RETT's syndrome in Korea: report of two cases
Yonsei Medical Journal
;
: 172-178, 1991.
Article
in English
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ABSTRACT
Rett's syndrome(RS) is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder characterized by exclusive occurrence in females, autistic behavior, dementia, gait ataxia, loss of purposeful use of the hands with stereotypic hand movement, and seizures. Initially RS was considered to be very rare; however, recent reports suggest that the prevalence is considerably higher and occurrence is world-wide. Because the pathophysiological process remains unknown, the diagnosis of RS is based mainly on its characteristic clinical features and course. We experienced two cases of RS which, to our knowledge, are the first reported in Korea. It is quite possible that many patients with RS not yet being diagnosed in Korea.
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Main subject:
Rett Syndrome
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Child Development
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Sex Factors
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Haloperidol
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Korea
Limits:
Child
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Female
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Humans
Country/Region as subject:
Asia
Language:
English
Journal:
Yonsei Medical Journal
Year:
1991
Type:
Article
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