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  • Prior research indicates a higher prevalence of certain dystonias in females compared to males.
  • Limited investigation exists into the factors and biological mechanisms driving these observed sex differences.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the factors contributing to sex differences in dystonia.
  • To explore potential biological mechanisms underlying these prevalence disparities.

Main Methods:

  • Analysis of dystonia patient data from the Dystonia Coalition (idiopathic adult-onset focal/segmental dystonias) and MDSGene database (early-onset monogenic dystonias).
  • Comparison of sex ratios across different dystonia types, body regions, and genetic factors.

Main Results:

  • A significant female predominance (F:M ratio 2.4) was observed in adult-onset dystonias, influenced by body region and task specificity.
  • Female predominance varied across different genes in early-onset monogenic dystonias.
  • Sex did not significantly impact co-occurring tremor, geste antagoniste, depression, or anxiety.

Conclusions:

  • Confirms higher female prevalence in both adult-onset idiopathic and early-onset monogenic dystonias.
  • Highlights that dystonia sex ratios are contingent upon dystonia classification, patient age, and specific genetic underpinnings.