Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis type 4
Synonyms: ALS4 | Distal hereditary motor neuropathy with upper motor neuron signs | dHMN with upper motor neuron signs
A rare genetic motor neuron disease characterized by late childhood- or adolescent-onset of slowly progressive severe distal limb muscle weakness and wasting in association with pyramidal signs normal sensation and absence of bulbar involvement leading to degeneration of motor neurons in the brain and spinal cord.
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Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis type 4?
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Advocacy Organizations
Genetic Support Network of Victoria
The Genetic Support Network of Victoria is an organisation that supports people living with genetic, undiagnosed and rare conditions and those who support them including community and families, patient support organisations, health professionals and industry. Our vision is our community flourishing and living their best lives.
KIF1A.ORG
KIF1A.ORG is a global community dedicated to improving the lives of those affected by KIF1A Associated Neurological Disorder (KAND) and accelerating research to find a cure.
Project CASK
To fund research for treatment and/or a cure for CASK Gene Disorder
Clinical Trials
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