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Cognitive Outcomes in Autosomal-Dominant Alzheimer's Disease: A Comprehensive Review from a Colombian Kindred with the Presenilin-1 E280A Mutation.
Journal of Alzheimer's disease : JAD - 1 Jan 2024
Giudicessi Averi, McDowell Celina Pluim, Martinez Jairo E, Baena Ana, Vila-Castelar Clara, Norton Daniel, Aguirre-Acevedo Daniel C, Tirado Victoria, Bocanegra Yamile, Guzman-Velez Edmarie, Lopera Francisco, Cronin-Golomb Alice, Quiroz Yakeel T
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Background: The largest identified kindred worldwide with a single mutation causing autosomal-dominant Alzheimer's disease (ADAD) is a family from Antioquia, Colombia, carrying the Presenilin-1 (PSEN1) E280A (Paisa) mutation. The majority of mutation carriers develop dementia, typically commencing in their late 30 s, with a median onset age of 49 years. Cognitive decline is a hallmark feature. Objective: This...
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