Article
Genetic architecture of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis: a comprehensive review.
Journal of genetics and genomics = Yi chuan xue bao - 1 Oct 2025
Yuan Lamei, Yang Yuewen, Guo Yi, Deng Hao
Abstract excerpt
Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), one of the most prevalent neurodegenerative disorders, is pathologically characterized by the progressive degeneration of both upper and lower motor neurons, leading to muscle weakness, paralysis, and death within 2-4 years post-diagnosis. ALS is categorized into familial ALS (FALS) and sporadic ALS, with FALS accounting for approximately 10% of ALS cases. As a genetically...
Topics
- Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis
- Humans
- Animals
- Genetic Predisposition to Disease
- Disease Models, Animal
