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Early progressive encephalopathy in boys and MECP2 mutationsMECP2 mutations mainly occur in females with Rett syndrome. Mutations have been described in 11 boys with progressive encephalopathy...
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NTNG1 mutations are a rare cause of Rett syndromeA translocation that disrupted the netrin G1 gene (NTNG1) was recently reported in a patient with the early seizure variant of Rett syndrome (RTT).
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Epilepsy and mental retardation limited to females with PCDH19 mutations can present de novo or in single generation familiesEpilepsy and mental retardation limited to females (EFMR) is an intriguing X-linked disorder affecting heterozygous females and sparing hemizygous males.
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Description of Total Population Hospital Admissions for Treacher Collins Syndrome in AustraliaTo describe patterns and demographic characteristics of total-population hospital admissions with a diagnosis of Treacher Collins syndrome (TCS) in Australia.
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Congratulations Andrew!Congratulations to CliniKids Director Professor Andrew Whitehouse on his recent nomination for WA's Australian of the Year Award.
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Deletions in the CDKL5 5 untranslated region lead to CDKL5 deficiency disorderPathogenic variants in the cyclin-dependent kinase-like 5 (CDKL5) gene are associated with CDKL5 deficiency disorder (CDD), a severe X-linked developmental and epileptic encephalopathy.
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Predictors of Change in Wellbeing and Mental Health of Parents of Autistic Pre-SchoolersParenting is a rewarding experience but is not without its challenges. Parents of Autistic children face additional challenges, and as a result can experience lower levels of wellbeing and more mental health problems (i.e., depression, anxiety, stress). Previous studies have identified concurrent correlates of wellbeing and mental health.
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Survival with Rett syndrome: comparing Rett's original sample with data from the Australian Rett syndrome DatabaseRett syndrome is a severe neurodevelopmental disorder that typically affects females. Little is known about the natural history and survival time of these femal
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Cyclin-Dependent Kinase-Like 5 Deficiency Disorder: Clinical ReviewClinical presentations and genetic variations in Cyclin-dependent kinase-like 5 deficiency disorder based on a systematic literature review and experience