Seronegative neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder in primary familial brain calcification with PDGFB variant

Masahiro Biyajima1, Yuya Kobayashi1, Kiyoshi Nakafuji1

  • 1Department of Neurology, Nagano Red Cross Hospital, Nagano, Japan.

Eneurologicalsci
|June 1, 2022
PubMed

Insights

This study suggests a link between the PDGFB variant and both primary فیبروسیس (PFBC) and neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder (NMOSD). Further research is needed to confirm this association.

Area of Science:

  • Genetics
  • Neurology
  • Oncology

Background:

  • Primary فیبروسیس (PFBC) and neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder (NMOSD) are distinct conditions.
  • The genetic underpinnings of these diseases are not fully understood.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the potential association between the PDGFB variant and PFBC and NMOSD.

Main Methods:

  • Case study analysis.
  • Genetic variant identification.

Main Results:

  • A specific PDGFB variant was identified in the case.
  • This variant appears to be associated with both PFBC and NMOSD in this patient.

Conclusions:

  • The PDGFB variant may play a role in the pathogenesis of both PFBC and NMOSD.
  • This finding warrants further investigation in larger cohorts.