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Variable expressivity in familial restless legs syndrome.

A S Walters1, D Picchietti, W Hening

  • 1Department of Neurology, University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, New Brunswick 08903-0019.

Archives of Neurology
|November 1, 1990
PubMed
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Familial Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS) can present with varied symptoms. Some gene carriers may have prominent periodic limb movements during sleep but minimal RLS, potentially leading to missed diagnoses.

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Area of Science:

  • Neurology
  • Genetics
  • Sleep Medicine

Background:

  • Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS) is a neurological disorder.
  • Familial RLS suggests a genetic component.
  • Excessive daytime somnolence and kicking during sleep are common symptoms.