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Rett syndrome

Definition:

Rett Syndrome is a severe neurological disorder found almost exclusively in girls. It is characterized by acquired microcephaly, communication dysfunction, psychomotor regression, seizures and stereotypical hand movements. Mutations in MECP2 are identified in most patients with classic Rett syndrome. Recently, mutations in FOXG1 gene have been shown to cause congenital variant of Rett syndrome.

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