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Linking MECP2 and pain sensitivity: the example of Rett syndrome

This study investigated the nature and prevalence of atypical pain responses in Rett syndrome and their relationships with specific MECP2 mutations.

Authors:
Downs J, Geranton SM, Bebbington A, Jacoby P, Bahi-Buisson N, Ravine D, Leonard H

Authors notes:
American Journal of Medical Genetics Part A. 2010; 152A(5):1197-1205

Keywords:
prevalence, atypical pain responses, Rett syndrome, MECP2 mutations

Abstract:
This study investigated the nature and prevalence of atypical pain responses in Rett syndrome and their relationships with specific MECP2 mutations.