Hereditary Ataxia Overview

Excerpt

The purpose of this overview is to:

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   Briefly describe the clinical characteristics of hereditary ataxias (sometimes referred to as "primary hereditary ataxias") for which an adult with ataxia or the caregivers of a child with ataxia would seek diagnosis and management from a neurologist as part of a multidisciplinary team;

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   Review common and notable genetic causes of hereditary ataxia;

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   Provide an evaluation strategy to identify the genetic cause of hereditary ataxia in a proband;

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   Review management of hereditary ataxia;

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   Inform genetic counseling of family members of an individual with hereditary ataxia.