Identification of seven novel mutations in the GAN gene.

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Giant axonal neuropathy (GAN) is a severe early onset neurodegenerative disorder affecting both the peripheral nerves and the central nervous system. The diagnosis is based on the presence of characteristic giant axons on nerve biopsy. In GAN, the integrity of the intermediate filament network is altered. Indeed, abnormal accumulation of the intermediate filaments has been reported in different cell types,...

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