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[Adult metachromatic leucodystrophy (author's transl)]
Acta Neurologica Belgica
|May 1, 1978
Summary
This report details a new adult case of metachromatic leukodystrophy (MLD), highlighting early psychiatric symptoms distinct from typical neurological signs. Diagnosis is confirmed via enzymatic assays and nerve bundle analysis, crucial for genetic counseling.
Area of Science:
- Neuroscience
- Biochemistry
- Genetics
Background:
- Metachromatic leukodystrophy (MLD) is a rare genetic disorder.
- Typically presents with neurological symptoms in infantile or juvenile forms.
- Adult-onset MLD can manifest with initial psychiatric symptoms, mimicking other conditions.