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Rett syndrome.

C T Chew, K R Lyen

The Journal of the Singapore Paediatric Society

|January 1, 1989

Summary

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Rett Syndrome, a neurological disorder, affects girls with developmental regression and loss of hand function. Early diagnosis is crucial as it can be challenging without definitive lab markers.

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Area of Science:

Neurology
Genetics
Pediatrics

Background:

Rett Syndrome is a rare neurodevelopmental disorder primarily affecting females.
Diagnosis can be challenging, particularly in early stages, due to the absence of specific laboratory markers.

Observation:

Presents five girls (aged 2.5-10 years) with Rett Syndrome, exhibiting classic symptoms.
Observed features include developmental regression, dementia, loss of hand function, and stereotyped hand movements.

Findings:

The study highlights the classic clinical presentation of Rett Syndrome in affected girls.
Emphasizes the diagnostic difficulty in early stages before the full spectrum of symptoms emerges.

Implications:

Reinforces the importance of adhering to established diagnostic criteria for Rett Syndrome.
Suggests Rett Syndrome may be an underrecognized cause of severe progressive neurological disability in girls.