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Expanding phenotype of PRRT2 gene mutations: A new case with epilepsy and benign myoclonus of early infancy.
European journal of paediatric neurology : EJPN : official journal of the European Paediatric Neurology Society - 1 May 2016
Maini Ilenia, Iodice Alessandro, Spagnoli Carlotta, Salerno Grazia Gabriella, Bertani Gianna, Frattini Daniele, Fusco Carlo
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: Mutations in the gene PRRT2 have been identified in a variety of early-onset paroxysmal disorders. To date associations between PRRT2 mutations and benign myoclonus of early infancy have not been reported. CLINICAL REPORT: We describe a baby affected by PRRT2 mutation and benign infantile epilepsy, with an episode of focal status epilepticus. During follow-up he developed benign myoclonus of early...
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