to contribute to the improvement of the diagnosis, care and treatment of patients with rare diseases. Orphanet includes a Professional Encyclopaedia, which is expert-authored and peer-reviewed, a Patient Encyclopaedia and a Directory of expert Services. This Directory includes information on relevant clinics, clinical laboratories, research activities and patient organisations.
In addition to numerous browsing options you can search several ways:
+ Simple Search
+ Research and trials
+ Diagnostic Tests
+ Patient Organisations
+ Clinics
+ Directory of Resources
Currently, information about more than 5600 disease are in the database.
Source: Orphanet
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