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Mutations in rare ataxia genes are uncommon causes of sporadic cerebellar ataxia.
Movement disorders : official journal of the Movement Disorder Society - 1 Mar 2012
Fogel Brent L, Lee Ji Yong, Lane Jessica, Wahnich Amanda, Chan Sandy, Huang Alden, Osborn Greg E, Klein Eric, Mamah Catherine, Perlman Susan, Geschwind Daniel H, Coppola Giovanni
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: Sporadic-onset ataxia is common in a tertiary care setting but a significant percentage remains unidentified despite extensive evaluation. Rare genetic ataxias, reported only in specific populations or families, may contribute to a percentage of sporadic ataxia. METHODS: Patients with adult-onset sporadic ataxia, who tested negative for common genetic ataxias (SCA1, SCA2, SCA3, SCA6, SCA7, and/or...
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