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Ataxia without telangiectasia masquerading as benign hereditary chorea
C Klein1, G K Wenning, N P Quinn
1University Department of Neurology, National Hospital for Nervous Disorders, London, England, UK.
Summary
Benign hereditary chorea (BHC) can present similarly to ataxia with chromosomal instability. This study highlights that chromosomal instability and ataxia may mimic BHC in early childhood, emphasizing the need for careful differential diagnosis.
Area of Science:
- Genetics
- Neurology
- Oncology
Background:
- Benign hereditary chorea (BHC) is a rare, inherited movement disorder.
- Early childhood onset of isolated chorea suggests BHC.
- Other neurological conditions can present with similar symptoms.