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Genomic duplications mediate overexpression of lamin B1 in adult-onset autosomal dominant leukodystrophy (ADLD) with autonomic symptoms.
Neurogenetics - 1 Feb 2011
Schuster Jens, Sundblom Jimmy, Thuresson Ann-Charlotte, Hassin-Baer Sharon, Klopstock Thomas, Dichgans Martin, Cohen Oren S, Raininko Raili, Melberg Atle, Dahl Niklas
Abstract excerpt
Adult-onset autosomal dominant leukodystrophy (ADLD) with autonomic symptoms features micturition urgency, constipation, erectile dysfunction, and orthostatic hypotension, usually followed by pyramidal signs and ataxia. Peripheral nerve conduction is normal. The disease is often mistaken for multiple sclerosis in the initial phase. There is a characteristic pattern of white matter changes in the brain and spinal...
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