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Parental experiences of scoliosis management in Rett syndromeScoliosis is the most common orthopaedic complication of Rett syndrome. Parents of affected individuals are vital partners in the clinical management...
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Sleep problems in Rett syndromeSleep problems are thought to occur commonly in Rett syndrome, but there has been little research on prevalence or natural history.
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The association between behaviour and genotype in Rett Syndrome using the Australian Rett Syndrome DatabaseThis study compared the behavior profile of cases in the Australian Rett Syndrome Database (ARSD) with those in a British study using the Rett Syndrome...
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Perspectives on hand function in girls and women with Rett syndromeHand function is particularly affected and we discuss theoretical and practical perspectives for optimising hand function in Rett syndrome.
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The perceived effects of cannabis products in the management of seizures in CDKL5 Deficiency DisorderCDKL5 Deficiency Disorder (CDD) is a severe treatment-resistant form of early-onset epilepsy. Current treatment options are often ineffective and associated with adverse effects, forcing families to seek alternative therapies for their children including products derived from cannabis. Reportsof miraculous cures and a public preferencefor 'natural' therapies have resulted in considerable public interest, and so this study aimed to characterize the use of cannabis in these individuals, as well as compare caregiver perceptions of efficacy and safety to objective evidence of seizure control and number of antiepileptic drugs used.
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Oral health experiences of individuals with Rett syndrome: A retrospective studySocial advantage may provide some protection for dental health in individuals with Rett syndrome
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Development of a video-based evaluation tool in Rett syndromeThis paper describes the development of a video-based evaluation tool for use in Rett syndrome (RTT).
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Comparing Parental Well-Being and Its Determinants Across Three Different Genetic Disorders Causing Intellectual DisabilityThis cross-sectional study examined parental well-being in caregivers of children with one of three genetic disorders associated with intellectual disability.
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Measuring use and cost of health sector and related care in a population of girls and young women with Rett syndromeThis study measured use and cost of health sector and related services in Rett syndrome and effects of socio-demographic, clinical severity and genetic factors
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Physical and mental health in mothers of children with Down syndrome.Physical and mental health in mothers of children with Down syndrome.