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Adult adrenoleukodystrophy: a sporadic case?
C Sereni1, M Ruel, T Iba-Zizen
1Laboratoire de Neurochimie, INSERM U. 134, CNRS UA 623, Hôpital de la Salpêtrière, Paris, France.
Journal of the Neurological Sciences
|September 1, 1987
Summary
This case report details a 27-year-old male with adult cerebral X-linked adrenoleukodystrophy (X-ALD) presenting with psychiatric symptoms and cerebral demyelination. Genetic analysis suggested a sporadic occurrence, despite the X-linked nature of the disease.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Genetics
- Biochemistry
Background:
- X-linked adrenoleukodystrophy (X-ALD) is a rare genetic disorder affecting the nervous system and adrenal glands.
- The adult cerebral form of X-ALD typically presents with progressive demyelination and neurological dysfunction.
- Early diagnosis and understanding of disease transmission are crucial for patient management.