Mondo Description An extremely rare autosomal recessive inherited disorder caused by mutations in the UMPS gene. It is characterized by deficiency of the activity of the pyrimidine pathway enzyme uridine 5'-monophosphate (UMP) synthase. Clinical manifestations include growth retardation, anemia, and increased excretion of orotic acid in the urine.

Uniprot Description A disorder of pyrimidine metabolism resulting in megaloblastic anemia and orotic acid crystalluria that is frequently associated with some degree of physical and mental retardation. A minority of cases have additional features, particularly congenital malformations and immune deficiencies.

Disease Ontology Description A pyrimidine metabolic disorder that is characterized by an excessive secretion of orotic acid in urine.